Installation

Installed by a sisterlocks consultant  For Microlocs no expertise  needed

Time

Sisterlocks take 24 to 36 hours  Microlocs take 2-4 hours 

Cost

Sisterlocks can cost from $400-$1000  Microlocs can cost from $150-$400 

Maintainence

Sisterlocks require maintenance for 4-6 weeks   Microlocs require maintenance for 4-8 weeks   

Weight  

Sisterlocks are lighter in weight Microlocs are heavier in weight  

Damage 

Sisterlocks Poor maintenance can cause hair loss  Microlocs Can cause holes along the strand & breakage