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Pure Zen Holistics

Massage therapist · Albany, NY · reviewed since 2024

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 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%85+12.9Experts Score= 97Not 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.97SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 30 bodywork therapistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 41%
5.0 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · 6 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%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.
60%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Pure Zen Holistics at a glance

Google reviewers rate Pure Zen Holistics five stars based on forty-five reviews, noting the owner replies to sixty percent of feedback. Clients describe services including Swedish and deep tissue massages, citing effective relief for neck and shoulder pain. Recurring themes highlight the clean, calming environment, professional skill, fair pricing, and ease of booking appointments. No specific criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all listed reviews are five-star ratings.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 45 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (41 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 60% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
  • Service: Bodywork Therapist serving Albany, New York.

Data from Google, last updated November 10, 2026.

Score profile vs other bodywork therapists

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 satisfaction; weakest: value.

Satisfaction99Reliability99Craft & service–Value85Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 98)Reliability: 99 (median 98)Value: 85 (median 98)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Pure Zen HolisticsBodywork Therapists 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.Pure Zen Holistics: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
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.Pure Zen Holistics: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
99
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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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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.Pure Zen Holistics: 85/100 on this factor. Category median: 98.A
85
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.Pure Zen Holistics: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 65.–
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Star ratings

45 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars45100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 41 written reviews

  • Praise46100%
  • Complaints00%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price233%
  • Reasonable467%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend1839%
  • Staff & attitude1533%
  • Quality & results817%
  • Price & value49%
  • Communication12%

What customers talk about

We read 41 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Highly recommend to anyone who experiences chronic pain or if you’re just looking for a relaxing experience!”
  • “The facility is super clean, professional, and calming.”
  • “The skill there is unmatched and Ruby is extremely talented and thorough.”
  • “Overall amazing experience for a very reasonable price!”
  • “Ruby was super kind and communicative!”

People customers mention

  • Ruby 7 reviews

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

Recent reviews

William9 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★★★★★

Massage has been a key component of my overall wellness plan for years. Ruby is as good as it gets as a massage therapist. She is a true professional. Highly recommend.

bob9 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★★★★★

Fantastic massage. I had the swedish massage for one hour and it was just amazing. The price was fair for the work she did for me. I will return again and again. Terry

Reasonable price
emily5 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 woman at pure zen was very kind and welcoming. I scheduled a regular swedish massage and booked my mom for a deep tissue massage for her birthday. Both were excellent. Clean and peaceful environment. My neck pain I had been dealing with for a week disappeared!! Thanks again!!

Reasonable price
Addison3 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★★★★★

Had my first massage experience here and couldn't be happier with the results! A combination of desk job + new sleeping position during surgery recovery left my neck and shoulders completely locked up. Super tight, painful to move my head, etc. Within 30 mins Ruby got me all the way right again! The facility is…

Great price
Nabwia3 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★★★★★

This was exactly what I needed. I came in stressed and left feeling so peaceful. Her hands are magic! The room was quiet and she made me feel so comfortable. I’ll be coming back for sure😍

Najibullah4 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★

“The best massage I ever experienced was at Ruby Massage. Hope to see you again, Ruby. Thank you 🙏👍

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 45 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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William Hoblock9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews William has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Massage has been a key component of my overall wellness plan for years. Ruby is as good as it gets as a massage therapist. She is a true professional. Highly recommend.

bob debuilder9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews bob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Fantastic massage. I had the swedish massage for one hour and it was just amazing. The price was fair for the work she did for me. I will return again and again. Terry

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Alex Rivera perez2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excelente trabajo

  • Price assessment: Great price
emily hendricks5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews emily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The woman at pure zen was very kind and welcoming. I scheduled a regular swedish massage and booked my mom for a deep tissue massage for her birthday. Both were excellent. Clean and peaceful environment. My neck pain I had been dealing with for a week disappeared!! Thanks again!!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you so much for the kind review 🙌🌺🌺

Mdot2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mdot has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best massage in Albany hands down

Addison Fields3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Addison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had my first massage experience here and couldn't be happier with the results! A combination of desk job + new sleeping position during surgery recovery left my neck and shoulders completely locked up. Super tight, painful to move my head, etc. Within 30 mins Ruby got me all the way right again! The facility is super clean, professional, and calming. Will absolutely be coming back again the next time my muscles act up.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Im so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for the kind review🌺

Nabwia A3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nabwia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This was exactly what I needed. I came in stressed and left feeling so peaceful. Her hands are magic! The room was quiet and she made me feel so comfortable. I’ll be coming back for sure😍

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you soo much!!!

Najibullah Safi4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Najibullah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

“The best massage I ever experienced was at Ruby Massage. Hope to see you again, Ruby. Thank you 🙏👍

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much!!!!🌺

Omaish Lal2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Omaish has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Verry clean room feel very comfortable verry professional care

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you!!!

Kaitlyn Bates8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kaitlyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Ruby is amazing!! Well worth your time and money, Highly recommend.

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much!!!!🌺

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