Aura'd vs SalonIQ
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| Figure | Aura'd | SalonIQ |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | £47/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 9 | 1 |
| Spec score · Salon App Builder Software | 9.4 (#1) | 7.8 (#21) |
| Headquarters | Chichester, United Kingdom | The Forge, Little Mount Sion, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1YS, UK |
| Integrations | The API documentation describes calendar synchronization with Google Calendar and Outlook. | The partner page lists SalonSpy, Stripe, Vish, Reserve with Google, Mutu, Colourstart, Flossie, Klarna and Green Salon Collective, and describes an IQ API for third-party integrations. |
| Payments | The service accepts cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Clearpay, and its FAQ also names Klarna. | IQ Pay links payments to client profiles, supports refunds and live transaction tracking, and pays funds into the salon’s account within two working days. |
| Security | The API section states it uses API key authentication and HTTPS encryption and claims 99.9% uptime. | The IQ Pay page states that its transactions are secure and compliant, but does not name a specific certification or standard. |
| Support | The site promises free setup assistance and lists priority support on the Business plan. | Customers can access a knowledge base or submit a support request through the support page. |
Plans
Aura'd
- API BasicFree
- FreeFree
- Solo£19 a month
- API Pro$29 a month
- Team£39 a month
- Business£69 a month
- API Business$79 a month
- Premium£149 a month
- API Enterprise$199 a month
In their own words
Aura'd
Aura'd is salon booking software for hairdressers, lash technicians, and other beauty professionals. Clients can book at any time through a branded app or website, with availability updated in real time. Salon operators can manage client lists, promotions, preferences, and appointment notes. Automated SMS and email reminders are described as reducing no-shows by up to 90%. Aura'd integrates with Stripe and accepts cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Clearpay, and Klarna. All plans have zero booking commission; card processing costs 1.9% + 20p. Branded salon appointment apps are available for iOS and Android, and web and API platforms are listed. The REST API covers services, availability, bookings, and client management, with access on Premium. The free plan allows 50 bookings per month and five services, with a basic booking page and email confirmations. Solo costs £19 a month, Team £39 a month, Business £69 a month, and Premium £149 a month. Aura'd says setup takes under 15 minutes and offers free setup assistance.