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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought 2 tickets, when they confirm the purchase I spend money on flights and hotel. They do not give me those ticket or other similars (as the TicketIntegrity they said before the purchase).... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Seatwave is a huge money making scam, and the WRU should be ashamed of themselves for allowing their fans to pay the ridiculous processing fees. Seatwave after reading many reviews don't always deliv... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I sold two tickets for the Wales v England riugby match on the 23rd February via Seatwave, apparently the official WRU reselling partner.The sale was confirmed by email and I sent the tickets back to... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had sold two tickets for Shakira concert held at WiZink Center Antiguo Palacio de Deportes, Madrid at 21:15 on the 3rd of July, 18 via seatwave. [Reference ID:2063434, ID:2063430 ]. I received an... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgraceful, horrible - trying to sell Rolling Stones tickets in good faith!

Disgraceful. Trying to sell tickets in good faith and being patronized by customer service. There is a stupid policy of buyers and sellers not being able to hand over tickets in person even if the seller can only collect the tickets in person on the day and is more than willing to hand them over on the day to the buyer. Sickening, cynical and horrible company - and so much time wasting. Use Gumtree or elsewhere - Seatwave is just TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE. Been treated like some untrustworthy ticket tout when I am actually selling tickets to a great gig at a cheaper price than advertised as I don't believe in ripping people off.

April 24, 2018
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Dannielle,

Thank you for your review, we really do appreciate your feedback.

In order to maintain a secure marketplace we ask all our Sellers to ship tickets using our specified delivery methods (normally UPS).

We don't allow seller and buyer hand overs at the event as we've learnt from experience that this just doesn't work. We want to make sure that tickets arrive safely with your buyer and avoid any delay to your payment. I hope that this helps to explain this requirement.

Kind regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booking was very easy

Booking was very easy and two enquiry calls to the office were dealt with very well indeed. Our e tickets arrived in plenty of time and were downloaded without hassle. Our seats were excellent with very good views of the stage. (Andre Reui ) concert. I would certainly recommend Seatwave.

January 25, 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I paid insurance when booking two …

I paid insurance when booking two tickets for Cirque Du Soleil OVO and had to make a claim because of illness, but despite repeated attempts my request has been ignored. Never again will I use Seatwave.

January 25, 2018
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Peter,

Thank you for your review, we really do appreciate your feedback.

We're sorry to hear that the insurance company has been unable to respond to your claim, please be aware that this company is a third party and claims are not dealt with by Seatwave directly.

If you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.

Kind Regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgusting Customer Service at Seatwave

Absolutely disgusted at Seatwave and Aston Villa for directing me to this company. My boyfriend is a huge Villa fan and I thought it would be a nice surprise to get us both tickets for the New Year’s day game as a Christmas present. I ordered the tickets well in advance in November. The official Aston Villa site redirected me to Seatwave as they were unable to supply. It actually stated that the game was sold out! Aston Villa were actually selling tickets at half price two days before the game! How could it have been sold out? I think the whole thing is a scam as Seatwave add extortionate commission on top, including delivery charges! They are penalising honest, ordinary fans that want to organise their tickets in advance. I also paid the ticket cover premium insurance fee in the event of any mishaps. Better safe than sorry, so I thought.

Shortly before Christmas a solitary ticket arrived in the post. This was long after the order was placed. It is notable that it arrived as normal post and not as a recorded delivery as promised on their website and clearly stated on the order confirmation. I tried calls and emails over the Christmas period, none of them were answered. When I eventually spoke to someone, on the 3rd January, I was treated with disdain. The call handler (Victor) was rude, obnoxious and completely unhelpful. At first he tried to fob me off saying that nothing could be done, it was too late. I overheard laughing in the background and a comment from a male colleague that women shouldn’t be allowed into football grounds anyway. Absolutely disgusting. I demanded to be put through to the manager. Apparently SHE was unavailable. I was given an email address for general complaints and promised a call back. This still hasn’t happened. All in all the experience has left me very upset and completely disillusioned with Aston Villa FC. My boyfriend and I didn’t go to the match and I still have the one ticket that was sent. I’m £80 worse off and the customer service is absolutely appalling.

Since I have called multiple times, sent emails to disputes manager email address as directed by Seatwave on the phone and have heard nothing back! Horrendous customer service, I am already in contact with Trading Standards as companies should not be allowed to treat people this way. DO NOT USE!

January 9, 2018
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Tabitha,

Thank you for your review, we really do appreciate your feedback and I'm really sorry to hear that there was a problem in the receipt of your tickets.

As we’re a ticket resale website, we provide a secure platform for people to sell on their tickets - we don’t actually own any of the tickets sold online. Aston Villa tickets are verified and usually posted out to customers by the club, in some cases where tickets can't be posted the tickets may be changed to Box Office Collection as happened in the case of your second order, this change would have been reflected on your order status.

The club are usually happy to help with any ticket issues and we're sorry if they were unable to assist in the collection of your tickets this time. We can see that you have been in touch with our Disputes Team who in this case as a goodwill gesture have issued a refund for the order that was not posted.

We're sorry for any disappointment caused on this occasion.

Kind Regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Impossible to get hold of them

Impossible to get hold of them. They are complete cowboys. I have tried repeatedly. They do not make clear that they are just a reselling platform and do not have tickets before they take your money. You have no means of ensuring the tickets will arrive, when or what to do if they do not.

I am planning on complaining to trading standards which I understand many people have already done

December 28, 2017
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Doug,

We know how much you’re looking forward to getting your tickets, but as we’re a ticket resale website we don’t own any of the tickets sold through our site. Because of this we have to allow Sellers time to receive their tickets from their place of purchase, and then dispatch these on to you.

Dispatch often varies between promoters and sometimes tickets are not dispatched by the event organisers until closer to the event date. Unfortunately we can't locate your order as the reference provided isn't a recognized Seatwave order number. But don’t worry we’ll drop you an email to let you know once tickets are on their way to you.

We're sorry you've not been able to reach us by phone. As an alternative to calling, we also have a full team of agents on hand to answer any queries via email.

If you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.

Kind regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Devestated

What this company’s website does not make clear is that they are not a ticket company they are a ticket resale company so when they send you an e-mail ten months before the event saying you have bought two tickets they actually mean they have taken your money at way over the face value of said tickets with the hope they will find these tickets but there are no guarantees. Then they contact you three days before the event to say you have not got tickets. Devastated is an understatment. Money was refunded but nothing will ever make up for the disappointment. Will not be using this company ever again and will warn all my friends not to either.

December 26, 2017
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Sarah,

Thank you for your review and I’m sorry if there’s been any confusion.

The prices of tickets are set by their seller and this can vary depending on supply and demand for the event – meaning prices can be higher or lower than the face value printed on the ticket.

The face value is also shown during the checkout process – if for any reason tickets can't be provided we'll always do our best to find suitable replacements or issue a refund. Unfortunately we can't check your order as the order reference you've provided is invalid.

If you have any more questions please don’t hesitate to get back in touch.

Kind regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

First class service. As I was unable to go to the concert myself I decided to try and re-sell the tickets. I found it extremely easy to use the site and the tickets were sold within days of being listed. Perfect!

December 26, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RELIABLE & PROFESSIONAL OUTFIT!

When It came to selling my tickets, I can honestly say that It was a simple & pleasurable experience. However, I have just been Informed that I now won't receive my money until the 1st week of January which Is nearly a month after the event, which was the only down side.

December 22, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great purchase - very happy

Although I rarely buy event tickets through a resale site, I would definitely use Seatwave again. The ticket I purchased was sent to me quickly and safely and I ended up with one of the best seats in the house! Obviously I paid more than face value for my ticket, but that is to be expected in this situation and I didn't pay more than I would of been happy to pay anyway. I would recommend.

December 21, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect

Perfect. Fast and professional. They respond to all doubts that you might have regarding the tickets.
Very friendly and professional staff.
Thank you :)

Miguel

December 19, 2017
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought ticket through seatwave …refused entry

Bought ticket through seatwave site,turned up at the O2. Ticket rejected. Thank you Seatwave so missed the concert. Full refund was given. But doubt I will use again

December 18, 2017
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi John,

Thank you for your review, we really do appreciate your feedback.

We're very sorry to hear of the issue with entry to the event, we take any report of issues with entry very seriously.

We've checked your order and can see the refused entry was reported correctly and a refund already given.

Please let us know should you have any further questions.

Kind regards,

Seatwave Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very straight forward

Very straight forward. My 2 tickets for the Jingle Bell Ball were ready to download within 2 hrs and my friends 3 tickets we collected on the way! Went very smoothly! Will definitely use Seatwave again!

December 11, 2017
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great customer support

I had a few problems with the web site when i first used Seatwave, however their helpline staff were very helpful and sorted them out promptly.Otherwise it was very smooth process.

December 9, 2017
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Won't be using Seatwave again!

Bought tickets as a present and 3 days before the event seatwave informed me that they could not supply the tickets. I was really disappointed and angry. Fortunately I managed to get tickets directly from the venue last minute which also cost me a lot less. Won't be using seatwave again.

December 7, 2017
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Reply from Seatwave

Hi Louise,

Thank you for your feedback and I’m sorry that your tickets could not be provided. As we’re a ticket resale website, we provide a secure platform for people to sell on their tickets - we don’t actually own any of the tickets sold online. Regrettably your seller let us know that he was unable to supply your tickets in time.

In the rare cases where this happens we will do everything we can to find you replacements, unfortunately there just weren’t any equivalent tickets available so we refunded you immediately.

We're sorry for any disappointment caused.

Kind regards,

Seatwave Team

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