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Head-to-head · Salon CRM Software

ZibaDesk vs Salonist

  • 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
Salonist #7 in Salon CRM Software 6.7/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Salonist

ZibaDesk leads on 3 checks, Salonist on 0, and 1 is 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 planboth
  • Most featuresZibaDesk · 3 of 3

ZibaDesk scores higher on our rubric for salon crm software: 8.4 against 6.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

ZibaDesk offers client history; Salonist doesn't publish it. ZibaDesk offers retention campaigns; Salonist doesn't publish it. ZibaDesk offers client segmentation; Salonist doesn't publish it.

ZibaDesk is the better fit for small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM. Salonist is the better fit for salons needing integrations and a free entry point.

  • ZibaDesk fits best

    Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM

  • Salonist fits best

    Salons needing integrations and a free entry point

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Side by side

Feature ZibaDesk 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Salonist 6.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 6.7
Ranking #3 in Salon CRM Software #7 in Salon CRM Software
Best for Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM Salons needing integrations and a free entry point
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Free trial length 14 days · no card needed 7 days
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 6 integrations 15 integrations
Features ZibaDesk 3/3 · Salonist 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
  • Free plan includes online booking, scheduling, and staff shift management
  • Supports booking through websites, Instagram, Google, and the Salonist app
  • Combines CRM, POS, memberships, inventory, staffing, and reporting
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
  • The free plan is limited to 50 appointments per month
  • Advanced tools such as API access are listed on higher tiers
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of booking-only businesses
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,…

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Salonist is cloud-based salon and spa management software for beauty and wellness businesses, covering solo professionals through multi-location operators. It brings together online appointment booking, drag-and-drop scheduling, staff…

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  1. ZibaDeskSalon CRM Software 8.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. SalonistSalon CRM Software 6.7Free plan · 7-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

  • Salonist — where it wins

    • Free plan includes online booking, scheduling, and staff shift management
    • Supports booking through websites, Instagram, Google, and the Salonist app
    • Combines CRM, POS, memberships, inventory, staffing, and reporting

    Where it doesn't

    • The free plan is limited to 50 appointments per month
    • Advanced tools such as API access are listed on higher tiers
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of booking-only businesses
  • 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 →
  • Salonist6.7/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    A broad salon CRM with a free entry plan, booking channels, payments, and integrations.

    Visit SalonistFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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