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Centr vs Salonist

Centr logo

Centr

Software

Chris Hemsworth's fitness and wellness app

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Salonist logo

Salonist

Software

Complete salon software from India

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Salonist has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Centr requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively; Salonist free plan limited to 50 appointments per month
  • They diverge on capability: Centr covers Expert-led workouts, Salonist covers Appointment booking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Centr and Salonist actually diverge.

Attributes where Centr and Salonist differ
AttributeCentrSalonist
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsMobile app (iOS/Android assumed)Web, Ios, Android
Founded20192017

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Centr

  • Expert-led workouts
  • Meal planning
  • Mindfulness content
  • Progress tracking
  • Self-care routines
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch

Only in Salonist

  • Appointment booking
  • Billing & invoicing
  • Inventory management
  • Loyalty programs
  • Staff management
  • GST compliance
  • Marketing automation
  • Business analytics

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Centr

  • Home gym users with existing or planned equipment investmentsnot Salonist
  • Athletes training for HYROX racing or longevity-focused conditioningnot Salonist
  • Users seeking equipment-integrated personalised programmingnot Salonist

Salonist

  • Indian salon managementnot Centr
  • GST billingnot Centr
  • Customer loyaltynot Centr
  • Inventory controlnot Centr

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Centr

  • Requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively
  • Equipment pricing ranges $29.99–$5,999, creating significant upfront capital requirement
  • Subscription cost for Centr Coach membership not transparently published on website

Salonist

  • Free plan limited to 50 appointments per month
  • Pricing listed in AED (UAE currency) with regional variations
  • Offline capabilities not clearly documented for mobile app
  • Advanced AI features (AI Automation Marketing) only on Expert plan

Pricing, plan by plan

Centr

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Centr review.

Salonist

Free
  • Marketplace ListingFree
    • 50 appointments/month
    • Online booking
    • Staff scheduling
  • Essential$2900/year
    • Point of Sale
    • Sales reports
    • Customer history
  • Advance$4180/year
    • All Essential features
    • Customer surveys and loyalty
    • Gift cards and campaigns
  • Expert$6580/year
    • All Advance features
    • Multi-branch management
    • Dedicated account manager

Which should you pick?

Choose Centr if

  • You need expert-led workouts.
  • You work on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed).
  • You also want meal planning.
Centr review

Choose Salonist if

  • You need appointment booking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want billing & invoicing.
Salonist review

Questions people ask

Is Centr or Salonist better?
Neither clearly leads. Centr starts at On request and Salonist at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Centr or Salonist?
Salonist has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Centr and Free for Salonist.
Does Centr or Salonist run on more platforms?
Centr runs on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed). Salonist runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Salonist for free?
Yes. Salonist has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Centr starts at On request.
What is Centr best used for?
Centr is most often used for home gym users with existing or planned equipment investments, athletes training for hyrox racing or longevity-focused conditioning, users seeking equipment-integrated personalised programming. Of those, home gym users with existing or planned equipment investments and athletes training for hyrox racing or longevity-focused conditioning are not what Salonist is typically brought in for.
What can Centr do that Salonist cannot?
Centr covers Expert-led workouts, Meal planning, Mindfulness content, Progress tracking. Salonist covers Appointment booking, Billing & invoicing, Inventory management, Loyalty programs. Both handle Ios support, Android support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Salonist: Does Salonist offer a free plan?

Salonist offers a free Marketplace Listing plan with 50 appointments/month, online booking, staff scheduling, and marketplace access. Unlimited staff are included on every plan.

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Salonist: What features are included in the Essential plan?

Essential ($2,900 AED/year or approximately $59/month) includes Point of Sale, sales reports, customer history, coupon management, retail product and expense tracking, automated reminders, memberships, e-wallet, and staff commission tracking.

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Salonist: Does Salonist support multiple locations?

Multi-branch management is available on the Expert plan ($6,580 AED/year) with centralized reporting and a dedicated account manager.

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Salonist: What payment gateways does Salonist support?

Salonist integrates with multiple payment gateways including Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, and other regional providers. The Advance plan and above include multiple payment integration options.

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Salonist: Does Salonist have a mobile app?

Yes, Salonist offers mobile apps for iOS and Android allowing clients to browse services, check prices, view customer reviews, and book appointments.

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Salonist: What is included in the Advance plan?

Advance ($4,180 AED/year or approximately $109/month) adds customer survey management, loyalty rewards, gift cards, SMS/email campaigns, inventory management, lead management system, and advanced onboarding to Essential features.

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