Comparison

Drybar vs Blush Aesthetics

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Drybar

Book and manage professional blowout appointments at your favorite salon. Discover exclusive app-only promotions, join membership programs, and find style inspiration for your next visit. Rebook services and locations with ease.

Highlights
  • Book blowout appointments
  • Manage appointments
  • Exclusive app promotions
  • Barfly Membership management
  • Find salon locations
  • Style inspiration
Features
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At Drybar® shops, our philosophy is simple. Focus on one thing and be the best at it. For us, that’s blowouts. With that purpose in mind, we are focused on giving each and every client the premier blowout experience while providing professional quality products and tools to better help clients achieve and maintain the perfect blowout at home. Easily book a blowout appointment for you and all your friends. View, edit, or cancel your upcoming appointments on your personal home screen and seamlessly rebook your favorite service & location with just a few taps. You can find a Drybar location while on the go and become a Barfly with our Signature or Premium Memberships to ensure your hair is perfect on your most important dates throughout the month. 4 Reasons you'll love our new Mobile Booking App. 1. Get access to promotions and offers sent only to App users. 2. Book all your blowout appointments easily & frequently. 3. Join & manage your monthly Barfly Membership. 4. Find style inspiration for your next appointment.

About

Blush Aesthetics

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The Blush app gives you seamless access to the same luxury experience you expect in-office — now right from your phone. Designed for convenience, clarity, and confidence, the Blush app helps you manage appointments, track memberships, check gift card balances, and stay connected to the area's leading aesthetic practice. Whether you visit us for injectables, skin rejuvenation, or laser treatments, this app keeps your self-care routine organized, personalized, and effortless. Explore services, view exclusive updates, and stay one step ahead in your beauty and wellness journey. Key Features Manage Appointments — Easily schedule, reschedule, or cancel appointments anytime. Your upcoming and past visits are organized for quick access. Update Your Profile — Keep your personal details and preferences current so your treatments remain tailored to you. Membership & Gift Card Tracking — Instantly view your balances, credits, and membership status — a perfect way to stay on top of your benefits. Explore Services & Education — Browse the full menu of Blush treatments, from Botox and fillers to Moxi, BBL/IPL, and advanced skin and laser procedures.

Screenshots

Drybar4 screens
Blush Aesthetics4 screens

Verdict

The call

Drybar and Blush Aesthetics are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Drybar versus Blush Aesthetics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDrybarBlush Aesthetics
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (33 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews7.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings33 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDrybarBlush Aesthetics LLC

Bugs and requests

Drybar

Reported bugs

20 issues
  • Login credentials not recognized despite being correct
  • App logs out user every time it's opened
  • Password reset emails not being sent
  • Server error messages during booking process
  • Scrolling issues on date selection screens
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  • Font rendering too large making content unreadable
  • Location search returns incorrect/distant locations
  • App crashes when entering zip code search
  • Payment processing fails with server errors
  • Appointment confirmation not syncing to salon systems
  • Membership credits showing as zero when they exist
  • Add-on requests not appearing at salon
  • Appointments not displaying in user schedule
  • App freezes on confirmation screen
  • Unable to add payment methods despite limit errors
  • Location detection fails on cellular networks
  • Password validation inconsistent between app and website
  • Account profile phone number validation errors
  • Customer not found errors for existing accounts
  • Automatic next screen progression inconsistent

Requested features

17 requests
  • Face ID or biometric authentication support
  • Remember login credentials between sessions
  • Show available times across multiple locations simultaneously
  • Search appointments by date instead of location
  • Save user preferences and settings permanently
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  • Ability to select specific stylists
  • Display location phone numbers in app
  • Cancel and modify appointments within app
  • Show membership credits and benefits clearly
  • Integration with calendar apps
  • Keyboard shortcut support for login fields
  • Better error messaging and explanations
  • View appointment history with stylist names
  • Search by date range across nearby locations
  • Saved favorite add-ons and services
  • Automatic location detection accuracy improvement
  • Show availability before answering all questions

Blush Aesthetics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Drybar

No in-app purchases

None

Blush Aesthetics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Drybar free?
Drybar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Blush Aesthetics free?
Blush Aesthetics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Drybar or Blush Aesthetics have ads?
Neither Drybar nor Blush Aesthetics shows ads.

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