How Do They Compare?
 MioSalon |
 Acuity Scheduling |
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|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Pay-as-you-go starting from $5/month | Emerging ($20/month), Growing ($34/month), Powerhouse ($61/month) |
| Platform Type | All-in-One Salon & Spa Management Software | Appointment Scheduling Software |
| Customer Support | Live Chat, Phone, Email & Unlimited Trainings | Email (24/7) & Live Chat (Weekdays 4 am - 8 pm EST) |
| Industry Focus | Purpose-built for Salons & Spas | General Scheduling (Consultants, Fitness, Beauty, Healthcare) |
| Core Features | Online Booking, POS, Inventory, Marketing Automation, CRM, Reporting, Multi-location | Online Booking, Client Management, Invoicing, Intake Forms, Payment Processing |
| Target Business Size | Solo Professionals to Enterprise & Multi-chain | Solo Professionals & Small Businesses |
| Hidden Charges / Booking Commission | 0% Booking Commission, No Hidden Fees | 0% Booking Commission |
| Operation Efficiency | Built-in tools simplify daily salon management from one dashboard | Setup requires third-party workarounds for advanced inventory and POS hardware |
Stop Juggling Multiple Apps to Run Your Business
Because Acuity is primarily a scheduling tool, salon owners are often forced to create a "Frankenstein" system to run their business. You end up paying for Acuity for booking, another app for inventory, a separate POS system for checkout, and Mailchimp for marketing.
Not only does this cost you more in monthly subscriptions, but your data doesn't sync properly, leading to accounting nightmares.
MioSalon is a unified solution. Every aspect of your salon from online booking and staff schedules to retail inventory and is managed in one single, seamless dashboard.
Software Designed for How Salons Actually Work
Acuity is designed to work for everyone from accountants to personal trainers. Because it tries to serve everyone, it lacks the specialized tools required by the beauty industry.
MioSalon is purpose-built for both salons and spas. We understand the nuances of your daily operations:
- Client Profiles: Store detailed color formulations, patch test results, and before/after photos.
- Advanced Inventory: Track stock levels, automate purchase orders, and manage vendor relationships natively without third-party apps.
- Split Commissions: Easily split a ticket between the stylist who performed the service and the receptionist who sold the retail product.
Get Immediate Live Support When You Need It
When your booking system glitches on a busy Saturday morning, or your card reader won't connect, you need immediate help. While Acuity offers email and weekday chat support, they lack the dedicated phone support that high-volume retail businesses often require during emergencies.
MioSalon considers our support team to be an extension of your business. We provide dedicated, friendly human support via live chat and phone. If you have an emergency, we are there to solve it instantly so you can get back to your clients.
Pay Only for What You Use
Acuity's "Growing" plan costs $34/month just to unlock SMS text reminders, while their entry-level plan is $20 and their top tier is $61.
With MioSalon's pay-as-you-go pricing, you don't have to overpay for a bloated platform. You can start with our core billing and appointments module for just $5/month. As your salon grows, you simply add the specific modules you need like Business Intelligence or Loyalty Programs. Bundle modules together and save up to 75%.
See the Difference for Yourself
The best way to understand how MioSalon compares is to experience it firsthand. Book a free, personalized demo and we'll walk you through everything tailored to your salon's needs. No pressure. No commitments.
