OpenChair
OpenChair: A low-cost nail venue platform with broad operations tools but a less direct commission focus. Ranked #53 of 56 in Salon Commission Management Software by our editors (3.4/10); pricing: Free plan · 14-day trial; best for nail venues seeking low-cost operations software.
At a glance
- Editor score3.4 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 14-day trial
- Best forNail venues seeking low-cost operations software
- Free planYes
- Paid fromA$349.50/yr
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free plan with no paid subscription required
- Nail-specific menus, combos, formulas and service options
- Booking, scheduling, payments, inventory and client records in one platform
Where it doesn't
- Additional bookable team members are charged separately on Pro
- Integrations are limited to Stripe and Instagram DMs
- Less direct fit when commission management is the primary requirement
Our verdict on OpenChair
OpenChair is salon management software for nail studios, salons and other appointment-led service businesses. It brings online booking, live availability, technician scheduling, walk-in queues, client records, service menus, checkout, retail inventory, packages, reporting and communications into web, iOS and Android experiences. Nail-focused workflows include manicure and pedicure combos, configurable removal and nail-art options, polish formula records, finished-set photos, and chair, table and equipment capacity checks. It is available to businesses in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
The freemium structure is a clear starting point for smaller venues. The Free plan requires no paid subscription. Pro costs AUD 34.95 per active venue per month, with the first bookable team member included and additional bookable members charged separately. The annual Pro option costs AUD 349.5 per active venue per year and provides 12 months for the price of 10. Pro also includes 500 Sparks per bookable team member, pooled up to 5,000. A 14-day free trial is available. Features, payments and communications vary by market and plan, and pricing varies by venue country.
Operational breadth is OpenChair’s main appeal. Teams can manage prepaid service packages, retail stock and sales, deposits, checkout, Stripe-powered online or contactless payments, SMS and email communications, and an AI assistant with operator-reviewed replies. The platform fit is more focused than a large integration marketplace: the listed integrations are Stripe and Instagram DMs. OpenChair suits nail venues that want affordable booking and day-to-day operations software, especially those using its nail-specific service and resource workflows. Venues selecting primarily for commission management or a wider integration ecosystem should compare alternatives before choosing it.
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OpenChair fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | A$349.50/yr |
| Commission rules | Not verified |
| Retail split rules | Not verified |
| Bonus rules | Not verified |
| Tip tracking | Not verified |
| Compensation reports | Not verified |
| Payroll export | Not verified |
| Multi-location support | Not verified |
| Free trial | 14 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Stripe, Instagram DMs |
| Pricing | Free plan · 14-day trial (source) |
| Website | openchairpro.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
OpenChair integrations
OpenChair lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Stripe
- Instagram DMs
Alternatives to OpenChair
- SalesVuA broad salon commerce platform built for multi-location commission control.8.9
- SaloniorA broad India-focused salon system with commission exports, POS and multi-location tools.8.7
- SalonWingsA broad salon operations suite with commission tracking and offline billing.8.5
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