5 Best Phorest Alternatives in 2026
Excellent CRM and loyalty at ~$99/mo, but limited to UK/Ireland with no AI, no marketplace, and no Arabic support.
Phorest has built a loyal following in the UK and Ireland with excellent CRM, loyalty programs, and a strong 4.8 rating. But no AI features, no customer marketplace, and no Arabic or GCC support limit its appeal for businesses wanting to grow beyond their current market. Here are the top alternatives.
Daisy
AI-powered beauty business platform with 24/7 receptionist, cashback rewards, marketplace, and native Arabic/English support. The only platform that combines operations management with proactive customer acquisition.
Other Top Alternatives
Fresha
Founded 2015 - London, UK
Global beauty and wellness marketplace and business management platform with 100K+ partner venues and 450M+ appointments booked. Originally launched as Shedul in 2015, rebranded to Fresha in 2020.
Starting at
From $9.95/mo + fees
Vagaro
Founded 2010 - Pleasanton, CA, USA
All-in-one salon, spa, and fitness business management platform with 220K+ businesses. Acquired Schedulicity in January 2025. Strong marketplace and comprehensive feature set.
Starting at
$30/mo
Booksy
Founded 2016 - Warsaw, Poland (US HQ: Chicago)
Mobile-first beauty booking platform with 380K+ service providers across 50+ countries. Acquired Versum (2020) for salon management capabilities. Strong consumer app focus.
Starting at
$29.99/mo
Boulevard
Founded 2016 - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Premium, design-forward salon and spa management platform with AI scheduling and dual AI assistant (Duo). Heavily funded ($188M) with focus on premium/luxury market segment.
Starting at
$158/mo
Our Verdict
Daisy matches Phorest's CRM strength while adding AI-powered growth, marketplace, and Arabic support. Fresha offers a global marketplace. Vagaro provides the most comprehensive feature set at competitive pricing.
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