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Studioloop vs Phorest
The premium salon CRM with quote-based pricing. Strong marketing tools behind a sales call.
Flat pricing
Per location, cap at $249/mo
Branded app + loyalty
Built-in, not an add-on
No marketplace tax
No feature gating
The short version
“Phorest is a capable salon platform with strong CRM and marketing, but pricing requires a sales call and varies by configuration. StudioLoop offers transparent pricing you can see before you commit.”
Feature by feature
How they compare
15 metrics that matter when choosing salon software. Every row shows what you get with Studioloop versus Phorest.
Studioloop
Phorest
Studioloop
$99/mo flat, per location. Price caps at $249/mo for 4+ locations. Every feature included.
Phorest
Quote-based pricing. No public price page. Requires a sales call.
Studioloop
Stripe-powered. Cards, wallets, and pay-later where available. Direct deposits to your bank.
Phorest
PhorestPay integrated payment processing.
Studioloop
Embeddable widget with 6 themes. Guest-first booking (no login required). QR codes and link sharing.
Phorest
Online booking with website widget and booking tools.
Studioloop
No marketplace. Clients book through your channels only. No competitor listings inside the app.
Phorest
No marketplace. Retention and owned-channel focus.
Studioloop
Configurable per service. Full prepay or percentage deposits. Card on file.
Phorest
Deposits supported via payment policies. Configuration varies.
Studioloop
Card-on-file enforcement. Automated no-show and late cancellation fees.
Phorest
Included in cancellation policies toolkit.
Studioloop
Push notifications, email, and SMS reminders included in every plan, subject to fair use and anti-abuse protections.
Phorest
Strong SMS and email communications included.
Studioloop
Built-in loyalty program with points and tiers. Custom rewards. Branded app drives retention.
Phorest
A key differentiator. Deep CRM, marketing automation, and campaigns.
Studioloop
Gift cards (email, SMS, print), service packages, and memberships. All included.
Phorest
Included in retention and revenue tooling.
Studioloop
Retail POS, inventory tracking, barcode scanning, and cash drawer management.
Phorest
Strong salon retail support. Inventory management included.
Studioloop
Staff scheduling, roles, permissions, automated commissions. No per-staff fees.
Phorest
Built for salons with front desk and teams.
Studioloop
Multi-location with shared clients, central reporting, and a price cap at $249/mo total.
Phorest
Supported for larger salon groups. Pricing varies by package.
Studioloop
Revenue analytics, staff performance, retention metrics, and booking insights.
Phorest
Advanced reporting with Health Check Dashboard.
Studioloop
Stripe Connect, embeddable booking widget, QR codes. API access.
Phorest
Shopify and social media integrations. Varies by region.
Studioloop
Free migration assistance. Full data export anytime. Email and chat support.
Phorest
Tailored setup and onboarding as part of sales process. Data export available.
Why salons switch
Common reasons salons move
to Studioloop
No transparent pricing
Phorest requires a sales call to get pricing. You can not see what you will pay before committing. StudioLoop publishes pricing openly.
Sales-led buying process
Getting started with Phorest means demos, calls, and negotiation. StudioLoop lets you sign up and start in minutes.
Complex onboarding
Phorest's tailored setup can mean longer time to launch. StudioLoop's import-from-website approach gets you running quickly.
Who it's for
Which one is right for you?
Phorest is best for
Established salons (3+ staff) that prioritize CRM depth and marketing automation, and are comfortable with a sales-led buying process.
Studioloop is best for
Salons that want transparent pricing, fast self-serve setup, and all features included without going through a sales cycle.
Common questions
Studioloop vs Phorest FAQ
Is Phorest cheaper than StudioLoop?
Phorest does not publish pricing. You need a sales call to get a quote. StudioLoop is transparently priced at $99/mo per location with a cap at $249/mo. No surprises.
Does Phorest have a branded app?
Phorest offers a branded salon app on higher-tier plans (Elite). StudioLoop includes a branded iOS app in every plan.
Can I migrate from Phorest to StudioLoop?
Yes. Phorest supports data export. StudioLoop offers free migration assistance to transfer your client data and service information.
What is the main difference between StudioLoop and Phorest?
Phorest is a premium, sales-led platform with strong CRM and marketing. StudioLoop is a self-serve, transparent platform that includes all features at a flat rate with no sales calls required.
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Flat-rate pricing. Every feature included. No marketplace. No per-staff fees. Free migration.
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