This was my first ever professional manicure so I can't compare. But it was a very pleasant moment. Don't expect the staff to be chatty - they aren't, but that's the way I like it so I dint mind at all. The lady was very smiling and kind.
And the Shellac itself is wonderful : I had the feeling I had fake nails ! The color was wonderful (I chose a Burgundy over a large range of colors).
Two weeks after, I'm still very happy ! The color is still intact (except for a small chip that cannot be seen unless you give it extra attention) so it is well worth the money !
The only thing is that you actually have to go back to the salon (or any one) to remove...
At the end of day, I'm very happy with my Shellac Manicure at this place.