Reviews & messaging
Podium
A lead conversion and reviews platform built around business texting.
What it does
Podium centralizes the messages a local business gets from webchat, Google, texts, and social into one inbox, then automates review invitations by SMS right after a visit. It also handles text marketing campaigns and text-to-pay. For a salon it is mostly about capturing the inbound lead fast and building a steady flow of fresh Google reviews.
AI features
An AI agent (marketed as an AI Employee) that answers inbound texts and webchat, qualifies and books leads around the clock, and drafts review responses, so after-hours inquiries get an instant reply instead of going cold.
Pricing
Published plans start around a couple hundred dollars a month, with AI features on higher tiers and add-on costs. Verify current pricing with Podium.
Pricing signals are indicative and change often. Confirm current pricing with the vendor.
How SalonAI fits
Compare Podium with the work your whole business needs. Your salon AI plan connects growth, clients, team operations, administration, and owner insights through supported tools and shared records. Verify the integration options before activation.
Podium head-to-head
Alternatives to Podium
Other reviews software worth weighing against Podium. See the full reviews software guide.
Related capabilities
Where Podium comes up on SalonAI
The capability guides, business-type pages, and comparisons where Podium is part of the picture.
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