--- title: LivingSocial Reviews meta\_title: 'LivingSocial Reviews 2026: Details, Pricing, & Features | G2' meta\_description: Filter 19 reviews by the users' company size, role or industry to find out how LivingSocial works for a business like yours. aggregate\_rating: rating\_value: 3.8 review\_count: 19 scale: '5' date\_modified: '2026-08-07' parent\_category: name: B2B Marketplaces url: https://www.g2.com/categories/b2b-marketplaces ---

# LivingSocial Reviews & Product Details

LivingSocial is the local marketplace to buy and share the best things to do in your city and beyond. With unique and diverse offerings each day, we inspire members to discover everything from weekend excursions to one-of-a kind events and experiences to exclusive gourmet dinners to seasonal family outings and more.

* * *

Seller
[Groupon](https://www.g2.com/sellers/groupon-c6f8c779-0f0e-4418-b7a4-4a6d213e19de)
Discussions
[LivingSocial Community](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/discuss)

Show More

## Value at a Glance

Averages based on real user reviews.

### Time to Implement

3 months

### Perceived Cost

$$$$$

[
View More Pricing Information
](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/pricing)

## Top-Rated Alternatives

[

 ![Vagaro](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Vagaro")

Vagaro

4.6/5(393)

](https://www.g2.com/products/vagaro/reviews)

[

 ![Travelzoo](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Travelzoo")

Travelzoo

4.2/5(52)

](https://www.g2.com/products/travelzoo/reviews)

[

 ![Gilt](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gilt")

Gilt

4.1/5(26)

](https://www.g2.com/products/gilt/reviews)

[
View All Alternatives
](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/competitors/alternatives)

## User Insights

Average based on 19 real user reviews.

Implementation Time

3 months

Perceived Cost

$$$$$

[Log in to unlock pricing and user insights](/login)

IA

Ibrahim A.

Accounts Executive

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

11/1/2018

"Okay app but groupon always has better deals for corporate"

4/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

Good and cheap deals - you find a wide array of things and I like the fact that you can sort by price and view specific deals for your company Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

I don't like how its very individualized (for the individual consumer) and not very much geared towards larger corporate groups (i.e. 12+ people). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LivingSocial:

Play around and look at different areas/cities to find better deals Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

It helps us organize fun work events and social gatherings for the team. Benefits: everyone gets much closer after a competitive round of bowling. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Judea H.](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Judea H.")
JH

Judea H.

Family educator/ Special education teacher

Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.)

10/17/2018

"Cheap thrills"

5/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

I love how I can get great deals on all local activities for me and my son to do when we are bored on a weekend. I’ve found things to do, and clothes to wear on the site. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

Sometimes, it takes a while for some things to load and I wish they let you buy more than 1 a day on some items. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

I’m a teacher, so finding cheap deals on supplies and using some outings on field trips are great for me. I used a voucher I purchased on T-shirt’s for me classroom. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Financial Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Financial Services")
GF

Verified User in Financial Services

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/1/2018

"Living social review "

4/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

I like the overall marketing platform of living social being able to offer product and services on a large scale at a nominal fee Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

I living social does not market as aggressively as its competitors Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

I am able to expand my market reach further by utilizing living social and my services are viewed by its audience. I have realized how important it is to broaden our reach. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Higher Education](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Higher Education")
GH

Verified User in Higher Education

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/1/2018

"Living"

5/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

It is easy to use. You can find what you are looking for very easy. Wide selection of products and services. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

I have not found anything that I disliked. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LivingSocial:

There are so many benefits LivingSocial offers that will benefit any organization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

Being able to find products and services at a competitive price is always good for any company. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Internet](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Internet")
GI

Verified User in Internet

Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.)

10/31/2018

"Decent Deals and Finds"

2.5/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

I like that you can search by city and find pretty good deals on events, food, and self care. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

It's interface isn't as user friendly as other similar websites. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

We were hoping to make it easier for HR to find social events in our area. It makes it easier to find social events in our area. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Information Technology and Services](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Information Technology and Services")
GI

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (\> 1000 emp.)

11/1/2018

"good, but not great"

2.5/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

I like the broad range of categories, but they need to continue to explore and grow Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

While they have a broad range of categories, they usually run short of something I want or need when looking for it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LivingSocial:

Keep using it, they are headed in the right direction Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

the ability to leverage multiple resources (categories) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Marketing and Advertising](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Marketing and Advertising")
GM

Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/1/2018

"Living Social Review"

2.5/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

Ability to provide various types of discounts for clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

Lack of quality businesses and tracking capabilities have been sub-par. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LivingSocial:

It's a great platform to start gaining foot traffic, but profitability and ROI are not long-term solutions for businesses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

Attempts to increase customer base by gaining foot traffic for networks of clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Education Management](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Education Management")
GE

Verified User in Education Management

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

10/3/2018

"Preschools"

4/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

Easy to use and you can receive emails from Living Social daily. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

Would like to see more education schools using this site Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

Attracting families that otherwise would not know how to get. enrollment increasing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

10/18/2018
Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

 ![Verified User in Entertainment](/assets/icons/anonymous-avatar-purple-4ae1032bdb50ee5682003170c8184aee790d25958bd397abbd384ba52c596a7b.svg "Verified User in Entertainment")
GE

Verified User in Entertainment

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/17/2018

"Outplayed"

3/5

What do you like best about LivingSocial?

Site is easy for potential customers to navigate Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about LivingSocial?

Has lost it's local appeal and I get the feeling it's customer base has dropped. Vendors seem sketchy from time to time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering LivingSocial:

Has lost it's original appeal and users don't trust the products anymore Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is LivingSocial solving and how is that benefiting you?

More attention on new products Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Show More

Validated ReviewerIncentivizedSource: G2 invite

## Pricing Insights

Averages based on real user reviews.

### Time to Implement

3 months

### Perceived Cost

$$$$$

[
View More Pricing Information
](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/pricing)

LivingSocial Comparisons

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_d57970700cbaec2e86afe4b6777ac24b/groupon.jpg "Product Avatar Image")

Groupon

4.2/5(91)

[
Compare Now
](https://www.g2.com/compare/groupon-vs-livingsocial)

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_6a45fd213ae241046ee1b5d22515d7ec/vagaro.png "Product Avatar Image")

Vagaro

4.6/5(393)

[
Compare Now
](https://www.g2.com/compare/livingsocial-vs-vagaro)

 ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_a8fe9b175865397eab4d0d252da8a592/travelzoo.jpg "Product Avatar Image")

Travelzoo

4.2/5(52)

[
Compare Now
](https://www.g2.com/compare/livingsocial-vs-travelzoo)

##### 
##### LivingSocial Features

Analytics

Merchant Marketing

Redemption

Coupon Redemption

Payment Gateway

[
View More Features
](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/features)

## Work at Groupon?

Claim this profile to respond to reviews, update product info, and reach in-market buyers.

[
Claim this profile
](https://www.g2.com/products/livingsocial/claim_requests/new?utm_medium=profile-footer-claim-cta&utm_source=g2)

##### Categories on G2

[Merchant Marketing](https://www.g2.com/categories/merchant-marketing)

##### Explore More

[Which file recovery software tools offer automation to reduce repetitive tasks while meeting compliance requirements?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-file-recovery-software-tools-offer-automation-to-reduce-repetitive-tasks-while-meeting-compliance-requirements)[What is the best-rated software for handling social media?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-rated-software-for-handling-social-media)[Which ETO ERP integrates with SolidWorks and handles engineer change orders well for a manufacturer where engineering and production need to stay in sync?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-eto-erp-integrates-with-solidworks-and-handles-engineer-change-orders-well-for-a-manufacturer-where-engineering-and-production-need-to-stay-in-sync)

[Which managed IoT services vendors provide responsive customer support during critical production incidents?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-managed-iot-services-vendors-provide-responsive-customer-support-during-critical-production-incidents)[What is the best tool for producing high-quality marketing videos?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-tool-for-producing-high-quality-marketing-videos)[Best maintenance management software for medium-sized firms](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-s-the-best-maintenance-management-software-for-medium-sized-firms)

[Show MoreShow Less](javascript:void(0);)