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Benton Square Salon & Spa

Beauty salon · Rolla, MO · reviewed since 2013

How 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 55%83+45.3Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%66+9.3Replies to reviews 7%5+0.4Craft & service penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#39 of 58 beauty salonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 33%
4.8 ★★★★★ 474 Google reviews · 23 photos
92%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.2%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
$68typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Benton Square Salon & Spa at a glance

Google reviewers rate Benton Square Salon & Spa 4.8 out of 5 based on 474 reviews. Positive feedback highlights professional hair styling, pedicures, facials, and eyebrow services, noting friendly staff, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling. Criticisms include isolated incidents of double billing, poor communication regarding service outcomes, and specific dissatisfaction with independent contractors. The owner has not replied to any customer reviews.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 474 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 474 Google reviews (385 with written comments, 51 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 24, 2026.
  • Service: Beauty Salon serving Rolla, Missouri.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other beauty salons

Score per factor (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 craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction83Reliability74Craft & service95Value66Momentum100Replies to reviews5Satisfaction: 83 (median 83)Reliability: 74 (median 80)Craft & service: 95 (median 95)Value: 66 (median 87)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 5 (median 45)
Benton Square Salon & SpaBeauty Salons median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
83
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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.B
74
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 66/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.B
66
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Benton Square Salon & Spa: 5/100 on this factor. Category median: 45.F
5

Bar = this company · dark tick = category median.

Star ratings

474 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars43892%
  • 4 stars153%
  • 3 stars41%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star143%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 385 written reviews

  • Praise35995%
  • Complaints185%

Price

What customers reported paying

$68-16% vs typical beauty salons

Middle half of what 100 customers paid ($45–$129) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude12734%
  • Quality & results12333%
  • Would recommend6718%
  • Price & value226%
  • Communication144%
  • Honesty & trust133%
  • Speed & response113%

What customers talk about

We read 385 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I was treated with professionalism and had exceptional services w Arianna at the salon.”
    “This was incredibly rude, unprofessional, and frankly, felt discriminatory.”
  • “Ashley's always cheerful and does a fantastic job styling my hair.”
    “It started with a pedicure appointment where the nail artist displayed a terrible attitude, almost as if I️ was inconveniencing her.”
  • “Highly recommend her for getting any of your hair needs.”
    “I would caution anyone with curly hair, and especially people of color, to avoid this salon.”
  • “We drove out a few hours to get my hair done and it was worth it!”
    “It's not worth it.”
  • “She took time to listen to my concerns, explained the process and made me feel extremely comfortable.”
  • “If you're looking for a stylist who is talented, personable, and genuinely cares about giving you exactly what you want, I can't recommend Jacob enough.”
  • “Having just relocated, there can be so much anxiety around having to find ALL the things—but Rachel immediately put me at ease.”

People customers mention

  • Jacob 29 reviews
  • Bart 14 reviews
  • Arianna 12 reviews
  • Casi 12 reviews
  • Ashley 10 reviews
  • Jamhella 10 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Benton Square Salon & Spa for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Angie2 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 days ago★★★★★

Megan Lammers did one outstanding job on my hair. I was a hot mess with a lot mistakes and she made it so stunning 👀🥰

Paid $180–200Shampoo & conditioningBlowoutsHairstyling
SueLocal Guide · 162 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. · Edited 5 days ago★★★★★

Very clean, safe, personal. And excellent Hair Stylist Bart. Rolla is so lucky to have a fine establishment!

Paid $20–40BlowoutsHaircut
KristaLocal Guide · 10 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★★★★★

Great haircuts, availability of appointments. Best place I've found, hasn't mattered who cut it!!! A+ Service

Paid $60–80Shampoo & conditioningHaircut
Thomas5 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. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

Ashley's always cheerful and does a fantastic job styling my hair. All the other employees greet you with a smile and make you feel comfortable.

Paid $20–40Shampoo & conditioningHaircutHairstyling
Grace4 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★★★★★

I got a balayage for my wedding and it was STUNNING. Rachel did such a fantastic job! Everyone was complimenting how beautiful the color looked. I know I’ll always be in good hands in Rachel’s chair!

Paid $140–160Balayage
JulieLocal Guide · 18 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★★★★★

Rachel was the absolute best! She literally took all the stress out of the salon experience. Having just relocated, there can be so much anxiety around having to find ALL the things—but Rachel immediately put me at ease. I was truly the most relaxed I have ever been during a hair appointment. If I could give her 10…

Paid $40–60Shampoo & conditioningHairstylingService not listed

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut142$30–$79
Hairstyling88$30–$76
Shampoo & conditioning83$56–$129
Blowouts26$41–$76
Balayage17$151–$371
Pedicure17$50–$81
Manicure13$50–$86
Acrylic nails8$63–$93

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 474 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Angie Smith2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Megan Lammers did one outstanding job on my hair. I was a hot mess with a lot mistakes and she made it so stunning 👀🥰

  • Price: $180–200
  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Blowouts, Hairstyling
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Well-kept
Sue GoodmanLocal Guide · 162 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sue has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very clean, safe, personal. And excellent Hair Stylist Bart. Rolla is so lucky to have a fine establishment!

  • Price: $20–40
  • Services: Blowouts, Haircut
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing, Traditional, Cozy
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Krista EschkeLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Krista has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great haircuts, availability of appointments. Best place I've found, hasn't mattered who cut it!!! A+ Service

  • Price: $60–80
  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Haircut
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Michelle Maasen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Do not go here! They will take your credit card information and double charge you! Horrible experience!

Brooklyn Fite1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Brooklyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Arianna did amazing! Always feel so confident after she does my eyebrows!

  • Services: Body waxing
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Emily4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Emily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I was treated with professionalism and had exceptional services w Arianna at the salon. She took time to listen to my concerns, explained the process and made me feel extremely comfortable. Mary was also very friendly and accommodating. 🤍

Thomas Ede5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Thomas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ashley's always cheerful and does a fantastic job styling my hair. All the other employees greet you with a smile and make you feel comfortable.

  • Price: $20–40
  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Haircut, Hairstyling
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Heidi Overstreet7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heidi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Arianna is amazing and talented! Highly recommend her for getting any of your hair needs. She’s truly an artist and highly skilled!

  • Services: Shampoo & conditioning, Hairstyling
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Grace Kruel4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Grace has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I got a balayage for my wedding and it was STUNNING. Rachel did such a fantastic job! Everyone was complimenting how beautiful the color looked. I know I’ll always be in good hands in Rachel’s chair!

  • Price: $140–160
  • Services: Balayage
  • Atmosphere: Relaxing, Cozy
  • Maintenance: Pristine
Tomi Havens2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tomi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My feet needed tender loving care and Amber did a great job making my feet soft and smooth along with some pretty gel polish. Thank you!

  • Services: Pedicure

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