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The Austin Photo Truck

Photography studio · Austin, TX · reviewed since 2019

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%100+58.7Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 100Not 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.100SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#59 of 201 photographersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 71%
5.0 ★★★★★ 174 Google reviews · 24 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.
2%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

The Austin Photo Truck at a glance

Google reviewers give The Austin Photo Truck a perfect 5.0 rating based on 174 reviews, highlighting its efficient headshot services. Customers frequently cite the photographer's punctuality, clear posing instructions, and competitive pricing as key benefits, noting that sessions often conclude in under fifteen minutes. Many mention feeling comfortable during the shoot, with photos delivered quickly after the appointment. No recurring criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are five-star.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 174 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 174 Google reviews (150 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 2% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Photographer serving Austin, Texas.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other photographers

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: satisfaction and craft & service; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction100Reliability99Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 100 (median 99)Reliability: 99 (median 99)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
The Austin Photo TruckPhotographers 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.The Austin Photo Truck: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
100
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.The Austin Photo Truck: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.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.The Austin Photo Truck: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.The Austin Photo Truck: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.The Austin Photo Truck: 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: 62.–
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Star ratings

174 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars174100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 150 written reviews

  • Praise28999%
  • Complaints41%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price788%
  • Reasonable113%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude7726%
  • Speed & response6924%
  • Would recommend6221%
  • Quality & results4816%
  • Price & value238%
  • Communication124%
  • Honesty & trust21%

What customers talk about

We read 150 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Quick, so professional, incredibly well priced and easy to schedule.”
  • “He was friendly, on time and clearly quite experienced.”
  • “We would recommend Chris' services to others (and we already have!”
    “I can't recommend Chris enough to anyone looking for a professional headshot!”
  • “I had such a great experience with Austin Photo Truck.”
  • “Bonus is the photos turned out great and his pricing is more than fair.”
  • “Chris is very easy to work with…the entire process was simple and professional.”
  • “I have facial nerve damage resulting in a particularly crooked face and smile due to a car wreck years ago and honestly was rather dreading the photo shoot.”

People customers mention

  • Chris 61 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired The Austin Photo Truck for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

DavidLocal Guide · 26 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 days ago★★★★★

Chris made the process of getting a new corporate headshot easy and fun. I could not have had a better experience and it was an excellent value.

Reasonable priceCorporate photography
JessicaLocal Guide · 42 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★★★★★

Quick, so professional, incredibly well priced and easy to schedule. 10/10 recommend.

Headshot photography
Jenny2 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★★★★★

Excellent photos! He was friendly, on time and clearly quite experienced. I have facial nerve damage resulting in a particularly crooked face and smile due to a car wreck years ago and honestly was rather dreading the photo shoot. He took his time and took lots of photos and gave me instruction on how to smile to…

Great priceHeadshots and portraits
Adrienne2 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★★★★★

We got headshots done for my son, and Chris was quick, friendly, and professional. The photos turned out great and the pricing is competitive in the area. We would recommend Chris' services to others (and we already have!). Thanks!

AndrésLocal Guide · 107 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Excellent service. Extremely kind and thoughtful. It is obvious he is a professional and loves what he does. Got my perfect headshot in less than 15 min.

McKenzie5 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Chris was so easy to work with. We booked him a few weeks out for a quick photoshoot at my office. He was quick, efficient and friendly. Bonus is the photos turned out great and his pricing is more than fair. Thank you again!

Corporate photography

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 174 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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David HarapLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Chris made the process of getting a new corporate headshot easy and fun. I could not have had a better experience and it was an excellent value.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Corporate photography
Response from the owner · 2 days ago

Thank you, David! Your headshot turned out excellent.

Jessica HaleLocal Guide · 42 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Quick, so professional, incredibly well priced and easy to schedule. 10/10 recommend.

  • Services: Headshot photography
Jenny Turner2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Excellent photos! He was friendly, on time and clearly quite experienced. I have facial nerve damage resulting in a particularly crooked face and smile due to a car wreck years ago and honestly was rather dreading the photo shoot. He took his time and took lots of photos and gave me instruction on how to smile to try and give me the best angle/expression possible. Then he used what must be high end(expensive), powerful software to make adjustments to help compensate for the crooked face/smile and uneven eye expression and then evened out my skin tone right in front of me and it looks completely natural. I wouldn’t use anyone else after this experience .

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Headshots and portraits
Adrienne Mayard2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Adrienne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We got headshots done for my son, and Chris was quick, friendly, and professional. The photos turned out great and the pricing is competitive in the area. We would recommend Chris' services to others (and we already have!). Thanks!

Andrés MunevarLocal Guide · 107 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrés has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Excellent service. Extremely kind and thoughtful. It is obvious he is a professional and loves what he does. Got my perfect headshot in less than 15 min.

McKenzie Loock5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews McKenzie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Chris was so easy to work with. We booked him a few weeks out for a quick photoshoot at my office. He was quick, efficient and friendly. Bonus is the photos turned out great and his pricing is more than fair. Thank you again!

  • Services: Corporate photography
Matthew Hernandez8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The Austin Photo truck is super cool and Chris is a great photographer! I hate having my picture taken but Chris makes the process really easy and comfortable. My headshots were better than expected and the experience was an overall confidence booster and I left feeling extremely satisfied. Thanks Chris :)

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Headshot photography
Dylan Hobbs10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dylan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I've shot with Chris twice now. Both times I've been amazed with my photos. Chris is so efficient with time and he is unique in his ability to direct you so he can get exactly what you asked for. Both sessions I was highly impressed with his professionalism. Most certainly will book with him again in the future. I highly recommend Chris and The Austin Photo Truck!

Jessica Jones4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jessica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Chris is a fantastic photographer. I highly recommend his photography services. My portraits are stunning. Having a professional headshot so masterfully done has given me the confidence boost I needed to pursue my career.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Toby Knapik7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Toby has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Chris is the man. He was on time, ready to go, and such a nice guy. He was operating out of his home, which of course, not knowing him, left me wondering whether it would be similar to a studio in process and presentation. It was BETTER. We shot in the back yard, and he had all the equipment that any professional would have. Let me tell you, he IS a professional. He's been doing this for many years, and his patience and expertise in the industry was unquestionable. Easily the best experience I've had, and I've known a few really great photographers. His pricing was more than reasonable, and he is genuine and well meaning. You're making a mistake if you sleep on this guy. Choose him, because I'll be recommending him every time, and relying on him anytime I need photography services ever again.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Headshot photography

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