Compare Phorest Salon Software and Vagaro 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.6% of reviews)
Small-Business (98.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Starting at $23.99 Per Month
Phorest Salon Software
Star Rating
(30)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (96.6% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Phorest Salon SoftwareVagaro
Star Rating
(389)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (98.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $23.99 Per Month
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Vagaro excels in overall user satisfaction, boasting a significantly higher G2 Score compared to Phorest Salon Software. Users appreciate the comprehensive features like livestreaming and marketing tools, which enhance their business operations.
- Users say that Vagaro's implementation process is smooth and intuitive, with many highlighting the helpful tutorials that guide them in setting up their business effectively. In contrast, Phorest users find it easy to manage appointments but have not reported as many comprehensive onboarding resources.
- Reviewers mention that Vagaro offers a wide range of modular features that can be added as businesses grow, making it a flexible choice for small businesses. Phorest, while simpler, may lack the depth of features that some users desire for scaling their operations.
- According to verified reviews, Phorest Salon Software shines in its user-friendly appointment management, with features that allow easy adjustments to schedules. Users appreciate the drag-and-drop functionality, which simplifies their daily workflow, although Vagaro's scheduling features are also well-regarded.
- Users highlight that Vagaro's support quality is a mixed bag, with some finding it adequate but others wishing for more responsive assistance. In contrast, Phorest users report a higher satisfaction with support, indicating that they feel more supported in their business needs.
- G2 reviewers note that while Vagaro has a larger market presence and a wealth of user feedback, Phorest's recent positive reviews suggest it is a solid choice for those seeking simplicity and ease of use in appointment scheduling, making it appealing for smaller operations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Phorest Salon Software
No pricing availableVagaro
Just Me
Starting at $23.99
Per Month
- Free transfer of all your data from any software
- Customizable calendar with waitlist & resource management
- Sell memberships, packages, & gift certificates
Free Trial
Phorest Salon Software
No trial information availableVagaro
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
25
7.5
34
Ease of Use
8.7
25
8.8
265
Ease of Setup
8.2
11
8.8
122
Ease of Admin
8.8
11
7.3
11
Quality of Support
8.8
25
7.5
31
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
11
7.1
11
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
25
8.2
32
Features by Category
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Marketing - Spa Management
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Guest Experience - Spa Management
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Facility Management - Gym Management
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Personalization
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Class Management
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Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Phorest Salon Software and Vagaro are categorized as Spa and Salon Management
Unique Categories
Phorest Salon Software has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Phorest Salon Software
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Vagaro
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Health, Wellness and Fitness
27.6%
Consumer Services
27.6%
Cosmetics
13.8%
Retail
10.3%
Marketing and Advertising
3.4%
Other
17.2%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
36.8%
Consumer Services
15.9%
Cosmetics
15.4%
Retail
5.7%
Alternative Medicine
5.0%
Other
21.1%
Discussions
What happens if the Internet goes down? Will I still be able to access Phorest?
1 Comment
Official Response from Phorest Salon Software
Your Internet connection is highly unlikely to go down.
If it happens, you will be able to log onto the Phorest Go app from your phone or tablet using...Read more
Will you train my team to use Phorest?
1 Comment
Official Response from Phorest Salon Software
Yes. We will train your team for you.
We train everybody together to start. We also train owners and managers about more advanced features (like access...Read more
What if I add new stylists or therapists to my team? Will you train them too?
1 Comment
Official Response from Phorest Salon Software
Yes. We will train them too.
Our promise is to get everyone on your team, at any stage of the adventure, confident, competent and at total ease with the...Read more
What is Vagaro used for?
3 Comments
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I use Vagaro to help me grow my small massage practice. It really helps prevent no shows, allows me to budget better, payroll is easy and the forms wow the...Read more
What kind of support does Vagaro provide?
1 Comment
Official Response from Vagaro
Comment deleted by user.Read more
Vagaro has no more discussions with answers
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