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# Compare Phorest vs Fresha

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> Detailed comparison between Phorest and Fresha. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Phorest | Fresha |
| **Overall rating** | 4.8/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 431 | 1443 |
| **Starting Price** | - | £14.95 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Phorest

Phorest is used by over 10,000 businesses and over 155,000 professionals worldwide.

### Fresha

Appointment scheduling solution for salons, barbershops, spas and beauty and wellness professionals.

## Key features

### Phorest

- API
- Appointment Scheduling
- Before & After Pictures
- Booth Rental Management
- Client Management
- Commission Management
- Customer Database
- Customer Mobile App
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Discount Management
- For Barbershops
- For Salons and Spas
- Mobile Alerts
- Performance Metrics
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reminders
- Social Media Integration
- Website Integration

### Fresha

- API
- Appointment Scheduling
- Before & After Pictures
- Booth Rental Management
- Client Management
- Commission Management
- Customer Database
- Customer Mobile App
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Templates
- Discount Management
- For Barbershops
- For Salons and Spas
- Mobile Alerts
- Performance Metrics
- Point of Sale (POS)
- Real-Time Reporting
- Reminders
- Social Media Integration
- Website Integration

## Links

- [View Phorest Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/113530/phorest-salon-software)
- [View Fresha Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/142138/shedul-com)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/113530/142138/phorest-salon-software/vs/shedul-com)

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