All Envision Salon & Spa Reviews
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Rose
Cosmetics, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed September 2020
Evolution!!!
I love Envision and love that it has all the reports we need to grow our business and team. I have recommended it to many salons
PROSI like That it is keeping up with the times! The intervention of customized apps, marketing... its a one stop shop for us.
CONSMiss the turn away list, and some workarounds for online booking.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
I liked the support being in Orlando.
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
We switched from Milano to envision installed version the conversation from installed to cloud was easy. Milano not so much but it ended up fine.
Heidi
Consumer Services, 11-50 employees
Used daily for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed September 2020
Good Software but needs some upgrades!
Customer service is excellent! They are easy to contact and really work hard to solve my issues right away and with a "smile"! They make the process as easy as is possible!
PROSWe had used the Desktop version of Envision cloud for close to 15 years and recently made the switch to the cloud version. Things I like: Closely resembles the desktop version so training was simply, Ease of booking appointments, online booking options, automatic confirmation/cancellation of appointments from guest side, Summit Salon reports and easy payroll reports.
CONSIt was very time consuming to set up the automated marketing, reminders etc. When an appointment is booked in person a confirmation email is NOT sent to the guest. ( Shouldn't this be a given with any cloud based appointment software?) Reports regarding online booking stats needs to be greatly improved (For unbooked appointments-Give more information on what services were being requested, what service provider, and at what time so the salon can adjust accordingly) Better long term automated email marketing is desperately needed as well as more emails per month without needing an additional subscription. Register drawer reports are confusing and it is too easy to have accidental multiple drawers open.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
It was an easier conversion from the desktop version than going with a new company.
katrina
Health, Wellness and Fitness, 2-10 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
1
EASE OF USE
1
VALUE FOR MONEY
1
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
1
FUNCTIONALITY
1
Reviewed March 2020
FALSE ADVERTISING
terrible. Been with them for DECADES and switched to envision go and it's been a mess.
PROSthe WORST program we have ever come across. False advertising misled us to many, many things and we were paying for the ultimate package (which by the way states it includes "priority support" but this is not existent. "marketing" is advertised as a feature with the package but they fail to tell you there are limits to text messaging and email. Appointment reminders fail to go out on a weekly basis. Has not been working for 1 month now. List could go on but hope this helps out other businesses - get details of your contract before signing!!
CONSnot exaggerating, almost everything. Not customizable, limited text messages can be sent out, can't choose your time the notifications are sent out either. poor customer service help. poor training. terrible report options.
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
False advertising and told it was better but complete opposite.
Vendor Response
We are sorry to hear that Envision Cloud was not the right fit for your company. We do everything we can to offer our users a great program with exceptional service. Your subscription did include unlimited phone and email support, plus 3 months of access to our on-boarding team and interactive training courses. Additionally, our Terms of Service outline our email marketing limits and provides details about the included SMS confirmation. We also offer an enhanced SMS service for those who would like to send custom messages on their own schedule. We have thousands of customers using both email and SMS services without interruption. We see that you have cancelled your account, but have asked us to extend your service on multiple occasions. We will continue to fulfill this request as needed.
Replied March 2020
Wendy
Consumer Services, 2-10 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed July 2022
Know your numbers
It’s been so good.
PROSEnvision cloud is so important to me in my business. It keeps track of ALL my numbers!! From income to inventory, it’s great! I love the guest reminders! I also love that my staff has access to their schedules and can book appointments from home at any time!
CONSThe new boulevard software has some amazing customer Experience marketing, covering all parts of the customer journey.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
Summit recommended
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
I wanted a more updated system. It’s what summit recommended
Annmarie
Cosmetics, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
3
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
3
Reviewed July 2022
Helpful tips to improve Envision
Customer service is excellent. Very quick to respond. Helpful in finding a resolution. User friendly program.
PROSThe program is easy to use and is quickly responsive.
CONSThe Mac version you have to hit control then right click on mouse. It's annoying. Also I would suggest that a notification would pop up if there is a double booking of apts. It did freeze when we had windows, that is why we transferred to a Mac.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
We already had regular program before switch to cloud.
April
Retail, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed July 2022
Envision is a well balanced system.
We’ve used it for years and we know we can rely on Envision. Overall it’s a well balanced and great program to use in any salon/spa.
PROSSummit reports and being cloud based. We can view or work from anywhere!
CONSThe free text feature with our plan only allows one text out. I think, since it’s over the internet, there should be no charge. Also, reports should be more customizable.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
We’ve always used it and we knew how to work with it. Loyalty!
Erin
Hospitality, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed August 2022
The best software for Salons!
I love that we are able to not only track our clients, but send out marketing e-mails, sms texting, reminders etc
CONSThere are still a lot of things that need to be added that would make our jobs a little easier, but they are constantly adding and updating things. We've used for 4 years and it continues to get better and easier with time.
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
Millenium wasn't good for the amount of clientle we have,
Sabrena
Cosmetics, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
3
Reviewed August 2022
Envision reviewing
Good
PROSEasy, quick response and lots of levels of use
CONSNeed more access to training for new team members
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
They were deceiving
Liseli
Medical Practice, 2-10 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
3
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
3
Reviewed September 2020
Medical Spa Softwear
As with any software there are things I would like to see change. However Envision has the best customer service around. They are easy to reach & is quick to resolve.
PROSI find Envision very user friendly. It has a nice design that is easy for everyone in the office to use.
CONSI would like to see easier email/SMS marketing. Our accounting department was not able to utilize the Quickbooks integration. The medical part of the software needs an overhaul, but for now it is usable.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
Ease of design.
Jessica
Cosmetics, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2023
Tspa
Pretty Positive once we switched over to cloud! Couple issues but all resolved
PROSEasy to train staff and students.
CONSonly thing is our errors that are easily resolved through chat
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
Franchise
Alicia
Education Management, 201-500 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
3
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
3
FUNCTIONALITY
3
Reviewed July 2021
Okay but not great
It's okay. It does what is absolutely needs to but does not offer much support/features for being great.
PROSI like the simplicity of the appointment calendar from an appointment-scheduler perspective. I also like the ease of setting up hours, location, confirmations, etc.
CONSUnable to customize the online booking site beyond colors. Not very useable for a school salon, only allows one appointment at any one time in terms of online booking - only manual bookings can override this. Also, customer service chat has very limited hours that do not accommodate our evening employees during their close-out if they have questions. Also, their email marketing only allows us to send. The client filters are beyond basic. And we cannot even see the campaign results. It is only an integration to their own send grid account. Also, the emails not used for the month do not rollover to the next.
Vendor Response
Thank you for your review, Alicia. We've listened to customer suggestions and enhanced our online booking to allow for multiple services to be booked online and included family booking. In addition to the campaign statistics summary report, you can now see what communications a client received in their client record. We release new updates each quarter to provide a better experience for our users. If you have any suggestions for our development team, please feel free to submit them on our community site. We appreciate you being a loyal customer!
Replied July 2021
Lynne
Consumer Services, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed July 2022
Will keep using
Schceduling, point of sale, payroll, inventory
PROSWe have used Envision for over 7 years and we most likely will continue to use it. Love that we have so much critical information for our business.
CONSThat I have to wait for an answer to a question and do it by email. I would rather just call and talk to someone on the phone.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
I don't remember its been so long
Reasons for switching to Envision Salon & Spa
Didn't like Mindbody
Rhea
Cosmetics, 2-10 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed September 2020
Envision has everything I need
I switched to Envision from desktop software and their team was great with helping me get everything moved over and setup how I wanted it. I really like having access to the salon's calendar on my phone. It's easy to book appointments for myself and the team. Appointment confirmations are automatically sent thru email and text, so that's helped reduce no-shows. Email marketing is included so we can send out promotions and updates to all of our clients, which was super helpful to update everyone during COVID. New features and updates come out regularly so I always have an up-to-date program! Great experience with Envision :)
PROSI love having access to the software from home, phone, etc. My staff can book their own appointments from the app, so they don't have to wait up front re-book clients or call the salon when they're out. Marketing and appointment confirmations are included. The daily dashboard gives a quick glance of how the day is going. Support team is always helpful.
CONSNothing comes to mind. I've been very happy.
Emanuel
Education Management, 501-1,000 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed May 2022
A Must Have in Salon & Spa Management
Overall, I feel this has been the best decision we made in a multi-functional POS, Inventory Management, and Scheduling system. We have used many systems in the past and Envision is by far the best we have used thus far.
PROSI love the ease we have with the multi use functions that cover all our needs in a POS system. We also love the support that is offered with live chats when trouble shooting. The ongoing training updates and tutorials are quite amazing and make a smooth process in training new employees.
CONSOne feature I would like to see added is the ability to print use of any Coupons on all receipts. Much like the discounts, we would like to track coupon use and have it visible on receipts for clients to see.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
As a Career college, we have multiple salons & spas nationwide, this system works the best to fit our needs.
Christy
Retail, 2-10 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
3
EASE OF USE
2
VALUE FOR MONEY
1
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
1
FUNCTIONALITY
2
Reviewed March 2020
User for 12 years & switched
If I paid for their website and their tech support package I was treated well. When I had to lower costs due to a financial hardship I immediately was just a number and realized I was only a dollar sign. The fact that I had been a client for 12 years no longer mattered!
PROSI used the desktop version for 12 years and the cloud version for 3 years. Desktop: I loved the reports Cloud: I loved the text appointment reminders
CONSDesktop: Lack of knowledge of the software by tech support Cloud: No IP protection at the lowest priced tier.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
When I was a client of Envision Software it was because of brand loyalty because they were endorsed by Redken and Summit Salon Business Center.
Michelle
Retail, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed September 2020
Perfect for our needs
We couldnt run our business without Envision!
PROSWe utilize this software for our Salon Company. The streamlining of the POS, calendar and reports is fabulous. Customer service has really stepped up their game and they also listen to the clients needs via a separate portal for community suggestions and chats. Overall it works really well for us
CONSMissing features are apparent in any software. However we try and keep up on the latest. We really need some security features to be widened.
Reason for choosing Envision Salon & Spa
Integrates with our Credit card processing and distributor recommendations
Bryan
Health, Wellness and Fitness, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed September 2020
Systems at your fingertips.
My overall experience has been great. The system has what I need for effective day to day operations and a vast array of data and tools for planning and marketing.
PROSThe Envision system encompasses every POS need for my company. There are vast amounts of functionality and data that help me day to day and when planning for the future. The system is complex but so are my needs. We are a fast growing company with 2 locations and more to come. Envision is able to adjust and grow with us.
CONSIn a 24/7 world I wish that there was easy to access 24/7 support.
Jeremy
Consumer Services, 2-10 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
1
EASE OF USE
1
VALUE FOR MONEY