Comparison

Primp and Blow vs Mason Pro

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Primp and Blow

Easily book and manage your hair appointments at any location. Discover nearby salons, view your appointment history, and access exclusive offers and reminders. Get ready for a pampering experience with expert stylists.

Highlights
  • Effortless appointment booking
  • Manage appointments (view/cancel)
  • Find nearest salon locations
  • Access exclusive offers and promotions
  • Receive appointment reminders
Features
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Get “Confidence to Go” with the all-new Primp and Blow app! Our refreshed app design offers a faster, easier way to book and manage appointments at any Primp and Blow location. Whether you need a quick touch-up or a full blowout, our expert stylists are ready to give you the signature Primp and Blow experience. Key Features: * Effortless Booking: Schedule appointments in seconds with our intuitive booking system. * Manage Appointments: Easily view or cancel your appointments, and see your past appointment history. * Location Finder: Find the nearest Primp and Blow salon, even when you're traveling. * Exclusive Offers: Unlock future perks and special promotions available only through the app. * Notifications: Receive reminders for your appointments and updates on exclusive offers (via email or SMS). Spend 30 minutes with one of our expert stylists, enjoy a refreshing beverage, and take a little personal time to pamper yourself. Download the Primp and Blow app now and take your confidence to another level.

About

Mason Pro

This app provides precise temperature control for your HVAC system, reducing energy usage and operating costs. It offers remote monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, and one-touch appointment booking for prompt service from your local HVAC company.

Highlights
  • Remote monitoring
  • Predictive maintenance alerts
  • One-touch appointment booking
  • Real-time system monitoring
  • Diagnostic tools
  • System health alerts
Features
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Reduce the Cost of Ownership Mason Pro can reduce your HVAC system’s operating costs. It provides precise temperature control, reducing energy usage. This smart thermostat app also ensures you get the services you need when you need them. It incorporates the following innovative features: • Remote monitoring • Predictive maintenance alerts • One-touch appointment booking • Service at the touch of a button A crisp LCD screen ensures all functions are easy to find and use. Is your home not comfortable or are energy costs going up? Use the onscreen service request feature to get prompt assistance from your local HVAC company. Get the Most Out of Your Climate Control System The Mason Pro app lets you control and monitor temperature, fan speed, and other functions via the main control panel or a smartphone. The future of home comfort and on-demand service, it delivers benefits including: • Smart Notifications: Receive instant notifications on changes in system performance so you can be proactive with maintenance. • Real-Time Monitoring: By monitoring the health of your HVAC system, Mason Pro can provide predictive maintenance alerts, which can prevent downtime and increase equipment lifespan. • Service Alerts: Receive notifications of service reminders, membership renewals, and more. Even receive custom messages from your HVAC provider. • Diagnostic Tools: An overview of system health and air quality are available at the touch of a button, at no extra cost. • System Health and Air Quality Alerts: If a problem with your climate control system or an indoor air quality issue is detected, you and your service provider will be automatically notified. Quick and Simple Installation The convenience of a Mason Pro thermostat begins even before you start using it. Swapping out an old unit is simple. A technician removes the old thermostat, mounts the new one, and connects the wiring. They’ll even help you set up the app. The new model’s settings are adjusted to meet your climate control requirements. It provides an instant response so you experience immediate comfort. Settings from the old thermostat instantly transfer over using the serial numbers of both units, so the process is fast, simple, and convenient. Forge an Instant Connection with Your HVAC Provider The Mason Pro thermostat and app display your HVAC company’s logo onscreen. Their help is available at the touch of a button, so you can put your trust and confidence in a local contractor. It’s not just a modern thermostat. Mason Pro is a direct link between you and your AC/heating services provider. Be a Part of the NuveNetwork Nuve has partnered with local HVAC companies so you benefit from new services and smart technologies. Real-time access to your system allows contractors to quickly diagnose and resolve system issues. This can result in fewer emergency calls and in-home visits, so you can save time and money. Get Started Today Getting a Mason Pro thermostat and app is easy. Once you’re ready, a representative will contact you and schedule an appointment. Visit the App Store or contact your HVAC dealer to learn more.

Screenshots

Primp and Blow4 screens
Mason Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Primp and Blow at fortnightly against Mason Pro's every 3 months. Primp and Blow also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 2). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Primp and Blow against 5.0 for Mason Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Primp and Blow has 1.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Primp and Blow ships an update fortnightly, Mason Pro every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Primp and Blow versus Mason Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrimp and BlowMason Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better2
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB61 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPrimp and BlowNuve Home

Customer experience

Primp and Blow

All ratings959 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.8%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Mason Pro

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Primp and Blow

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Calendar events not syncing correctly
  • Login/password issues after app updates
  • Inability to save preferred location
  • Appointment booking errors

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow selection of preferred stylist when booking
  • Improve calendar integration and event management
  • Provide direct contact information for app support
  • Add option to save preferred location
  • Integrate additional services (e.g., head massage, hot tools)

Mason Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Primp and Blow

No in-app purchases

None

Mason Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Primp and Blow free?
Primp and Blow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mason Pro free?
Mason Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Primp and Blow or Mason Pro?
Mason Pro is rated higher. Primp and Blow averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Mason Pro averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Primp and Blow or Mason Pro have ads?
Neither Primp and Blow nor Mason Pro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Primp and Blow or Mason Pro?
Primp and Blow ships an update fortnightly, and Mason Pro every 3 months. Most recently, Primp and Blow was updated on November 1, 2026 and Mason Pro on October 11, 2026.

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