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San Diego Tattoo Company 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 55%95+51.8Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%37+2.6Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

San Diego Tattoo Company

San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 4.9★ from 947 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other piercing studios (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.

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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 98% of piercing studios.A
98
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 97% of piercing studios.A
97
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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 100% of piercing studios.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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 37% of piercing studios.D
37

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Customers hired San Diego Tattoo Company for 8 kinds of job.

San Diego Tattoo Company for abstract tattoos

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.26
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.96
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$150–200
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$126–$310
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 94/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Abstract tattoos”: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.#2 / 6

All 26 Google reviews tagged “Abstract tattoos” · showing 20

Phyllis3 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★★★★★

Listened to what I wanted, gave several options, took his time added a lot of details, made sure to ask questions throughout the entire process to make sure I was getting exactly what I wanted. He made sure everything was clean during the entire ratio process, he changed gloves several times. It took about 2-2 1/2…

Paid $450–500Abstract tattoos
Aaron2 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 weeks ago★★★★★

What can I say, enjoyed sitting down for some ink with Akim. He has done my sleeve at another shop, and when I heard that he moved and I had an idea for my hand it looked as if I needed to take a trip. The work came out great! And definitely came out the way I wanted it. Akim is a great tattoo artist to work with,…

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Abstract tattoos
Z1 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Thanks for a very well visit will be coming back again, great shop and people!

Abstract tattoos
alex1 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. · a month ago★★★★★

Good service and good artwork. Really liked this piece as my first tattoo. Recommend 100% David did a good job

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Paid $400–450Abstract tattoos
Derek2 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★★★★★

David is easily one of the best tattoo artist in the area, sat down with me and drew it out and gave me a great price, I will for sure be coming back here again

Paid $350–400Abstract tattoos
Brayden2 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 would highly recommend going over here the price was great and the service was beyond amazing they showed great hospitality and were so friendly

Paid $150–200Abstract tattoos
Forde7 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’ve seen David twice, two years in a row now and he was wonderful each time! Extremely steady and gentle hand, I fell asleep both times. If you’re local or have time on your trip don’t hesitate to stop by.

Paid $150–200Abstract tattoos
Rigo3 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★★★★★

Meeting Mau and getting a tattoo from him was the best part of the 7 months I lived in San Diego. Would recommend him and this shop to everyone! Hope to see you again Mau!

Paid $300–350Abstract tattoos
Erick2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★

Reggie Was The Goat! Helped the Process Seem Easy and Really Left me Satisfied With The Complicated design I had Asked For. Truly a good time

Paid $100–150Abstract tattoos
Evangeline2 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Absolutely loved my experience! David’s attention to detail and dedication to customer satisfaction are unmatched. He made the whole process comfortable, fun, and stress free. The final piece came out exactly how I envisioned it. Thank you, David, you’re an incredible artist!

Paid $100–150Abstract tattoos
Madelene1 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

AMAZING WORK!! Very nice and friendly staff and head of shop. Greater with love and care and great conversation about my semicolon tattoo; Thank you <3

Paid $50–100Abstract tattoos
Meredith11 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. · 11 months ago★★★★★

kind and talented, would go back

Abstract tattoosEar piercing
Andrew2 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 year ago★★★★★

Stopped in San Diego Tattoo Co to watch Mom get a tattoo, then my wife got one so then I got this one, then convinced Dad to get one as well. David was great and made this one come out very nicely. Super pleased with it and the shop was great. Will definitely go back. Thanks David!

Paid $50–100Abstract tattoos
Javier4 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 year ago★★★★★

This place is great. They took care of my friend and I when they were close to closing. Overall experience 10000/10!

Paid $150–200Abstract tattoos
Naomi1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

Loved this place!! walked in and he helped me right away. the tattoo is amazing and can’t wait for another!

Abstract tattoos
Briana3 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 year ago★★★★★

I had such an amazing experience at San Diego Tattoo Company, everyone was so nice and my artist was so patient with getting the placement of my tattoo just right. It came out so beautifully and i’m so thankful that I went to this place <3

Paid $150–200Abstract tattoos
Catie6 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 year ago★★★★★

Amir was extremely professional and really nice. He did an amazing job. His talent and skill definitely stand out!

Paid $50–100Abstract tattoos
MarioLocal 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 year ago★★★★★

Great ink artist. Very professional and clean shop.

Paid $200–250Abstract tattoos
Himansh1 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. · a year ago★★★★★

This was my first tattoo ever and I was getting it on my forearm. I told Sake what I wanted and he made it happen. I can’t lie, I was being super picky about everything I wanted, I asked him to tweak small things about the drawing to make it how I wanted, and Sake was amazing about it. He was super patient with me…

Paid $500+Abstract tattoos
Megan5 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 year ago★★★★★

Erick is super cool to talk to and does incredible fine line work!

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Price

$119-5% vs typical piercing studios

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
Tattoos236$114–$277
Ear piercing132$62–$132
Piercings125$52–$96
Tattoo design90$119–$290
Fine line tattoos50$108–$170
Nose piercing47$52–$88
Color ink tattoos27$114–$271
Abstract tattoos26$126–$310

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