PhorestGuest vs Premiere 2026
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PhorestGuest
This app allows salon and spa clients to check themselves in easily upon arrival. It sends notifications to staff via Phorest Go, ensuring they know who is waiting. A subscription to Phorest Salon Software is required for use.
- Client self check-in
- Arrival notifications
- iPad kiosk mode
- Salon and spa integration
- Staff alerts
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PhorestGuest is an in-salon client-facing app, used to welcome clients as they arrive into the salon or spa. Load the app on an iPad near the entrance and let your clients check themselves in with ease. Every time a client checks themselves in, your team will get a notification through Phorest Go so you will always know who is waiting. IMPORTANT: Although the app is free to download, it requires a paid subscription to Phorest Salon Software to log in. If you are not yet a Phorest customer and would like more information on Phorest Salon Software and the PhorestGuest App please visit our website.
Premiere 2026
This app enhances your experience at beauty industry events by providing detailed exhibitor lists, interactive floor plans, and a complete schedule of educational sessions and workshops. It ensures a smooth and immersive event journey with user-friendly navigation.
- Detailed exhibitor lists
- Interactive floor plans
- Event schedule
- Workshop information
- Seamless navigation
- Event companion
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Premiere Shows supports the beauty industry through world class education and the nation's leading network of immersive events that bring together licensed professionals, students, renowned educators, and top brands in the beauty community from across the globe. Premiere Shows strives to cultivate growth and continue to serve as a leader for the future of the beauty industry. Discover the ultimate companion for each Premiere show with our dedicated mobile app. Unlock the entire event with ease, from detailed exhibitor lists and interactive floor plans to the complete schedule of onsite education, workshops, and special events. Whether you're meticulously planning your visit or seamlessly navigating the show floor, our user-friendly interface ensures a smooth and immersive experience. Download the app now and elevate your journey with comprehensive information and seamless navigation. Event Details: Location: Anaheim Convention Center 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PhorestGuest at 4.0 against Premiere 2026's 2.8. Premiere 2026's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (13 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PhorestGuest holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Premiere 2026 has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
PhorestGuest ships an update every 12 months, Premiere 2026 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PhorestGuest | Premiere 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better | 2.8 (13 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 14.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 13 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 204 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Phorest | ExpoPlatform LTD |
Customer experience
PhorestGuest
Premiere 2026
In-app purchases
PhorestGuest
No in-app purchases
Premiere 2026
No in-app purchases
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