Check out our latest communities fighting
AI scams on Reddit and Facebook

business logo of VividSeats

VividSeats

3.0

On SmartCustomer, businesses may not offer incentives or pay to remove reviews. Learn more about our Review Guidelines.

How would you rate VividSeats?
grey stargrey stargrey stargrey stargrey star

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.

This summary is generated by AI, based on text from customer reviews

service
336
value
324
shipping
215
returns
197
quality
269
This company responds to reviews on average within 19 days

We monitor reviews for authenticity

Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Ryan C.
Unfollow Ryan C.
Share Review
Report Review

Excellent
April 13, 2022

Charlie was very friendly and helpful. I was having issues getting an order processed via the app and with his help I was able to get the tickets ordered. Highly recommend

Date of experience: April 12, 2022
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Daniel B.
Unfollow Daniel B.
Share Review
Report Review

Charlie THE GREAT
April 8, 2022

Vivid seats app would not let me buy to tickets to Lion King & only showed two dates. Charlie got it done!

Date of experience: April 7, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Paul G.
Unfollow Paul G.
Share Review
Report Review

Review of Eugene
April 5, 2022

Eugene was extremely helpful and made the buying experience seamless and enjoyable. He answered all questions and even provided a discount. He saved my day and more importantly saved me money.

100 out of 10 because of him

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
District of Columbia
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Camilla V.
Unfollow Camilla V.
Share Review
Report Review

I called for informations and there were very helpful and give me also a discount for my purchase. They also give you the possibility to score points, I alway buy from them. The have the best prices.

Date of experience: April 4, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Jordan W.
Unfollow Jordan W.
Share Review
Report Review

Great help
April 1, 2022

It was quick and easy plus the rep offered me a discount over the phone. Great quick experience overall!

Date of experience: March 31, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Robert G.
Unfollow Robert G.
Share Review
Report Review

My event has been cancelled to a other day and of course there saying its my problem to resell the tickets. The lady that handled my claim was very rude

Date of experience: March 31, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Guillermo L.
Unfollow Guillermo L.
Share Review
Report Review

Richard was really helpful with finding me seats to a concert. He was also really friendly, understanding and patient with me.

Date of experience: March 29, 2022
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow RITA S.
Unfollow RITA S.
Share Review
Report Review

I was overcharged by over $100. They said the seller determines the price but they charged $100 than the listed price. My advice is never used these site to buy your tickets. Fraud

Date of experience: March 29, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Bob W.
Unfollow Bob W.
Share Review
Report Review

Fantastic
March 25, 2022

Great overall experience…the gal that I talked to was extremely helpful and super nice! She made the transaction smooth as silk!

Date of experience: March 25, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Jill G.
Unfollow Jill G.
Share Review
Report Review

Exceptional Customer Service
March 27, 2022

As a very cautious buyer, I was a bit hesitant to purchase from Vividseats.com because this is going to be my first time to purchase from this site. But I'm glad I did the tickets I purchased though was over the phone and I'm so happy ABEL A. Was the representative/customer service person who helped me and my cousin during this crucial time to purchase tickets for BTS PTDLV. Abel was exceptional, patient and provided an amazing customer service experience for first time purchaser like us. He explained everything thoroughly and willing to wait until we get a ticket confirmation in my email. He answered my questions with a professional manner and NOT one bit that he ever express any annoyance while I ask him multiple questions regarding the process of purchasing tickets and if We are really getting the tickets the same day. I've read other reviews saying they didn't get their tickets or waited long. But not when Abel is the person to help you. So when you call Vivid seats customer service *******143 look for Abel A. You will not get disappointed he will provide that Exceptional customer service experience that we all look for and appreciate. Vivid seats gained loyal customers like us. Will definitely purchase from this site again. So hopefully the rest of the customer service reps are as amazing as Abel.

Date of experience: March 24, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow cooper h.
Unfollow cooper h.
Share Review
Report Review

Sammy M.
March 22, 2022

I called in to place an extra order for one more ticket and Sammy M was more than willing to help me. He was very professional and very kind. Definitely made ordering through vividseats a great experience.

Date of experience: March 21, 2022
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Kevin J.
Unfollow Kevin J.
Share Review
Report Review

The ticket resale sites are numerous and very few offer live or phone assistance. Our concert is about two months from now so the story is not complete yet. However I feel fairly confident that we will not have any issues as far as our tickets are concerned. Ticket Master does not offer phone assistance as you probably know. The only weird thing is that my confirmation email from Vivid seats actually took me to Ticketmaster's website. Again, this resale ticket game is a bit confusing and or convoluted to say the least.

Date of experience: March 20, 2022
Oregon
1 review
1 helpful vote
Follow Maria H.
Unfollow Maria H.
Share Review
Report Review

Buyer BEWARE
March 20, 2022

Imagine my surprise when I was denied entrance to the Shen Yun 3/19/22 performance at the Keller Auditorium in Portland OR after purchasing box seats for over $500. I was asked to go to the box office. They informed me the original tickets were canceled in 2020 by James Herbert. Vivid Seats sold invalid tickets. I had used the site because of the 100% guarantee of ticket verification. Imagine my surprise when I emailed their customer support and their response was basically you can try to have your bank fight the charge but you will probably not win. To see the show I had to buy new tickets $320 and was told there were only 6 seats left. Thank God I had the money and we got to the there yet early. What a scam the original ticket holder had going! Shame on Vivid Seats for not honoring their guarantee of verified tickets and their intimidation tactics to get me to not pursue fighting a fraudulent charge with my bank!

Date of experience: March 20, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow P P.
Unfollow P P.
Share Review
Report Review

Ordered tickets says they will email but u need other apps that we couldn't open called for help the customer service guy just yelled and put us on hold. Called back to get a refund and no refund. Don't waste ur time thru this company! Won't ever use em again!

Date of experience: March 19, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Lisa B.
Unfollow Lisa B.
Share Review
Report Review

WARNING
March 12, 2022

WARNING, WARNING, WARNING! I literally got to the concert, Elton John Final Tour, and was told my tickets were BOGUS. They said Vivid Seats and the like, Stub Hub, is a clearing house made up of individuals to sale tickets.
BUT, and its a big one, they can RESALE YOUR TICKETS if by chance your event is RESCHEDULED! I was in a long line of people that were having the same problem at the concert door. I ended up having to buy the only remaining tickets at the box office that were literally behind the stage and I couldn't even see Elton John on his final tour to Dallas ever! Very sad! Look at all the bad reviews on here, they are all centered around rescheduled events. Not only that, but customer service who states 100% guarantee, HUNG UP on me when I called in for reparations. I lost 2,000.00. I tell you what, you cannot let your guard down for one second these days because someone is out there trying to take advantage or trying to take your money! It is very sad and sickening this has become the new American Dream!

Date of experience: March 12, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow alex s.
Unfollow alex s.
Share Review
Report Review

I purchased tickets for a spring training baseball game which ended up being cancelled. I've emailed, called and chatted with a robot to no success. By far the worst customer experience!

Date of experience: March 10, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Susan J.
Unfollow Susan J.
Share Review
Report Review

Customer service was awesome Vanda was so helpful and made sure I got my tickets. And explained everything fully. She was great highly recomend.

Date of experience: March 5, 2022
Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote
Follow Sarah N.
Unfollow Sarah N.
Share Review
Report Review

I made a purchase on vividseats for upcoming Raptors game on Friday. But I got a cancellation email, so I called to confirm and see what the problem was. Richard was so so helpful and nice with the process of re-purchasing the tickets, and explaining what needed to be done. For any future purchases, I'd definitely call to make them with Richard!

Date of experience: March 2, 2022
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
Follow Melinda H.
Unfollow Melinda H.
Share Review
Report Review

Fraudulent Tickets
March 1, 2022

I purchase tickets to go to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas and my tickets were fraudulent. I could not get into the venue since they scanned Invalid. The seller sold them twice. My friends were able to get a photo of the individuals tickets that were sitting my our seats that cost over 1,000.00 dollars. We were able to prove that they were fraudulent. Vivid says they have a guarantee that your tickets are valid and authentic or they pay you back, which is wrong. Its been 3 months and I still have not been reimburse for the tickets. They come up with every excuse not to pay you back. "Theres a form that you did not fill out, etc." I have sent every form, all the proof and I have no refund.

Date of experience: March 1, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
Follow Genevieve S.
Unfollow Genevieve S.
Share Review
Report Review

Easy as 123
February 26, 2022

I called to purchase tax because the online platform would not complete my order. Marie was easy helpful and easy to work with. My order went through and now I've got the tix I wanted. Thanks Marie!

Date of experience: February 25, 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...


vividseats.com
Founded in 2001
Chicago, IL