# Tattoo Studio Pro vs Markd

The clearest difference is rating: Markd at 5.0 against Tattoo Studio Pro's 3.4. Markd also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). Tattoo Studio Pro's advantage is ratings volume (88 vs 3). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tattoo Studio Pro sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $29.00 per month. Markd asks for nothing beyond the download.

Markd holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tattoo Studio Pro has 88 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tattoo Studio Pro | Markd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (88 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tattoo-studio-pro/id1490817384/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/markd-tattoo-platform/id1542670925/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **88** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 48.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 100 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Zadie Studio, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1510223554) | [MARKD, INC.,](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542671347) |

## What reviewers say

### Tattoo Studio Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tattoo-studio-pro/id1490817384)

Streamline your tattoo studio operations with this all-in-one management app. Manage appointments, digital forms, client portfolios, and team collaboration. Boost revenue and cut no-shows with integrated payment processing and customizable reminders.

**Highlights:** Digital client forms, Appointment management, Portfolio showcase, Team collaboration, Automated reminders, Stripe POS integration, Financial tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SOLO Monthly | $29.00 | per month |
| FORMS Monthly | $39.99 | per month |
| PLUS Monthly | $49.99 | per month |
| CREW Montyly | $69.00 | per month |
| PRO Monthly | $69.99 | per month |
| TRIBE Monthly | $119.00 | per month |
| SOLO Yearly | $239.00 | per year |
| FORMS Yearly | $299.99 | per year |
| PLUS Yearly | $399.99 | per year |
| PRO Yearly | $499.99 | per year |
| CREW Yearly | $579.00 | per year |
| TRIBE Yearly | $990.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Saves time and money
- 👍 Looks professional
- 👍 Stores client data
- 👍 Sends appointment reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy and unreliable
- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 🐛 Constantly logs out
- 🐛 Error messages
- 🐛 Unusable after updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- App logs users out unexpectedly
- App shows error messages about incomplete fields or permissions
- App tells users they don't have a subscription when they do
- App won't let users access their queue

**Requested features**

- Ability to adjust prices on paperwork
- Easier search for previous clients
- Add 'emergency contact' section
- Way to select multiple clients to back up data
- Option to remove piercing option for tattoo-only studios


### Markd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/markd-tattoo-platform/id1542670925)

Streamline tattoo studio operations, boost revenue, and enhance customer experience with a comprehensive digital platform. Manage appointments, client records, marketing, payroll, and inventory all in one place.

**Highlights:** Contactless waivers, Client retention tools, Marketing automation, Appointment scheduling, Payroll management, Inventory tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tattoo Studio Pro free?

Tattoo Studio Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Markd free?

Markd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tattoo Studio Pro or Markd?

Markd is rated higher. Tattoo Studio Pro averages 3.4 out of 5 from 88 ratings, while Markd averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Tattoo Studio Pro or Markd have ads?

Neither Tattoo Studio Pro nor Markd shows ads.

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