Saloria vs Calendix: free calendar or paid WhatsApp assistant?
Calendix, an Italian salon software, centres on an AI WhatsApp assistant and unlimited WhatsApp reminders, for a flat fee and no commissions. Individual professional calendars start with Basic; consultation, analysis, reports, matching and AI previews are included in every plan.
Comparison written by Saloria, one of the two products compared. Calendix data from its official Italian pricing page, checked on 8 November 2026.
Saloria and Calendix compared
| Aspect | Calendix (Italian price list) | Saloria |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Light €19/month, Pro €33/month, Business €79/month (annual, + VAT) | Free with no expiry; Basic from $19.90 a month (annual) |
| Setup fee | €100 (Light) or €200 (Pro) + VAT | None |
| Commissions | Zero commissions | Zero commissions |
| AI assistant and unlimited WhatsApp reminders | Booking link to share; email reminders | |
| Staff | 1 on Light, unlimited from Pro | Salon calendar on Free; per-team-member calendars from Basic |
| Salon website | Showcase website from the Pro plan | Free one-page website, linked to bookings |
| Client records and showcase | Digital calendar; marketing campaigns from Pro | Client records and product showcase included |
| Consultation with face and hair analysis | Not stated | In every plan, Free included |
Official sources checked on 8 November 2026
Calendix’s model
Calendix publishes three plans billed annually on its Italian price list: Light at €19 a month (€228 a year + VAT, €24 billed monthly) with a €100 + VAT setup fee; Pro at €33 a month (€396 a year + VAT, €39 billed monthly) with a €200 + VAT setup fee; Business at €79 a month for chains of up to 4 locations. It states zero commissions, an AI WhatsApp assistant, unlimited WhatsApp reminders with SMS backup and, from Pro, unlimited staff, a salon-branded app and a showcase website.
Saloria’s model
Saloria asks for no subscription and no setup fee to start: the Free plan includes the salon calendar, a booking page with link and QR code, email confirmations and reminders, client records, a one-page website and a product showcase. Everything is integrated and commission-free. Paid plans add per-team-member calendars, face and hair analysis and AI previews of the look.
When Calendix is the better fit
If you get lots of requests on WhatsApp and want an assistant to answer and book for you, even at night, Calendix is built around that. Include the setup fee and the annual subscription in the total cost.
When Saloria is the better fit
If you want to start at zero cost with calendar, website, client records and showcase already connected, or you want to stand out with a guided look consultation, Saloria covers those needs. Online payments are coming soon; automatic WhatsApp reminders are not included today.
How to get started
- Count how many requests you get on WhatsApp and how many by phone.
- Add the annual subscription and the setup fee for the plan you need.
- Check how many staff members need a calendar.
- Try Saloria for free with your real services before deciding.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Calendix have a free plan?
The price list checked on 8 November 2026 shows the paid Light, Pro and Business plans, with a 30-day guarantee and a free demo. It does not show a free plan.
Does Saloria have setup costs?
No. You sign up, complete your salon profile and the first booking setup, with no activation fee.
Does Saloria answer WhatsApp for me?
No. Saloria gives you a booking link to share on WhatsApp, Instagram and Google; clients book by themselves from the salon page.
Is a website included?
With Saloria, yes, even on the Free plan: a one-page website linked to bookings. Calendix lists its showcase website from the Pro plan.
Saloria editorial team. Data checked on 8 November 2026 on the official pages listed. Features not described in those sources are not assumed to be missing.