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

San Diego Tattoo Company for color ink tattoos

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.27
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.85
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$100–150
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$114–$271
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 84/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Color ink 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.#9 / 16

All 27 Google reviews tagged “Color ink tattoos” · showing 20

Rod1 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★★★★★

David is a great artist and a better friend, I would recommend him to any and everyone for any style of tattoo.

Paid $200–250Color ink tattoos
Gerardo4 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★

Not sure if artist went to deep but it doesn’t look good. Charge me 100$ for just one letter smh

Paid $100–150Color ink tattoos
Madi4 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★★★★★

Mau is absolutely amazing! Made me very comfortable and relaxed! Cleanly and private space! Very quick and light handed! Walked right in, he drew up what I wanted and was ready to go from there! Thank you so much! Will be back again! <3

Paid $300–350Color ink tattoosTattoos
Emily2 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 was my first tattoo and I’m thoroughly impressed and happy with it! Vacation tattoo was a win no complaints did an amazing job it’s a week in and still looks amazing! Thank you so much!!! First picture is a week in. It was partially cartoon partially realistic. I can’t thank Erik enough for helping me to attain…

Paid $100–150Color ink tattoos
Andrew3 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★★★★★

Impulsively got this and do not regret it. Sake rolled into the shop on his scooter and finished this thing in like 10 minutes lol. I usually go to another shop in San Diego but SD Tattoo Co seems like a new normal for me. Much appreciated.

Paid $100–150Color ink tattoos
Miriam1 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★★★★★

Good experience

Paid $100–150Color ink tattoos
Tori1 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★★★★★

On vacation in San Diego, from Wyoming. Walked into San Diego tatto company, to get a memorial tattoo, they took care of all our details. My husband and I ended up getting 5 tattoos & a nose piercing. As a 52 year old I didn’t think it would look good. Danny (the piercer) made me feel confident & it turned out…

Paid $150–200TattoosTattoo designTattoo cover-ups & reworkings
Walker4 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 years ago★★★★★

I moved to California recently and I had my first tattoo done with Nick! Couldn't be happier the way it turned out! Will definitely be coming back for another in the near future! (State of Maine with a pacific wave and California palm tree)

Paid $150–200TattoosTattoo designColor ink tattoos
Elizabeth10 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 years ago★★★★★

I walked in and was helped right away! The artist drew up exactly what I wanted and did a fantastic job! I love m’y new tattoo.

Color ink tattoos
HazelLocal Guide · 31 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 years ago★★★★★

San Diego tattoo Company is a great place to get tattoos. I got my tattoo from Nick here. He gave me a great traditional tattoo piece. He really listened to all the input that I had and hook me up with a great deal. I would definitely recommend that you get your art done here.

Color ink tattoosEar piercing
Angela2 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 years ago★★★★★

The absolute best tattoo experience ever! Damon is very personable and has a gentle hand. And, I felt welcome there. He is meticulous, neat, and his station is well kept… I will definitely be back for my next 4 tatts! #breath

Color ink tattoos
Dominick2 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 years ago★★★★★

Great work, great artists, Nick touched up a couple tattoos for me and gave me some new ones, definitely would go back.

Color ink tattoosFine line tattoos
RLocal Guide · 253 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 3 years ago★★★★★

Cool tattoo shop. Nice tattoo artists. Came for walk ins with my friend for some little traditional styled fillers. Shout out to SOSAJAAKE for my traditional tattoo

Color ink tattoosFine line tattoosMemorial tattoos
Dawson2 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 years ago★★★★★

Jake did great work the piece turned out great. I will definitely be back, great environment great people. Definitely worth a visit.

Color ink tattoos
Emily2 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 years ago★★★★★

Thomas is great! Love it! I’ll definitely be back to add more to it and get an addition piece ! Everyone was kind and attentive. I was visiting from Sacramento.. had a lovely trip and wanted to take a memory home with me 💕 I was a welcomed walk in!

Color ink tattoos
Thomas3 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 years ago★★★★★

Came in for just a little finger tattoo of my wife’s initial and the boys knocked it out, cool atmosphere, good people!

Color ink tattoos
jackLocal 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. · 3 years ago★★★★★

Great experience with Damon, great environment fair prices and incredible quality. Highly recommend

Color ink tattoos
Shawn7 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 years ago★★★★★

Wonderful experience. Jake drew me a tattoo based on a character from my favorite book series and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.

Color ink tattoosMale tattoosTattoos
Breezy7 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 years ago★★★★★

Great service! Took me in as a walk-in, and very took in consideration of my ideas. Totally recommend.

Color ink tattoosFemale tattoos
JohnLocal Guide · 40 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 years ago★★★★★

Bug was recommended to me and he did a great job. He was very friendly, professional and made my tattoo look great. I will definitely go back to Bug for my tattoo's next time I'm in San Diego. Thanks again Bug.

Color ink tattoosTattoos

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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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