SMS vs Email: Which Gets More Google Reviews?
We compared SMS and email for review requests. The results weren't even close.
Never miss a
Google review again
A simple text message after every job, asking your customers for a review. No platform, no learning curve—just steady Google reviews on autopilot.
Three steps. Five minutes. Reviews forever.
Getting started takes less time than making a cup of coffee.
Text Ricorda
After finishing a job, text us the customer's name, phone number, and what you did. That's it.
We Ask for Reviews
We text your customer asking if they'd leave a review. If they say yes, we help them write it using AI.
Watch Reviews Roll In
Your customer gets a link with their review pre-filled. One tap to post. We track it and thank them automatically.
Features
Easy for you. Easier for your customers.
Most review tools make it hard on your customers. Ricorda makes it easy. AI writes the review based on their feedback, and we pre-fill it in Google. They just tap to post.
Text when the job is done
No app to download. No platform to log into. Just text us the customer's details when you're finished.
AI helps them write it
Customers tell us what they liked. Our AI writes a personalized review. They approve and post.
Review is pre-filled
We send a link that opens Google with their review already written. One tap to submit.
No bloated platform. No features you don't need. Just a simple, smart system that turns happy customers into Google reviews automatically.
Automatic follow-ups
We send up to 2 friendly follow-ups if they don't respond. But stop immediately if they do.
Auto-thank & alerts
When they post a review, we thank them. If it's negative (1-3 stars), we alert you immediately.
WhatsApp support
Prefer WhatsApp? So do your customers. We support both SMS and WhatsApp messaging.
Who this is for
Built for small businesses who run their business from their phone
If you're tired of bloated platforms with features you'll never use, Ricorda is for you.
You work 1:1 with customers
You finish a job, shake hands, and move to the next one. You don't have time for software that requires training.
You rely on Google to grow
You know Google reviews drive business. But manually asking for reviews after every job? It never happens.
You don't need a "platform"
You don't want dashboards, reports, or integrations. You just want more Google reviews. That's it.
You text customers anyway
You already communicate with customers via text or WhatsApp. Why learn new software when you can just... text?
Perfect for
Any local service business that completes jobs
Contractors & trades
Plumbers, electricians, HVAC techs, landscapers.get reviews after every job without the awkward ask.
Salons & wellness
Hair stylists, spas, massage therapists.turn happy clients into glowing reviews automatically.
Health & dental
Dentists, chiropractors, optometrists.build trust before patients even walk through your door.
Auto & repair
Mechanics, body shops, detailers.let your quality work speak for itself online.
Professional services
Lawyers, accountants, consultants.grow your referral pipeline through reputation.
Home services
Cleaners, handymen, movers, pest control.build your reputation one job at a time.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
No contracts. No hidden fees. Cancel anytime.
Most popular
Core
For solo operators and small teams
$ 14.99
per month- 100 review requests / month
- SMS & WhatsApp support
- AI-assisted review writing
- 1 automatic follow-up
- Auto-thank & negative review alerts
- Google review tracking
PLACEHOLDER
Plus
For busier teams doing more jobs
$ 24.99
per month- 300 review requests / month
- Everything in Core
- 2 automatic follow-ups
- Owner SMS alerts for new reviews
Want to try Ricorda before signing up? No problem!
Why you can trust Ricorda
Cancel anytime
No contracts, no commitments. Cancel with one click from your dashboard.
Secure payments
All transactions are encrypted and processed securely through Stripe.
Privacy first
Your customer data stays private. We never share or sell your information.
CASL compliant
We follow Canadian anti-spam law with proper consent and opt-out handling.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Ricorda work?
Text us when you finish a job with the customer's name, phone, and what you did. We text them asking for a review. If they say yes, our AI helps them write it based on what they liked. We send them a link with the review pre-filled—they just tap to post.
Do I need to download an app?
Nope. You just text us from your regular phone. No app, no login, no dashboard. It works with iMessage, WhatsApp, or regular SMS—whatever you normally use.
What if my customer doesn't respond?
We send automatic follow-ups (1 on Starter, 2 on Growth). But if they reply or leave a review, we stop messaging immediately. No spam, ever.
How does the AI write the review?
Your customer tells us 2-3 things they liked (e.g., "fast service, fair price, cleaned up after"). Our AI turns that into a natural-sounding review. They can edit it before posting—most don't need to.
Do I need a Google Business Profile?
Yes.Ricorda links your customers directly to your Google Business Profile review page. If you don't have one yet, we'll help you set it up. It's free and takes just a few minutes.
What if I go over my monthly limit?
No problem! We charge $0.05 per additional review request on Starter, or $0.04 on Growth. You'll only pay for what you use, and we'll never cut you off mid-month.
Can I cancel anytime?
Absolutely. No contracts, no hidden fees, no cancellation penalties. Just text us "cancel" and you're done.
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