Fresha vs Zenoti
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software. Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
Fresha ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #7) for Salon and spa owners managing appointments and clients. Unbeatable free core platform, ideal for new salons and independent stylists.
At a glance
| Fresha | Zenoti | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software | #7 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.9 | 8 |
| Best for | Best free booking platform | Enterprise & multi-location chains |
| Pricing | $ ($0, pay-per-feature) | $$$$ (Custom pricing) |
| HQ | London, UK | Bellevue, USA |
| Founded | 2015 | 2010 |
Fresha
Unbeatable free core platform, ideal for new salons and independent stylists.
www.fresha.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software
Zenoti
The leading choice for enterprise chains needing centralized control and analytics.
www.zenoti.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software
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