Suggestions appear as you type. Use the up and down arrows to choose one and Enter to open it.

This page's audience real numbers from our own analytics — open to see them
–Visitors
–Page views
–Clicks to vendors
–Time on page
–Reading now
Clicks to vendors, by tool
  • –
Top countries
  • –
Devices
  • –

– · counted by iTechGuides's own first-party analytics, bots removed, every figure rounded down · how we count

Head-to-head · Salon CRM Software

ZibaDesk vs GlossGenius

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score ZibaDesk #3 in Salon CRM Software 8.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ZibaDesk
GlossGenius #8 in Salon CRM Software 6.5/10 From $24/mo (annual) · 14-day trial ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit GlossGenius

ZibaDesk leads on 4 checks, GlossGenius on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreZibaDesk · 8.4/10
  • Free planonly ZibaDesk
  • Most featuresZibaDesk · 3 of 3

ZibaDesk scores higher on our rubric for salon crm software: 8.4 against 6.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #8.

ZibaDesk offers free plan; GlossGenius doesn't. ZibaDesk offers client history; GlossGenius doesn't publish it. ZibaDesk offers retention campaigns; GlossGenius doesn't publish it. ZibaDesk offers client segmentation; GlossGenius doesn't publish it.

ZibaDesk is the better fit for small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM. GlossGenius is the better fit for solo providers wanting polished booking and payments.

  • ZibaDesk fits best

    Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM

  • GlossGenius fits best

    Solo providers wanting polished booking and payments

Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. We may earn a commission when you click some links. How we rank.

Side by side

Feature ZibaDesk 8.4/10 Visit ↗ GlossGenius 6.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 6.5
Ranking #3 in Salon CRM Software #8 in Salon CRM Software
Best for Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM Solo providers wanting polished booking and payments
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price Not published $24/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Free trial length 14 days · no card needed 14 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs
Integrations 6 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features ZibaDesk 3/3 · GlossGenius 0/3
Client history ✓ (best) Not published
Retention campaigns ✓ (best) Not published
Client segmentation ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Communication channels Multi_channel Not published
Mobile apps Ios_android Not published
Contact limit Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes POS, booking, CRM, inventory and reporting
  • Offline-capable app synchronizes across web, desktop and mobile
  • Supports booking, messaging, loyalty, memberships and client segmentation
  • Login-free booking with two-way Google, Apple, and Outlook calendar sync
  • Deposits, card-on-file policies, cancellation protection, and point of sale
  • Client records, marketing, staff tools, waitlists, and analytics in one platform
Cons
  • Free does not include SMS or WhatsApp campaigns
  • Unlimited staff and dedicated support require Ultra
  • The Pro plan's price is not included in the plan details
  • No ongoing free plan; the free offer is a 14-day trial
  • The $24 monthly price requires annual billing
  • Advanced forms, waitlists, rooms, and team analytics require higher tiers
Our verdict

ZibaDesk combines salon CRM, appointment booking, point of sale, inventory, messaging and reporting in one platform. It is aimed at salons, beauty businesses, medspas and aesthetics clinics, with tools for customer profiles, visit history,…

Read the review →

GlossGenius is a business management platform for salon, spa, beauty, wellness, health, fitness, and medspa businesses. It combines login-free online booking, multi-provider scheduling, client profiles, automated reminders, deposits,…

Read the review →
  1. ZibaDeskSalon CRM Software 8.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. GlossGeniusSalon CRM Software 6.5From $24/mo (annual) · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ZibaDesk — where it wins

    • Free plan includes POS, booking, CRM, inventory and reporting
    • Offline-capable app synchronizes across web, desktop and mobile
    • Supports booking, messaging, loyalty, memberships and client segmentation

    Where it doesn't

    • Free does not include SMS or WhatsApp campaigns
    • Unlimited staff and dedicated support require Ultra
    • The Pro plan's price is not included in the plan details

  • GlossGenius — where it wins

    • Login-free booking with two-way Google, Apple, and Outlook calendar sync
    • Deposits, card-on-file policies, cancellation protection, and point of sale
    • Client records, marketing, staff tools, waitlists, and analytics in one platform

    Where it doesn't

    • No ongoing free plan; the free offer is a 14-day trial
    • The $24 monthly price requires annual billing
    • Advanced forms, waitlists, rooms, and team analytics require higher tiers
  • ZibaDesk8.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad salon CRM with a free offline-capable plan and paid messaging tiers.

    Visit ZibaDeskFull verdict →
  • GlossGenius6.5/10 · From $24/mo (annual) · 14-day trial

    A polished booking and payments suite for solo providers and growing service teams.

    Visit GlossGeniusFull verdict →

More comparisons

All salon CRM software comparisons → · Full ranking →

Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

Last updated · How we research and update