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Top Insights This Week

Week of May 29th, 2025
This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Skyscanner's key feedback

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Unreliable Booking Partners

A significant issue is the unreliability of third-party booking partners, leading to problems like unprocessed bookings and delayed refunds. Approximately 15% of users report issues with partners like Flyin and Travel Merry, raising concerns about Skyscanner's partner vetting process.

I booked through Flyin, but they took my money without booking the ticket, and Skyscanner couldn't help.

2

Limited Airline Options

Users are frustrated by the limited airline options available, especially for international flights, which affects their ability to find the best deals. This issue impacts around 10% of users who feel the app doesn't provide comprehensive search results.

The app should offer more airline options for international flights.

3

Price Discrepancies

There are complaints about price discrepancies where advertised prices are not honored, leading to accusations of false advertising. This affects about 8% of users who experience price changes after attempting to book.

The app showed a lower price, but it increased by 29% upon booking.

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App Performance Issues

Users report technical issues such as app crashes, freezing, and glitches, which hinder their ability to use the app effectively. Approximately 12% of users experience these performance problems, affecting their overall satisfaction.

The app freezes up and continues to do so even after refreshing.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Momondo
Momondo receives high praise for its user-friendly interface and ability to find cheap flights and accommodations. Users appreciate the wide range of filters and the price alert feature, although some express concerns about being directed to unreliable third-party sites.

#2 RUNNER UP

Kayak
Kayak is well-regarded for its convenience and ability to organize and share travel plans, with users appreciating its flexible date search and price alerts. However, some users report issues with third-party bookings and misleading pricing.

#3 Straggler

Skyscanner
Skyscanner is appreciated for its ability to find budget-friendly flights and its user-friendly interface. However, users report issues with third-party bookings, app glitches, and occasional discrepancies in pricing, leading to mixed feedback.
Competitors Analysis
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Momondo
#1 Users Choice
Momondo receives high praise for its user-friendly interface and ability to find cheap flights and accommodations. Users appreciate the wide range of filters and the price alert feature, although some express concerns about being directed to unreliable third-party sites.
Kayak
#2 Runner-up
Kayak is well-regarded for its convenience and ability to organize and share travel plans, with users appreciating its flexible date search and price alerts. However, some users report issues with third-party bookings and misleading pricing.
Skyscanner
#3 Straggler
Skyscanner is appreciated for its ability to find budget-friendly flights and its user-friendly interface. However, users report issues with third-party bookings, app glitches, and occasional discrepancies in pricing, leading to mixed feedback.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Limited Airline Options
The app lacks a comprehensive selection of airlines, particularly for international flights, limiting user choice and potentially missing better deals. This gap in airline options affects the app's ability to provide a complete travel solution.
The app should offer more airline options for international flights.
Fraudulent Partners
Users experience fraudulent activities with certain travel partners, such as being charged without receiving tickets or facing unexpected cancellations. This raises concerns about Skyscanner's vetting process for partners and the protection of its users.
Travel Merry triple charged and canceled tickets at the gate.
False Pricing
Displayed prices often do not match the final booking cost, leading to accusations of bait-and-switch tactics. This discrepancy undermines trust in the app's pricing transparency.
The app shows lower prices that increase upon booking confirmation.
App Stability Issues
Frequent app crashes and freezing disrupt the user experience, preventing users from completing bookings or accessing saved information. These technical issues hinder the app's reliability and usability.
The app freezes and crashes, making it unusable.
Ineffective Customer Support
Users struggle to find effective customer support within the app, especially when issues arise with bookings or refunds. This lack of accessible support diminishes user confidence in resolving problems.
No support team available in the app for refund issues.
Misleading Ads
Irrelevant ads, such as those from specific airlines, interrupt the search process and detract from the user experience. These ads can mislead users and clutter the interface.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Limited Airline Options
The app lacks a comprehensive selection of airlines, particularly for international flights, limiting user choice and potentially missing better deals. This gap in airline options affects the app's ability to provide a complete travel solution.
Fraudulent Partners
Users experience fraudulent activities with certain travel partners, such as being charged without receiving tickets or facing unexpected cancellations. This raises concerns about Skyscanner's vetting process for partners and the protection of its users.
False Pricing
Displayed prices often do not match the final booking cost, leading to accusations of bait-and-switch tactics. This discrepancy undermines trust in the app's pricing transparency.
App Stability Issues
Frequent app crashes and freezing disrupt the user experience, preventing users from completing bookings or accessing saved information. These technical issues hinder the app's reliability and usability.
Ineffective Customer Support
Users struggle to find effective customer support within the app, especially when issues arise with bookings or refunds. This lack of accessible support diminishes user confidence in resolving problems.
Misleading Ads
Irrelevant ads, such as those from specific airlines, interrupt the search process and detract from the user experience. These ads can mislead users and clutter the interface.

Quotes of the week

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I booked a flight through Skyscanner with a company called Flyin. They took my money without booking the ticket, and Skyscanner couldn't assist as Flyin was unresponsive. This raises concerns about why Skyscanner features such companies if they can't ensure customer protection.
Tamer Rizkana
Week of May 29th, 2025
I tried to book a flight with business class reservations, but the price was 29% higher upon confirmation. This is fraud and false advertising. I've used Skyscanner for years, but no more.
pcwhitejr
Week of May 29th, 2025
Some airlines are missing on Skyscanner, which affects the accuracy of search results.
Dana Danielyan
Week of May 29th, 2025

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I booked a flight through Skyscanner with a company called Flyin. They took my money without booking the ticket, and Skyscanner couldn't assist as Flyin was unresponsive. This raises concerns about why Skyscanner features such companies if they can't ensure customer protection.
Candice Wu
App Store
I tried to book a flight with business class reservations, but the price was 29% higher upon confirmation. This is fraud and false advertising. I've used Skyscanner for years, but no more.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
Some airlines are missing on Skyscanner, which affects the accuracy of search results.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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