# Page 3 | Programa Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is Programa the right Architecture solution for you? Explore 73 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/248518/Programa/reviews --- Programa 4.8 (73) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of Programa ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-73 of 73 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use MN Melissa N. Founder Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "One of our favorite tools!" January 13, 2025 4.0 Customer service is fantastic and responsive, and the learning curve was quick and easy! We definitely recommend watching tutorial videos to save time as some things are simple but not always obvious and intuitive. Pros The clean, simple and easily customized interface. It allows us to set it up to suit our business model and processes, unlike most other software on the market that assumes all design businesses use the same model. Cons There are only a few tweaks we would like to see improved and some fields added. They don't hinder the performance, necessarily, but will increase how we are able to use Programa. First, the visibility of pricing information when sharing procurement info with the client. Second, the categories were clearly made for another country, based on their terminology and what interior designers are concerned with vs. architects or builders. Right now we can't customize the categories, which would really help for US businesses. Last, the speed of large schedules. We create multiple schedules for material categories instead of relying on sections in one large schedule. For a whole house, the volume of items slows down navigation too much to place them all in one schedule. This isn't too much of a problem except for the time it takes to share 12 schedules instead of one. Alternatives considered [DesignFiles](https://www.capterra.com/p/179202/DesignFiles/)[Fohlio](https://www.capterra.com/p/171752/Fohlio/)[Airtable](https://www.capterra.com/p/146652/Airtable/)[Materio](https://www.capterra.com/p/238666/Materio/)[Mydoma Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/155585/Mydoma-Studio/) Reason for choosing Programa The only clean, simple, customizable program we could find with a client portal Switched from [Airtable](https://www.capterra.com/p/146652/Airtable/)[Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/)[Google Sheets](https://www.capterra.com/p/169718/Google-Sheets/) We wanted a client portal to share information and that included client approvals. Review Source RS Rebecca S. lighting consultant Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Programa is wonderful!" October 26, 2025 5.0 Having no background in this field i thought it was going to be tricky to pick up but there is so much info that is so easy to take in and the customer support is so fast and helpful so if anything is an issue they have it sorted Pros Easy to use and learn the use of the program. Customer support is fast and extremely helpful with any issues that rarely arrise Cons managing and updating the library of items can sometimes be a bit finicky and frustrating but otherwise great! Review Source HB Harrison B. Interior Designer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Programa Review" January 10, 2025 5.0 It is user friendly, great for productivity and our business wouldn't run without it. Pros It is easy to use, has a lot of useful features that we take advantage of and is clean and professional in appearance. Cons Some minor features feel like they need a bit more work. Switched from [Pages](https://www.capterra.com/p/229116/Pages/) It seemed like it offered a lot and was a good all round platform that created more organisation and a good user and customer experience. Review Source KC Kristin C. Interior Designer and Owner Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "An Interior Designers Best Friend" October 23, 2025 5.0 Programa has saved me hours of back-end work with re-creating spreadsheets and product info for procurement. Pros I love how streamlined project management is, I can track multiple projects without re-creating spreadsheets. I also LOVE the schedules! Cons I haven't mastered the client sharing/portal portion yet but have been watching tutorials and sending myselft trials to ensure it shows the way I want for the client to view. Alternatives considered [Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) Reason for choosing Programa Better pricing and better user profiles. Review Source bR bridget R. Interior architectural designer Design Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Bridget Reading ID review" January 13, 2025 5.0 excellent, the software works well for us Pros It looks very professional, and the connection between the client and programa works well along with the scheduling Cons a couple of the glitches that took time to sort out. Review Source LB LaShondra B. Principal Interior Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "My clients LOVE it!" October 27, 2025 5.0 Pros The ease of use for myself and my clients. My clients can view their. Dashboards, which I have filled with products from multiple vendors. It's fantastic having everything in one place. Cons Lack of CRM integration and invoicing process. The lack of CRM integration adds time to the onboarding process and the invoicing step lacks an "approved/ready to order" status. This creates some confusion and again takes more time. Review Source TT Terian T. Owner and lead designer Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best project management software by a mile! " January 13, 2025 4.0 As a studio we really enjoy using Programa. We have tried so many project management programs over the years, both interior design specific and general business ones and this has been the best by far at helping to run the studio and projects smoothly. Pros It has helped our studio to be more organised and have everything in one place, from to do lists, to product lists. Also the help is so great if you have a problem. It feels like a really personal service. Cons That tasks aren't automatically put into date order for when they are due and you have to manually put them in order. Switched from [Mydoma Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/155585/Mydoma-Studio/) My doma was awful with project management and so expensive for not doing very much. Review Source RL Rome L. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best project management for design studio at this moment. " April 3, 2025 5.0 Pros The easy use and the layout of the software Cons The financial part of the software is still in development. Alternatives considered [Studio Designer](https://www.capterra.com/p/217839/Studio-Designer/) Reason for choosing Programa Price and easy of use. Programa offers a better schedules of products. Switched from [Mydoma Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/155585/Mydoma-Studio/) Invoicing in mydoma is not great, and it is very focused for online design. Review Source AK Abby K. Assistant Designer Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Improves Workflow and Easy to Navigate" January 12, 2025 5.0 Pros I enjoy how easy the software is to learn and use. We were able to seamlessly integrate Programa into our everyday work flow. It has greatly decreased the time we were using to source and procure items and allows for an intuitive upkeep of orders. Also, any issues or questions our team has had have been quickly addressed by a Programa support member. Cons Being that Programa is still relatively new, there are a few kinks that had to be worked out. But, even since joining less than a year ago, many improvements have already been made- like the ability to integrate with QuickBooks! Review Source AR Angie R. Interior Designer Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Can't live without Programa in my business." July 6, 2023 5.0 I love that Program is ever evolving and continuously improving. Requests and suggestions for upgrades and improvements are always received with open arms. The team working on the platform understand the process of an interior designer so the software is relevant and practical. There is always a prompt response from the help desk and nothing is ever too much trouble. Fantastic support and training tools. Always something new to learn and up skill in the way you use Programa. I have been here from the start and I am not going anywhere else. Pros \- Simple and easy to use- A live document so less chance of sharing an old schedule- Branded to my company and a professional way to present to my clients- A central place to store not only client related projects, but business projects and administration- The team and customer service is outstanding! Cons The only improvement I could mention is in the invoicing section. In the past it felt a little clunky to use, it may have been improved recently. I think from memory last time I didn't like when you pulled the items over from a Schedule it ended up out of sequence and no way to update the pricing of an item if the item ws changed after the invoice was generated. Reason for choosing Programa I love supporting an Australian based business. Review Source JM Janet M. Principal Interior Designer Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Why we love Programa" November 17, 2023 5.0 3 weeks in it's been a game changer and we have really only scratched the surface. I'm excited to see how efficient and professional we become over the next few months as we learn all of the functionality. Thank you for your product Programa, we are in love. Pros I thought we were running a pretty efficient operation until I came across Programa. To be honest I didn't really think we needed it as we were already doing everything that it does 'in house'. But I gave it a go and 3 weeks later it has already had a big impact in improving our efficiency and it's only going to get better. Cons It takes a little while to work out the best way to use the software but all good things take time and the support is amazing. It's really intuitive once you know where to click on things. Review Source ST Serena T. Founder & Design Director Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The software that has all in 1 to make every designer's life MUCH easier" June 27, 2023 5.0 The software is amazing, it's taken so much time consuming tasks away from me and specially for small business where I need to do most of the things, it allows me to work on more and other tasks since it makes the process so much easier. And the team at Programa are so helpful as well and they always reply SO QUICKLY! Nothing I've experienced with other softwares before Pros The feature I like the most is the scheduling. How schedules are made EASILY and now I actually enjoy making them! They always look clean , concise, and always up to date. The clipper is also a life saver that takes SOOO much time away from this time consuming task !! Cons The only thing I would like to see improved is being able to filter and export by filters on the schedule. There is another workaround it that they have showed me but it would be so much more seamless to have it integrated. Reason for choosing Programa I was convinced from day 1 of my free trial that this app would be the one that merges all together for me Switched from [Trello](https://www.capterra.com/p/211559/Trello/)[monday.com](https://www.capterra.com/p/147657/monday-com/)[Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) I made the switch being convinced from Day 1 of my free trial that this is THE software for me and my business. Review Source AS Aneta S. Owner and Principle Designer Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "All the tools you need in one program :) " August 2, 2022 5.0 I love the flexibility of the program and just how good it is at keeping your projects and time organized. Pros Local It's been built by people in the industry The team listen to designers and they make things happen It's everything you need in one place Keeps all projects organised - it's brilliant Programa just keeps getting better every time Cons The pinning tool sometimes doesn't want to pin I would love to see it in an app format (i believe this might be happening) Alternatives considered [Ivy](https://www.capterra.com/p/258086/Ivy/) Reason for choosing Programa I came across Programa at the start of my new career about the same time it launched. At the time I only really knew of Ivy though many designers were complaining about the new change over with Ivy so I stayed away and decided to pursue Programa. I wanted to support local and the team were great at listening to feedback and implementing. It has been a pleasure to watch it grow. Review Source RL Renee L. Interior Designer Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A Game-Changer for Interior Designers" June 27, 2023 5.0 We have recently had the pleasure of using Programa, an innovative interior design software, and I must say it has exceeded our expectations in every aspect. Programa has truly revolutionised the way we approach interior design projects, making the entire process seamless and enjoyable. Pros We especially appreciate Programa's client dashboard and streamlined documentation process, which has significantly improved efficiency and made collaboration a breeze.Whenever we have encountered any questions or issues while using Programa, the customer support team was quick to respond and provide helpful solutions. Their dedication to ensuring a smooth user experience reflects the company's commitment to customer satisfaction. Cons We are thoroughly impressed with Programa's exceptional responsiveness to our feedback and their unwavering commitment to continuously enhance the program. A notable example of their dedication is when we encountered minor issues with the pinboard view glitching; Programa promptly addressed this concern by swiftly implementing the necessary changes. Review Source JN Janine N. Principal Designer Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A real time saver and easy to learn." September 20, 2022 4.0 Programa allows me to keep on top of everything that I need to do, and when. The support I've received has been excellent. Pros Being able to see the status of all projects at once is very helpful. Having (almost everything) together helps me keep things under control and on top of my daily work activities. Cons A more integrated client portal would improve this software. Pinboards are somewhat clunky with image preparation taking more time than I would like, prior to adding it into Programa. Additional dropdown options in the contact section and less duplicity in adding contacts within a contact. Reason for choosing Programa Price, country of origin and ease of use. Review Source TC Tara C. Researcher's Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good tools to help anyone to promote their products and services to the market" February 4, 2023 5.0 The primary business problem that Programa is helping to solve is the issue of data desertification. It enables businesses to easily integrate their data sets across multiple sources with a single platform. The benefits of using Programa are numerous. It can drastically reduce the time it takes to construct data models since it is done through a single platform. Pros The most impactful features of Programa include the ability to customize agenda items, automatic agenda creation, and active collaboration between meeting participants. Yes, Programa is designed to be simple and intuitive and can be accessed from any device. Yes, Programa allows easy integration with existing business processes and tools, making it a hassle-free solution. Cons Some users have mentioned that they would like to see better reporting and analytics capabilities within Programa, as well as the ability to customize the platform to suit individual business needs. The main difficulty that users have encountered when using Programa is the limited customization options and lack of sophisticated reporting and analytics capabilities. Review Source BB Bronwyn B. Architectural & Interior Design Specifier Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Love Programa" September 20, 2022 4.0 Overall experience has been really great; it's changed how effiently I work with my architects and interior designers. I've only had one moment where I've been unsure about a changed feature, but \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\] came up with a solution and quick fix while new features are being worked on in the background. The program in general in sensational, I would love to see the rest of our A&D Reps within HNC use it as well. Pros x Ease of use; I had no issues picking up everything quickly + \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\] was always there to give me a hand. Her tutorials and assistance are invaluable. x Efficient specifying tools; the clipping tool is a game changer. x Overall format of schedules; everything looks really professional and is organised clearly. Cons x Lack of customisation to presentations/schedules i.e. company colours, size logo, etc. x Customisation of what is included i.e. pricing, notes, etc on shared and exported schedules. I would love to see more options or toggles for the exclusion of items. Review Source GT Gavin T. Studio Manager Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Interior Design/Architect Project Management" June 27, 2023 4.0 I've been keeping an eye on Programa since it first launched, and the growth and development has been great to see. I love where the software is heading and the really responsive customer support. Overall it has been quite smooth and I'm looking forward to seeing how the platform grows. Pros The customer service is fantastic and very responsive. The team is open to feedback and ideas and willing to make changes based on our experience.Being an Australian-developed product, they understand how our local industry operates and might differ from some overseas markets (though they do cater to these markets too). The recently released client dashboard and approvals features are good and makes the platform much more usable and well-rounded. Cons The invoicing feature needs development (but I know it's on the roadmap). The ability to pass on credit card transaction fees to customers is critical to make this usable for our business.I also find the Purchase Order process a little clunky.And lastly, I wish the UI was a bit bigger overall so its easier to see. Reason for choosing Programa I'm still working between multiple platforms. Review Source JM Joshua M. Director Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Game changer" June 27, 2023 5.0 Support from Programma has been fantastic, possibly the best we've had on any platform. Pros Scheduling has made our life infinitely easier. Creating new products is simple and the web clipper almost eliminates opportunity for errors. A huge time saver. Cons Would love direct integration with suppliers, with rep details automatically updating as they change roles/companies. Would also allow suppliers to log-in and directly provide pricing (eliminating double handling) for projects rather than replying to emails. Reason for choosing Programa Support from \[sensitive content hidden\], opportunity to test features and be involved in development. Review Source FW Fiona W. Studio Manager Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Programa review" August 1, 2022 5.0 The scheduling is fantastic. Clear and easy for trades to follow. Being able to attach documents/specs to each line item is a bonus. Boards are also a great way for the client to have a quick view of the selections Pros Easy to use, look, feel & functionality of the schedules Cons No procurement yet, this will be a game changer. Some functionality still needs work and there are still a few bugs that need attention Review Source Response from Programa March 15, 2023 Hi Fiona! Just letting you know Procurement, Invoicing & Purchase Orders are now live on Programa. MW Mishell W. Director Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Life Changing!" August 2, 2022 5.0 I think the app is EXCELLENT and highly recommend it to all designers. It has made us more efficient and it is such a comfort to know that everything is safely tucked away in one place on the cloud! I love the program Pros I like that it addresses so many studio issues in one app Cons I'm finding the Xero doesn't work the way I want so I'm not using this feature. I would really like to be able to incorporate a calendar so that we can properly plan studio wip (allowances for estimated time to be spent on each item incorporated with a calendar so we know when we're out of the office etc Reason for choosing Programa n/a Review Source NB Natalie B. Interior Designer Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Brilliant Program " May 15, 2023 5.0 Pros It is truly intuitive to learn and navigate, it has already made a HUGE difference in my business. My scheduling and specifying process time has been cut back by weeks! The wonderful online support is unbelievably fast. I’m telling as many designers about Programa as I can, I highly highly recommend. Cons No cons so far, only that I should have been using it much earlier Review Source RL Reynard L. Owner Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Everything You Need To Manage Design Projects" September 20, 2022 5.0 Pros Good design and ease of use. Great tool for scheduling with robust features, coupled with one of the best support staff who knows what they are doing. Cons Invoicing with Xero could be improved - it works, but the fee from payment processor (Stripe) is quite high. If paying by direct EFT, it's a headache for accounting as they need to reconcile all the fees. Alternatives considered [Ivy](https://www.capterra.com/p/258086/Ivy/)[Studio Designer](https://www.capterra.com/p/217839/Studio-Designer/)[Mydoma Studio](https://www.capterra.com/p/155585/Mydoma-Studio/) Review Source