Groupon has a rating of 1.6 stars from 5,268 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Groupon most frequently mention customer service, credit card, and fine print problems. Groupon ranks 283rd among Daily Deals sites.
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For exactly 120 for a couples massage was not reflected on my account. I contacted groupon and gave them the order number in question as well as screenshots of my confirmation email. Instead of inquiring on the issue they refunded a second groupon voucher I bought for a movie ticket in the amount of 26.45 when I paid 29.45 and skipped out on paying my 3 additional dollars. When I contacted them a third time, my email was blocked. I would have been fine calling and explain this issue but there is no customer service number. Beware of the bs. Groupon is sketchy.
We were so excited my husband was given this as a birthday gift…. The extra expenses have been ridiculous… extra $100 each to fly out from Brisbane… extra costs to sit together on flight… car hire for 3 days cause a very basic motel is not near city, beach, etc…. We were not honoured any of our three Friday and Saturday night options… had to fly out on a Thursday… taking away our income (haven't even gone and down $1060)… gosh I hope our bottom of the peeking order destination is worth it!
Like a lot of you, I had a terrible Groupon experience and I will NOT be using them again. My story, in short, is similar to another posted here. They sold over 4000 Groupons, only took appointments til early afternoon, mon-fri and they were booked solid til April.
Since there are so many of us who have had a bad experience (users and business owners alike) and they are all listed on a number of different sites across the internet, i decided to create a facebook page to compile all these Horror Stories in 1 place. The group is called Groupon Horror Stories. Check it out!
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I attempted to use my groupon bucks before the expiration date but the system inexplicably rejected my purchases repeatedly... customer service couldnt help and service escalation took days to try to resolve the problem. I asked for a guarantee that my Groupon bucks not expire while resolving the problem - best they could give was well try. Groupon bucks were not only eliminated from my account but they were taken before the expiration date. This company is unreliable and dishonest.
I was a loyal Ideel customer. "Was" being the operative word in that sentence. Now, my hard earned dollars are going to your competitors like Rue lala and Haute Look.
Fix the app. - your brand awareness is tanking and brand loyalty? Well, after looking at all the reviews on here, it's pretty safe to say you are destroying your business. Far be it from me to tell you Ideel folks how to run your business, but you must be missing the money I spent shopping with you- not to mention all the other disgruntled people here AND the future customers who stumble upon these reviews.
Good luck.
Beware when you purchase the multiple Duracell batteries deal, most if not all of the AAA batteries were DOA, you'll need to check them all within 14 days to get a refund... who does that? Same with nomorerack, dead. Save your money.
I wish my Girlfriend would stop buying deals from GroupOn! Arrggggg. We have had 4 'deals' in a row of utter disappointment, T&Cs that screw you, good sounding deals that deliver much much less than advertised, people simply not turning up to deliver the service. I can't wait for this whole idea to just disappear.
I had a terrible experience, Groupon sold a course that wasn't accredited as it was advertised, eventually after threatening legal action I got a refund 5 weeks later! And now I've been trying to get my account and personal information deleted but they keep ignoring my emails. Steer clear from Groupon...
They offered a deal on refurbished cell phones with free service from FreedomPop. It's been weeks and the order has not been fulfiled yet. The best answer I can get from their service department is:
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I'm so sorry for the trouble. Unfortunately, your order has been delayed and we don't currently have any updates on the expected delivery of your product. We are still working with the business to resolve these issues, but at this point we're unable to provide a time frame for the arrival of your shipment.
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I bought this as a gift for my teenage son. Why do these companies play with other people's money?
Ordered mystery buy one get one free glitter slip ons very cheaply made and sized I am a true 10 ordered 11 to be on safe side could not get foot in shoe and bottom of shoe came off need better quality control your name is on this product for the most part items I've ordered have been ok but this one was definitely a zonk!
I purchased a spider vein treatment through this site and when I went to the location, all the equipment was a bit out dated and barely saw results because of it. My friends have purchased other treatments like Botox and it doesn't look like they use enough product, stay away from wasting money here. Only good for restaurants, activities, massages and mani/ pedi kind of stuff,
Once upon a time Groupon was great! Products were good quality and delivery was quick! NOT anymore! I have been using groupon for 4 years. The quality of the products offered are pictured as top quality, but when products arrive I question if I received the right items. Delivery is a joke! They state shipping in 2 days from date of purchase. I am currently waiting for an item ordered on the 18th, with guaranteed shipping in 2 days. Took 11 days before the item shipped! I have contacted Groupon customer support several times without receiving an answer other than a tracking number, which when checked just states usps had received notice to expect the package.
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I purchased a ticket for an event that has been canceled amidst the COVID-19 social gathering restrictions that has affected us all. Groupon acknowledges that they rather keep your money during this time of need rather than return or credit your purchase in these current circumstances that is affecting the world. What a stand up way to show support to humanity. Your greed is real and my loyalty as a customer will remember this always.
Most of the sellers send a different item than what you ordered. Happened several times to me. Groupon will only refund a small portion of what you paid in the form of Groupon bucks meaning you then need to buy something else. I'm convinced that most of the positive reviews for clothing items from China are fake. Read all reviews. Groupon does not remove unethical sellers. I have also had problems redeeming Groupons for services and not been able to get my money back. The restaurant Groupons and attraction Groupons work well if it's somewhere you would go anyway. Otherwise do not buy! You are likely to be ripped off!
I've used them for a few different things, from Buffalo Wild Wings to custom calendars, and overall, they are really good. The selection isn't always as varied as I'd like, but they do have tons of cool local and online things for you to do, which is always nice, and the price is usually a lot better than you can get directly from the source.
Placed order for mixed traditional meats at £29.00 at last minute they confirmed delivery and when I looked at the order they had changed it to chicken box, instead of pork, steak, chicken and mince beef they were sending me chicken breasts chicken thighs and wings.
No comparison and you can't speak to them by phone to discuss the order.
Don't buy from this company
I wont waste my breath anymore than I had to today, on facebook and twitter. Groupon have officially gone down in my books. I waited two weeks and had not received as much as a dispatch email for a wine order from The Vineyard Club. I emailed the merchant and Groupon, no response for a few days until being told that my query was going to be passed to management and to wait another two weeks to get a reply, not event to receive confirmation that its on its way. I asked for a refund, and low and behold. No reply. They have robbed me of £33. Even after all of this, no reply. Avoid.
I buy of Groupon practically every day. I usually buy local deals like dining out in restaurants, bedding and gadgets. Any supplier who doesn't honour a purchase for whatever reason is refunded within a few days, after I contact Groupon via email. They have a very good customer services department, otherwise they wouldn't be in business for too long. Carol McFadden, Belfast
I've read some pretty awful reviews of Groupon, but my own experiences have always been really good. All vouchers I've bought have been from good companies and my partner and I have taken some pretty awesome trips for hardly any money (like a private executive chalet on an oceanfront resort, with fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, jacuzzi, hot tub, private deck, etc. for just over $60 a night). We've done a range of great activities thanks to Groupon, and any problems I've ever had have been solved by the customer service agents promptly, professionally, and respectfully. I've also been given unexpected refunds for experiences that have been less than good; I just wanted to let them know not to book with that company again and they went ahead and refunded my money. I don't dispute that people may have had bad experiences with Groupon, but I will say I'm definitely not one of them.
I have ordered from Ideeli numerous times, and after reading the complaints here cannot imagine that we are talking about the same website. This site has been a pleasure to order from: Ordering is easy, I find many things I like (at good prices), and they are very clear about whether something can or can not be returned (and all relevant policies) at the point of sale. The *one* time I had to return something beyond their 14-day limit, I believe I'd recleived the package while we were out of state on vacation for two weeks. I explained the situation, and that I did not like the purchase, and got a response authorizing a return. I was pleasantly surprised that they made this exception when they clearly did not have to. Also, I enjoy getting the free VIP shipping that they reward frequent buyers with. Having to accept credit on returns is no problem, as I know I will be buying from them again and again.
Purchased Delray Easy Care 6 Piece Cotton Sheet Set that was a good deal except for the fact that they only lasted a month! Customer service kept telling me about their 14 day return policy. How well a company stands by the products they sell tells you a lot about that company. Now I know and will not buy from them again!
Recently this company has been horrible to deal with. I have had two returns not credited to my account. Both times I had to call to initiate a return payment and told that "human error happens sometimes." I have had orders cancelled even though the item is still listed for sale on their website as well. It is almost impossible to speak to someone... everything is done through email... which is usually dealing with someone who is snippy in their replies. I won't be ordering from them again!
Hi K,
Thank so much for providing your feedback to us through SiteJabber. I'm so sorry to hear that you had some problems with your returns and orders. If you email us or visit our Live Chat one of the customer service agents will always be happy to check in with our returns team to find out why you weren't refunded and issue you refund if there was a delay or error in our fulfillment center. From time to time returns can be delayed if there is a higher than normal volume.
The reasons an order or item can be canceled, even though you may see the same item for sale at a later date, is because of an inventory issue with what was received from the manufacturer. Part of the reason we can offer such reasonable prices is because we don’t keep any inventory. Instead, we work directly with the manufacturers, who ship to us, and then we ship to you. Sometimes the manufacturer's don't provide the promised amount or they send items that are found to be damaged. You should always be placed on the wait list for this item so that if it does become available from that sale you'll be given a change to order it again. If you ever see anything in a new sale that you had previously ordered it's possible that the vendor offered us more of that item or it could be placed into the sale as an error and I'd ask you to reach out to customer service so we can find out why this item was in a sale and you weren't notified through the wait list.
If you have any issues that are unresolved at this time please feel free to send me a private message with the information and I'll be happy to help you resolve anything still outstanding. We value you as a member and thank you for shopping with us.
Best,
Jason Faria
Director, Customer Service
I bought a chiropractic visit and massage for 40 dollars. The I found half off horseback riding! Purchased! Not only do I find sweet deals, but groupon also gives me ideas and fun things to do that I wouldn't have thought about. A+ in my book.
I was sold two vouchers to businesses that were closed and not refunded. My husbands account was hacked into on their site. Customer survice is absolutely rude and even the businesses visit through them say they are awful to work with.
A seemingly convenient exaggeration of saving lures buys into convincing themselves they are saving more than they are. Expiration scams are rampant and groupon does not give refunds. Groupon is the shifty manager of a restaurant that offers you coupons on future visits after the chef wipes his butt with the toast on your $400 chicken sandwich. Customer service is outsourced to save them money where 3rd party call centers cannot refund your money.
Groupon offers the best deals on local restaurants and events, online deals and gadgets from other sites. I find myself checking groupon every few days for deals. So far I've purchased gift cards (at reduced rates), kitchen appliances, bedding and local culinary treats. OH and a booze cruise! Groupon is definitely the best.
Basically what I learned is that if a hair styist needs to list on Groupon, there's something wrong.
Lower prices are the hook but the service you get in return ends in going to someone else anyway.
It's a temporary fix, not a repeat good experience.
Groupon is the largest "daily deal" site, selling vouchers for discounted local experiences and services such as restaurants and spas, as well as travel packages, shopping, and a number of other items. Vouchers are purchased upfront and typically must be redeemed by a certain date, after which time Groupons expire. To businesses Groupon markets itself as a way to drive new customers. Groupon is a public company (NASDAQ: GRPN) and is based in Chicago, IL.
Hi Sonya,
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback on SiteJabber. We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with our site. We appreciate your kind words! If you ever have any questions or concerns, or if there is anything I can assist you with, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Best,
Jason Faria
Director, Customer Service