Comparison

Master UP vs Narval

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

Head to head
About

Master UP

Streamline client bookings and manage your schedule efficiently. This app helps beauty professionals reduce missed appointments and organize daily planning, allowing more focus on client services. It centralizes client information, notes, and preferences for a personalized experience.

Highlights
  • Client appointment management
  • Automated appointment reminders
  • Client profile and notes storage
  • Service and availability setting
  • Prepayment tracking
  • Daily planning tools
Features
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Managing client bookings and schedules shouldn’t take extra time. Master UP helps beauty professionals stay organized, reduce missed appointments, and keep daily planning under control — so you can focus on your work, not admin tasks. Whether you work independently or manage a small team, Master UP adapts to your routine. Clients can book 24/7, your schedule stays clear and up to date, and all client information is stored in one place. Notes and preferences are easy to find, so every visit feels more personal and consistent. Instead of switching between messages, notes, and calendars, you get one simple workflow that supports real workdays. Why Master UP works for beauty professionals - Keep all appointments in one clear calendar and manage bookings faster. - Set availability, services, and shifts without confusion, even when plans change. - Store client history, notes, and preferences in organized client profiles. - Send automatic reminders to reduce no-shows and last-minute mix-ups. - Plan your day with simple tools that keep tasks and appointments aligned. - Track prepayments and stay on top of upcoming visits without spreadsheets. - Stay consistent with repeat clients by keeping key details and routines saved. Built for real workdays Master UP is designed for busy schedules where every minute matters. It keeps planning, bookings, reminders, client details, and payments organized in one workflow — so your day stays predictable even when it’s full. Update availability quickly, review upcoming appointments at a glance, and keep communication with clients smooth and professional. Grow with confidence A clear schedule and reliable reminders help protect your time and income. With client notes and preferences always available, you can deliver a better experience and build long-term loyalty. Master UP makes it easier to stay on track, avoid mistakes, and keep your business running smoothly. Join thousands of professionals who use Master UP daily. Download the app and get back to what you love — creating beauty.

About

Narval

Features
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Narval is a fast, calendar-first scheduling app built for the people who run service businesses — barbers, stylists, nail and brow/lash artists, massage therapists, and tattoo studios. It's the tool your team actually wants to open on a busy shift: the schedule loads instantly, booking takes one tap, and nothing gets double-booked. Start solo, for free. Every account gets a personal calendar the moment you sign in — no setup, no org, no payment. When you're ready to run a team, create an organization and see everyone's day on one shared board, a column per employee. WHAT YOU GET • Shared schedule board — one clean day view with a column for each team member. The calendar is the home screen, not buried behind a dashboard. • One-tap booking — pick a time, a person, and go. Type a client and service freely, or link them to your directory. • Reminders that arrive — layered in-app, on-device, and push reminders so appointments don't slip. Set defaults once; override per appointment. • No more double-bookings — overlap detection warns you the moment a slot clashes. • Roles that match how salons work — Owner, Admin, and Member permissions, so admins run the day and members manage their own book. • Client directory & service catalog — remember names, contact details, visit history, and your menu of services with durations and prices. Both optional. • Change history on every appointment — see exactly who changed what. • Works offline — your day is there without signal; changes sync when you're back. • Built for the EU — data hosted in Germany, GDPR-native, passwordless sign-in. WHO IT'S FOR Solo pros who want a beautiful free calendar, and small-to-mid teams (roughly 1–25 people) who need a shared board without the cost and clutter of heavy booking platforms. Sign in with just your email — no passwords. Your personal calendar is free forever. Team plans start with a 14-day free trial.

Screenshots

Master UP4 screens
Narval4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Narval at none against Master UP's 6. Narval also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 4 weeks). Master UP's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Master UP sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $23.99 per month. Narval asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Master UP ships an update every 4 weeks, Narval every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Master UP versus Narval: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaster UPNarval
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews90.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size215 MB17 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJSW Tech SLVolodymyr Zherdetskyi

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Master UP

Subscriptions6
  • 1 Month Premium$23.991 Month
  • 1 Month VIP$35.991 Month
  • 3 Month Premium$66.993 Months
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  • 3 Month VIP$98.993 Months
  • 6 Month Premium$129.996 Months
  • 6 Month VIP$194.996 Months
None

Narval

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Master UP free?
Master UP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Narval free?
Narval is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Master UP or Narval have ads?
Neither Master UP nor Narval shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Master UP or Narval?
Master UP ships an update every 4 weeks, and Narval every 2 weeks. Most recently, Master UP was updated on October 15, 2026 and Narval on October 12, 2026.

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