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Week of July 22nd, 2025
This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Vrbo Vacation Rentals's key feedback

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App Navigation Issues

Many users find the app difficult to navigate, with frequent complaints about the app being slow, glitchy, and not user-friendly. Approximately 20% of users report issues with navigation, which affects their ability to book or manage reservations effectively.

The app is so beyond unfriendly for users, making it impossible to operate and find my bookings.

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Customer Service Frustrations

A significant number of users express dissatisfaction with customer service, citing unhelpful AI chatbots and difficulty reaching a real person for assistance. This issue affects around 15% of users, leading to unresolved booking problems and frustration.

Trying to contact customer service is nigh-on impossible, and the virtual assistant is useless.

3

Booking and Refund Problems

Users frequently encounter issues with booking confirmations and refunds, with some reporting cancellations without proper notification or difficulty obtaining refunds. This affects about 10% of users, causing stress and financial inconvenience.

I booked a stay and arrived only to be told there was a glitch, and I had no room, with no refund offered.

4

Filter and Search Functionality

The app's filtering and search features are often criticized for not working properly, resetting filters, or not saving preferences, impacting approximately 10% of users who struggle to find suitable accommodations.

The app's most basic functionality, filtering and saving filters, doesn’t work, making it frustrating to use.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Vrbo Vacation Rentals
Vrbo receives mixed feedback with many users praising its ease of use, reliable service, and great vacation rental options. However, some users report issues with app functionality, misleading pricing, and poor customer service, particularly in resolving booking errors and refund requests.

#2 RUNNER UP

Booking.com
Booking.com is generally well-received for its ease of use, good customer service, and competitive pricing. However, some users have experienced issues with false advertising, poor customer support, and difficulties in obtaining refunds for canceled bookings.

#3 Straggler

Airbnb
Airbnb has faced significant criticism for poor customer service, siding with hosts over guests in disputes, and issues with misleading property listings. Despite this, some users still appreciate the platform for its unique accommodation options and occasional positive customer service experiences.
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Vrbo Vacation Rentals
#1 Users Choice
Vrbo receives mixed feedback with many users praising its ease of use, reliable service, and great vacation rental options. However, some users report issues with app functionality, misleading pricing, and poor customer service, particularly in resolving booking errors and refund requests.
Booking.com
#2 Runner-up
Booking.com is generally well-received for its ease of use, good customer service, and competitive pricing. However, some users have experienced issues with false advertising, poor customer support, and difficulties in obtaining refunds for canceled bookings.
Airbnb
#3 Straggler
Airbnb has faced significant criticism for poor customer service, siding with hosts over guests in disputes, and issues with misleading property listings. Despite this, some users still appreciate the platform for its unique accommodation options and occasional positive customer service experiences.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Virtual Assistant Issues
The virtual assistant fails to provide accurate solutions and often loops users back to the start without resolving their queries, leading to frustration and unresolved issues.
The virtual assistant is the most sorry excuse for AI I have ever encountered, as it just loops back to the same unhelpful prompts.
Booking Confirmation Errors
Users experience significant issues with booking confirmations not appearing in the app, causing stress and uncertainty about their reservations.
I booked a house a month ago and can't get a confirmation, and the app tells me I have no trips.
Filter Functionality Flaws
The app's filtering system is unreliable, often resetting or failing to save user preferences, which complicates the search process.
Filtering on the app doesn't work; it resets every time I change cities, making it very frustrating.
Hidden Fees Surprise
Users are frequently surprised by hidden fees that are not clearly disclosed upfront, leading to dissatisfaction with the final booking cost.
Misleading pricing! The app shows one price, but I was charged hundreds more after booking due to hidden fees.
Customer Support Challenges
Reaching customer support is difficult, with users often unable to get assistance or resolution for their issues, leading to a poor service experience.
Trying to contact customer service is nigh-on impossible, and the virtual assistance is unhelpful.
App Navigation Problems
The app is difficult to navigate, with users struggling to find important information like past trips or reviews, leading to a frustrating user experience.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Virtual Assistant Issues
The virtual assistant fails to provide accurate solutions and often loops users back to the start without resolving their queries, leading to frustration and unresolved issues.
Booking Confirmation Errors
Users experience significant issues with booking confirmations not appearing in the app, causing stress and uncertainty about their reservations.
Filter Functionality Flaws
The app's filtering system is unreliable, often resetting or failing to save user preferences, which complicates the search process.
Hidden Fees Surprise
Users are frequently surprised by hidden fees that are not clearly disclosed upfront, leading to dissatisfaction with the final booking cost.
Customer Support Challenges
Reaching customer support is difficult, with users often unable to get assistance or resolution for their issues, leading to a poor service experience.
App Navigation Problems
The app is difficult to navigate, with users struggling to find important information like past trips or reviews, leading to a frustrating user experience.

Quotes of the week

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The app's virtual assistant is unhelpful and often leads to frustrating loops without resolving issues. It's difficult to get in touch with a real person for support, making the experience very frustrating.
shellybeansly
Week of July 22nd, 2025
I booked a stay and arrived only to be told after 2 hours that there was a glitch in the system and I had no room to stay in. They didn’t offer me any accommodations nor could they tell me when I would receive a refund.
Could1234$
Week of July 22nd, 2025
The app is hard to navigate, and the virtual assistant is unresponsive. I can't view my booking details, and the app often crashes, making it unreliable for trip planning.
skolamunn
Week of July 22nd, 2025

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The app's virtual assistant is unhelpful and often leads to frustrating loops without resolving issues. It's difficult to get in touch with a real person for support, making the experience very frustrating.
Candice Wu
App Store
I booked a stay and arrived only to be told after 2 hours that there was a glitch in the system and I had no room to stay in. They didn’t offer me any accommodations nor could they tell me when I would receive a refund.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app is hard to navigate, and the virtual assistant is unresponsive. I can't view my booking details, and the app often crashes, making it unreliable for trip planning.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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