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Head-to-head · Salon CRM Software

Fresha vs Tilavon

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Fresha #2 in Salon CRM Software 9.0/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Fresha
Tilavon #5 in Salon CRM Software 7.1/10 From $39/mo · 30-day trial ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit 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 ↗
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
Our review
Pros
  • Free Independent and Team subscriptions
  • Booking, CRM, reminders, payments, POS, marketing, and inventory
  • Web, iOS, Android, and six listed integrations
  • 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
Cons
  • 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
  • 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
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…

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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,…

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  1. FreshaSalon CRM Software 9.0Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. TilavonSalon CRM Software 7.1From $39/mo · 30-day trial

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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