Trisha N.
TN
Trisha N.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Tailored for Creatives"
4/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

I love the level of automation and that everything is central. Although I am still in the process of setting my systems up fully, I'm enjoying it already. It's the first CMS that truly targets creatives and our admin needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

It would be nice if it offered more brand customisation like fonts, primary and secondary colours etc. I also wish it had an option for clients to review their form responses or view them on one page as a final "edit" before submitting. A lot of them accidentally submit without being able to go back. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Alvin S.
AS
Alvin S.
Podcast Producer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"excellent UI and services"
2.5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

I think the best thing about using blue is the integration with invoices and projects. As someone who uses Bloom to run his small business, this kind of integration has saved me from needing to hire a bookkeeper. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

The price is not cheap and unless you have an established business already, the cost of bloom can negatively impact the growth of your business. I don’t see that bloom helps me grow my business as much as it helps me organize and maintain my existing clients and redirect new clients to the platform Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Gina R.
GR
Gina R.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"A 10-in-one (or more) software that replaces so many other subscriptions for your business!"
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

I hate having a million different softwares and interfaces to run my dashboard. With Bloom I am able to manage my clients, projects, appointments, invoices, contracts, workflows, galleries and so much more all in one place. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

I find it can sometimes be glitchy or not have small features that would seem to be standard in other software, but for the most part, the amazing aspects of the software outweigh any of the negatives and I am confident that the Bloom product team will get to those smaller features as time goes on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Tony F.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"They Have Come A Long Way"
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

When I first started with Bloom, it was just starting, and there were many missing features, like client galleries and storage. Well, fast forward to today, and you have the great company that it is now. Everything you get is well worth the price of admission. You get contracts, galleries, lead management, invoices and proposals, a website portfolio, and much more. I'm glad to be a part of the Bloom family. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

There aren't many things that I can say I dislike about Bloom. They have addressed all my issues with the software over the years. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Photography
UP
Verified User in Photography
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Bloom an application that does a lot well but not really great."
3.5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

I like how bloom is an all in one platform that integrates the entire workflow from one step to the next. This allows for automation and feedback from clients. I feel like I've barely touched the surface on what it can do. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

Maybe I missed it by a guided series broken up with highlights relevant to the person that would allow us to learn about the capabilities we're interested in.

Right now, I'm struggling with client galleries and wish to make multiple albums with different restrictions that could be provided to others in that workflow. It appears to be all or none. In the starter version,

I'm locked to only accepting three active workflows. This doesn't help me when I would also like to create a gallery that does not include a workflow to put up and share on my page. Is this possible? I'd like to do this so I can more easily share work with the models after a TFP session.

Also, after a gallery is archived, are people still able to access it to download files, etc?

I cannot find a centralized gallery page hosting all the galleries I've uploaded to date in a singular location. Am I overlooking it? The user interface isn't as intuitive and straightforward for someone who wants to come here and work and at times, I'm finding I'm fighting the process then being helped. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Martin M.
MM
Martin M.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Bloom Is a great Simple CRM for small business."
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

Bloom can capture leads, start the process of an inquiry, and email sequence. You can embed a messanger and call to action into your website. Set up a lead funnel. Instant booking and calendar integration for setting up calls. Sending invoices and contracts, collecting payments. Delivering Image galleries.

I have witnessed the growth and developments of this platform over the last 5 years. It's incredible how fast suggestions on new features are designed and implemented. It just keeps getting better and better. I highly recommend CRM. I saved a ton of money on multiple subscriptions to other programs that are all included in Bloom Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

I would like them to have more template options within the web site and gallery features. I want the branding options within the email, forms, and client portals to have more designed elements. It is a simple and clean design. print fulfillment would make it the perfect platfom. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Photography
UP
Verified User in Photography
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Bloom Has Helped Me Finish Workflows All the Way Through"
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

The most helpful aspect to Bloom is the project management section. Before, I didn't have a concrete flow to my work. For example, I'd finish projects and instead of sharing on them on socials they'd build up in my hard drive. Using Bloom, it helped me see where I'd cut my workflow short. Now I'm able to visually see what each step a project should be going through. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

I would like the invoices to reflect what the customer has already paid so when I resend they're able to see when and how they paid. I'm only able to see that on my end.

Another thing, when I first go to the bloom website, it never shows "login" - it only shows sign up. I have to press sign up for it to take me to the page. Logging in is always a little glitchy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Photography
UP
Verified User in Photography
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Exceptional Business Management and Organization with Bloom.io"
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

Bloom.io has been an absolute game-changer for my photography business. This platform's seamless organization and efficient business management tools have helped me thrive in my industry. I highly recommend Bloom.io to fellow photographers and business owners seeking success and growth.

Bloom.io's intuitive interface and comprehensive features make managing my business a breeze. Everything is easily handled within the platform, from client bookings to financial tracking. It has become my go-to tool for streamlining my workflow and ensuring no details slip through the cracks.

The standout feature for me is Bloom.io's exceptional client management capabilities. I can organize and track all client interactions, from inquiries to follow-ups. Client profiles, booking history, and personalized communication can all be managed in one place. This level of organization saves me time and enhances customer service.

The financial management tools provided by Bloom.io are also outstanding. I can generate professional invoices, track payments, and gain valuable insights into my business's financial health. It's a powerful tool for making informed decisions and identifying growth opportunities.

On top of everything, Bloom.io's customer support is top-notch. Their responsive and knowledgeable team is always ready to assist. Their dedication to ensuring a seamless user experience is truly commendable. Bloom's founder, Paul, is easily accessible and, more often than not, has answered questions I have had personally. This is customer service I don't get with other companies.

Bloom.io has transformed how I manage my photography business. It's user-friendly interface and comprehensive features make it a must-have tool for streamlining operations and achieving success. I highly recommend Bloom.io to any business owner looking for a powerful management solution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

I wish there were better/more website templates. Being able to host my business management and my website on the same service would greatly streamline my day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Nathan R.
NR
Nathan R.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Best Business Workspace For Small Business"
5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

Bloom is one of the best-designed small business platforms I have ever experienced. It allows me to create invoices and send them to my client quickly. The built-in workflows also allow me to keep track of all my current projects without getting overwhelmed. Also, the lead forms that you can build in Bloom make a huge difference. As soon as I put them on my website, I saw an actual increase in the leads that I got just because of how fast and easy the forms are to fill out. If you are a small business, this CRM is definitely worth taking a look at. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

Right now, there is no calling or texting functionality built into the app so you are limited to email for your main communication method. Other than that its a very solid application. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Pavels M.
PM
Pavels M.
Founder
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Best time-saving tool to create and send invoices, sign contracts for small marketing agencies."
4.5/5
What do you like best about Bloom?

It's very simple to create and send invoices for marketing agency clients every month. Saves lots of my time as an agency founder.

I can create and sign contracts with my agency clients online which makes all of this process so much faster. I can also keep track of each client, invoices paid, and open projects without manually doing anything. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Bloom?

Currently, I cannot send invoices to my clients in multiple currencies. If you choose dollars, all your invoices will be in dollars. Perhaps a feature to choose a currency for each client would be awesome. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.