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Head-to-head · Salon Software

Vagaro vs DaySmart Salon

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 9 checks side by side
Higher score Vagaro #2 in Salon Software 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 7 features Visit Vagaro
DaySmart Salon #3 in Salon Software 9.0/10 14-day trial Free trial✓ 7 of 7 features Visit DaySmart

Vagaro leads on 0 checks, DaySmart Salon on 1, and 8 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 9 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreVagaro · 9.1/10
  • Lowest starting priceDaySmart Salon · $29/mo
  • Free trialonly DaySmart Salon
  • Most featuresDaySmart Salon · 7 of 7

Vagaro scores higher on our rubric for salon software: 9.1 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #3.

DaySmart Salon is cheaper to start at $29/mo against $30/mo.

Vagaro is the better fit for salons wanting booking and business integrations. DaySmart Salon is the better fit for growing salons wanting affordable depth.

  • Vagaro fits best

    Salons wanting booking and business integrations

  • DaySmart Salon fits best

    Growing salons wanting affordable depth

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Side by side

Feature Vagaro 9.1/10 Visit ↗ DaySmart Salon 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 9.0
Ranking #2 in Salon Software #3 in Salon Software
Best for Salons wanting booking and business integrations Growing salons wanting affordable depth
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $30/mo $29/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, Windows, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Integrations 10 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Vagaro 0/7 · DaySmart Salon 7/7
Online booking Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Staff calendar Not checked yet ✓ (best)
POS and payments Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Client reminders Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Inventory tracking Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Multi-location support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Memberships and packages Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Our review
Pros
  • Two-way Google Calendar sync and online booking pages
  • Payments, reminders, classes, memberships, and gift certificates
  • Integrations across social, mapping, calendar, and voice platforms
  • Booking, reminders, POS, inventory, payroll, and reporting in one suite
  • Online booking through websites, Instagram, and Facebook
  • Web, iOS, and Android support for off-site management
Cons
  • No free plan; the regular starting price is $30 per month
  • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count
  • Salon-specific workflow depth is less clearly defined
  • Basic supports 1 user, limiting fit for larger teams
  • Advanced payroll and commission tracking require Premium Growth
  • QuickBooks Connect is available only with Premium
Our verdict

Vagaro is cloud-based business management software for salons, spas, barbers, fitness businesses, and other wellness providers. Its core combines online appointment and class booking with employee calendars, customer management, payment…

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DaySmart Salon is cloud-based management software for independent stylists, hair salons, barbershops, nail salons, skin clinics, and multi-location businesses. Its feature set spans appointment scheduling, staff calendars, online booking,…

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  1. VagaroSalon Software 9.1Paid
  2. DaySmart SalonSalon Software 9.014-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Vagaro — where it wins

    • Two-way Google Calendar sync and online booking pages
    • Payments, reminders, classes, memberships, and gift certificates
    • Integrations across social, mapping, calendar, and voice platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; the regular starting price is $30 per month
    • Pricing varies by country and employee calendar count
    • Salon-specific workflow depth is less clearly defined

  • DaySmart Salon — where it wins

    • Booking, reminders, POS, inventory, payroll, and reporting in one suite
    • Online booking through websites, Instagram, and Facebook
    • Web, iOS, and Android support for off-site management

    Where it doesn't

    • Basic supports 1 user, limiting fit for larger teams
    • Advanced payroll and commission tracking require Premium Growth
    • QuickBooks Connect is available only with Premium
  • Vagaro9.1/10 · Paid

    A capable salon booking suite with payments, calendars, reminders, and business integrations.

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  • DaySmart Salon9.0/10 · 14-day trial

    A broad salon suite with affordable entry pricing and deeper tools on higher tiers.

    Visit DaySmartFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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