Vrbo: Vacation Rentals — Reviews & Insights
HomeAway.com, Inc.
Analysis Summary
Vrbo Vacation Rentals has a mixed user experience with strong praise for detailed property descriptions and search options, but significant pain points related to hidden fees, app crashes, and last-minute cancellations contribute to mixed sentiment and potential churn.
Rating Distribution
Pain Points
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pricing
· 2.0% of reviews
Concerns about hidden fees and taxes
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ux
· 6.0% of reviews
Difficulty navigating the app
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performance
· 3.0% of reviews
App crashes and slow loading
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booking process
· 6.0% of reviews
Last-minute cancellations
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property selection
· 2.0% of reviews
Inaccurate property descriptions
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communication
· 2.0% of reviews
Poor host communication
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payment issues
Charges without consent
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login issues
· 1.0% of reviews
Difficulty accessing account
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bug_reports
· 3.0% of reviews
App crashes
Praised Features
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better search option
· 1.0% of reviews
Enhanced search functionality
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more detailed property descriptions
· 1.0% of reviews
Detailed property descriptions
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improved customer support
Better customer service
Feature Requests
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enhanced communication tools
Improved communication features
Bug Reports
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app crashes
· 3.0% of reviews
App crashes
Competitive Position
Vrbo faces competition from Airbnb, which users prefer for its perceived transparency and better app experience.
