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Head-to-head · Barbershop Scheduling Software

Phorest vs Booksy

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Phorest #2 in Barbershop Scheduling Software 9.0/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Phorest
Booksy #3 in Barbershop Scheduling Software 8.9/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Booksy

Phorest leads on 0 checks, Booksy on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scorePhorest · 9.0/10
  • Free trialonly Booksy
  • Most featuresBooksy · 1 of 4

Phorest scores higher on our rubric for barbershop scheduling software: 9.0 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #3.

Phorest is the better fit for larger, mature multi-location operations. Booksy is the better fit for shops wanting booking and marketing tools.

  • Phorest fits best

    Larger, mature multi-location operations

  • Booksy fits best

    Shops wanting booking and marketing tools

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Side by side

Feature Phorest 9.0/10 Visit ↗ Booksy 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.9
Ranking #2 in Barbershop Scheduling Software #3 in Barbershop Scheduling Software
Best for Larger, mature multi-location operations Shops wanting booking and marketing tools
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price — $29.99/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Integrations 10 integrations 4 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Phorest 0/4 · Booksy 1/4
Online booking page Not checked yet Not checked yet
Client mobile app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waitlist Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Recurring bookings Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Barbers included Not checked yet Not checked yet
Appointment reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Payment handling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines booking, POS, payments, inventory, marketing and reporting
  • Supports waitlists, double-booking controls, group bookings and deposits
  • Offers web, iOS, Android, API and multi-location management
  • 24/7 booking with reminders, waitlists, and staff availability tools
  • Payments, client records, memberships, packages, and marketing in one platform
  • Web, iOS, and Android access with Google, Instagram, and Facebook integrations
Cons
  • Pricing is quote-based and requires contact with sales
  • There is no free plan
  • Some advanced features are limited to higher tiers
  • No free plan; the subscription starts at $29.99 per month
  • Additional team members cost $20 per user per month
  • Pricing varies by region and the listed US price excludes tax
Our verdict

Phorest is cloud-based management software for salons, spas, medspas and aesthetic clinics, with a feature set that also suits larger barbershop operations. It brings appointment scheduling, online booking, client records, staff…

Read the review →

Booksy is a booking and business management platform for barbers, stylists, salon owners, and other beauty and wellness professionals. It combines 24/7 online booking with calendar management, automated confirmations and reminders, staff…

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  1. PhorestBarbershop Scheduling Software 9.0Pricing on request
  2. BooksyBarbershop Scheduling Software 8.914-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Phorest — where it wins

    • Combines booking, POS, payments, inventory, marketing and reporting
    • Supports waitlists, double-booking controls, group bookings and deposits
    • Offers web, iOS, Android, API and multi-location management

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is quote-based and requires contact with sales
    • There is no free plan
    • Some advanced features are limited to higher tiers

  • Booksy — where it wins

    • 24/7 booking with reminders, waitlists, and staff availability tools
    • Payments, client records, memberships, packages, and marketing in one platform
    • Web, iOS, and Android access with Google, Instagram, and Facebook integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; the subscription starts at $29.99 per month
    • Additional team members cost $20 per user per month
    • Pricing varies by region and the listed US price excludes tax
  • Phorest9.0/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad scheduling and operations platform for mature, multi-location teams.

    Visit PhorestFull verdict →
  • Booksy8.9/10 · 14-day trial

    A broad scheduling and client-management platform for shops that need marketing tools.

    Visit BooksyFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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