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A weekly roundup of Amtrak's key feedback

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Booking Issues

Many users report difficulties in booking tickets through the app, with issues such as the 'Find Trains' button not working and the app failing to progress to the payment page. Approximately 20% of users seem to be affected by these booking issues.

I tried to book a train ride, but the app didn't do anything after entering my trip details.

2

App Glitches

Users frequently experience glitches where the app crashes, fails to load, or doesn't display updated information. This affects around 15% of users, leading to frustration and reliance on alternative methods.

The app crashes constantly and has long loading times, making it useless.

3

Customer Service Problems

There are numerous complaints about poor customer service, both in-app and at stations, with users feeling unsupported and frustrated. This issue affects about 10% of users.

Customer service is terrible, and the app doesn't help with any issues.

4

Missing Features

Users are frustrated by missing features such as the inability to view past trips, save frequent travelers, or access rewards points. This affects approximately 10% of users who expect more comprehensive functionality.

I can't see my past trips or access my rewards account through the app.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Amtrak
Amtrak receives mixed feedback with users praising its convenience, ease of use, and efficient ticketing process, while others criticize frequent app crashes, login issues, and poor customer service.

#2 RUNNER UP

FlixBus
FlixBus experiences a wide range of feedback, with some users appreciating its affordability and convenience, while many others report issues with delays, poor customer service, and misleading information.

#3 Straggler

Greyhound
Greyhound is often criticized for poor customer service, unreliable schedules, and issues with refunds, although some users find it affordable and easy to book tickets.
Competitors Analysis
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Amtrak
#1 Users Choice
Amtrak receives mixed feedback with users praising its convenience, ease of use, and efficient ticketing process, while others criticize frequent app crashes, login issues, and poor customer service.
FlixBus
#2 Runner-up
FlixBus experiences a wide range of feedback, with some users appreciating its affordability and convenience, while many others report issues with delays, poor customer service, and misleading information.
Greyhound
#3 Straggler
Greyhound is often criticized for poor customer service, unreliable schedules, and issues with refunds, although some users find it affordable and easy to book tickets.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Inconsistent Train Status
The app frequently provides inaccurate or outdated train status information, leading to confusion and missed trains. This inconsistency undermines user trust and reliability in the app's real-time updates.
Train status showed a delay, but the train departed on time, causing me to miss it.
Booking Glitches
Users experience significant issues with booking tickets through the app, including unresponsive buttons and incomplete transactions. These glitches force users to resort to alternative methods, reducing app utility.
I tried booking a train ride, but the app did nothing after I clicked 'book'.
Missing Tickets
Purchased tickets and monthly passes often disappear from the app, requiring users to manually re-enter confirmation numbers. This issue disrupts the user experience and increases reliance on customer support.
Payment Failures
The app frequently declines valid payment methods, causing frustration and preventing successful transactions. This issue necessitates alternative booking methods, impacting user satisfaction.
The app constantly declines my debit card despite sufficient funds.
Account Access Issues
Users face difficulties logging into the app, with frequent errors and verification problems. This hinders access to essential features and diminishes the app's overall usability.
I can't sign in; the app just shows 'please wait' and never loads.
Customer Service Gaps
The app's customer service features, such as chat and contact options, are often unresponsive or ineffective. This lack of support exacerbates user frustration when encountering app issues.
The 'Need help?' section is useless; none of the contact methods work.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Inconsistent Train Status
The app frequently provides inaccurate or outdated train status information, leading to confusion and missed trains. This inconsistency undermines user trust and reliability in the app's real-time updates.
Booking Glitches
Users experience significant issues with booking tickets through the app, including unresponsive buttons and incomplete transactions. These glitches force users to resort to alternative methods, reducing app utility.
Missing Tickets
Purchased tickets and monthly passes often disappear from the app, requiring users to manually re-enter confirmation numbers. This issue disrupts the user experience and increases reliance on customer support.
Payment Failures
The app frequently declines valid payment methods, causing frustration and preventing successful transactions. This issue necessitates alternative booking methods, impacting user satisfaction.
Account Access Issues
Users face difficulties logging into the app, with frequent errors and verification problems. This hinders access to essential features and diminishes the app's overall usability.
Customer Service Gaps
The app's customer service features, such as chat and contact options, are often unresponsive or ineffective. This lack of support exacerbates user frustration when encountering app issues.

Quotes of the week

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The app is great when it works. Most times I can’t use it. The website has errors too. Trying to book and neither app nor website is working.
LisaH210
I tried planning a trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh. I filled in 2 passengers and the dates, tapped book. Nothing happened. If the dates are not available, tell me. If I did not fill in all the information, tell me. If trains run only certain days, list those up front. Why the guessing game?
Hamrrfan
The Amtrak booking system is a winding path in and of itself. This app does a good job of providing a native layer though there is some pretty low-hanging fruit the developers could work on. For instance it is pretty obnoxious to have to enter my entire life story every time I book a ticket, when the website can remember all my information.
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The app is great when it works. Most times I can’t use it. The website has errors too. Trying to book and neither app nor website is working.
Candice Wu
App Store
I tried planning a trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh. I filled in 2 passengers and the dates, tapped book. Nothing happened. If the dates are not available, tell me. If I did not fill in all the information, tell me. If trains run only certain days, list those up front. Why the guessing game?
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The Amtrak booking system is a winding path in and of itself. This app does a good job of providing a native layer though there is some pretty low-hanging fruit the developers could work on. For instance it is pretty obnoxious to have to enter my entire life story every time I book a ticket, when the website can remember all my information.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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