Phorest often requires long-term contracts, custom quotes, and desktop client setups. Move your salon to a lightning-fast, modern cloud platform.

Compare software subscriptions first. If you also plan to buy a separate website, you can add an illustrative £20/month budget below. This is an assumption, not a competitor charge.
*Subscription estimates exclude VAT, payment processing, optional add-ons and marketplace acquisition fees, including Booksy Boost and Fresha new-client fees. Booksy checked 21 September 2026; other competitor assumptions last checked 3 August 2026. Slotivo is free for 1–2 staff and £10/month for larger teams. Confirm current rates on the provider pages: Booksy pricing, Fresha pricing and Vagaro pricing.
| Feature | Slotivo | Phorest |
|---|---|---|
| Software Type | Modern Cloud-Native App | Often relies on desktop installation |
| Pricing Transparency | Free to £10/mo flat rate | Hidden, Requires Custom Quote |
| Payment Processing Fees | Standard Stripe Fees (0% markup from us) | Phorest Pay merchant fees |
| Contracts | Month-to-month, cancel anytime | Yearly lock-in contracts |
| Client Data Ownership | 1-click easy export | Requires support assistance to export |
| Speed & UX | Lightning fast Next.js architecture | Older interface designs |
| Cash & Offline Payments | Log cash, bank transfer, card terminal or complimentary — included | Recorded through their own POS/payments product |
Disclaimer: Competitor pricing, features, and contract terms are based on public information as of June 2026. Phorest is a registered trademark of Phorest Salon Software. Slotivo is not affiliated with Phorest.
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Free forever for 1-2 staff. No credit card required.