Chicago nail techs from Pilsen to Wicker Park are running their own stations and building their own books. The clients are loyal. The referrals come in steady. And the texts about fills and sets come at all hours. Solo is the part that makes sure all of those conversations turn into appointments on your calendar without you having to chase anyone. You take the text about a gel set or a fill. You forward one message to Solo. It's on your calendar. Solo sends you a reminder before they come in. Bronzeville clients and Logan Square walk-ins go through the same process. Simple on your end. No app for anyone to figure out.
Two minutes to connect your calendar. No credit card required.
A client texts or calls about a set, fill, gel appointment, or press-ons. Handle the conversation naturally.
Forward one text to Solo with the name, how long the appointment runs, and the date and time. It lands on your calendar immediately.
The appointment is on your calendar. Solo sends you a reminder before they come in. Walk-ins and booked clients both go on the same calendar.
MindBody is built for spas and wellness studios with multiple providers and services. If you're running your own station, Solo does the booking part without the system you don't need.
| Solo | Paper book | Square Appts | Booksy | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Text + your calendar | Pen, notebook | Hardware + login | App + profile build |
| Time per booking | Send one text | 30 sec, error-prone | 4-6 taps, screen share | Client must download app |
| No-shows | Auto reminder by text | None | Email/SMS reminder | App push reminder |
| Calendar sync | Google + Outlook native | Manual transfer | Google + Outlook | Google only |
| Best for | Solo pros who already take the call | Backup only | Multi-staff shops | High-foot-traffic walk-up |
Nail tech booking comparison. Pricing and features subject to change.
Yes. Solo is per-tech, not per-salon. You connect your own calendar and manage your own bookings. The salon software doesn't need to be involved.
Yes. When a walk-in sits down, you forward one text to Solo and log it. Booked appointments and walk-ins live on the same calendar. You always know your real day.
Yes. Forward the next fill while they're at your station. The appointment goes on your calendar right there.
Most start with the Starter plan. Booking by text, calendar sync, and reminders. The Growth plan adds a public booking page and social tools when you're ready to grow your book further.
Chicago, IL nail techs use Solo to keep their books full without the back-and-forth. Connect your calendar, forward a text, and you are running.
Try Solo freeTwo minutes to connect your calendar. No credit card required.