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Phorest vs SalonTarget

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Phorest

Beauty

Salon software that grows your business

From
$99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SalonTarget logo

SalonTarget

Beauty

Data-driven salon growth platform

From
$99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Phorest no price is published for any of the seven plans, and every route ends at a quote request; SalonTarget no pricing information available on website, requires contacting sales
  • They diverge on capability: Phorest covers Appointment booking, SalonTarget covers Client retention alerts.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Phorest and SalonTarget actually diverge.

Attributes where Phorest and SalonTarget differ
AttributePhorestSalonTarget
PlatformsWeb, Ios, Android, ApiWeb
Founded20032016

Identical on both: starting price ($99/month), pricing model (subscription), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Beauty).

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 Phorest

  • Appointment booking
  • Client management
  • Point of sale
  • Marketing automation
  • Reputation management
  • Staff management
  • Inventory tracking
  • Business reports

Only in SalonTarget

  • Client retention alerts
  • Automated marketing
  • Data analytics
  • At-risk client identification
  • Email campaigns
  • SMS marketing
  • Performance tracking
  • Revenue forecasting

Both cover

  • SSL encryption
  • Cloud deployment
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Phorest

  • Salon and clinic management softwarenot SalonTarget
  • Medical spa operations and schedulingnot SalonTarget
  • Beauty and wellness business softwarenot SalonTarget

SalonTarget

  • Appointment scheduling and online booking for salonsnot Phorest
  • Point of sale with integrated paymentsnot Phorest
  • Inventory tracking for retail and back barnot Phorest
  • Booth renter managementnot Phorest
  • Client marketing and rebooking remindersnot Phorest

Where each one falls short

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

Phorest

  • No price is published for any of the seven plans, and every route ends at a quote request
  • There is no free trial at all, which the company states plainly
  • The product is described as suited to 3 or more staff, so a solo operator is outside the intended range
  • The branded booking app requires the Ultimate plan, and two way SMS, memberships, lead management and the ads manager are all Elite only

SalonTarget

  • No pricing information available on website, requires contacting sales
  • Trial limited duration, exact terms unclear

Pricing, plan by plan

Phorest

$99/month
  • Grow$99/month
    • Appointment booking
    • Client management
    • POS
  • Elevate$179/month
    • Everything in Grow
    • Advanced marketing
    • Online booking
  • Innovate$299/month
    • Everything in Elevate
    • Multi-location
    • Advanced analytics

SalonTarget

$99/month
  • Growth$99/month
    • Client retention alerts
    • Automated campaigns
    • Basic analytics
  • Enterprise$199/month
    • All Growth features
    • Advanced analytics
    • Multi-location support

Which should you pick?

Choose Phorest if

  • You need appointment booking.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android, Api.
  • You also want client management.
Phorest review

Choose SalonTarget if

  • You need client retention alerts.
  • You also want automated marketing.
SalonTarget review

Questions people ask

Is Phorest or SalonTarget better?
Neither clearly leads. Phorest starts at $99/month and SalonTarget at $99/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Phorest or SalonTarget?
Phorest starts at $99/month and SalonTarget at $99/month.
Does Phorest or SalonTarget run on more platforms?
Phorest runs on Web, Ios, Android, Api. SalonTarget runs on Web.
What is Phorest best used for?
Phorest is most often used for salon and clinic management software, medical spa operations and scheduling, beauty and wellness business software. Of those, salon and clinic management software and medical spa operations and scheduling are not what SalonTarget is typically brought in for.
What can Phorest do that SalonTarget cannot?
Phorest covers Appointment booking, Client management, Point of sale, Marketing automation. SalonTarget covers Client retention alerts, Automated marketing, Data analytics, At-risk client identification. Both handle SSL encryption, Cloud deployment, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Phorest: How do I find out Phorest pricing for my salon?

All plans require a custom quote. Click 'Request a quote' or 'Book a demo' on the Phorest pricing page to receive pricing tailored to your business needs.

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SalonTarget: How much does SalonTarget cost?

SalonTarget does not publish pricing information on its website. Contact the sales team at (844) 440-6151 or email [email protected] to request pricing details and discuss your salon's specific needs.

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Phorest: What SMS charges apply to each plan?

Core Aesthetics: 8.2 cents/SMS; Elevate/Elite Aesthetics: 7 cents/SMS; Starter/Grow/Ultimate: 500 free SMS/month.

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SalonTarget: Does SalonTarget offer a free trial?

Yes, SalonTarget offers a free trial option. Start a free trial or contact sales at (844) 440-6151 to discuss trial terms and pricing with the sales team.

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Phorest: Is there a minimum staff requirement?

Yes, Phorest recommends 3+ staff members to use the software.

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SalonTarget: How can I get a SalonTarget demo?

Click the 'Get Started Now' link on the SalonTarget homepage to access a demo, or contact the sales team at (844) 440-6151 or [email protected] to schedule a personalized demo.

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Phorest: What is included in Phorest plans?

All plans include: unlimited devices, unlimited staff, software for life with future upgrades, migration services, and unlimited training.

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SalonTarget: What factors affect SalonTarget pricing?

SalonTarget pricing likely varies based on salon size, features needed, and location, but specific details are not available online. Contact sales to discuss your requirements and receive a custom pricing quote.

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