Head-to-head · Barbershop Software
Slick vs Apoynt
Slick leads on 0 checks, Apoynt on 2, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreApoynt · 9.0/10
- Most featuresApoynt · 6 of 6
Apoynt scores higher on our rubric for barbershop software: 9.0 against 6.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #3.
Apoynt offers memberships; Slick doesn't publish it. Apoynt offers client mobile app; Slick doesn't publish it.
Slick is the better fit for established shops needing deep operations tools. Apoynt is the better fit for value-focused multi-location shops.
- Slick fits best
Established shops needing deep operations tools
- Apoynt fits best
Value-focused multi-location shops
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Side by side
| Feature | Slick 6.7/10 Visit ↗ | Apoynt 9.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 6.7 | 9.0 |
| Ranking | #3 in Barbershop Software | #5 in Barbershop Software |
| Best for | Established shops needing deep operations tools | Value-focused multi-location shops |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $22/mo | Not published |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat |
| Compliance | GDPR | GDPR |
| Integrations | 6 integrations | 4 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features Slick 4/6 · Apoynt 6/6 | ||
| Multi-location management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Memberships | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| POS and payments | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commission tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inventory management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Client mobile app | Not published | ✓ (best) |
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| Our verdict | Slick is cloud-based management software for freelancers, barbershops and larger salon businesses. It brings appointment scheduling, online booking, client records, marketing, payments, POS, reporting, staff management, commission… Read the review → |
Apoynt is a paid booking and business-management platform for barbershops, salons, beauty businesses, personal trainers and tattoo artists. It combines online booking by staff member, service and available time with POS, deposits, gift… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Slick — where it wins
- Combines booking, POS, payments, deposits and no-show protection
- Tracks commissions, staff earnings, stock, purchase orders and KPIs
- Runs on web, iOS and Android with social booking options
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; Essential starts at $22 per month
- Advanced pricing adds complexity for additional staff or booth renters
- Basic booking businesses may not need its wider operations scope
Apoynt — where it wins
- Online booking, POS, deposits and cash-up in one platform
- Supports memberships, loyalty, inventory, commissions and tips
- Multi-location management with web, iOS and Android access
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Starter's listed features are narrower than the higher tiers
- Payment connections are limited to PayPal and Stripe
- Slick6.7/10 · From $22/mo
A paid, operations-focused platform for shops managing schedules, staff, payments and stock.
Visit SlickFull verdict → - Apoynt9.0/10 · From £14.99/mo · 14-day trial
A broad barbershop platform with multi-location tools and a low entry price.
Visit ApoyntFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026