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EconomyBookings

3.5

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EconomyBookings Reviews Summary

EconomyBookings receives mixed feedback, with notable strengths in the professionalism and efficiency of some rental partners, contributing to positive customer experiences. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious concerns regarding transparency, poor communication, and unresponsive customer service. Customers frequently report issues with booking confirmations, unclear cancellation policies, and difficulties in obtaining refunds, leading to frustration and financial loss. Overall, while there are isolated instances of satisfactory service, the overarching sentiment suggests a need for improved clarity in terms and conditions, as well as a more responsive customer support approach.

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service
831
value
793
shipping
476
returns
615
quality
683
This company responds to reviews on average within 29 days

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Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Worst company ever!
February 21, 2021

The worst company in the world! They out sourced my car rental to a disaster company called Usave. They proceeded to give my car away 1 hr after my flight landed. I had no idea a company could give a rental car away in such a short window. You have to take 15 buses to even reach this crooked company. Will never do business with any car rental company other than the reputable companies. NIGHTMARE

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi Craig,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please send us your booking number at [email protected] and explain the situation. We'd like to look into this to see how we can help.

Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Perfect
February 21, 2021

I had a very good time the car it was very smooth clean and economy car I will love it and I hope to get the same car again thank you for your service you guys are the best

Date of experience: February 19, 2021
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Do Not Rent From Them
February 18, 2021

I scheduled and paid for a car to be picked up at Houston airport at 10pm on Jan 28th. My confirmation, of which I still have, states they are open til 23:59(midnight). Our flight was to arrive at 10:07pm. It was 15 minutes early. We bused to the rental and the Dollar counter was closed. We were there at 10.06pm. The guy there said sorry we are closed nothing they can do and walked away. We were driving 3 hours yet that night so not an option to come back next day. They said its is a mistake on Economy Bookings part since they have the hours wrong. We then went to National and rented there. I had to pay a lot more for last minute rental and am not even asking for the extra money. I only want the refund I paid Economy Bookings. The call center was no help and only had me open a case. I received 1 e-mail saying case was open and they have not responded to any other communication nor refunded my money. It has now been 21 days.

Date of experience: February 18, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi Keith,
Thank you for your feedback. We receive a large number of requests these days, so it takes longer than normal to process them. Our apologies for that. As for your request, you have been refunded, so please make sure you check your card balance. For more information, please contact our Customer Support Team at [email protected].

North Carolina
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Worst Car Rental Choice
February 17, 2021

I rented a car through Economy Bookings for a Ft. Lauderdale plckup. They assigned me to Right Cars. The agent at RightvCars refused to honor the price on my reservation and demanded an additional 60% over and above my reservation quote. After I declined and was returned to the airport I rented from a different agency. Afterwards, I filed a a complaint with Economy Bookings, explained the fiasco and requested a refund of my booking fee. Their reply was that the agent at Right Cars reported that I was a "no show" or could not present a valid credit card. Untrue. Never again will I try to save a few bucks using Economy Bookings.

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi,
Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately, the refund is not possible in this situation because it was considered by the car rental company a no show. Should you have any questions, please contact our Customer Support Team at [email protected].

India
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fraudulent charges
February 17, 2021

They are so cheap and I was lured, too, but ended up paying double the amount. They didn't accept my Geico insurance and didn't accept the coverage provided my credit card company, American Express and charged me $40.00. I returned the car in after hours office and there was no key drop box was available and directed me to drop the key at some other locatio and charged me $27.00. I WILL NEVER EVER RECOMMEND THEM TO ANYONE

Date of experience: February 17, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi Bhushan,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please send us your booking number at [email protected] and explain the situation. We'd like to look into this to see how we can help.

Poland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good Service
February 16, 2021

Good service provided, easy to make a booking, great price offers to choose from. I will use again. Recommended

Date of experience: February 15, 2021
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very good experience
February 13, 2021

Great service! Good selection of vehicles and upgrades! Great deals and unlimited miles! Thanks EconomyBookings

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
France
1 review
0 helpful votes
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5 stars
February 13, 2021

Everybody that helped me was very very nice. This includes the gal who helped me at the counter and Drew who checked me out with the car. What a good experience.

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Okay waiting for 10am pickup by EconomyBookings Rental today. They said there's a 30 minute leeway for them to pick up. Now 10:26.1028 here he is. Yay! Rick the driver was super friendly and got me to the EconomyBookings rental place quick.

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
Austria
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Professional
February 13, 2021

I had to rent a car after a hit and run yesterday. Spencer was very empathetic, professional and friendly. Made my day after a bad afternoon!

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
NL
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great service
February 13, 2021

Best customer service, best quality vehicles, best pricing. We are actually going in today or tomorrow as we plan our next trip...

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
Switzerland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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That's a relief!
February 13, 2021

Even the Manager as well he was so friendly over the phone. I returned the car and didn't charge me at all. I highly recommend this location!

Date of experience: February 12, 2021
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good service
February 12, 2021

We easily found the rental place in the Airport. No people were there at that time so we got the keys and other documents in 5 minutes. No extra charges or any other surprises, what we booked we got.
No delays or any other trouble upon returning the car.
Very SATISFIED and thank you

Date of experience: February 11, 2021
Massachusetts
1 review
4 helpful votes
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$#*! service
February 11, 2021

Awful service I made my reservation at the airport five minutes later I got to the desk and there was no cars available when I try to reach customer service they said you have to go online and send an email to get your money back it's been a month now and I still have not received my money they are a scam do not use them

Date of experience: February 11, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please send us your booking number at [email protected] and explain the situation. We'd like to look into this to see how we can help.

New Zealand
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great booking system, no hidden costs, awesome prices. Will be back again and ensure to promote to family and friends.

Date of experience: February 10, 2021
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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When booking my car I accidentally added the protection and when I called economy they refund the money back, that I can say GREAT

Date of experience: February 10, 2021
Germany
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I rented a car and had to cancel the booking only a few hours later due to Covid-19 (Force Majeure) related travel cancellations. On the booking cancellation confirmation, it said that I would receive my full refund shortly. When the refund did not arrive after a few weeks, I contacted the company, and all they told me was that the cancellation occurred in line with their T&Cs. When I disagreed and asked in several emails where in the T&Cs it states that I do not get a refund, they did not answer for weeks. Only when I copied other internal email addresses, that is when they felt obliged to respond. They provided no explanation or apology for the wrong information I was given, but stated that I am entitled to a voucher which expires within 24 months. When I asked them again, where does it state in their T&Cs that I am only entitled to a voucher, and I explained that issuing a voucher as a refund which expires within a certain amount of time is in breach with EU Regulations, again no response for weeks. I then informed the EU Customer Centre and raise a complaint with them about EconomyBookings. Only when the company learnt about the complaint, they felt obliged to respond again, claiming yet again that the cancellation was in accordance with their T&Cs. I then asked again where it states that in their T&Cs, and I am yet to receive a response. I shall also add that the company has now changed the information about their T&Cs, following my complaint. It should be self-explanatory, that only the T&Cs in place during my cancellation are applicable.

I will continue to claim my refund, but I can already only warn you as a customer not to make a booking with this, at best, inexperienced young company. Can you imagine the struggle if something happened on the road with one of their rental cars?! This company has highly questionable ethical standards and unlawful practices towards their customers, as I experienced first hand! CHOOSE ONE OF THE BIG COMPANIES INSTEAD WHO KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING!

Date of experience: February 7, 2021
Suppport T. — EconomyBookings Rep
over a year old

Hi Anna,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry to hear about your experience. Please send us your booking number at [email protected] and explain the situation. We'd like to look into this to see how we can help.

Germany
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The car was clean and in good condition and I enjoyed driving it. More so, they have the option to provide us the receipts and agreement in email which is environment friendly.

Date of experience: February 5, 2021
Czechia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Amazing staff!
February 7, 2021

They will be getting my business from now on and I will definitely be recommending other's their way.

Date of experience: February 5, 2021
Germany
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Efficient service :)
February 7, 2021

Always easy to get in and out pretty quickly Reliable cars And now it's even easier because we can book online.

Date of experience: February 5, 2021

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Economybookings.com is car rental comparison platform which offers to you find the best car rental offer for the lowest price in more than 150 countries with more than 850 trusted car rental companies all around the world.


economybookings.com
Founded in 2008
Riga, NY, Latvia
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