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Fanatics Reviews Summary

Fanatics has a rating of 1.7 stars from 3,951 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Fanatics most frequently mention customer service, day shipping and business days. Fanatics ranks 141st among Jersey sites.

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916
value
632
shipping
704
returns
512
quality
542
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Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Buyer beware - Christmas Gift Not Delivered!
December 28, 2020

I had purchased 2 items from Fanatics on November 29th 2020. One item came the other was deemed "undeliverable" and fanatics refunded this item without informing me. These were Christmas gifts! No explanation! It was a disappointment to my kid who I had promised to get him this item. Furthermore now they do not have the item in his size!

Date of experience: December 27, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Suzy. I am so very sorry that one of your packages were returned to us as undeliverable. When this happens, it is our policy for the warehouse to issue a refund when it is received back. You should have received an email when the refund was issued alerting you. Unfortunately, since the item is no longer available in the size you originally selected, you would not be able to place a new order for that item. However, I am sending you a discount code via email that you can use on a future purchase for when the item becomes available again. Sincerely, Karmen

Canada
4 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Returns are a joke
December 27, 2020

Bought a couple of items and returned one of them. They received it 5 weeks ago and have not approved my refund yet. Try to contact someone, good luck with that. Better to through Amazon.

Date of experience: December 26, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Kevin, I truly apologize for the issue at hand. I have released the refund for the Alphonso Davies Bayern Munich adidas 2020/21 Home Replica Jersey - Red. This refund will reflect back onto the original form of payment within 2-7 business days. If you have any additional questions or concerns please reach out to me at [email protected]. -Amethyst

Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Damaged Goods
December 26, 2020

I wish I would have checked reviews prior to ordering from this company. I received a damaged item and when I tried to return it they want to charge me for shipping. My original order was $15.99 but I was charged $7.99 for shipping and $1.99 for handling for a total of $25.97. Now in order to return the item that is damaged, they want to refund me $6.00 from the original price charging me another $9.99. Somehow, paying $19.97 for nothing during these anxiety stricken times just seem ridiculous. I will never use them again.

Date of experience: December 25, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Darleen. I truly apologize for the issue at hand. I have issued a full refund for the order, and this refund will reflect within 2-7 business days. If you have any additional questions or concerns please reach out to me directly at [email protected]. Again, I am so sorry for this issue. -Amethyst

Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Late Christmas Present
December 26, 2020

I made an order on December 4,2020 for a Christmas present and here it is the day before Christmas and the package has not been delivered yet. Ordering 20 days before Christmas did not help. Sending it regular mail probably would have been better than sending by FedEx. This has been terrible service for me. I gave a 1 star overall rating but if I could give a 0, I would do that.

Date of experience: December 24, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Gail, I truly apologize for the inconvenience of this issue. Due to the holiday season USPS is over a week delayed on delivering packages. I understand this does not make it easier, nor make an excuse on the issues of this order. I have fully refunded the order, and this refund will reflect within 2-7 business days. The package is currently out for delivery and will arrive by end of business day. If there is anything extra I am able to do for you. Please reach back out to us for additional assistance at [email protected]. Again, I am so sorry this happened. -Amethyst

Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I ordered a shirt for a Christmas gift. When it came it was not well done and I returned it. Was credited for the shirt but not the return shipping for which they charged me $9.99. Will not buy from them again.

Date of experience: December 24, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Carol. I truly apologize for this issue. I have waived the merchandise return label fee, you will not be charged for the return of your merchandise. I have provided the return time frame below, if you need any additional assistance please contact me at [email protected]. -Amethyst

Return Time frame:
7-10 business days to receive and process a return
2-7 for your refund to reflect back onto the original form of payment

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Worst shipping ever
December 23, 2020

Well for the second year in a row, my child is getting a computer print out of the picture of his Christmas presents. We placed our order super early on 11/29 this year, it is now 12/23 and nothing. Two other items we ordered arrived days ago but the remainder, shipped separately for no logical reason, is still out there "in transit". It's been in transit since 12/11. They also do not send confirmation emails or updates which is absolutely ridiculous. Worst customer service. Do NOT order from Fanatics if you ever want to get your items in a timely manner. They charged my credit card quickly enough though!

Date of experience: December 23, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Holly. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. Since your packages are being delivered to a post office box, it appears to be taking a bit longer as USPS is severely delayed. Your order was shipped in 3 packages because the items were shipped from different warehouses. We have several throughout the United States. Your packages are still in transit to you and should be delivered soon. For the inconvenience we have issued a refund for your original shipping charges. Please allow 2-7 business days for the refund to post back to your original form of payment. Sincerely, Karmen

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Returns are terrible
December 23, 2020

Ordered numerous items for my son. 1 shirt did not fit so it had to be returned so it had to be returned. No problem to return the item but what they don't tell you is you are only credited 1/2 of what you paid. Terrible customer service, was told to contact them directly and wouldn't you know, Crickets... Lost a loyal customer. Funny thing the message that was sent to me through Instagram to contact Jordan directly has been deleted

Date of experience: December 23, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Luann. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. As a courtesy for this return only, we have issued a refund for the return fees. Please allow 2-7 business days for the refund to post back to your original form of payment. For future reference, you can request the refund be issued back to a Gift Certificate and the return fees will be waived. Sincerely, Karmen

Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Orders 12/5 now excuses about covid delaying things after saying no updates from there own warehouse. Generic emails that are no help. Did live chat with a sorry excuse for a rep. Asked questions and they send short generic responses and end chat without even seeing if you need anything else. This company has gone downhill over the last couple of years.

Date of experience: December 23, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello James. We are very sorry that your order was delayed in being shipped out. We see you have received part of your order today and tracking shows the rest will be delivered to you today as well. For the inconvenience we have issued a refund for your original shipping charges. Please allow 2-7 business days for the refund to post back to your original form of payment. Sincerely, Karmen

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My son received two of the same items as gifts from family members. I used the website to try to initiate a return, but could not complete it because I had no order ID. I used the website's automated chat bot to get help and it only rerouted me to the online return process that I could not complete without the order ID. I used a search engine to find Fanatics phone number because it is not, or is not clearly posted on their website. After 7 minutes of wrestling with another automated system I got to a human. The human was able to get the order ID. This should have solved the problem, since now I could follow the online process. Even after confirming with the human that I had the correct purchaser e-mail address and order ID they system would not accept my return. Strangely it worked just fine fore the agent. The agent was able to complete my return but only by refunding the purchase to the original payment method and sending the return label to the original purchaser's e-mail address. Remember this is a gift. Fortunately it was from my mom so I'll be able to coordinate with her on getting the shipping label and picking a different gift for my son. Such a ridiculous mess.

Date of experience: December 22, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Grant, I completely apologize for this inconvenience and any frustration caused behind it. We do have a gift return system, and this order should have been processed as such. I know there is not much we are able to do now, especially since the label has already been issued. If you do need additional assistance on this issue, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Again, I am so sorry for this. -Amethyst

Illinois
1 review
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Never shop here
January 22, 2021

I bought 2 identical jerseys for Christmas presents on2 different days. The kids changed their mind and didn't want that for Christmas so I returned the jerseys. I was guaranteed a full refund. When I got my refund it was $50 short because I returned it they charged me the original shipping fee $15 (if you spent a specific amt you didn't have to pay for shipping) and they also charged me a return fee of $9.99. All they did was send me a shipping label. I printed it out and sent it back by usps. If I would've known you would be charged $25 for returning something I would've just kept the jerseys. I will NEVER shop there again and knowing you might have to return something such as a present and be penalized for it I wouldn't recommend shopping there

Date of experience: December 22, 2020
Georgia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I LOVE fanatics
December 23, 2020

I absolutely LOVE fanatics! I have ordered many things from them just this year. Every single one has turned out perfectly and arrived much earlier than expected. My most recent thing I ordered was a custom Jersey. I ordered it on December 17th and was worried that it would probably be in January when I received it. I was ok with that considering it was so close to Christmas and it was a custom product. Well I recieved it TODAY (December 22nd) and it couldn't be more perfect! I will continue to order from them!

Date of experience: December 22, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Amanda, this comment has really made a lot of us smile. I appreciate you taking the time out and posting this amazing review. I hope your holiday season is merry and bright, and thank again. Have an amazing day Amanda. -Amethyst

Missouri
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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No help
December 23, 2020

I am beyond frustrated! I am trying to find out where the other half of my order is. The online service is no help at all. Called customer service and got a recording. I was assured it would be here by Christmas. I can't find my order number so I guess I'm out of luck. If you are going to be in business I think there should be a human being a person can talk to for help. I have already been charged and paid for an order that was placed on November 23. Today is December 21. Not happy!

Date of experience: December 22, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Corby B, I apologize for this situation. Can you email us directly at [email protected] for additional assistance? Since you are not able to locate the order number, can you please provide the email address and complete shipping address used on the order? I look forward to hearing from you shortly. -Amethyst

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Never sent my purchase
December 22, 2020

Placed an order on December 7th for delivery by 22 December. On 17 December an empty package was delivered and I immediately notified fanatics. The package was an unopened bag and I left it unopened to prove it was empty if needed. I was told on the 17th to wait until the 22nd but the item was in stock during my conversation. The 21st of December I contacted fanatics back as they updated my status saying delivered to inform I still do not have the product.

They advise the order was no longer in stock and they would process a refund. This could have been fixed on the 17th but no they said to wait. Now I have no item and waiting on a refund. I order online a lot and this was one of the worst experiences ever.

Date of experience: December 21, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Good Morning, Charles. We apologize for the inconvenience caused. We ask that you send us a message for further assistance. Thank you, Maribell

Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Horrible Service
December 21, 2020

I ordered an item and I knew that they had a high return cost ($9.99), and sadly the item was smaller than expected (even though it stated true to size). I returned the item promptly and according to their chat the return was received on 12/8/2020. Today still no refund. Got on their chat and the refund was initiated today (probably because I contact them). If the item was received on the 8th why was the refund not processed at the minimum a day or two later. Would never order again for the high return cost and their service.

Date of experience: December 21, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Sue. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. It takes approximately 10 business days from the date you mail the item back for us to receive and process the package back and issue the refund. We show the refund was initiated on December 8th but a system error prevented it from processing. A full and complete refund was issued on December 21st so you were not charged the return fee. For future reference, it is always good to contact us first before you initiate a return to see if any exceptions can be made. Sincerely, Karmen

Washington
1 review
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Ordered two packages on 11/30. Neither arrived via fedex. Called to request a replacement and they could only process one because the second items was still in delivery exception status. They then charged me $8 for expedited shipping. No mention of this by customer service representative when offering to reship. Even with "expedited shipping" will not arrive until after Christmas.

Had to call back a second day to get charge reversed and arrange for the second item to reship. Call center staff were friendly but call quality poor (offshore call center). Confusing phone tree and not helpful

Date of experience: December 20, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello George, I apologize for the situation at hand. Can you please email me directly at [email protected] for additional assistance? I look forward to hearing from you.-Amethyst

Michigan
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Don't EVER shop here
December 20, 2020

Ordered one hat for my brother for Christmas, which I was going to wrap and send to him. Site said my order would arrive 12/10. Then they said shipping would be delayed 2-3 days due to heavy volume. Hat showed up 10 DAYS later. I went to return it and found out I will be charged $10 to return it... after spending $7 to have it shipped to me. Their fault becomes my problem. So I have spent $17 and received nothing. Fool me once...

Date of experience: December 20, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Cindy, I apologize for the issue at hand. I have waived the merchandise return label fee, you will not be charged for the return of this merchandise. If there is anything else I am able to do for you, please email me directly at [email protected]. Again, I am so sorry for this. -Amethyst

Florida
1 review
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Poor Operation!
December 20, 2020

I placed an order 2 weeks prior to Christmas. In the T&C's, it does not state that the item was a drop ship item with a 30 minute window to cancel. When I saw that the 3-5 day shipping window turned into 33 days, I contacted Fanatics and requested to cancel my order. They stated that the order could not be canceled because it was in "process". The issue is that they do not have recall procedures with their drop shippers. My order was still at the drop shipper facility, not processed for shipment and could be easily recalled. They denied my request that they contact their supplier. I disputed this on my credit card and will be getting my credit for the item!

Date of experience: December 20, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hi Larissa! First I would like to apologize for the issue at hand, and any frustration caused behind it. This is not the customer service experience that we provide. I would like the opportunity to look further into this incident, if you allow me. If so, can you please email me directly at [email protected] for additional assistance? I look forward to hearing from you soon. -Amethyst

Mississippi
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Disappointment
December 20, 2020

I am very disappointed in this company, and I promise I will make sure that more people are aware and know that they should never order from this company. I ordered a small Ja Morant Jersey, and they gave me a completely different XL NFL item that I did not order. They did everything wrong and it was completely their fault but somehow I get nothing from this experience. I called hoping to get a replacement, but the item was out of stock as well as the person I spoke with was very rude and unhelpful. He said his name was "Daniel" and when I asked for a last name he specifically said "I am not giving you my last name" in a rude manner. I definitely wish that I had seen these reviews beforehand because people seem to have similar terrible experiences. I have friends that suggested this website to me saying this was a great company, but I will ensure they go to other places.

Date of experience: December 19, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Nina, I apologize for the issue at hand. Can you please email me directly at [email protected] for additional assistance on this order? I look forward to hearing from you. -Amethyst

Massachusetts
1 review
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Chicago Mets
December 20, 2020

Ordered a New York Mets hoodie and received a hybrid Mets/Chicago and they will not refund me tax and shipping $15 plus I have to pay for return shipping. Has a fake MLB tag, Absolute scam!

Date of experience: December 19, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

I truly apologize for the inconvenience of this issue. I would like to look further into your order information. Can you please email me directly at [email protected] for additional assistance? I look forward to hearing from you. -Amethyst

North Carolina
1 review
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I ordeted a shirt. When I put it in my cart the price went up higher than what it showed. 2 weeks later I get a email asking me do I want to cancel. I said no BUT they canceled order 5 days later

Date of experience: December 19, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hi James, we're extremely sorry for your experience so far. We want to make this right for you. Please email us your order details at your earliest convenience to [email protected], we look forward to your email. Thank you, Edmond.

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Fanatics is the leading online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise and provides the ultimate shopping experience to sports fans.


fanatics.com
Founded in 1995
Jacksonville, FL, United States