Salon software for solo stylists who need more time behind the chair.

Let online booking, reminders and consultation forms keep working while you are with a client. Your diary, formulas, payments, stock and business numbers stay together, without needing a receptionist or a collection of separate apps.

Free, no-obligation demo • Packages from £29 + VAT • UK-based onboarding and human support

Features that earn back time every working day

Run the Business Without Becoming the Receptionist

Give clients a professional booking journey while the repetitive admin runs quietly in the background. Every action updates the same client and business record.

Availability

Online booking without an account

Let clients select a service and live time while you control opening hours, gaps, processing time and what can be booked.

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Client knowledge

CRM, formulas and preferences

Keep appointment history, formulas, notes, purchases, voucher and course activity, communication and booking preferences together.

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Client preparation

Digital consultation forms

Build custom forms and questions, collect client signatures, automate email delivery and track completed or outstanding forms.

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Revenue

POS and integrated payments

Handle services, retail, deposits, tips, discounts, loyalty points, treatment courses, vouchers and transaction reporting.

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Sales beyond appointments

Online and in-salon gift vouchers

Sell vouchers securely without requiring an account. Buyers can send the voucher to themselves or directly to the recipient.

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Decisions

Stock and business reporting

Track professional and retail products, then review appointments, revenue, client activity, rebooking and sales performance.

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2025 Salon Manager platform benchmarks

Capture bookings while your hands are busy

A solo professional is often least able to respond while delivering a service. Salon Manager’s aggregated 2025 activity shows why a connected self-service journey can matter.

87%

Visitor-to-booking completion

The percentage of measured visitors to Salon Manager online-booking journeys who completed a booking.

38%

Booked while salons were closed

The percentage of online bookings made while the relevant salon was recorded as closed.

0.7%

Average recorded no-show rate

The average rate among booked appointments included in the published Salon Manager methodology.

These figures describe aggregated Salon Manager platform activity, not every UK salon or a guaranteed result for an individual stylist. Each metric uses its own denominator. Read the full benchmark definitions and methodology.

Optional integrated payments for solo stylists

SalonPay Starter could reduce payment costs and simplify checkout

SalonPay Starter is designed as a practical entry point for independent businesses using Salon Manager. The bill moves into the connected payment process, reducing repeated keying and making transactions easier to match with your takings.

  • One connected card terminal included
  • Up to £5,000 monthly card turnover included
  • Additional transactions above £5,000 from 0.8%

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers for independent and freelance stylists

What is the best salon software for a solo stylist?

The best fit is software that supports your real booking, client, payment and reporting workflow without adding unnecessary administration. Salon Manager connects these activities and can be configured around a one-person business.

Can clients book without creating an account?

Yes. Salon Manager online booking allows clients to choose an available appointment without creating another account or remembering a password.

Can a solo stylist take deposits for online bookings?

Yes. Deposits and secure card capture can support the cancellation and no-show policies chosen by the business. Availability depends on the selected setup and payment requirements.

Does Salon Manager store colour formulas and client notes?

Yes. Formulas, technical notes, preferences, appointment history, purchases and communication can be kept with the client record.

Can consultation forms be sent before an appointment?

Yes. Custom forms can be emailed automatically, include tailored questions and signatures, and remain attached to the client record with completion history.

Is Salon Manager suitable for chair renters and salon-suite stylists?

Yes. It can support an independent client list, diary, services, payments and reporting. The exact setup should reflect the commercial and data arrangements of the chair or suite business.

Can mobile and home-based hairdressers use the software?

Salon Manager is cloud based, so authorised users can access the platform through a supported internet-connected device. A demonstration can confirm how it fits your working locations and connectivity.

How much does Salon Manager cost for a solo stylist?

Published software packages start from £29 + VAT per month. The final cost depends on the package, setup, optional services, payments and equipment selected.

Can the software grow if I add another stylist?

Yes. Salon Manager supports solo professionals, teams and multi-location businesses. Review permissions, services, reporting and package requirements before adding people or locations.

Your business deserves more than a basic diary

See how much admin Salon Manager could take off your day

Bring one of your real services and booking rules to a tailored demonstration. Test the journey from online booking and client history through payment, rebooking and reporting.

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