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Fanatics

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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.

service
916
value
632
shipping
704
returns
512
quality
542
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Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I cringe every time I want to buy Pro/College gear and the only place that has what I am looking for is a Fanatics site. My latest purchase was from MLBShop, but it happens every time. I think they blatantly lie about shipping times. As it stands right now, it will take over a month to get 1 jersey that I assume they already had in stock (nothing custom about it).
There order tracking and shipment "system" is terrible. It never updates and they clearly spend the least they can to ship. All of my shipments must take the Pony Express to get from Kentucky to LA Area before they are put on the Mayflower to get to HI. All of which is fine, but just let me know it's going to take 2 weeks longer than your told me when I purchased it. Borderline fraudulent business practices as they know I'd look elsewhere if I knew from the get-go it would take over a month. Also, I can never find my order on my account, by clicking the link in the email, or entering the order info into their webpage. I have us the automated chat helper? Why do I have to do this every time I want to track an order from Fanatics? It doesn't show up in my recent orders and when I input the same data I did here in the form on the "Track Order" page, it cannot find it? The link to the order in the email receipt doesn't work either. I don't know why it is so hard for Fanatics to figure out this process. Literally the last Ecommerce site that still can't figure out how to ship and track properly. If I had other options, I'd use them, but they seem to be getting a monopoly on authentic sports gear. I have not received my item yet so I can't speak to the quality. According to Fanatics site, it should arrive to day, but FEDEX has it arriving 4 September. They will use COVID as an excuse for poor shipping, but that is just lazy business that lacks adaptability.

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

Good afternoon, John. We are truly sorry to hear about your experience. Our deepest apologies! Upon review of the order, we can confirm the item purchased is a special event item that had a scheduled ship date as stated on the site upon purchase. In addition, the shipping method on this order is 7-14 business days. In regards to the order not being displayed in your account, this order was placed under guest. For the inconvenience, we have refunded the shipping fees at this time. We ask that you allow 2-7 business days for the refund to reflect to the original form of payment. Sincerely, Maribell

Iowa
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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My girlfriend and I bought almost 300.00 dollars worth of merchandise, which included two snap backs. One female hat and another guy hat. Please explain to me WHY THEY WERE PACKAGED LIKE NORMAL CLOTHING? Both hats were bent and the bills were irregularly shaped. I was so mad when we got them today. This is so unprofessional and disrespectful because of course for my favorite football team. We received them damaged. We don't appreciate this at all.

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

Good afternoon, Johnny. We are truly sorry for any inconvenience caused. We will be happy to look into this for you. Please email us at [email protected]. Sincerely, Maribell

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Dollarfanatic.store
The website says my order is unfulfilled.
Made the order 8/3/20 unfulfilled by 8/21/20.
2 inquiries by email, unable to speak with anyone via phone: *******041
The company must be a scam!

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

Hello Dana. We are very sorry about your order. However, we are not affiliated with the website you ordered from. We are Fanatics.com and do not have anything to do with Dollarfanatic.store. Sincerely, Karmen

Michigan
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Where's my order?
August 20, 2020

My order was placed almost a month ago. I have received several emails saying the delivery is delayed. A chat with customer service offered to refund my shipping $4.99. A weak later that has not happened. I am waiting this out but would not recommend this company for anyone.

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

Good Afternoon Eric, we have reviewed over the order and show it is scheduled to be shipped out by the end of the business day tomorrow. We issued a refund of the shipping back to the original form of payment and ask that you allow 2 to 7 business days for the credit to post. Additionally, we expedited the shipping to overnight express, and once shipped it will arrive within the next business day. We are truly and deeply sorry you experienced this with us and want you to reach out to us directly whenever these kinds of issues arise. We can be contacted via email at [email protected] or 24/7 via social media. Thank you, Deannaa.

Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quality product
August 20, 2020

The only complaint I have is that shipping is nuts at the moment from the US to AUS, but not fanatics fault. The hoodies we ordered are the highest quality and are sooo comfy. Definitely ordering again

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

Hello Joel! We are truly pleased to hear you had such a great experience. Thank you for taking the time to let us know. Sincerely, Deannaa.

New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Worst service ever
August 19, 2020

This is without a doubt the worst customer service I have ever encountered. In fact, in 56 years I have never written a negative review until now. I have spent hours on the phone about a simple exchange and now, almost a month later, it still hasn't been solved. No one seems to have any authority to fix ever the most simple problem. They are rude and frustrating beyond comprehension. I will never order anything from them again. In this day and age when solid companies are struggling for business, it amazes me that one with attitudes and service this poor is still around.

Date of experience: August 18, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Johan, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about your experience. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Could you please private message us, I was unable to locate the order with that information that was provided? Sincerely, Julian

Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Where is my order? I order my $#*! like 8 days ago. No tracking number, order number doesn't exist. Y'all constantly sending emails to buy more $#*! when yall haven't ship my first $#*!

Date of experience: August 18, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Allen, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that you haven't received your order. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, the order was shipped out on 8/13/2020 stand ground 3-7 business days. The package is still in transit. The package should be delivered by no later than 8/20/2020. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Mississippi
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Return label
August 19, 2020

Went to print a return label because fanatics sent me the wrong size. The return label cost $10. Unbelievable

Date of experience: August 18, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Michael, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the return shipping fee. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, I show that the return shipping fee has already been waived. You can print the label and attach it to the package. The package can be dropped off at any local post office or FedEx store. It can take up to 10 business days to receive and process. You will receive a confirmation email. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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$9.99 for a return
August 18, 2020

9.99 to return a mask that looks nothing like the picture and is supposed to be for an adult but only fit my kid. Wish I could give no stars. I will however post this review everywhere that I can.

Date of experience: August 17, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Good Afternoon, Travis. A return charge is collected to cover the label fees. This fee is only deducted if the customer chooses to utilize our label. This is stating in our return policy on our help desk. We are truly sorry for your experience. Sincerely, Maribell

Georgia
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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AVOID THIS COMPANY!
August 16, 2020

Fanatics.com is a rip-off artist. For a $20.00 item they charged $5.50 for shipping and handling. And then charged tax on the S&H as well as the item.
The item doesn't fit so I wanted to return for a refund. They don't refund the full tax I paid and they charge $10.00 for a "Return Label Fee". Somehow it cost me about twice the amount compared to what it cost them to ship it!
I'm $16.00 out-of-pocket with nothing to show for it! Here are the specifics amounts...
Subtotal $19.99
Shipping $4.99
Handling $0.49
Tax $1.53
Total $27.00...
Refund Subtotal $19.99
Sales Tax $1.20
Return Label Fee $9.99
REFUND ESTIMATE $11.20

Date of experience: August 15, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

K. M thank you for reaching out. Please send us a private message so we can we can discuss the refund and how we can help with a resolution.
Sincerely, Cayla

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Total rip off not what you see online! Yet another company take advantage of a pandemic and ripping people off. And they will charge you $10 per item to ship back even though it is not what you ordered

Date of experience: August 15, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Thanks for reaching out Chris. We are sorry that you received the incorrect item. We absolutely do not expect you to pay the return fee if you received an incorrect item. We would be happy to help with the issue. Please send us a private message so we can help with the next steps.
Sincerely, Cayla

Kentucky
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I ordered this for a birthday gift for my adult son. I received it weeks before his birthday. It came in a huge box. I removed it and it was in a plastic bag and looked fine. I live in a small apartment with no storage. I broke down the box and disposed of it. Well after a few weeks I was going to put the Jersey I already had ( not from Fanatics) in the case and wrap it. Two out of three hinges had pulled out of the plastic mold injected plastic backing. The acrylic glass falls out of the door and the magnet door closing latches are to weak to hold the door closed. I was told I could send it back but would not get the 34.00 paid for shipping. I took it to FedEx but they don't have a box large enough to ship it in. I have spoken on the phone and emailed customer service for the past several days. Now after telling them the situation all communications have ended!

Date of experience: August 13, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Terry, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the defect of the item. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, our Manufacturer Direct Team has been responding to your request to return item. They are still working on a solution and has responded to your last email. They may be out of the office but will be back in contact with you once they have the information needed that you requested. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Singapore
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Placed an order that took over 2 weeks to ship. Regarding the return policy, the website states, "Our return process is pretty simple. You can return your merchandise up toe 365 days from your item's ship date." I tried to start a return as was told there is a 30-day return policy. When I shared a screenshot with the customer service rep, he implied I was not telling the truth. I sent the link to the return policy site -https://fanatics.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/61 - I was told if I was telling the truth I needed to call. Not only will Fanatics.com not stand behind their return policy, they accused me of lying about the policy even though I provided proof of what's on the website.

Date of experience: August 13, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Thank you for reaching out to us. Please private message us for further assistance. We truly apologize for the inconvenience. We as well can be reached via email at [email protected] and 24/7 via social media. Thank you, Deannaa.

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Cheap quality
August 13, 2020

I literally washed my windbreaker because it was sticky and the B on the windbreaker is ruined and also the mlb logo

Date of experience: August 12, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Good Afternoon Samuel, we are deeply sorry for the nature in which your merchandise has been received. Please send us a private message with your order number for further assistance, the information provided is invalid. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you, Deannaa.

California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Experience Update
August 11, 2020
Updated review

Fanatics was very responsive to my recent review. Although their merchandise does run very small they were flexible in waiving the return merchandise fee which in my opinion is quite high. I have since purchased a couple of additional items, in general items run small. Customer service seems to be a priority to Fanatics which is an important factor in any buying experience.

Date of experience: August 9, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Leanne, We are sorry to hear that the item was too small. Customer service is our top priority and we are glad you took the time to contact us so we can help you with a resolution. If you need any additional assistance, we are here to help.
Sincerely, Cayla


Sizes Run Small Deceiving Return Policy
May 22, 2020
Previous review

I was excited to order to pairs of swim trunks for my husband with his favorite teams in each. Despite these being extremely overpriced, I figured the trunks would bring him a smile. Well the smile turned to frown when the men's large shorts couldn't be pulled over his thighs, they are way too small. No problem right 365 day return?! Of course, the fee to return is $9.99 for a label printing! Are you flipping kidding me?!?! This is awful and price gouging to say the least! My first and final purchase. Please cancel all of my remaining items!

Date of experience: May 21, 2020
Texas
1 review
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Total rip off. Returned an Edelman jersey because we wanted a different color. Fanatics charged my daughter $10 dollars for shipping and the New Jersey wasn't honored at the same sales price. THEN, when we ordered the new Edelman Jersey, Fanatics immediately charged us and said Jersey wasn't available for 2 months. On July 17 we received an email saying it had delayed yet again and if we didn't respond at all, they'd cancel the order and refund. Here it is August 7, still NO refund. We will not give Fanatics our business any more!

Date of experience: August 7, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Courtney, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the return shipping charge and the delay of your other item. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. We have refunded you back the $9.99 to the method of payment used to make this purchase. I show that this order was requested cancelled on 8/8/2020 and also refunded. It can take up to 2 to 7 business days to reflect on the financial statement. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Washington
1 review
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I ordered a Toronto FC shirt from Fanatics and it finally arrived. As I feared the lettering was so crooked it was embarrassing. The entire picture is crooked. I searched the website and found a picture of my order. It looks totally different. The art on the advertised shirt and bigger and straight. This is small and crooked. I went to return it (it showed up 8/5 and has no be worn) and found out that they want me to pay $9.99 for a return label fee. Just as bad, the artwork was put onto a shirt that was wrinkled so the Toronto FC logo will look creased forever. Not happy and I have already had to work harder than the person who made this shirt. I want a credit so I can get a different shirt. I do not want to chance this again. I want to be credited for the price of the shirt and shipping cost.

Nice big logo with straight letters. But the design on the shirt was smaller and crooked and placed on a shirt with a wrinkle on it, which means it will have a permanent crease where the logo is.
Nothing like the website picture. And the wording is crooked (the whole picture is) and the Toronto FC logo was placed on a wrinkle which means it will have a permanent crease which distorts the logo. Not happy!
Date of experience: August 6, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Zack, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the quality of the product. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. I have waived the return shipping charge to send the item back to us. Please let us know in private message if you wish to have the item replaced. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I purchased and item that did not fit. I returned it and they charged me $20 for re-stocking fee and shipping. Additionally, I tried to re-order a larger size and it processed, deducted from my account and never was received. Stay away from this company! They will take your money and not think twice about it.

Date of experience: August 3, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello April, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the return shipping charge. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, you received the item with the shipping method that was chosen. Because the item was too small our label will not refund the return shipping charge. However, I have refunded you back the $9.99 to the method of payment used to place this order. Please allow two to seven business days to reflect on your financial statement. Regarding the new order that was placed, it was placed through another site in which our warehouse supplies the merchandise. It was shipped out to you on 7/31/2020 and is expected to be delivered on 8/5/2020. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Placed an order a week ago. Never got a confirmation. Sent two emails asking for any confirmation that my order was received. No response to the emails. Trying to call the phone number listed under "contact us" it seems like a non existing phone number. What a nightmare of a "business." Nobody should order from them. I definitely will not.
Asking for an order ID. Have never got a confirmation with the order ID.
It is a joke? Awful!

Date of experience: July 31, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Raisa. Thank you for reaching out, we are sorry that you did not receive an email confirmation. If you will email us at [email protected] with your order email address and billing address, we will be happy to look into and solve this as quickly as possible!
Sincerely, Cayla

Virginia
1 review
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They sold me a faulty product that I tried to live with for a couple of months, but problem kept getting worse. So I asked to do an exchange. Instead of a 365 return policy, it was actually a 90-day return policy. I missed the cut-off by 10 days and that's mainly because the times I tried to contact them before, their customer service was unavailable because the backlog queue was full. Also never mind that the order took about a month to finally get delivered. I've been a repeat customer for years. But I guess that doesn't count. Rather than making the order right, they found a loophole to hide behind. They will not get another dime from me!

Date of experience: July 30, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Thank you for reaching out Dale. We truly appreciate the feedback and we would like to offer our assistance. We understand you have been a loyal customer and we are sorry you had this experience. Although we do see that this item was delivered in the 3-7 business day timeframe that was selected, we understand you no longer want this item. We have sent you a separate email with more information. Please do not hesitate to email us at [email protected].
Sincerely, Cayla

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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