HoneyBook

HoneyBook is the best.

Comments: I love this program. I'm not sure if there is anything really like it on the market and I don't care to look. This program has everything I need to keep up with the day to day in my business.

Pros:

I love this program. This is great for photographers and event planners. Likely could be good for another business as well, but as an event planner this program allows me to get inquiries, navigate them through the pipeline stage of booking, invoice clients and send contracts, process payments and build task management and automations all in one place. This program does so much, and connects to QuickBooks which is a huge bonus for me.

Cons:

There isn't really much about the program that I dislike. I don't like that the automations now have two types of files (legacy and templates). They are basically the same and it really makes no sense to me why they exist separately, but it doesn't impede on using the software. Also, the reporting is good but it doesn't really make sense as it's not as functional as I'd like. You can't look at a report in the program, you have to download every time, but, I make due with what's available.

Great for basic client tracking and proposals. Slowest for payment deposits.

Comments: I use the super basic functions of the platform. I am aware of the other great tools it offers - my business just can't afford the pro costs. I am on my fourth year using HB and still trying to figure out how to use some of the features.

Pros:

I purchased Honeybook primarily to keep my client details in a single location while gaining the ability to send proposals and invoices for the clean, professional touch. This area is very easy to use without having to hire a pro.

Cons:

To use all the features of CRM, you need to hire a pro who can set you back at least $2k. Also, the payment deposits are the slowest on the market - days! If you use Square, you get the deposit the next day - same for all other CRMs. If you receive a payment on a Wednesday, for example, you won't get that deposit until at least Monday.

Time Management made easy!

Pros:

I like the consistent updates and the ability to collaborate with peers.

Cons:

I wish it was easier to integrate with other software.

Honey Could Be Sweeter

Comments: It's good for the user that wants everytning in one place and doesnt need to customize much. It has potential and room to contend with others down the road.

Pros:

Simple at times and easy to navigate once you get used to things.

Cons:

Customization was very limitrd. Not being able to add a designed invoice was a deal breaker for me.

Arranges financial claims workflow, documented records, standardized forms

Pros:

HoneyBook ensures credibility for all parties involved in the invoice. It enables us to create digital invoice forms and link them to customer records and email with ease. I liked its ability to track the invoice from sending to payment, as it documents all of that in the records with date and time efficiently.

Cons:

There are not many negatives to HoneyBook, all the tools are easy to use, records are always up to date, notifications are excellent and all transactions are documented efficiently.