Head-to-head · Salon CRM Software
Fresha vs Tilavon
Fresha leads on 1 check, Tilavon on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreFresha · 9.0/10
- Free planonly Fresha
Fresha scores higher on our rubric for salon crm software: 9.0 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.
Fresha offers free plan; Tilavon doesn't.
Fresha is the better fit for salons wanting broad free CRM coverage. Tilavon is the better fit for nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations.
- Fresha fits best
Salons wanting broad free CRM coverage
- Tilavon fits best
Nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations
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Side by side
| Feature | Fresha 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Tilavon 7.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 7.1 |
| Ranking | #2 in Salon CRM Software | #5 in Salon CRM Software |
| Best for | Salons wanting broad free CRM coverage | Nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | Not published | $39/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Free trial length | 7 days · no card needed | 30 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Docs |
| Compliance | GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA | PCI DSS |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 12 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Fresha 0/3 · Tilavon 0/3 | ||
| Client history | Not published | Not published |
| Retention campaigns | Not published | Not published |
| Client segmentation | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Communication channels | Not published | Not published |
| Mobile apps | Not published | Not published |
| Contact limit | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Fresha is cloud-based booking and business management software for salons, spas, barbershops, medspas, massage therapists, fitness businesses, and other beauty, wellness, and healthcare providers. It brings appointment scheduling, online… Read the review → |
Tilavon is cloud-based management software for salons, nail bars, and spas in the United States. It brings together point of sale, appointment scheduling, online booking, technician scheduling, client records, commission tracking,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Fresha — where it wins
- Free Independent and Team subscriptions
- Booking, CRM, reminders, payments, POS, marketing, and inventory
- Web, iOS, Android, and six listed integrations
Where it doesn't
- Some communications and marketplace features may incur usage charges
- Payment processing and optional add-ons may add usage-based costs
- Calendar synchronization is documented as one-way
Tilavon — where it wins
- Combines booking, POS, client records, inventory, and memberships
- Mobile technician app supports schedules, notes, tips, and offline mode
- Six plans include optional AI phone answering and voice booking
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; paid plans start at $39 per month
- Advanced features are split across higher-priced plans
- AI plans include separate voice-minute allowances and overage terms
- Fresha9.0/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad salon CRM with free plans, booking, payments, marketing, and team tools.
Visit FreshaFull verdict → - Tilavon7.1/10 · From $39/mo · 30-day trial
A broad salon CRM for businesses that need scheduling, POS, inventory, and technician tools.
Visit TilavonFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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