ChairIQ reads a photo of your client's hair — curl pattern, density, length — and returns a time estimate your schedule can trust. Deposits collected at booking, so your whole day holds.
$24/month · All features · No per-seat fees · Cancel anytime
“Every tool we tried treated us like a blowout bar. ChairIQ is the first thing that actually estimates time the way we think about hair.”
Where the client is today and where they want to be. ChairIQ reads the complexity and takes it from there.
Current texture, density, length, and condition. The starting point ChairIQ uses to understand the full scope of the work.
Inspo image or reference style. ChairIQ analyzes the distance between starting point and goal to build an accurate estimate.
ChairIQ is purpose-built for services where complexity varies by client, and generic time blocks have always fallen short.
Curl pattern, density, length, and starting condition all affect how long a service actually takes. ChairIQ reads the complexity so your schedule reflects reality — not a flat time block.
Available nowSkin tone, existing coverage, and reference look determine the complexity of the work. Quote bridal, editorial, and corrective applications accurately — before the client is in your chair.
Available nowChairIQ syncs with each stylist's Google or Apple calendar so every new booking fits around their real availability — not just an empty slot in the system. Complexity-aware time blocks replace flat scheduling, the grid shows every stylist's day in real time, and a manual override is always one tap away.
The client uploads their current state and a reference photo. ChairIQ returns a time estimate and custom quote before the appointment is confirmed. Everything is handled before anyone walks through the door.
A complex service can take three times as long as a simple one. Flat time blocks cause cascading delays that don't recover until end of day. Your expertise deserves a tool that accounts for it.
Without a deposit at booking, cancellations leave the chair empty and the artist unpaid. ChairIQ gates every confirmation behind a deposit so your time is protected before the day begins.
GlossGenius, Fresha, Boulevard — none of them analyze a photo. They accept whatever time estimate the operator enters and call it a day. ChairIQ is the first platform built to close that gap.
Purpose-built tools shouldn't cost more than the generic ones they replace. ChairIQ is priced so any independent operator can access what was previously out of reach.
Every feature included. Unlimited stylists. Unlimited appointments. No per-seat fees. No add-on charges at checkout.
Get Early Access →| Feature | ChairIQ | GlossGenius | Boulevard |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI photo analysis | ✓ Core | ✗ | ✗ |
| Texture-aware time estimation | ✓ Core | ✗ | ✗ |
| Deposit gate at booking | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Commission payouts | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Monthly base price | $24 / mo | $24–$48 / mo | $176–$455 / mo |
| Contract required | None | None | 12-month |
| Built for complex services | ✓ Purpose-built | ✗ | ✗ |
ChairIQ is built for hair salons, independent stylists, and makeup artists whose work varies significantly by client. If you’ve ever manually padded a time block because your booking tool couldn’t account for the actual complexity of the work in front of you — this was built for you.
Estimates are generated from AI analysis of the client’s current state photo and reference goal, calibrated against actual appointment durations logged in the platform over time. They are labeled as estimates throughout the product and never presented as guarantees. A manual override is always available, and every override is logged to improve future accuracy.
Boulevard is built for large, established salons with complex multi-location needs. Their Essentials plan starts at $176 per month before the $55 per month forms add-on, $45 per month QuickBooks integration, and a required 12-month contract. ChairIQ is purpose-built for independent and boutique operators who need intelligent scheduling without the enterprise overhead.
There is always a manual fallback. The stylist or admin can enter service parameters directly and the same estimation logic applies. Every manual booking is logged so you can track how often the AI consultation is used versus skipped.
No. $24 per month covers your entire business — unlimited stylists, unlimited appointments. The only additional cost is Stripe’s standard processing fee on card transactions, which applies regardless of which booking tool you use.
The two-photo engine applies anywhere a client's starting point and goal determine how long the work actually takes. These verticals are next.
Existing coverage, design complexity, and placement area drive session length. Stop underquoting large pieces and cover-ups.
Coming soonTreatment protocols vary significantly by starting skin condition and target outcome. ChairIQ adapts to aesthetic and clinical intake flows.
Coming soonHair and makeup departments need precise time budgets per talent. Reference the character design against the talent’s baseline, instantly.
Coming soonNatural lash density, curl, and reference style determine fill time and material cost. Quote fills and full sets with real data.
Coming soonFacial mapping, treatment area analysis, and goal imagery feed the estimate. From chemical peels to laser treatments.
Coming soonCoat type, length, condition, and breed-specific requirements drive grooming time. Quote every dog accurately from intake photo to confirmed appointment.
Coming soonChairIQ is in early access with a select group of salons and studios. Join the waitlist — founding customers get locked-in pricing for life.
No spam. Founding rate locked at $24/mo for life.