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Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%97+61.6Reliability 28%95+26.8Replies to reviews 8%66+5.4Experts Score= 94Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE

Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop

Takoma Park, MD · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #18Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 57 wedding hair stylists · 5.0★ from 388 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other wedding hair stylists (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than 97% of wedding hair stylists.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than 95% of wedding hair stylists.A
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than —% of wedding hair stylists.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than —% of wedding hair stylists.–
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than 100% of wedding hair stylists.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop is better than 66% of wedding hair stylists.B
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Customers hired Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop for 8 kinds of job.

Akim’s Empire Cuts & Braiding barber shop for shampoo & conditioning

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.58
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$40–60
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$50–$127
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 92/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Shampoo & conditioning”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#1 / 9

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Emma4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

I'm super happy with my haircut akim killed it is highly recommend everyone looking for a good barber and super clean barbershop smells good 👍 thanks akim I will definitely be back

Paid $20–40Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Kirubel7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Excellent barber I had a good experience he took care of me well I recommend everyone to come get haircut I absolutely loved it

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioning
mesembe5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Very professional and quick

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Aguh3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Best barber that I ever experienced with a solid cut in the DMV

Shampoo & conditioningHair threading
Meleine3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

The think with him that I liked the most was the fact that I asked him to free style and he understood the assignment. I’m very much satisfied with my results. I came with no idea in mind and I’m coming out fresh and beautiful. I know ginger is my color!!! I know you know too!! Thanks Akim!

Customer photo from Meleine's reviewCustomer photo from Meleine's review
Paid $100–120Shampoo & conditioningHaircutService not listed
Bravo10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Great cut, open late too. Clean

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioning
TaniaLocal Guide · 17 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

best barber in the DMV area and love the hospitality

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningPermsHaircut
Deco8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Wow the experience at the studio was amazing and great. The customer service and treatment was a top notch. Excellent job my forever Baber.

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Joe2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Great Haircut, brought me back to life after moving to a new state! Very welcoming and friendly environment. Thank you!!

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
leke2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

The service was 100% good i liked it please come to the location and enjoy the same service i did👍🏿💯

Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Seydou1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Great Barbershop If you need a haircut come here!

Paid $20–40Shampoo & conditioning
Shei5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

My sons hair cuts were great! The Kamikaze braids were fantastic for my second son! Plus the herbal drinks sold @ the shop were delicious! Especially the ginger drinks!

Paid $200+Shampoo & conditioningBraidsHaircut
Sulaiman10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Best barber in the area very nice and clean. I absolutely recommend people to go there.

Paid $20–40Shampoo & conditioningBraids
Kesha4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Greatest in town, top notch tier service, politeness at first, customer service at is best. If you are not here, you have to rethink. Akim takes his time and deliver the work beyond expectation. 200/100 and this is the last stop for all your barber needs in the whole DMV👌🏽

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHair threadingHaircut
Elodie1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Good service I will definitely come back

Paid $120–140Shampoo & conditioningHairstyling
Hussai2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Akim's Empire is the best saloon to visit,and a great customer service.

Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Rosine5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Mr. Akim knows what he does. He is professional. I like the haircut he did for me. Thanks again Sir.

Paid $80–100Shampoo & conditioningHaircutHairstyling
Ousmane1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Nice barber shop ,good service i recommande

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHairstyling
Ousmane2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Super

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHairstyling
Abu1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Their service was top notch and I highly recommend them. I will definitely go back ,I found my go to barbershop

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHaircut

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Price

$48-59% vs typical wedding hair stylists

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut131$45–$91
Shampoo & conditioning58$50–$127
Hair threading21—
Braids17$83–$246
Hairstyling11$58–$136
Blowouts8$50–$97
Dreadlocks7—
Massage5—

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