My travel plans changed at the last minute and I had to cancel my reservation. Granted, I called Wisecars more than 48 hours before my reservation. Customer service cancelled in moments, fully refunded. Confirmation emails received instantly. Whole process took less than 5 minutes.
I easily found a wide selection of cars at competitive prices. The customer support team was attentive, and responsive, and provided valuable assistance throughout the booking process. When I arrived to pick up my rental, everything was well-organized and efficient. I highly recommend WiseCars for their professionalism, excellent service, and commitment to ensuring a seamless car rental experience.
Dear Noah,
It's wonderful to hear that you had a positive experience with us! The availability of a wide selection of cars at competitive prices is definitely a plus when it comes to finding the right rental vehicle. Efficiency and organization are key factors when it comes to the pick-up process, and it's great to know that we excelled in these areas.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
Good service!
Wisecars is an excellent car rental company that I highly recommend to anyone in need of reliable transportation. From the moment I first contacted them, their team was incredibly helpful and professional. They went out of their way to answer all of my questions and make the rental process as smooth as possible.
Dear Kai,
Thank you for sharing your customer service experience with the community!
It's great to hear that your rental went smoothly and our team could assist you in regards to any queries.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
Wisecars exceeded my expectations in every way possible. Their website was easy to navigate, and I was able to find a great deal on a rental car for my trip. Their customer service team was friendly and knowledgeable, and they were able to answer all of my questions and provide valuable advice. When I needed to modify my reservation, the process was quick and straightforward, and I never felt like I was being charged hidden fees or costs. Overall, I was extremely impressed with Wisecars and would definitely use them again for any future car rental needs.
Dear Roman,
Thank you for sharing your Wisecars experience with us!
We're thrilled to hear our agents provided you with excellent assistance and can't wait to have you back the next time.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
I rented a car for my holidays through Wisecars as it was much cheaper than going directly with the car rental company. The procedure was easy, important information was highlighted. I was a bit worried about the pick up, but it turned out just as easy! I showed the voucher, signed the papers with the supplier and went on the trip! I would definitely recommend.
Dear Wiktor,
Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us!
We're thrilled to hear that you found our rental process easy and that the important information was highlighted. We understand that the pick-up process can sometimes be a concern, but we're glad to hear that it went smoothly for you.
We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you with your future car rental needs. Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
I recently used Wisecars to book a rental car for a family vacation, and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed with their service. The entire booking process was seamless and hassle-free, thanks to their easy-to-use website and intuitive user interface. Furthermore, the prices offered by Wisecars were highly competitive, and the car I rented was in excellent condition. I appreciated the transparency of their pricing and the fact that there were no hidden fees or charges.
Dear Tuuli,
Thank you for your excellent rating!
We're more than happy to hear that your rental went smoothly and hope you choose us again for your next trip.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
The customer support I received throughout the entire process was outstanding. The WiseCars team was responsive, and knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to address any questions or concerns I had. They provided valuable guidance in selecting the right car for my needs, ensuring that I had a smooth and enjoyable rental experience. Upon arriving at the rental location, I was pleased to find that WiseCars had partnered with reputable car rental companies. The vehicle I received was in excellent condition, clean, and well-maintained, which further enhanced my overall satisfaction.
Dear Tony,
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about our customer support, rental guidance, and the condition of the vehicle you rented. It's great to hear that you had an outstanding experience with us!
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
Overall, I am quite satisfied, except for the additional costs.
I booked a car with Sixt for 3 days, as the offer was quite affordable, so I booked it right away. However, when I was in Scotland, I had to pay a location fee and a young driver fee of 300€ for the 3 days. In total, the car cost me 600€ for 3 days.
So, it wasn't a bargain, but it was not more expensive than other providers in general.
The car was as expected from Sixt - very new, clean, and with good service.
Dear Paul,
Thank you for your review!
We're glad you're satisfied with your rental. Please note that if you change your age through wisecars.com during the booking process, the system will show you the offers with any age-related fee included. If not, you will have to pay it additionally at the counter.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
We had to cancel within the 48-hour deadline. Despite extenuating circumstances, they insisted on retaining a 20% cancellation fee. I asked for a supervisor review. I was later informed that a supervisor did review the case and preferred to stick with their rigid policy rather than consider their customer's situation. They neglected to inform me of the supervisor's involvement. They care more about claiming every penny than about customer service. They lost me as a future customer.
Dear Justin,
Thank you for reaching out to us!
After checking your booking, you contacted us once the 48h cancellation window had already expired. Considering that this was a medical emergency, we agreed to refund you for your booking minus the No-Show fees that were already charged to us by the supplier. The refund represented more than 80% of the amount you paid to us.
The reason we have a 48h cancellation policy is because after this window, the supplier takes payment for the booking. We think this is a fair resolution as this was a violation of our Terms of Service and the only amount kept was the fees that were already charged to us by the supplier.
I apologize if our service did not meet our expectations but we have a special procedure for these cases that cannot be broken on the basis of a customer's satisfaction.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
Do not use this car rental agency. They will not stand by you when their supply chain fails to meet your needs. Pay a few dollars more because you truly get what you pay for folks.
All rates and policies are subject to variation from company to company, and each company's performance is cloaked behind the veil called Wisecars. If you were to use this site effectively, you'd need to sleuth every rental option with a fairly specific Google search to understand what you're getting yourself into.
Our flight was late to arrive, and the rental car company decided to close before allowing us to pickup the vehicle. Apparently, for this branch of this company, this was par for the course. Neither company would help support my family as we were stranded at an unknown airport in an unknown place in the middle of the night. No options to get a car, and no refunds.
Hello!
Thank you for the feedback!
Unfortunately, I was not able to find your reservation. If your flight is delayed or missed, please let our customer support know as soon as possible. You can contact our customer support at support@wisecars.com
Regards,
Rachel from Wisecars
This company is completely classless. Their customer service is downright scary. Their rates may be good, but let it be known that if you have any customer service issues, they will turn the other way and steal your money. Good luck trying to get it back as they care exactly 0% for their customers.
Scam, scam, scam... Yes, they have an "out" with their vague fine print that says if you don't comply with whatever the local rental agency requires, you lose your deposit. There is NO way to know what the local firm requires so they can require a card type you don't have or create new fees you never expected! Oh, and fine print fo the local agency - still not specific - sent less than 48 hours of travel! Wisecars does not care. Do NOT use this agency! Note: they will reply to negative reviews stating that all of this is in their terms and conditions. I reiterate: their terms and conditions are intentionally vague to protect them and screw the consumer when the local agency creates more fees or requirements that are unexpected.
Hello!
Thank you for the feedback!
In your supplier's terms and conditions, there is written that a credit card in the name of the driver is required when you pick up your rental car. Please reach out to our customer support team at support@wisecars.com.
Regards,
Rachel from Wisecars
My experience was extremely poor...they require a non-refundable deposit if you don't cancel within a certain time frame of when you are going to rent, however only provide you restrictions tied to rental (in my case, limited to Florida and Georgia by the firm they choose - Fox Car Rental) very late in the process and, more importantly in VERY fine print that required clicking on 4 separate links to get to the document. Early in the process they make vague references to "read the car rental agency restrictions" however those are not made available until late in the process (in my case, 48 hours before pick-up). In my case, we got to the airport, Fox refused to rent to us as we were going to Delaware...Fox indicated to us that you'll get a full refund (even put it in writing), but Wisecars refused to provide a refund based on the fact that we didn't show-up (we did). I had to eat the cost and rent at Avis for $300.00 more. Wisecars refused to provide a refund even though it was disputed on my credit card. From my perspective, Wisecars has deceptive business practices that boarder on fraud.
Dear Logan,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We regret that your experience did not meet your expectations, and we would like to address the points you've raised.
Firstly, the pre-paid amount you paid is not a deposit but a payment for the rental days. Upon arrival, you only need to pay the taxes and fees directly to the rental location.
Secondly, the restrictions and terms of the rental are indeed available before proceeding with payment. These are outlined in the Supplier Terms and Conditions, which we require our customers to read and accept before making a booking. It is not possible to complete a booking without agreeing to these terms.
Lastly, regarding the No-Show policy, this does not necessarily imply that you did not physically show up. A No-Show can occur for various reasons, including not complying with the supplier's terms at the counter. Unfortunately, No-Shows are not eligible for a refund as per our Terms of Service, which was why the chargeback was resolved in our favor.
We appreciate your understanding. If you have further questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team at support@wisecars.com.
Regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
This company is a straight scam. I attempted to rent a car from them for a few days for $535. After paying and going to pick up the rental I was told that I had to pay an additional $600, which was never mentioned. I refused to pay and they refused to refund me my $535 back. I read other reviews from this company after this had happened and that is a common scam they run on people.
Hello!
Thank you for the feedback!
Unfortunately, I was unable to find your reservation. Wisecars deals mainly include basic rental rates, but all other extras are presented during booking. Please contact our customer support, they can provide a more detailed answer. You can contact our customer support at support@wisecars.com
Regards,
Rachel from Wisecars
Was told we had our reservation for $550 and that no other person would have to provide a credit card for the rental. However, upon getting the rental not only were we required to provide another credit card (that of the driver) but it was then charged over double what we had already paid for the rental. Customer service told us "go check with the rental company" and that there is nothing they can do but sometimes this does happen and they apologize. Will not be using them again and do not recommend anyone use them either.
Dear Trent,
I am sorry for the experience you had, Wisecars always tries to make the rental seamless for our customers.
I would love to help you, but I cannot seem to find the reservation with only your name. Would you be so kind to reach out to our Customer Support at support@wisecars.com?
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars
Terms and conditions are misleading and not provided fully until after credit card is changed. I was told as purchaser of vehicle I didn't need to be present and the driver only needed to be. When I called budget to confirm details, I was told I had to be present. If I was not then driver could present their credit card but would be recharged for full rental plus $200 service fee. This company is fraudulent and misleading. They are shady and deceptive and will not issue a refund because it's my fault for not reading terms and conditions. It is their fault for saying I didn't need to be present but essentially if I'm not they make money and then the car rental place takes more.
Dear Tammy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We deeply regret to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations and for any inconvenience you may have faced.
We strive to ensure clear and transparent communication with our customers. We certainly understand how essential it is to provide comprehensive terms and conditions before any transaction takes place. If any part of this process was unclear, we sincerely apologize.
From your comments, it appears that there might have been some misunderstanding regarding the presence of the purchaser at the time of vehicle pick-up. We'd like to look into this matter further to ensure that we resolve this issue and improve our services in the future.
Could you kindly provide us with your booking reference number? This will help us investigate the matter more thoroughly. We strongly encourage you to reach out to our dedicated support team at support@wisecars.com, who will be able to assist you with this issue. We assure you that our team will work tirelessly to address your concerns and strive to provide a more satisfactory outcome.
Once again, we apologize for any misunderstandings and assure you that we will do everything in our power to rectify the situation. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we appreciate your patience as we work through this together.
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
Dreadful. No car available upon collection despite booking - left high and dry at the airport. Took 2 weeks to obtain my refund after perusing it further through bank dispute. Kept being fobbed off by Wisecars. Avoid at all cost!
Hello Hazel!
I believe I was able to identify your reservation.
We have refunded the reservation from our side and the bank dispute has not reached us yet. Please contact your bank to confirm you've received a refund.
I have asked our support team leaders to review if all our processes were properly followed. Thank you for the feedback.
Do not hesitate to contact us again.
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars
DO NOT rent from this company! They denied me refund of a rental fee by saying I was a no show because I did not have a credit card. I've never had trouble renting from a company with a debit card before, even internationally, and don't even own a credit card. Never mind that I had already paid the majority of the rental fee and only owed a small amount or that the no debit card policy was not included in the confirmation email. Or the fact that their policy is buried in the terms and conditions and not obvious on their website. I was not even offered a partial refund. I was simply out of luck and had to scramble to rent from another company at a higher rate. They do NOT care. I will NEVER rent from them again.
Dear Dorothea,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us, and I want to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your recent rental attempt. We value your input, and I'd like to provide some context regarding our credit card requirement.
The requirement for a credit card in the main driver's name is set by our supplier to mitigate fraud and ensure a smooth rental experience for all our customers. We understand that this may differ from your previous experiences with other rental companies that accept debit cards, even internationally. While we strive to provide a comprehensive and transparent booking process, I'm sorry to hear that the credit card requirement wasn't as evident as you expected.
We do make every effort to communicate this requirement clearly throughout the booking flow, in our terms and conditions, and in emails sent after booking. I understand your frustration with the situation, and it's truly regrettable that you were caught off guard. We are continuously working to enhance the clarity of our policies and will consider your feedback in this regard.
Regarding the issue of the no-show and the partial refund, our team follows a standard procedure when customers are unable to meet the credit card requirement, which includes declaring a no-show. Your experience is important to us, and we genuinely regret that you had to seek an alternative rental option at a higher cost. We understand the frustration this may have caused, and we will take your feedback to heart to improve our service in the future.
We do care about our customers, and I would like to assure you that your feedback is valuable in helping us to enhance our policies and communication. If you ever consider renting from us again, please feel free to reach out directly, and we will do our best to ensure a smoother experience for you.
Once again, I'm sorry for any inconvenience you experienced, and we appreciate your understanding and patience.
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.
They hide behind their Terms and Conditions, they pay their suppliers in advance, and can't get their money back from their service providers if anything goes wrong. Stick with renting direct from rental companies.
Wisecars est une arnaque et des voleurs! Service client impossible à avoir au téléphone, déplorable et incompétent! A eviter absolument!
J'ai prépaye un véhicule pour 375€ et arriver à l'agence partenaire, je ne pouvais pas la récupérer à cause d'une carte bancaire différente de celle de la réservation car voler juste avant le voyage…
Le conseiller m'a dit « t'inquiètes, pas de problème tant que tu as une autre carte à ton nom »
Maintenant c'est la guerre avec eux par échange de mails pour essayer de me faire rembourser!
Je ne céderai pas devant ces voleurs tant qu'ils ne m'auront pas remboursé!
Bonjour,
Merci d'avoir partagé votre expérience. Nous sommes désolés d'apprendre les difficultés que vous avez rencontrées et souhaitons clarifier notre politique afin d'éviter des problèmes similaires à l'avenir.
La carte utilisée pour la réservation n'est pas exigée au bureau de location; le fournisseur ne dispose d'aucune information sur la carte que vous avez utilisée pour le paiement en ligne avec Wisecars. Pour des raisons de sécurité et de vérification, nos fournisseurs exigent qu'une carte de crédit au nom du conducteur principal soit présentée lors du ramassage. Cette carte sert à effectuer un dépôt de garantie et à confirmer l'identité du locataire, garantissant ainsi la protection du véhicule.
Toutes ces informations sont indiquées à plusieurs reprises au cours du processus de réservation; nous faisons accepter aux clients nos termes et conditions et la politique de carte de crédit du fournisseur lors de la réservation, et nous envoyons également un e-mail vous rappelant que vous devez présenter une carte de crédit au nom du conducteur principal pour laisser le dépôt de garantie.
Malheureusement, si les documents requis et une carte de crédit au nom du conducteur principal ne sont pas présentés, l'agence de location considère la réservation comme une non-présentation et vous n'êtes pas éligible à un remboursement conformément à notre politique.
Salutations,
Rachel de Wisecars.
Answer: Hello Matthew! For the United States, (646) 813-0129 is the correct number for contacting Wisecars. If there is no response please try again after a bit- sometimes we receive numerous calls at once. You can also email us at support@wisecars.com or contact us via other platforms: https://www.wisecars.com/en-gb/faq#contactSection. Kind regards, Rachel from Wisecars
Wisecars has a rating of 2.1 stars from 137 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Wisecars most frequently mention credit card and rental company. Wisecars ranks 186th among Car Rental sites.
Hello!
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We understand that travel plans can change unexpectedly, and we're glad to hear that our customer service team was able to assist you promptly and efficiently.
At Wisecars, we strive to provide excellent customer service and make the reservation process as convenient as possible. We're pleased that our team was able to cancel your reservation quickly, issue a full refund, and promptly send you the necessary confirmation emails. We aim to make any necessary changes or cancellations hassle-free for our customers.
Have a nice day!
Kind regards,
Rachel from Wisecars.