Modern Software for Salons Without the Add-On Bills
Salon POS software with appointments, walk-ins, and loyalty included — a modern alternative that bundles what others charge for as separate add-ons.
Most salons don't need more software — they need less of the monthly bill. Between POS fees, a loyalty add-on, an SMS marketing tool, and a separate booking app, the “affordable” option quietly turns into hundreds of dollars a month. Gorilla POS is salon POS software and hair salon management software that rolls all of it into one flat, per-location price.
If you're looking for a modern alternative to traditional salon software that includes loyalty and appointments instead of nickel-and-diming you with separate add-ons, here's exactly what you're paying today — and what you'd pay with Gorilla.
The add-on bill breakdown
Here's what a typical salon pays for separate tools every month — and what they pay with Gorilla.
| Item | Typical salon software | Gorilla POS |
|---|---|---|
| POS software | $60/mo | included |
| Loyalty program | $45/mo | included |
| SMS & MMS marketing | $25/mo | pay-as-you-go* |
| Appointments | $29/mo | included |
| Monthly total | $159/mo | $149/mo |
| Annual cost | $1,908 | $1,788 |
* SMS/MMS billed at usage rates. Most businesses spend $10–50/month.
Everything most salon software bills as a separate add-on — loyalty, appointments, and reporting — is included with Gorilla for one flat price.
How Gorilla POS works for salons
- 1
Client walks in or books online
Walk-ins and online bookings land in the same place — no separate booking app to reconcile.
- 2
Staff checks them in on the POS
Pull up the client, see their history and loyalty balance, and start the ticket.
- 3
Services added, tips collected on the terminal
Add services as they happen; clients add a tip right on the Verifone terminal.
- 4
Loyalty points added automatically
Every visit earns points — no separate loyalty add-on, no manual tracking.
- 5
SMS receipt + loyalty balance sent
The client gets a text receipt and their updated points balance instantly.
- 6
Owner sees the daily revenue report
Revenue, tips, and staff performance roll up into your daily digest email.
Everything a salon needs, built in
Walk-in & Appointment Management
Handle walk-ins and scheduled appointments from the same POS. No separate booking system to pay for or reconcile.
Tip Collection on Terminal
Customers add tips directly on the Verifone payment terminal — 15%, 18%, 20%, or custom. Staff tips are tracked automatically for payroll.
Loyalty Program Built In
No separate loyalty add-on. It's included in your flat monthly price — clients earn points on every visit and redeem for discounts.
SMS & MMS Marketing (usage-based)
Send promotions to your client list (“20% off highlights this weekend!”) — billed simply for what you send. Gorilla AI even tells you when to send and to whom.
Staff Scheduling + Payroll
Build weekly schedules, let staff clock in on their phones, approve timecards, and export to payroll (ADP format) — all in one platform.
Task Management for Cleanliness
Daily opening and closing checklists for your team, with photo proof that stations were cleaned and issues reported instantly from the floor.
Gorilla POS vs other salon software
More included, without the separate add-on bills.
| Feature | Gorilla POS | Other salon software |
|---|---|---|
| POS + appointments | ✓ | ✓ |
| Loyalty included (flat rate) | ✓ | ✕ |
| SMS & MMS marketing (usage-based) | ✓ | ✕ |
| Staff scheduling + payroll export | ✓ | Varies |
| Task management + photo proof | ✓ | ✕ |
| No separate loyalty add-on | ✓ | ✕ |
| Starting price | $49/loc | $0–60/loc |
Some providers advertise a free tier but make up the difference elsewhere. See our pricing page for the full breakdown.
Common questions from salon owners
Does it handle booth renters vs employees?+
Yes. You can set up booth renters and employees differently — track each staffer's services and tips, and give renters their own logins while keeping owner-level reporting across the whole salon.
Can clients book online?+
Yes. Clients can book appointments from your branded online page, and those bookings flow straight into the same POS your front desk uses — no separate calendar to reconcile.
How does tip reporting work for taxes?+
Tips entered on the Verifone terminal are attributed to the staff member who performed the service and roll up into your payroll export (ADP format), so tip income is documented for tax reporting.
Does it work for threading salons?+
Absolutely. Gorilla POS works for threading, brow, and beauty salons — fast walk-in checkout, tips on the terminal, loyalty, and daily cleanliness checklists are exactly what high-volume threading shops need.
Can I track product inventory?+
Yes. Track retail and back-bar product with stock levels and par-level alerts, and see what's been consumed so you reorder before you run out.
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