Video production service · Detroit, MI · reviewed since 2013
iHow 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 59%96+56.3Reliability 26%96+25Value 15%95+14.5Experts Score= 96Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#103 of 143 video production companiesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 28%
5.0★★★★★110 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate M-1 Studios five out of five stars based on one hundred and ten reviews, with the owner responding to twenty-four percent of comments. Clients describe the video production services as professional and efficient, highlighting smooth communication, punctuality, and fair pricing. Recurring themes include the team's responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines for projects ranging from corporate videos to studio rentals. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all listed reviews are positive.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 110 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 110 Google reviews (96 with written comments, 2 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 24% of reviews.
Most recent review: June 26, 2026.
Service: Video Production Company serving Detroit, Michigan.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other video production companies
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach 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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: value.
This companyVideo Production Companies median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 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.M-1 Studios : Business Video Agency: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
96
ReliabilityiReliability · 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.M-1 Studios : Business Video Agency: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
96
Craft & serviceiCraft & 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.M-1 Studios : Business Video Agency: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueiValue · 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.M-1 Studios : Business Video Agency: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
MomentumiMomentum · 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.M-1 Studios : Business Video Agency: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 80.–
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Star ratings
110 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars10999%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star11%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 96 written reviews
99%praise
Praise13299%
Complaints11%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude5038%
Would recommend2821%
Speed & response1914%
Quality & results1612%
Communication1310%
Honesty & trust43%
Price & value32%
What customers talk about
We read 96 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“…ion of County Drain Commissioners (MACDC) in creating an engaging and professional video.…”
“I highly recommend checking these folks out if you're producing a video in the Detroit Metro area.”
“They were responsive, efficient, well versed in AI animation, and put together a fantastic product which, by all accounts, exceeded expectations.”
“We had a great experience working with this team on our training videos.”
“They were extremely easy to work with, very patient throughout the process, and always respectful of our timeline.”
“…ments delivering on time and on target they are responsive and having integrity…”
“You normally get to pick 2 of 3: quick turnaround, good quality, reasonable price.”
People customers mention
Eric7 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
BBrian10 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Absolutely thrilled with M-1 studios and the work they did for the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners (MACDC) in creating an engaging and professional video. They were responsive, efficient, well versed in AI animation, and put together a fantastic product which, by all accounts, exceeded…
DDanLocal Guide · 59 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Great space, great people. I highly recommend checking these folks out if you're producing a video in the Detroit Metro area. Very professional and detail oriented. It was perfect studio space for our media tour.
MMichael8 reviewsiTotal 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★★★★★
Very professional and accommodating. Expectations were met, and would use there facility again. The team there is very responsive and friendly, and made the experience extremely seamless and smooth.
TTiffany9 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
We had a great experience working with this team on our training videos. They were extremely easy to work with, very patient throughout the process, and always respectful of our timeline. Communication was smooth, and they made the entire project feel organized and stress-free. We’re very happy with the final result and would absolutely recommend them.
SSteven7 reviewsiTotal 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. · 8 months ago★★★★★
You normally get to pick 2 of 3: quick turnaround, good quality, reasonable price. You get all three with M-1. Excellent production company. Highly recommend.
MMatt1 reviewiTotal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★
I highly recommend M-1. I do commercial media publication work, and just before the New Year one of my top accounts needed a time-sensitive series of two executive portraits in this area. I reached out to Eric and the M-1 team, and every detail was handled for the Studio rental flawlessly and privately. Excellent…
Absolutely thrilled with M-1 studios and the work they did for the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners (MACDC) in creating an engaging and professional video. They were responsive, efficient, well versed in AI animation, and put together a fantastic product which, by all accounts, exceeded expectations. For an organization of elected officeholders to express broad approval, from members on both sides of the isle, that is an accomplishment! We are looking forward to working with them on other videos in the future!
Response from the owner · 4 months ago
Thank you for all your kind words Brian! It was a pleasure to be part of such an important aspect of our infrastructure.
You all are some unsung heroes working hard to help the community. It was a great project to use AI as an enhancement visual tool for telling your story. Keep up the great work, and we look forward to the next time around.
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Dan ValdesLocal Guide · 59 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great space, great people. I highly recommend checking these folks out if you're producing a video in the Detroit Metro area. Very professional and detail oriented. It was perfect studio space for our media tour.
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Michael Steinberg8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Very professional and accommodating. Expectations were met, and would use there facility again. The team there is very responsive and friendly, and made the experience extremely seamless and smooth.
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Brenda OldhamLocal Guide · 19 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brenda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a great experience working with this team on our training videos. They were extremely easy to work with, very patient throughout the process, and always respectful of our timeline. Communication was smooth, and they made the entire project feel organized and stress-free. We’re very happy with the final result and would absolutely recommend them.
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a lot to our team.
Training videos are about more than just content; they’re about clarity, confidence, and setting your people up to succeed. We’re grateful you trusted us with that responsibility. Hearing that the process felt organized, respectful of your timeline, and stress-free is just as important to us as the final result. We appreciate this development partnership together, and thank you again for the recommendation!
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Steven H7 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Steven has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
You normally get to pick 2 of 3: quick turnaround, good quality, reasonable price. You get all three with M-1. Excellent production company. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner · 8 months ago
Thank you Steven! We really enjoyed getting to make training videos for your team in multiple languages. Amazing to see how professional and efficient your team is.
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Matt Swafford (Swafford Imaging)1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I highly recommend M-1. I do commercial media publication work, and just before the New Year one of my top accounts needed a time-sensitive series of two executive portraits in this area. I reached out to Eric and the M-1 team, and every detail was handled for the Studio rental flawlessly and privately. Excellent preparation, smooth coordination, and outstanding service throughout.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you Matt for working with the M-1 team! It's working with pros like you that drive our passion for creating.
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Eric WinklerLocal Guide · 53 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
From the moment I stepped inside, I was impressed! The friendly people, relaxed atmosphere and very well & uniquely decorated rooms and offices told me the people here were born for this! They were very professional and I really can’t imagine going anywhere else.
Response from the owner · 9 months ago
Thank you Ryan, creating a professional yet relaxed atmosphere is a priority for us, as we believe the best creative work happens when clients feel at home. It is great to hear that our space and team made a strong impression!
