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VividSeats

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VividSeats Reviews Summary

The overall reputation of the company is significantly marred by numerous customer complaints regarding service reliability and transparency. Many users report frustrations with receiving incorrect tickets, unexpected charges, and inadequate customer support, often describing the service as untrustworthy and dismissive. While some customers have noted positive interactions with individual representatives, these instances are overshadowed by a pervasive sentiment of dissatisfaction and confusion throughout the purchasing process. The consistent issues with order confirmation and refund policies highlight a need for major improvements in customer service practices to enhance trust and user experience.

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service
336
value
324
shipping
215
returns
197
quality
269
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New York
1 review
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Never got my 562 $$$ tix to paul Mc Cartny
June 7, 2022

Tix i bought in Feb. First email from them they said the first tix where no good id get new ones Then the next email said to keep a look out for the new tix. Then the next one said there on there way to be transferred to me. The next ssid they where accepted I NEVER GOT THEM OR ACCEPTED THEM. Now the fight began. 8 phone calls. All from the Philippines Which they dont speak clear english no one could help. I never got my tix and now cant go see Paul. This is BS. They suck. Vivid that is. Never again buy from them. I advise you to go else where. Heres where they said to go. The MLB AP. Heres what it said Scott Dell

Date of experience: June 7, 2022
Illinois
1 review
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Total scam!
June 7, 2022

This company is horrible. I paid almost $500 for a concert ticket and they never transferred it to me. I called customer service four times and also did a live chat, and every time the agent just read from a script and couldn't figure out the problem. They kept telling me that the seller transferred the ticket to me, but they wouldn't give me any proof. I asked for a refund and they told me they couldn't give me one. They basically stole my money. Don't ever buy a ticket from this company - it is a total rip-off!

Date of experience: June 6, 2022
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very helpful!
June 8, 2022

Rhea made my experience getting an extra ticket for my sister near my other two tickets very easy and quick! Thank you!

Date of experience: June 6, 2022
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Bought tickets to a baseball game and they were not delivered. Rep was unable to help retrieve the tickets. Had to buy replacement tickets. Next day, contacted rep who again could not help, but to say the Seller reported the tickets were delivered; the tickets were not delivered.

Date of experience: June 4, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Meghan P. Provided the reassure service I needed. The vivid seating chart did not give me
A clear indication of where my seats were nor if the two seats were together. From her in, Meghan
Was instrumental in locating great seats together in section 202. She went out of her way to get a
View perspective of the seats. Meghan continued to be cheerful, friendly, and guided me through the
Process.

Date of experience: June 4, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Very helpful
June 2, 2022

I was looking for a parking pass for an upcoming concert and had a question about the location. Vivid seats assistant, Myra, was very helpful and provided me with the information and processed my purchase and also gave me a discount. Thank you Myra.

Date of experience: June 1, 2022
New Hampshire
1 review
0 helpful votes
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DO NOT USE VIVID
May 21, 2022

DO NOT USE VIVID!
I purchased 4 tickets through Vivid.The transaction appeared in the app and showed what section and row but no actual seat #'s. I got to the venue and the tickets had never actually been transferred… the venue even grabbed my phone and searched all through my e-mail and the tickets were never received by me… i had to purchase 4 more tickets on the spot to get in. Vivid refused to refund my $400+ as they said the 3rd party whom the tickets wen through said they sent them to me. The venue gave me tip… DO NOT USE VIVID… this happens frequently.

Date of experience: May 21, 2022
North Carolina
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Never Never Again
May 20, 2022

This was my first-time purchasing tickets from Vivid Seats, I will never do it again. They sold me tickets they didn't even have and when they said they would show up two days prior to the event. They did not, then it was one day prior to the event. They did not again... then the morning of the event, I called, this person said that he had spoken to his supervisor and that the tickets would arrive by 11 am and if they had not to call back. They did not show up again. I called back and this person told me that they would be there before the show... and that I had a guarantee in case they did not, I was over 300 miles from home to attend this event... what was I supposed to do wait until a minute before the show to find out. These tickets were a gift, I couldn't let it ruin this person event... I finally told her that I worked for an attorney, and I would be having him call her. She said ok, nothing more, but my tickets showed up within 15 minutes and then they were the worst tickets in the world... Never Again, buy direct, saving a couple of dollars is so not worth it.

Date of experience: May 20, 2022
Florida
1 review
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Marvin's the best!
May 19, 2022

Marvin J. Answered every one of my questions and gave me the reassurance I needed to treat myself! This BTR concert is a childhood wish come true and I can't wait to see the boys :)

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Bill Burr Tickets
May 19, 2022

Angel helped me get Bill Burr Tickets for an ADA accessible seating at the New Moody Center in Austin TX Very helpful and got the tickets that I needed. Will use again.

Date of experience: May 18, 2022
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Richard was Great!
May 16, 2022

I have problems paying for my purchase online using my credit card and pay pal account. After multiple attemps I called VividSeats and spoke with Richard which was extremely helpful. He was professional and respecful. In a matter of minutes I had my tickets. Thank you Richard!

Date of experience: May 15, 2022
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The web site was easy and straight forward. Easy to deal with. A problem arose that only a phone call would solve but it was taken care of. Overall satisfied

Date of experience: May 13, 2022
California
1 review
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Customer service was so helpful and kind
May 11, 2022

My customer service rep, Denise, was incredibly helpful and kind. She helped me with my question and placed the order for me. She was invested in making sure that the tickets would get to me by confirming my personal details multiple times!

Date of experience: May 10, 2022
Latvia
3 reviews
12 helpful votes
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It was my first time buying concert tickets from Vivid Seats and I was a little hesitant, but I was able to find great seats at a good price and Jennifer in Customer Service was amazing and even got me an extra discount. I will definitely buy my next tickets from Vivid Seats!

Date of experience: May 10, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
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Scam
May 7, 2022

Do not buy from vivid seats. There is a chance you will get scammed like me. Lost over 100 dollars and several hours of time.

Date of experience: May 7, 2022
Illinois
1 review
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Tickets not emailed, they refuse to refund, want you to login into other ticket sites and try to find the tickets on your own. Support doesn't respond to emails. Chat support is worthless, takes minutes to get a reply and then you have less than a minute to reply or session ends. Avoid.

Date of experience: May 3, 2022
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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They didn't send my tickets. I had to call. They said they retransferred my tickets. They asked me to go to ticket master and AXS. Neither had my tickets. Now 2 days before the concert I still don't have my tickets and they woudn't offer a refund. They wasted hours of my time! Don't use them!

Date of experience: April 26, 2022
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very nice person helped us with the purchase of our concert tickets, his name is Gian D.
More people should be as nice as he was. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 16, 2022
Maine
1 review
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Myra H.
April 15, 2022

Myra handled my order very professionally. She explained everything quite clearly. I would contact her in the future.

Date of experience: April 14, 2022
Florida
1 review
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Vivid seats has very poor customer service. They did not resolve an issue with pricey tickets that were not stadium seats and would not put a manager to appropriately address concerns. If you are not satisfied with your tickets get ready to be told the sale is final and I cannot and will not transfer you to a manager because our customer service is it and you got the tickets so basically they tell you to go on your way and there is absolutely nothing they can do for you after even spending more that $1000. 00 on each ticket. In addition, they will also let you know there will be no recompense any credit or anything else for any ticket errors. If you bought the tickets and they are not what you asked for they will not budge and will let you know from the very beginning there is nothing they will do to make up for their misinformation or mistake, I would highly recommend you go elsewhere for good reliable service and where you can get issues resolved.

Date of experience: April 13, 2022

From the business

Vivid Seats is a full-service marketplace that facilitates transactions between fans looking to buy or resell tickets to their favorite sports, concerts, and theater events. We were founded on a passion for live events and a mission to improve and simplify the ticket-purchasing experience, which means we’re committed to helping you find tickets quickly and safely, so you can focus on what matters: enjoying your event.

Vivid Seats offers a premium shopping experience and the industry’s best ticket prices. Our superior relationships with trusted sellers give you an unmatched selection of tickets to the hottest and most exclusive events around the world. And we don’t stop there; we invest in technology to keep our costs low, and pass the savings on to you. Thanks to this commitment, our ticket prices average lower than those found on any other full-service marketplace.

In our commitment to your safety, we keep all of your personal information secure and back every orde...


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Founded in 2001
Chicago, IL