Shortcuts Softwarevs
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Salon & spa business success
As of 30 August 2026, Shortcuts Software starts at $89/month. Shortcuts is a comprehensive salon and spa management software that offers appointment booking, POS, marketing, and business analytics. Softwr lists it under Beauty. Shortcuts Software is launched in 1990, available on Web, Windows, iOS, Android.
Overview
Shortcuts is a comprehensive salon and spa management software that offers appointment booking, POS, marketing, and business analytics. With over 30 years in the industry, it provides robust tools for salons to manage operations, retain clients, and grow revenue.
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Pricing
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Essential
$89 /mo
Professional
$159 /mo
Enterprise
On request
Capabilities
Appointment booking
Client management
Point of sale
Inventory management
Marketing automation
Staff rostering
Loyalty programs
Business analytics
Xero
Integration with Xero
MYOB
Integration with MYOB
Mailchimp
Integration with Mailchimp
Integration with Facebook
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Shortcuts does not publish pricing online. To obtain pricing information, you must contact their regional sales teams: Australia & New Zealand (1300 667 374), USA & Canada (888 246 8408), or UK (0161 972 4900), or book a demo.
SourceShortcuts offers two product tiers: Shortcuts Fusion for full-featured salon management and Shortcuts Aire for solo operators and small businesses. Pricing varies by region and product tier but is only available by contacting sales.
SourceYes, Shortcuts offers demos that can be booked through their website. The demo is the primary way to discuss pricing, features, and which product tier fits your business needs.
SourceBehind it
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Intelligent salon management with deep analytics
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Per user per monthOnline booking and business growth for salons