Mindbody

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Health & Wellness Business Management Software

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Ease of Use
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Via Laine
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

awesome software to fulfill your needs!

Reviewed on 2024-06-15

Overall, I love how this software helps me and our company on our needs.

Overall, I love how this software helps me and our company on our needs.

Pros

finding about beauty needs can all see in this software. It is easy to use, can customize, and consists a lot of great features.

Cons

I’m just disappointed on its customer services. it takes a long time to take action.

Michelle
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

Great for a larger company

Reviewed on 2024-01-30

Support was great and very patient. Not meant for a single therapist to run. Would be better for a...

Support was great and very patient. Not meant for a single therapist to run. Would be better for a bigger company.

Pros

Booking was easy after the initial set up was figured out.

Cons

Designed to set up your individual business. Just a lot to learn and many different alternatives to run your business.

Jennifer
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

MindBody - Incompetent and Greedy

Reviewed on 2024-10-09

MindBody operates with defective information, illegal rules and horrendous support. Their customer...

MindBody operates with defective information, illegal rules and horrendous support. Their customer support is poor and inconsistent. Multiple service employees who spoke to us never had the same answer. I purchased the license and merchant account in 2012, and always paid the fees through my bank account. They refused to send the 2012 contract. I know the license and merchant account contract states I am the purchaser and owner. However, they dod not consider me the owner; they told me my employee who was hired in 2018 was the owner and was the only one who could make requests or changes. In preparing to close down the business, MindBody insisted she was the owner even though she was on her way out. This is outrageous and illegal. In addition, last quarter, MIndBody forced our clients to switch to the new app even though many did not want to handle their sign ups and payment on the app. Poor way to treat my customers; we get the blowback for MindBody decisions. They finally now recognize that I am the owner when I want to cancel the contract as studio is closing. MindBody makes cancellation of the license and merchant account almost impossible and outright improper. Here is a recent example. We were told that we would have 90 days after the termination of the contract to download our information. Now, they are claiming that we have only 24 hours to download all of the information. Some information such as liability waivers had to be obtained on each client separately. We have over 800 waivers. Their solution is that we pay them $500 to download the information and send it to us. Extortion! This is only a few examples of how bad poorly MindBody has treated us. Their only concern is to squeeze as much money out of the business. They could care less that the studio is closing down. This is an incompetent, immoral and greedy company. Stay away from them and find a different software.

Pros

In the last 3 years, there is nothing I would recommend with MindBody especially with all the different platforms available today

Cons

Poor and improper customer service to my studio and my clients. Inconsistent and totally incorrect information. We have called multiple times in the last two months, and we get different answers every time. MindBody’s modus of operandus is to protect themselves and their money stream. The customer does not matter.

Alternatives Considered

DanceStudio-Pro

Reasons for Switching to Mindbody

Studio abruptly had to be closed down.
Carolyne
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

One of the best but highly priced

Reviewed on 2024-09-17

was really excited at signing up to Mindbody and used every resource they offered me. After a year...

was really excited at signing up to Mindbody and used every resource they offered me. After a year it was becoming costly. I could only put my own clients through and a few integrations didn't work. For a high-priced product - and they are the best they would be a good 1 stop shop for many. My own situation, it was too expensive for the features on offer.

Pros

Mindbody is feature-rich and takes away so many headaches with a booking system, payment system and holding client data. It freed up my time daily.

Cons

The price. They specialise in gyms, salons and studio classes, all of which must be small businesses but the price doesn't reflect that at nearly £100 a month on the smallest package

Paul
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  • Industry: Sports
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Mindbody - very powerful payment processing

Reviewed on 2024-10-25

Have been using Mindbody continuously over the past decade as the payment processing system for our...

Have been using Mindbody continuously over the past decade as the payment processing system for our business.

Pros

From the end user standpoint, very easy to click links and pay

Cons

Doesn't always fit exactly what we are looking for with ease of use to enter our training sessions. The credit system isn't always the easiest for end users to understand, and thus for us to use.

Alternatives Considered

StatStak

Reasons for Switching to Mindbody

We have been using both in some capacity.
Phillipe
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Terrible product w/ terrible customer service

Reviewed on 2023-11-30

It couldn’t be worse and I feel trapped because moving 1,100 customers to a new product is close to...

It couldn’t be worse and I feel trapped because moving 1,100 customers to a new product is close to impossible.

Pros

There is one guy, [sensitive content hidden] that works for MBO who’s helpful. Everyone else at MindBody has no idea how to operate or provide guidance on their own product

Cons

I’ve used MBO for years and it is the bane of our existence. Monthly memento based Martial Arts and Fitness gyms are in dire need of a better product.

Alternatives Considered

Zen Planner

Reasons for Choosing Mindbody

I was sold a fake bag of goods. That is correct, MBO lies about their product.

Switched From

ASF Payment Solutions

Reasons for Switching to Mindbody

The reviews online are managed by MBO making their online reputation far better looking than it sounds be.
Rebecca
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  • Industry: Performing Arts
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

A good system that did not work as well for Canadian clients

Reviewed on 2023-10-23

Pros

Customer service was very good. We were able to easily put in our schedules and see the overall picture of our enrollment structure. Tracking clients was well done.

Cons

Mindbody at the time of our usage did not allow for online registration for clients, payment systems for Canadians not the ability for our clients to have a portal into their accounts to make changes and access information. It was very rudementary in its design. As such we changed systems entirely for ease of business.

Bri
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  • Industry: Alternative Medicine
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Worst software , DO NOT recommend

Reviewed on 2023-10-21

Incredible waste of time, energy and money for me and clients. Unbelievably frustrating and...

Incredible waste of time, energy and money for me and clients. Unbelievably frustrating and exhausting.

Pros

Nothing, I wish I could go back in time and reverse ever using them. Over charging, no refunds, billing without consent, no receipts

Cons

Hours and days of being on hold. Endless glitches with no solution Charges for no reason with no receipt

Alternatives Considered

Jane

Reasons for Choosing Mindbody

Amazing customer service Excellent seamless software No hidden fees No extra charges without consent Local and relevant customer service No wait times

Switched From

Jane

Reasons for Switching to Mindbody

The sales rep was very good and extremely misleading.
Justine
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 4.0 /10

Robust functionality, software has issues

Reviewed on 2024-10-21

My overall experience was not great. Software has issues and add-on services have MAJOR issues....

My overall experience was not great. Software has issues and add-on services have MAJOR issues. After years of trying to get customer service to remedy issues with add-ons and no resolutions I finally dropped all those services and eventually wound up getting a 3rd party partner to provide the services I needed.

Pros

The core software has robust functionality, however the system is complex and not intuitive. I spent 6 years working in the software so I had learned over time how to accomplish what I needed to.

Cons

The system has a lot of issues and bugs. You will frequently run into issues where payment processing is not working. The core software functions okay, but the major issues lie in the add-on services like MessengerAI, Branded App, and Marketing Suite. I've tried all of these add-on services only to find that they don't function as promised.

Evelin
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 6.0 /10

There are better, cheaper alternatives..

Reviewed on 2024-10-14

I have now moved away from using Mindbody as a booking platform - found cheaper, and more user...

I have now moved away from using Mindbody as a booking platform - found cheaper, and more user friendly alternatives.

Pros

Easy scheduling and visibility of class availability for customers, relatively easy use for studio staff.

Cons

Quite pricey for functionality. Multiple logins required for multiple studios. Frustrating limitations for custom reports.

Kathleen
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

Stay away from MindBody Online

Reviewed on 2024-08-01

While the software design is lovely. Everything about the company, getting your own data from the...

While the software design is lovely. Everything about the company, getting your own data from the company, how they run, and how they operate are absolutely horrendous and unethical.

Pros

I appreciate client accounts and organizational setup

Cons

Their lack of ethics, stealing from their clients by advertising their own products to your client base, the u reliability of the app and scheduler, the unreliability of payment processing, the additional fees from payment processing, the costs, the customer service, gaslighting customers and [sensitive content hidden] to avoid taking responsibility for their failures, etc

Rafaela
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  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 0.0 /10

A Warning about Mindbody's Services

Reviewed on 2024-02-06

A Disastrous Experience with Mindbody. I strongly caution against engaging with Mindbody for your...

A Disastrous Experience with Mindbody. I strongly caution against engaging with Mindbody for your business needs.

Pros

I strongly caution against engaging with Mindbody for your business needs. The support provided by this company is shockingly inadequate and will leave you stranded when you need assistance the most. When seeking software solutions for your company, robust and reliable support is crucial – an aspect that Mindbody sorely lacks.

The system itself is plagued with numerous flaws that will inevitably disrupt your day-to-day operations. Any initial support you receive during the demo or sales phase is misleading, as it rapidly deteriorates once you've committed to their services. Mindbody's choice to hire overseas support staff results in poor communication and a distinct lack of understanding of their own system.

Attempting to obtain assistance becomes a frustrating endeavor. The overseas support team often puts you on hold while they familiarize themselves with the system's issues before attempting to provide an explanation. Presently, the company fails to provide adequate training and support for the team responsible for assisting you, leaving them seemingly lost. Attempts to escalate the issue and speak with someone senior go unanswered, leaving customers waiting for hours.

Unfortunately, after committing to an annual contract, you'll realize that you've invested considerable time and energy in inputting all your data into a system that proves to be unreliable. Transitioning to an alternative software solution and retraining your team becomes a daunting task, consuming a significant amount of time and effort.

As a busy entrepreneur, I find it impractical to dedicate the time needed to decipher the convoluted information on their website or endure the lackluster customer service. I strongly advise exploring alternative options for your business software needs, as Mindbody may prove to be more trouble than it's worth.

Cons

I strongly caution against engaging with Mindbody for your business needs.

Daphne
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Using Mindbody at New York Pilates

Reviewed on 2024-06-17

They are not the most inexpensive booking platform out there, but all my staff are very familiar...

They are not the most inexpensive booking platform out there, but all my staff are very familiar with using the app which is really helpful.
I believe that they are currently very good value for money. I see other studios switching over to cheaper alternatives, and have been hearing horror stories after they've changed.
I prefer to keep calm waters and continue using Mindbody. It does everything I need and the customer service is totally worth it.

Pros

GREAT customer service. Whenever I have a problem, I can call and the problem is usually sorted out straight away.

Cons

I've been with them since 2008, and in the last 4-5 years the price went up considerably. They offered me a deal to re-sign and I was very happy with it!

Response from Mindbody

Thanks for your review, Daphne! We're so grateful to have you as a customer.

Anessa
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Amazing system

Reviewed on 2024-06-14

Great system overall. Best of all the other scheduling systems

Great system overall. Best of all the other scheduling systems

Pros

Easiest to use compared to other scheduling systmes

Cons

the least i like about the system is that it is a bit pricy

Alternatives Considered

WellnessLiving

Reasons for Switching to Mindbody

Easy to purchase, schedule, and navigate

Response from Mindbody

Thanks, Anessa. We're delighted that you've found our platform to be so helpful and easy to use!

Marc
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  • Industry: Internet
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

An Essential Tool for Wellness Professionals

Reviewed on 2024-06-20

Overall, my experience with Mindbody has been overwhelmingly positive. It has greatly reduced the...

Overall, my experience with Mindbody has been overwhelmingly positive. It has greatly reduced the administrative burden, allowing me to focus more on my clients. Despite a few minor drawbacks, it's a highly recommended tool for wellness professionals looking to enhance their business operations.

Pros

I love the user-friendly interface, the streamlined scheduling, and the seamless integration with other platforms like Zoom and Shopify

Cons

The mobile business app lacks some features, making it difficult to manage all aspects of my business on the go.

Trae
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Mindbody pros and cons

Reviewed on 2024-09-20

Mindbody has been a huge part of all gyms I have worked at with many positives but speed of...

Mindbody has been a huge part of all gyms I have worked at with many positives but speed of completing tasks is frustrating

Pros

Flexible client scheduling, calendar, employee management

Cons

No dark mode, updates break some features, slow ui and updating

Sheila
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: Self Employed
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 1.0 /10

You get one stop shopping

Reviewed on 2023-10-25

Now that sone other softwares are starting to track package usage, they will need to stay ahead of...

Now that sone other softwares are starting to track package usage, they will need to stay ahead of the race or they may loose me. There is a limit that , when they will have priced themselves out of consideration.

Pros

MINDBODY has been the only booking software I have used. I left briefly and boy was I surprised. I know they are the most expensive but I was able to cancel other contracts that I used and put that money towards MINDBODY. Their system is the easiest to understand, work with, set up and use. Visibly easy to follow directions and very intuitive.

Cons

The price. When I started with MINDBODY, I had many benefits with my subscription. As the years have passed, they took away all of the benefits except the extreme basics and moved them into the higher priced subscriptions. I held off as long as I could before finally going to the higher subscriptions. They have done an excellent job in developing marketing, emails or texts. As a massage therapist I am not technically savvy so I welcome, not having to get other vendors to help market, manage my online presence.

Ron
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Mindbody or not

Reviewed on 2024-02-26

I really liked it in the beginning but I grew less enamored by it as time went on

I really liked it in the beginning but I grew less enamored by it as time went on

Pros

Pretty comprehensive interface you can get up and running pretty quickly. Allows you to see your schedule.

Cons

Always raising the price. And sometimes the tech support was not there to help me

John
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  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

The standard in fitness scheduling programs

Reviewed on 2024-10-02

Used it daily for all fitness scheduling and purchases

Used it daily for all fitness scheduling and purchases

Pros

Easily navigatable and easy to make changes

Cons

No issues at all with MindBody, it was my favorite of the scheduling programs ive used

Trish
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  • Industry: Entertainment
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

Difficult to Use but Necessary

Reviewed on 2023-12-11

It is a necessary part of the business but never worked well and has always been a software that...

It is a necessary part of the business but never worked well and has always been a software that we've tried to leave and find a better suited software for our business. My franchisees had constant complaints and often things just don't work correctly and it's difficult to get help or figure out why.

Pros

Fairly easy to use the email functions and member communications functions. I was able to teach myself or use help topics to figure out how to do most things.

Cons

Reporting is not easy to use or to find. The system has multiple limitations and is not user friendly. There is no "shopping cart" experience where I could resell or cross sell. Customer service is a nightmare.

Laura
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  • Industry: Entertainment
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Never grew to love it

Reviewed on 2024-02-16

It was a fine enough experience. I was however in support of seeking out other booking systems that...

It was a fine enough experience. I was however in support of seeking out other booking systems that could sustain both class sign-in and appointment bookings.

Pros

I used this product mainly to sign people into class and occasionally to book people in for a treatment. I appreciate that Mindbody offer the opportunity to do both and allow for therapists to run their practice out of the studio. I cannot comment on the quality of charting options available.

Cons

I have used this platform for 8 years and I have never grown to love it. It frequently glitches. It isn't the most user-friendly. The last time I used it, they were trying to implement a new UI to sign people into classes. Instead of presenting an inviting, easier format, it's just incredibly annoying and counter-intuitive. Turning the prompt down once doesn't work; every time I log back into my account I have to click on a small button to use the old version.

Although I don't know the cost, I have heard from many that it is very expensive for what it is you're getting.

Jessica
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  • Industry: Medical Practice
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Mindbody Staff

Reviewed on 2024-05-07

Pros

Easy to use and easy to change things. Also schedule online is easy.

Cons

There are 5 different ways to do the same thing.

Natalie
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  • Industry: Sports
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great product that makes life easier!

Reviewed on 2023-08-23

10/10 would recommend.

10/10 would recommend.

Pros

I love the ability to print and send off monthly reports. It makes it easy from an accounting perspective. Clients love it as well to book into classes, cancel classes, or looking at the schedule.

Cons

Yes, it's a bit on the pricier side, but costs less than an accountant and I get the data I need. The ease makes it worth it.

John
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  • Industry: Sports
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Great Software for Client Management!

Reviewed on 2024-11-11

My company switched from Mindbody to another software and I enjoyed using Mindbody much more

My company switched from Mindbody to another software and I enjoyed using Mindbody much more

Pros

Schedule reminders would notify me frequently, often when I had completely forgot

Cons

Client management needed more options for communication

mylissa
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  • Industry: Apparel & Fashion
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

top of the line

Reviewed on 2024-03-08

The most efficient booking website. Customer Service was super helpful, quick and precise.. Let’s...

The most efficient booking website. Customer Service was super helpful, quick and precise.. Let’s not forget express booking, truly the icing on the cake.

Pros

This has been a life saver when it comes to booking !!!! Super easy to use

Cons

This is one software dont believe has any cons