Lookster vs Phorest
Phorest is salon software from Ireland, also active in the Netherlands and Germany, with the plans Starter, Grow and Ultimate. Prices are not on the website: you request a quote, and there is no free trial, only a demo. Lookster is free for the first three months, then costs €19.95 per month excl. VAT and charges 0% commission on bookings.
Lookster
First 3 months free
Then €19.95 per month, excl. VAT
0% commission
Information about Phorest verified on 27 October 2026 via Phorest's official website. Spotted something that's no longer accurate? Let us know and we'll update it.
What do Lookster and Phorest include?
| Feature | Lookster | Phorest |
|---|---|---|
| Full web dashboard that works on any device Nothing to install: sign in from your browser and you're set. | ||
| Online calendar with real-time updates | ||
| 24/7 online bookings | ||
| Own consumer marketplace and customer app | — | |
| 0% commission on all your bookings | — | |
| Automatic appointment reminders | ||
| Recurring appointments, adjustable per visit | — | |
| Personal login and calendar per staff member | ||
| Automatic review collection after appointments | ||
| Statistics and reports | ||
| Booking app for your clients | ||
| Dashboard app for iPhone and iPad | — | |
| Dashboard app for Android Available on Google Play; the dashboard also works fully in the browser. | — | |
| Dashboard app for Windows Direct download for Windows 10 and 11; the dashboard also works fully in the browser. | — |
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Why salons choose Lookster over Phorest
Salons choose Lookster over Phorest because they can start right away. At Phorest you only know what you pay after a demo and a quote, and you cannot try it yourself. You use Lookster free for three months, without a credit card and without a sales call; after that, Essentials costs €19.95 per month excl. VAT including three team members, with 0% commission, its own marketplace and cancellable at any time.
Switch from PhorestGood to know
Phorest publishes no prices for Starter, Grow and Ultimate: you request a quote. There is no free trial, only a demo.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Phorest cost compared to Lookster?
Lookster is free for the first three months and charges 0% commission on bookings.
Does Lookster charge commission, like some alternatives?
No. Lookster charges 0% commission on all your bookings, including new clients who arrive via the Lookster marketplace or the customer app. Your clients remain your clients.
Is it easy to switch from Phorest to Lookster?
Yes. Create a free account, add your treatments, team and opening hours, and share your booking link. Most salons are live within a day. You can also use Lookster for free alongside Phorest until you're sure about the switch.
Do I need an app to use Lookster?
No. The full dashboard works in the browser on any device: Windows, Android, Mac, iPad or iPhone. The iOS, Android and Windows apps are handy extras.
Lookster Dashboard on iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows
Your calendar, bookings and clients always at hand. Get the free app from the App Store or Google Play, or install Lookster Dashboard straight on your Windows PC. Everything works in the browser too, on any device.
All about the apps- iPhone & iPadNow in the App Store
- AndroidNow on Google Play
- WindowsVersion 1.9.0 for Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit) Download for Windows
Your first booking starts with 3 months free
Create your account, set up your salon and let clients book online. No contract, cancel anytime; Lookster charges 0% commission on bookings.
3 months free · No credit card needed · 0% commission