Idle vs SalonApp
Idle
idlebooking.com
SalonApp
salon.shSide by side
| Figure | Idle | SalonApp |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | 1.25 SGD/mo | $39/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 7 |
| Spec score · Salon Payroll Software | 7.9 (#26) | 8.8 (#5) |
| Payments | The built-in Stripe integration supports cards, Stripe Link, PayNow, PayLah and GrabPay, with funds settling to the business’s bank. | The point-of-sale supports tap, chip, swipe, and online payments, and the site names Square and Stripe integrations. |
| Scheduling | Idle can assign staff, rooms and equipment to appointments and prevent resource conflicts. | The platform provides drag-and-drop calendars with staff or resource views, online booking, visual floor plans, walk-ins and waitlists. |
| Security | Idle says data is encrypted in transit and at rest, logins use email verification and password reset, and access can be limited by role. | The maker says data is protected with SSL encryption and row-level security, with daily backups on Supabase infrastructure. |
| Who it serves | Idle says it is for beauty and wellness businesses, from solo studios to multi-staff clinics, and supports up to twenty locations. | The maker presents the product for independent stylists, boutique salons, spas and wellness businesses, and multi-location operators. |
Plans
SalonApp
- FreeFree
- AI Receptionist Solo$39 a month
- Starter$39 a month
- AI Receptionist Starter$79 a month
- Professional$79 a month
- AI Receptionist Pro$149 a month
- Enterprise$149 a month
In their own words
SalonApp
SalonApp, also called Salon Manager, combines appointments, payments, staff schedules, and client history for salon businesses. Its drag-and-drop calendar supports online booking, automated reminders, and no-show protection. Client profiles can keep color formulas, allergies, photos, preferences, and visit history. An AI receptionist can answer calls around the clock in 16 languages and use the live calendar to book, cancel, or reschedule appointments.
The point-of-sale system supports tap, chip, swipe, and online payments, with Square and Stripe integrations; bookkeeping can synchronize with QuickBooks and Xero. Marketing includes email and SMS campaigns, segments, A/B tests, referrals, automated flows, and review requests. Staff tools cover US and Canadian payroll, commissions, time clock, and booth rentals. It runs on Android, iOS, and the web. The free plan allows 15 clients, 20 appointments per month, and one staff member. Paid plans start at $39 a month, and every paid plan includes a 14-day trial with no credit card required to start.