What is the cheapest review management software for small business?

ReviewSimple is the cheapest professional review management software at only $19.99/month. This is 93% cheaper than Birdeye ($299/month) and 92% cheaper than Podium ($249/month). You save $279/month compared to Birdeye ($3,348/year savings) and $229/month compared to Podium ($2,748/year savings). ReviewSimple includes QR codes for free (competitors don't offer this), smart routing to prevent bad reviews, email automation, and a 14-day free trial with no contracts.

How does ReviewSimple work?

ReviewSimple automatically sends email requests to your customers after service. They click to rate their experience. 5-star ratings go to Google for public reviews. Lower ratings become private feedback to you, preventing bad public reviews. You can also generate QR codes for in-person review collection.

What is the smart rating filter?

The smart rating filter routes customer feedback based on their rating. 5-star ratings are directed to Google for public reviews. Ratings below 5 stars become private feedback sent only to you, allowing you to address issues before they become public negative reviews. This protects your online reputation.

How many reviews will I get per month?

Most businesses get 5-10 new reviews per month using ReviewSimple. Industry average response rate is 15-20%, which means if you send 50 email requests per month, 8-10 will respond, and 6-8 will leave public 5-star reviews. This is 4x more effective than asking manually.

Is smart routing legal?

Yes, smart routing is 100% legal. It is NOT review gating. Review gating means BLOCKING negative reviews — which is prohibited by Google and the FTC. Smart routing simply OFFERS unhappy customers a private feedback option FIRST. They can still leave a public Google review anytime they want. ReviewSimple follows all FTC guidelines, Google policies, and TCPA regulations.

How do hair salons get more Google reviews?

The most effective way for salons to get reviews is automated email requests sent after appointments. ReviewSimple sends personalized emails with a direct link to your Google review page, making it effortless for happy clients to leave reviews.

What is the best review software for salons and spas?

ReviewSimple is the most affordable review software for beauty businesses at $19.99/month. It includes automated email review requests, smart routing to protect your rating, and works for hair salons, barber shops, spas, nail salons, med spas, and all beauty businesses.

Why are online reviews important for salons?

82% of consumers choose their salon based on online reviews. With over 1 million salons in the US, reviews are the primary way potential clients decide where to book. A higher star rating and more reviews directly leads to more bookings.

How many reviews should a salon have on Google?

Top-performing salons typically have 50-300+ Google reviews with a 4.5+ star rating. More reviews build trust and improve your ranking in 'salon near me' searches. ReviewSimple helps salons add 5-15 new reviews per month.

Is it awkward to ask clients for reviews?

Yes, asking at checkout can feel awkward for both stylists and clients. That's why automated email requests work so well - the email goes out after the appointment when the client is home enjoying their new look, not when they're at the register.

Beauty & Personal Care

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Your clients leave looking amazing. Help them share that experience. ReviewSimple sends automated review requests that make it easy for happy clients to leave 5-star reviews.

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82%

of people choose their salon based on online reviews

Source: Podium Beauty Industry Report

Sound Familiar?

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Clients Love Their Look But Don't Review

They post a selfie on Instagram, tell their friends, maybe even hug you. But leave a Google review? They forget by the time they get home.

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Competing with Every Corner Salon

There are 1 million+ salons in America. When someone searches "hair salon near me," reviews are the tiebreaker.

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Asking at Checkout Feels Awkward

"Can you leave us a review?" while they're swiping their card? Uncomfortable for everyone. There's a better way.

How ReviewSimple Works for Salons

Get your first review within hours, not weeks.

Client Gets Their Service

Haircut, color, facial, manicure, massage - whatever makes them feel amazing.

They Get a Friendly Email

"Hi [Name], hope you're loving your new look! Would you mind leaving us a quick review?" with a direct link to rate.

Smart Routing Protects Your Rating

Happy clients go straight to Google. Anyone less satisfied gives you private feedback first.

82%

choose salon based on reviews

1M+

salons in America competing for clients

5-9%

revenue increase per star rating

5-15

new reviews per month on average

Beauty Businesses We Help

If you make people look and feel beautiful, ReviewSimple is for you.

Hair SalonsBarber ShopsDay SpasNail SalonsMassage TherapyMed SpasLash StudiosBrow StudiosTattoo ShopsEstheticiansMicrobladingTanning SalonsWaxing StudiosMakeup ArtistsHair Extensions

ReviewSimple vs. The Big Guys

Feature	ReviewSimple	Birdeye	Podium
Monthly Price	$19.99	$299+	$249+
Automated Email Requests
Smart Rating Filter
No Annual Contract		✗	✗
Annual Cost	$240	$3,588+	$2,988+

Save $3,000+/year with the same core features your salon actually needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do salons get more Google reviews?

The most effective method is automated email requests sent after the appointment - when clients are home admiring their new look. ReviewSimple handles this automatically.

What's the best review software for beauty businesses?

ReviewSimple is built specifically for local beauty businesses at $19.99/month - a fraction of enterprise tools like Birdeye ($299+) or Podium ($249+).

Will my clients find it annoying?

Not at all. We send one friendly email after their appointment. Most clients are happy to help - they just needed a reminder and an easy link.

How quickly will I see results?

Most salons get their first new review within 24 hours. Over a typical month, expect 5-15 new reviews depending on your appointment volume.

What if a client had a bad experience?

Our smart routing catches them first. Clients rate their experience before being directed anywhere - 5-stars go to Google, lower ratings become private feedback to you.

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