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Head-to-head · Salon CRM Software

ZibaDesk vs Tilavon

  • 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
Tilavon #5 in Salon CRM Software 7.1/10 From $39/mo · 30-day trial ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Tilavon

ZibaDesk leads on 4 checks, Tilavon 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 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

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

ZibaDesk is the better fit for small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM. Tilavon is the better fit for nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations.

  • ZibaDesk fits best

    Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM

  • Tilavon fits best

    Nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations

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Side by side

Feature ZibaDesk 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Tilavon 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 7.1
Ranking #3 in Salon CRM Software #5 in Salon CRM Software
Best for Small salons wanting free offline-capable CRM Nail and beauty businesses needing deep operations
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price Not published $39/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Free trial length 14 days · no card needed 30 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Live chat Email, Docs
Integrations 6 integrations 12 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ZibaDesk 3/3 · Tilavon 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
  • Combines booking, POS, client records, inventory, and memberships
  • Mobile technician app supports schedules, notes, tips, and offline mode
  • Six plans include optional AI phone answering and voice booking
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 free plan; paid plans start at $39 per month
  • Advanced features are split across higher-priced plans
  • AI plans include separate voice-minute allowances and overage terms
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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Tilavon is cloud-based management software for salons, nail bars, and spas in the United States. It brings together point of sale, appointment scheduling, online booking, technician scheduling, client records, commission tracking,…

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  1. ZibaDeskSalon CRM Software 8.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. TilavonSalon CRM Software 7.1From $39/mo · 30-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

  • Tilavon — where it wins

    • Combines booking, POS, client records, inventory, and memberships
    • Mobile technician app supports schedules, notes, tips, and offline mode
    • Six plans include optional AI phone answering and voice booking

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; paid plans start at $39 per month
    • Advanced features are split across higher-priced plans
    • AI plans include separate voice-minute allowances and overage terms
  • 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 →
  • Tilavon7.1/10 · From $39/mo · 30-day trial

    A broad salon CRM for businesses that need scheduling, POS, inventory, and technician tools.

    Visit TilavonFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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