Average Ratings
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Overall4.7 /5
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Ease of Use4.4 /5
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Customer Service Software4.7 /5
About SalonBuilder
Salon & Spa Websites, Online Booking, Client Management, Auto Text Reminders, Promotions & E-Marketing, Gift Cert Sales... Free Trial!
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Christine C.
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Overall Rating3 /5
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Ease of Use2 /5
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Features & Functionality2 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money1 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Dana Lauren Salon Review"
Comments: i like how easy it is to set up/modify my site
Pros: I like how easy it is to design your salonbuilder website with the dashboard
Cons: i think the design of the website could be more modern.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Hi Dana, Thank you for your feedback. Having easy to use management tools is one of our top priorities so its great to hear that you have had a good experience designing your site.
In the past few months we launched 18 new, modern, Responsive Designs and converted 12 of our most popular designs to Responsive sites. A Responsive Design moves and adjusts content to fit perfectly on mobile, tablets and larger devices. You are still using a legacy design which we recommend you update so you can benefit from the new features and imagery available with the new templates. We will follow up with you today to discuss which design would best fit your business style.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Natalie J.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Easy booking program and beautiful website"
Comments: Since it’s only me, it’s hard working behind the chair and answering the phone all the time, by allowing my clients online booking option, it frees up my time plowing me to make more money.
Pros: Easy to use platform made designing my webpage a breeze and the online booking options are user friendly for my clients.
Cons: Can’t keep logged in and would like the option to turn off appointment booking for new clients since I’m unable to accept new clients at this time, however, my current clients need access.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Hi Natalie,
One way you could continue to offer online booking but only accept current clients would be to use the Request/Response mode and only confirm appointments from clients that you know. By selecting text notifications you can easily confirm appointments from your phone within seconds of when they are booked. If you need some assistance getting this setup contact customer support.
Glad you have found designing your website easy and that your clients are happy with the online booking options. We love to hear that SalonBuilder is making your life easier and saving you time while making you money!
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Rochelle C.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-20
"True Value Website"
Comments: The staff will change anything you get stuck with.
Pros: I'm very happy with my results from Salon builder. I've started with their stock website, then built two custom website. The whole experience was always simple and pleasant. Salon builder offers many options to reach your clients, for example, email campaigns, meta tag search, picture galleries.
Cons: I really have nothing negative to comment about. My resp is very knowledgeable with there operation.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Thanks for the feedback Rochelle. We love having dedicated business owners like you who utilize all the great features and options available in SalonBuilder. Your custom designs have always been a beautiful representation of your business.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-20
Deana K.
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Overall Rating4 /5
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Ease of Use3 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support Software4 /5
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Value for Money3 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"It’s effective"
Comments: I’ve used it for many years. If I felt comfortable with change, I might try something else.
Pros: It was easier than trying to set up my own website.
Cons: It’s gotten expensive and I’m not sure it pays for itself.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Hi Deana,
One of the best things about SalonBuilder is that it is more then just a website builder. Included with your membership is:
-A complete Email Marketing system with beautiful marketing emails and Drip Campaign features.
-Promotions and Special Offers with printable materials and easy integration into your website, emails and social media.
-Search Optimization and SEO assistance.
-Client Management tools with texting options.
-Booking Calendar for scheduling and staff management.
-Free Domain Name and Domain Email addresses.
-Free Job Listings on SalonEmployment.com.
-Free listing on BeautySeeker.com.
-Free phone support.
-Plus the entire suite of tools to manage your site 24/7 (no setup fees or charges to make changes)
We feel like there is great value in SalonBuilder for the cost of a few latte's a month :)
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Salvatore G.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Excellent company"
Comments: Love my website
Pros: Easy to use , great graphics and looks very professional.
Cons: No cons, the tools they provide are outstanding.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Glad to be of service to your Gulino. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Keith F.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-22
"Easy to use"
Comments: All is all good software
Pros: Easy usage and simply access to the site. Gift gallery is great!
Cons: Booking is sometimes slow, information like adding pictures is not easy
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-22
Phyllis B.
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Overall Rating4 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support SoftwareUnrated
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Value for MoneyUnrated
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- Reviewed on 2019-06-03
"Easy to use"
Comments: I do not like how the gift certificate works and some guests had issues with it.
Pros: Ease of using it for website for our salon
Cons: Pictures do not always work right when uploading your own. Also very limited on products we can put in. We are a focus salon and many of items listed are outdated. And it will not let us upload our own in that section.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-06-04
Hi Phyllis,
Thanks for the feedback. Our product list is continually growing and we add new product lines all the time. All you need to do is send a request and we will insert the logo and link onto your site. I will have someone contact you to find out what products you would like to add.
Sorry to hear you had some issues with the gift certificate feature. We get compliments and great feedback about how easy it is to use all the time. If you ever have another problem please let us know right away so we can assist you.
Overall glad you seem to like SalonBuilder and the easy to use tools for building your website.
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- Reviewed on 2019-06-03
Lisa N.
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Overall Rating4 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support Software3 /5
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Value for Money4 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-18
"Really good site for small businesses!!"
Comments: Pretty good experience.
Pros: How it's easy to use. I like the ability for my clients to purchase their gift certificates directly from my site.
Cons: Customer service needs help. When I have a question that needs to be answered right away, I shouldn't have to wait hours for a call back. Need more staff to pick up phones.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-18
Renada H.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-25
"Exceptional quality and excellent performance"
Pros: I love the ability to go online whenever I want without having to pay someone to change my information I also like at any time I can email customer service and he responds immediately
Cons: Nothing. I don't have any suggestions or change
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-25
Ellaina J.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use3 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2020-10-07
"Satisfied customer"
Comments: Overall I was very satisfied with the finished product.
Pros: You can design your on site. There are lots of options to help you to design your site to look very professional.
Cons: Some of the features I was unable to do on my own. But the customer service number that is provided will help you through any issues that you may face trying to design your site.
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- Reviewed on 2020-10-07
Dorothy M.
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Overall Rating4 /5
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Ease of Use3 /5
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Features & Functionality3 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money3 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
"A little heads up"
Pros: I like the layout and the different options you have for designs
Cons: I don’t feel like the images are up to date for today’s fashion, especially in the built in images
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-22
Hi Dorothy,
Happy to hear you like your design and layout options for your website. We will continue to expand our stock image library (new images coming very soon) and you always have the option to upload your own photos that you take yourself or get from other stock photo sites. Thank you for your input though. It's valuable to hear what is important to you most!
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
Amanda A.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money4 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
"Website Software"
Comments: I have always had good experience. If there are any technical problems the company takes care of it right away. Overall it's good for us, as we don't have to worry about anything.
Pros: It's easy to use, I can redesign the website myself, since it's template based. If I need help the customer support is always available. I's real time changes.
Cons: I wish the cost was lower. The cost seems just a little high.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-22
Thanks for the feedback Amanda. We are so happy we have been able to help whenever you needed assistance and that your experience with building and maintaining your site has been easy.
Sorry you feel like the cost is too high...I will have someone reach out to you to make sure you are aware of all the great features that are included with your membership... (client management, booking calendar, promotions and offers, email blasts, clients alerts via texting, free employment listings on SalonEmployment.com, and much more) If you utilize all these systems you should more then make up the cost of your membership with increased sales and bookings each month.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
Patricia H.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
"SalonBuilder Review"
Comments: Gives us feedback with great reports on who what and where
Pros: I can change the look in a matter of seconds for the holidays
Cons: I do not care for some of the pictures for use on my website. I thought they could be better
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Hi Patricia, thanks for the review!
We do our best to provide a variety of imagery for all Beauty Industry businesses, but we know that everyone has unique style which is why all the imagery is changeable. All you need to do is upload your own photos which you can take yourself or download from a stock photo site for a few dollars each. We will continue to expand our photo library as often as possible to give everyone a lot of choices of professional beauty imagery.
Having the ability to change your design in seconds and have all your information and photos move to the new template is one of the ways you can keep your site fresh and up to date. Glad you use our seasonal designs to bring some holiday spirit to your online presence.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
Brandon B.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-22
"Salon Builder Software review"
Comments: Having the site has helped us build a lot of new referrals with both google adwords and facebook ads. We link the ads to our website and it helps get new clients to make appointments.
Pros: We use it for our website, I like the fact that you can easily change the templates and not have to make alot of edits and it lets you easily import your own photos to post.
Cons: I don't like the way it makes some of the photos so small on the site, it is not that easy to change where photos show up on the pages.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-23
Thanks for the review Brandon. We love hearing that SalonBuilder has helped build your clientele and increase bookings. You might want to try out one of the newer designs that have larger images available on each page.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-22
Kelly H.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
"Salon builder review."
Pros: Easy to use. Targeted for hair dressers\ Barbers.
Cons: I have not had a problem. I can't think of anything I do not like.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-22
Thanks Kelly! We appreciate you taking the time to post a review of your experience.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-21
Catherine G.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-19
"I've been with Salon Builder for probably 10 years."
Comments: Client find me when they are searching for hair colorists.
Pros: It brings me business at a super reasonable cost.
Cons: I sometimes have trouble editing, and have had to call for support, but worked out just fine for me.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-19
Renee A.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
"Easy to Navigate"
Pros: The software is easy to set up. Very user friendly
Cons: Would like more stock pictures and more selections.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Hi Renee, We are so glad you had a good experience getting everything setup for your business. Our library of stock photos is definitely heavy on the salon and spa imagery and we could use additional tanning photos. We will make sure that our next photo upload includes graphics that fit your business. Also, keep in mind you can customize all the photos by uploading your own or using stock photos which only cost a few dollars each when purchased for the web.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
Liza K.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Best ever"
Comments:
They go above and beyond!! They are always available to talk and they are great at answering questions. They truly care about their customers highly recommend!
Liza of Salon Above by Liza
Pros: It’s easy to use and I like the control I have to adjust things as needed
Cons: Paying for each add on service separately
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Linda C.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Excellent Web Hosting, Marketing and Management"
Comments: I have been a Salonbuilder member for approximately 19 years and overall, my experience with their team and their services has been excellent. They continue to grow their systems and do so at affordable rates.
Pros: Salonbuilder allows users to create their own online presence in a very creative way, with a wide variety of customizable tools. It also allows for self-management of their website and other aspects of branding and marketing. I also find that working with the technology team at Salonbuilder is one of the best aspects of this company. They go to great lengths to accommodate their clients and provide customized attention.
Cons: There are aspects of the software that can be limiting, due to some of the constraints of working within certain templates. That said, however, the developers are continually updating and upgrading their software to increase its flexibility for the end user, and due to custom options, they have created many features that bypass the standard templates and which work for those who want to create a unique presence. The only other con is that some of the templates, photos, e-marketing features, etc., are somewhat still more salon-oriented, as opposed to the wider gamut of sub-categories within the salon/spa/wellness/health/fitness industries that Salonbuilder serves.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-16
Linda, you are one of our most valued and active members in SalonBuilder and it has been a pleasure getting your feedback and growing the system to accommodate your requests over the years.
As a custom design member you do have additional functionality not available with all the standard templates, however, with the new Responsive Designs just launched we have integrated a lot of new customization options. Using one of these designs you are able to change the name of your pages, customize accent colors and add video backgrounds to site pages. Plus they look and work great on mobile devices.
As always, you can upload your own photos (in your case spa focused imagery) which can be taken yourself or downloaded for a few dollars from a stock photo site. We do our best to provide imagery for everyone in the Beauty Industry and we will continue adding new spa photos in the coming months.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Damaris S.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Salonbuilder Review"
Comments: Great! I've been in business for a little over six years. I must say all my issues over the years Salonbuilder has been the only part of my business I never have to worry about. If I ever need help it gets taken care of immediately
Pros: I like that we have control of our website 24/7 and I can make changes at anytime. I was use to the old version and I struggle sometimes with the new version but I always figure it out
Cons: Everything about it is good. I'm not great at the computer so when they change something it takes me time to figure it out but thats ok
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Damaris, thank you for your review. It's wonderful to hear that SalonBuilder has been so reliable and effective for you. Hope you utilize the video tutorials if you ever get stuck with a tool that is different then it used to be.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Phil E.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-17
"SalonBuilder Satisfied Customer"
Comments:
I have been using SalonBuilder for close to 10 years now and I get solicitations all the time from other company’s and I have checked out a few and they do not compare to SalonBuilder and most I would be required to pay a web builder to make simple changes.
SalonBuilder is for me!
Pros: Support is the best. Rep has helped very time I had a question or needed a little help. I love the fact that I can add or delete features and choose what I want on my website myself.
Cons: The only thing I can say is the email blast are a little harder to navigate the mailchimp but it probably is because I haven’t used Salon Builder email that much. I’m pretty sure once I become more familiar with it that it will be a breeze.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Phil,
We are so glad you are so happy with SalonBuilder and the self editing tools that allow you to manage your website, online marketing and promotions.
The Email Marketing system has a lot to offer with customizable email templates, integration with special offers, staff, and services from your website, and drip campaigns as well as regular scheduled emails. If you need assistance with the system we have video tutorials available or call customer service and we can walk you through any spots you find difficult.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-17
Verified Reviewer
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"EXCELLENT SOFTWARE"
Pros: I have been with Salonbuilder for over 20years and they have stayed current on technology and very eager to assist me along the way. Customer service is excellent and they always are available to handle questions and problems if needed. (Although we have never needed them to for emergency’s ) WE have recommended them to professionals for years!
Cons: Nothing love my company and I will continue to stay faithful for years to come!
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Thanks for the review and your very long membership with SalonBuilder. You have seen us through many years, many software evolutions, and many new offerings. We are so glad we have been able to provide you with the resources you need to manage your business online and stay current with the needs of your industry.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Verified Reviewer
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
"Salon Builder is perfect for my small spa!"
Comments: I really like the way the website, social media interface and email work together to advertise my small spa. I can use my own logo, photos and am able to make changes easily.
Pros: I am able to edit, post to social media, change my website without delay. The scheduler is easy to use. I send a weekly message to all of my clients that includes special promos. Support is fantastic. I highly recommend Salon Builder.
Cons: Absolutely nothing! It's perfect for my needs.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Sounds like you are a very active member who utilizes all the great options and features available in SalonBuilder. Thanks for your rave review!
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-14
Monya W.
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Overall Rating4 /5
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Ease of Use4 /5
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Features & Functionality4 /5
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Customer Support Software4 /5
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Value for Money3 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
"Had it for years!"
Comments: I have had it for years, have not had any complaints; I just would like it to look and feel a bit more user friendly. I am not sure if it has an ability to upload videos, if not, I think this option should be added. I think that anyone that has had an account with SalonBuilder for over 5 years should get some additional perks like get a custom made website template at no charge or other little perks like that.
Pros: I most like the fact that I can do my own updates on my website, I personally don't like to rely on others to make updates to my website, so I like the ease of it. I would like to add webpages and name them what I want to; don't think this is offered. I also would like to upload my own images without having the Tech Support Team do it; some images can be uploaded, but some area's of the website the images have to be emailed to the Tech Support for them to add them.
Cons: It looks a little bit antiquated and outdated, it also in my option isn't very user friendly. It's a bit easy to work with but I think it could be a bit more user friendly.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
SalonBuilder is built for professionals like yourself that want to manage and make updates themselves instead of having to ask and wait for changes to be made. We are glad you are satisfied with that. There are some areas that we have our professional graphic artists help with so we can make sure the images fit and look great. We know how your online image is so important so this is offered free of charge.
Great news, all the new Responsive Designs in SalonBuilder now have the ability to have custom page names and video backgrounds. We do also offer great discounts for the custom design program for long time members.
We have put a lot of effort into making the tools in SalonBuilder easy to use and intuitive but we will take your feedback into account and try to find ways to make the user experience even better.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
Heather O.
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Overall Rating5 /5
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Ease of Use5 /5
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Features & Functionality5 /5
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Customer Support Software5 /5
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Value for Money5 /5
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15
"Salon Builder really cares!"
Comments: Awesome!
Pros: I've been a client of Salon Builder for 15 years. I have to say they've been awesome to work with! If I have an update or a question they are quick to respond. (No matter how many questions or emails I may send:). They are helpful with editing images and or video, just ask. The Salon Builder variety of templates to choose from is extensive. I've used several templates over the years and have always been happy. Salon Builder works diligently to keep up with the latest trends and technology, and are continuously making changes.
Cons: None! Anything I need help with is taken care of by the Salon Builder team.
Vendor Response
by E-laborative Technologies on 2019-05-21
Thank you for the rave review Heather. We value your membership and your new video background looks great on your site! Hope it really sets you apart from the competition.
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- Reviewed on 2019-05-15