Square Appointments vs GlossGenius
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software. Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
Square Appointments ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #5) for Salon and spa owners managing appointments and clients. Flawlessly integrates booking and payments within a trusted, easy-to-use ecosystem.
At a glance
| Square Appointments | GlossGenius | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software | #5 / The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.3 | 8.4 |
| Best for | All-in-one booking & payments | Stylish client experience & branding |
| Pricing | $$ ($0 to $99+/mo) | $$ ($24 to $48+/mo) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2015 |
Square Appointments
Flawlessly integrates booking and payments within a trusted, easy-to-use ecosystem.
squareup.com/us/en/appointmentsSee full entry in The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software
GlossGenius
Delivers an elegant, brand-focused experience for both stylists and clients.
glossgenius.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Salon & Spa Management Software
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.