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Fanatics is the leading online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise and provides the ultimate shopping experience to sports fans.


fanatics.com
Founded in 1995
Jacksonville, FL, United States
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Fanatics Reviews Summary

Fanatics has a rating of 1.7 stars from 3,944 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Fanatics most frequently mention customer service, day shipping and business days. Fanatics ranks 148th among Jersey sites.

service
909
value
626
shipping
698
returns
507
quality
537
This company responds to reviews on average within 1 day
Indonesia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I attempted my first order on the pac-12 website. After selecting my items i went through the checkout screen and made payment. I immediately checked my online banking to make sure the payment went through ( the payment was deducted) and everything seemed fine. Roughly one hour went by and i got an email from their website confirming my order with a link to track my order. When i clicked on the link to track my order it stated it had been canceled and to contact their customer service.

I tried calling them, live chat and sending them a msg via instagram but had zero luck. I then placed a second order ( i know dumb on my part) thinking maybe it was a glitch and the same above happened. They deducted my account and sent me an email with a tracking number, this time when I clicked on the tracking link it said my order didn't exist.

So went from my order being cancelled then to my order doesn't exist, how does that even happen?

I tried again calling them over and over but had zero luck getting anyone on the phone, so now I'm here hoping to get someone to assist me. I have two deductions from this company, they had zero problems taking my money but don't have the decency to hire enough customer service staff? What type of establishment is this?

Please change my mind, I'll be glad to give an update here and change my score for your company if someone offers proper customer service.

I've added screenshots for Proof of order

Date of experience: May 3, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Benjamin, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that your order was cancelled and refunded. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Unfortunately, you will need to speak with our Fan Protection Specialist regarding the reason the order has been cancelled. They can be reached at1-855-222-2564 and International customers can reach us at +1-904-383-3632. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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NOT HAPPY
May 3, 2020

The company jumps at the chance to place your order, but just wait until you need to return something. I have to return the item because it looks NOTHING like the picture online. The A`s tee is faded, the printing on front goes WAY DOWN past the stomach & in the online photo, it stopped even w the sleeve. It is cheap and poor quality. They told me to print up a label & send back... I told them I can NOT do that. They said that`s the only way to RT items because they go paperless. They said wrap it back up & just RT to sender. The POST OFFICE says I can`t do that. Meanwhile, I am STUCK w the item... I don`t even rate them one star at this point! SHAN.

Date of experience: May 2, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Shannon, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that you are having difficulties returning the package. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. You try to have the package shipped by a local FedEx Store. They should be able to print and ship the package back to us. If not, you can always ship the package back to: Fanatics Retail Group Returns 5245 Commonwealth Avenue, Suite 200, Jacksonville, Florida 32254. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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So here's my experience. Received the jersey and paid 4.99 for shipping which okay that's fine. Jersey came slightly damaged with stain on the right side of sleeve. Not that big of a deal easy to clean. But the jersey didn't fit. So I'm going to return it only to find out it's $9.99 for the shipping label which is ridiculous and will be taken off from the price I paid for the jersey. I go to my local usps because FedEx office is closed due to covid 19. I then go in there only to find out that I personally need to tape the shipping label and package. I never had to do that at UPS. Also they inform me Smartpost is a 3rd party. So its costs another $4 to purchase tape. So I'm returning the package for a grand total of $14. Please Fanatics the least you can do is refund my $9.99 for returning the jersey. And please start using UPS for shipping. It's a dream compared to the postal service. Your company is the sole one stop shop for all sports jersey. I would expect free returns at least.

Date of experience: May 1, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Abimael, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the return shipping fee. Our number one concern is customer Satisfaction. I have refunded you back the shipping fee to the method of payment used to make this purchase. Please allow two to seven business days to reflect on your financial statement. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Returns
April 30, 2020

Don't ever order from fanatics. Their customer service is horrible. They say easy returns but it doesn't give you the option of the items you need to return. I ordered a lot of our families Christmas gifts from here & was unable to return the one I needed to. Ordered an XL in sweats & they are huge. The quality on pants for women was awful. So I am stuck with over $200 worth of merchandise. DO NOT ORDER FROM THEM.

Date of experience: April 30, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

We apologize for any inconvenience regarding this order for the Sweat Pants. That item is still returnable. Please let us know if you would like us to send you a pre-paid reutrn label. Sincerely, Karmen

Australia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I highly recommend steering clear of Fanatics, you will be left dissapointed! They have terrible reviews on every review site for a reason, I wish I had read them before ordering myself.
I ordered a Large Mens Hoody except 5 weeks later an XS arrived. I think I have more chance of winning the lottery than getting it replaced. The customer service is terrible and Fanatics have no interest in rectifying the issue. I would never use Fanatics again.

Date of experience: April 28, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

We are very sorry you received the wrong item. However, you have contacted the U.S. customer service and you need to contact Fanatics International at:
O Website: http://www.fanatics-intl.com
O Contact Information: +44 (0) 330 222 0386 or customer.services@fanatics-intl.com

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Please be warned that if you purchase and pay for the Expedited shipping with Fanatics that they will still wait "4 days to ship your item" and then expedite ship. Obviously some kind of asterisks that isn't listed when buying and paying for expedited shipping. They will not issue a refund either on the expedited shipping you paid for... Their customer service is very poor and unprofessional as well. I thought Fanatics was a legit and honorable company considering they represent so many major sporting leagues but obviously not!

Date of experience: April 28, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Michael, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the order time frame. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review of the order, the item that was purchased is a made on demand product. On our site is highlighted in green that it can take up to 4 business to produce this item. When the item was purchased, it was on a weekend. Our warehouse was able to complete the item in 2 business days. Therefore, the item is ahead of schedule to ship out to you. You should receive the package before the 3 business days that was purchased on 4/30/2020. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this many have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Bad info
April 29, 2020

Placed my order on Sunday web said item would ship within 2 business it didn't ship for 4 days then customer service told me first 2 business days don't count then it said 3-7 business days for delivery 7 business days later nothing then customer service and the corporate office tells me it's on time how's that work worst company and customer service ever

Date of experience: April 28, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Matt, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry about the shipping time frame of your order. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction I have refunded you the shipping fee back to the method of payment used to make this purchase. Please allow two to seven business days to reflect on your financial statement. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Kentucky
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I placed an order and money was taken from my account. When I try to track my order it tells me that order number doesnt exist. I tried their live chart which is a robot you can not get around. There is no customer service number listed on their site. So now I'm out $55 dollars and my husbands birthday present. I dont even know how to contact them for a refund.

Date of experience: April 23, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. According to your tracking information the order shipped on April 17th and was delivered today, April 24th. Please let us know if you should need any further assistance.

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I wanted to buy some new Giants gear for an upcoming baseball game after I came home from deployment. I ordered then got an email, saying they cant process my order and gave zero reason as to why.

I tried to re order my gear but then the hat I wanted was gone. So I found s different hat and the same issue happened. I decided to take my business elsewhere.

Heres the problem- fanatics owns everything. You cant go anywhere else. I went to mlb.com but then my order had the same problem because guess who it went through- fanatics.

I went through lids.com and guess what- they go through fanatics too.

Finally I tried to reach out to fanatics to find out why they wont process my order. I was given zero answer as to why and instead asked if I had any other questions. It's a shame this business cant go bankrupt because I'd like another company to get into the fan apparel business that is actually user friendly.

Date of experience: April 22, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Auston, thank you for your feedback! I was unable to locate an order with the information that you have provided. Could you please private message us your email address so I can locate an order? Sincerely, Julian

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Horrible service
April 17, 2020

I had spoken to someone due to 2 items that came damaged. He stated a supervisor would call as the products were sold out but would refund a large amount and I can keep the products or they will replace them with something similar. No one ever called. Was hung up on and disconnected 3 times and finally they told me they couldn't help me. Never again.

Date of experience: April 16, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. Please let me know which items you received damaged and we will be more than happy to assist you further if we can. Sincerely, Karmen

Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I made a purchase for an item that cost about $60. I received a bubble mailer that was not sealed and my item was not inside of it. I called in and they said that the item must have been lost or stolen in transit and that they would process a refund and I would hear back from them same business day. They never emailed me again as promised so I called a second time and explained the situation again - I was told the same thing; they would process a refund and I would get an email confirmation same business day. Surprise! Still nothing. I call a third time and I'm told the same thing. Every time they say they don't see a refund processing but can see that I called. This is absolutely ridiculous.

Date of experience: April 9, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Kenneth. We are very sorry that your item was missing from the package. We have now issued a full and complete refund for your order. Please allow 2-7 business days for the refund to post back to your original form of payment. Sincerely, Karmen

Australia
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Ordered a jersey and did not receive a receipt or confirmation. Got the order number from my PayPal account. Have sent numerous emails to Fanatics and the only one reply I received is stating that the process of my order is 'picking' and then advising if we have any further problems to call them on... Then no phone number or alternative contact.

Very dissapointed, frustrated and seems I can't do anything about it.

Date of experience: April 7, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Jemyer, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that you were unable to get any further information regarding your order. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, you order was shipped out on 26/03/2020. It can take up to 20 business days to be delivered. If you have not received the package by later than 21/04/2020, you can contact our international site at Contact Information: +44 (0) 330 222 0386 or customer.services@fanatics-intl.com​. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Michigan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have received multiple products that were either damaged or not what was advertised, and have been shipped products that were clearly used.

Date of experience: April 6, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Mark, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that you received the wrong hat. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. Upon review, a request to the warehouse was made to make sure the correct hat is replaced and shipped out to you. Once the label, has been created, you will receive a shipping confirmation email. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Illinois
1 review
8 helpful votes
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I ordered a long sleeve University of Illinois shirt today (4/1/20). The total came out to be 23.68. I look at my bank account statement and see that there are two charges for 23.99 taken out of my bank account from Fanatics ( a total of 48.98). Their live chat does not work and when i called the first time, the lady hung up on me. However, the second time, another lady gladly helped me, but they could not refund it to me. I am not sure what to say as the other reviews are not too promising so I am hoping I did not just get robbed of $47.98.

Date of experience: April 1, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Tom, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that appears that two charges were taken out of your account. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. It appears that there were two pending transaction. But only one transaction was approved. Please contact your financial institution to verify the charges. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Juliain

New York
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
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FAIL
March 31, 2020

Bought Dallas Cowboys slippers and after 5 days they busted on the side of the right slipper. I contacted customer service and Atul wanted to send me a shipping label and wanted me to return the item to a shipper company despite Coronavirus restrictions in place. I requested a label for UPS to pick up the package from my door but Atul refused to do that. I explained the COVID 19 restrictions but that didnt matter to Atul now I have damaged slippers and NO refund.

Date of experience: March 30, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Monique, thank you for your feedback! I am very sorry that the item was defective. Our number one concern is customer satisfaction. You have up to 90 days to contact of a defective or damaged items. Our company hopes that with this pandemic everybody can get back to normality. When you are no longer restricted, you can have the packaged dropped off at any local post office or FedEx store. Once again, I apologize for any frustration this may have caused you. Sincerely, Julian

Colorado
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I gave a 2 star review because it would only let you leave a review with 2 stars. I ordered 2 costum Jerseys and when I was sent an email confirmation of my order they sent me the generic picture without the number and last name when I received my confirmation and seen that they didn't put the number and name on the confirmation i emailed them to make sure they put all the correct information on the Jersey, but I never recieved an email confirmation from my email so I looked relentlessly for a phone number and they don't even have a phone number to call customer service. I recieved my Jerseys 2 weeks later and of course both of the Jerseys were missing a letter so after 3 different times emailing customer service I was told custom Jerseys are all sales final and if I sent the Jerseys back they would donate the Jerseys and receive no compensation. This was the first time I have ordered from Fanitics and the LAST TIME for sure. I have ordered 13 custom Jerseys from nfl.com and never not ounce had a problem. When I get an email confirmation from nfl.com they put all my order information in the email and if i spell something wrong i have a chance to fix at that time and that's the way all custom orders/all orders should be handled. Fanatics, you lost a customer forever and you probably don't even care. And like i said at the beginning of this review you can't even give you 1 star, you click on 1 star and automatically 2 stars pop up. TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE, TERRIBLE!
Do not do it, buy elsewhere!

Date of experience: March 29, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Richard, we apologize for the troubles you've been caused. Upon review of the order, we can confirm the customization was entered at checkout as received, but we understand it's no longer desired. We have sent a follow up email with more information and return instructions. We hope this helps! Sincerely, Chastity

KR
1 review
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Maribell is the best customer agent. When I was in trouble in dealing refunding/exchange problems with customer service, she solved my problems almost everything. Her effort made me a loyal customer. Thanks again from here.

Date of experience: March 26, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello JH S, we are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with us. Thank you for taking the time to let us know! We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again soon. Sincerely, Julian

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Customer Servic3e
March 27, 2020

Cristin took care of the shipping confusion. Will continue to use Fanatics for my sports purchases. Thank You

Date of experience: March 26, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Patrick, we are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with us. Thank you for taking the time to let us know! We look forward to the opportunity to serve you again soon. Sincerely, Julian

Virginia
1 review
5 helpful votes
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They sent wrong replacement items twice. They are wrong colors and the rep was trying to argue with customer. I never had this kind of customer service. In my life ever. Very rude and unprofessional.

If you receive a wrong item, don't try to replace it. Just ask for free return and sent it back. Then look for another retailers.

Date of experience: March 19, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

Hello Joon, thank you for your feedback! I was unable to locate an order with the information that you have provided. Could you please private message us your email address so I can locate an order? Sincerely, Julian

Idaho
2 reviews
16 helpful votes
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2nd rude problem
March 16, 2020

My first complaint was a couple of years ago, when I paid for advance delivery guaranteed before the day... no major weather... no notice in a delay. I ordered for my mom and she didn't receive it before the game. I contacted them part and they replied... this will be the on and only time they would refund my urgent shipping (are you effing kidding me) I should of known. Returning one item is a cost of 9.99. I am dead set and will never order from them again.

Date of experience: March 16, 2020
Nigel P. — Fanatics Rep
over a year old

We apologize for any inconvenience regarding your order. As a one time only courtesy we have waived the return fees on this order. Please be advised that the return fees have been waived on our end but will still show on the return label as we do not have a way to remove that information. The return label is pre-paid. You will not be charged to use it and we will not deduct the return fee from your refund. We also want to let you know you are not required to use our pre-paid return label to return your items. Sincerely, Karmen