6 Best Nail Studio Software in India (2026): Prices Compared
Disclosure: This guide is published by Invoay, which is one of the products listed. We have tried to describe every product fairly, including Invoay’s own limits. Prices come from vendor sites and public listings (checked November 2026) and change often, so confirm with the vendor before you buy.
Quick answer: Nail studios need quick appointment booking, service-wise billing, product and consumable stock, and Instagram/WhatsApp booking links. Invoay, MioSalon, Zylu, Salonist, SalonBoost and Salonify all cover the basics at different prices.
Compared at a glance
| Software | Best for | Starting price | Free plan / trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoay | Nail studios that also sell nail and beauty products | ₹674/month (₹8,089/year) | Demo; no free plan |
| MioSalon | Solo nail artists wanting a free starting plan | Free Lite plan; paid plans per outlet (about ₹2,500/month on Techjockey) | Free plan |
| Zylu | Nail studios wanting online booking from social media | $24/month ($19/month billed yearly) | Free trial |
| Salonist | Studios wanting booking, POS and CRM together | From $79/month (Capterra India) | Free trial |
| SalonBoost | Budget studios wanting WhatsApp bills | ₹799/month billed yearly | Free trial |
| Salonify | New studios on a tight budget | ₹15,000/year, unlimited users | Free version |
The 6 products in detail
1. Invoay
Cloud POS and CRM built in India for salons, spas and retail. Android, iOS, Windows and web, with offline billing, GST/VAT invoices, memberships, staff commission and an AI WhatsApp receptionist.
- Strengths: AI WhatsApp booking and reminders; product retail and stock in the same bill; unlimited users on every plan; 4.8 rating from 970 Google reviews.
- Limits: No free plan or free trial (guided demo instead); few reviews so far on G2 and Capterra; WhatsApp message costs are extra.
2. MioSalon
Cloud salon and spa software with a free starting plan and paid plans priced per outlet.
- Strengths: Free Lite plan for one staff member; marketing automation; per-outlet Standard and Premium plans.
- Limits: WhatsApp integration and messaging are paid add-ons; costs grow per outlet.
3. Zylu
AI-led salon growth software with self-serve plans, including pages for nail salons and medspas.
- Strengths: Low entry price; unlimited devices; online booking and reminders.
- Limits: Automation and insights sit in higher plans ($49–$249/month).
4. Salonist
Mohali-based cloud software covering booking, POS, CRM and marketing, sold in several countries.
- Strengths: Broad feature set; free trial; international presence.
- Limits: Pricing listed in US dollars and higher than most India-first tools.
5. SalonBoost
India-focused billing and marketing software for salons.
- Strengths: Low monthly price; WhatsApp bill dispatch and reminders; AI receptionist on higher plan.
- Limits: Smaller company and review base; fewer multi-branch features.
6. Salonify
Bengaluru-based salon software sold on a yearly plan with unlimited users.
- Strengths: Free version; flat yearly price with no per-user fee.
- Limits: Lighter on automation and AI features.
How to choose
- Online booking links: clients should book from Instagram, WhatsApp or Google.
- Service add-ons: extensions, nail art and gel removal should be added to one bill.
- Technician commission: check service-wise commission for each nail tech.
- Consumables: track gels, polish and tips used per service.
- Photos: saving client design photos helps with repeat bookings.
Frequently asked questions
Is there free software for nail studios?
MioSalon has a free Lite plan for one staff member and Salonify has a free version. Others offer trials or demos.
Can I take bookings from Instagram?
Most tools here give a booking link you can add to your Instagram bio and WhatsApp.
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Sources (checked November 2026): vendor websites; Capterra India and Capterra listings for Zenoti, Salonist, Salonify and SalonBoost; Techjockey listings for MioSalon, Salon360 and Easy Salon; SaaSworthy and Software Advice for MioSalon; Zylu pricing page; Fresha pricing as reported by Capterra and GlossGenius (Nov 2026). Invoay pricing from invoay.com/pricing.
