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5.1

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Author: Kalicia Bateman

LAST UPDATED: January 30th, 2022

StubHub sells tickets to over 10 million live sports, music, and theatre events in more than 40 countries. Founded in 2000 and owned by eBay, the company claims to have introduced the first ticketing app, interactive seat mapping, 360-degree virtual views of seating, and unique price recommendation technology for individual ticket sellers.

StubHub cares about giving back. Through StubHub's partnership with Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation, together, donated over $2.7 million in musical instruments to 61 schools nationwide. Recently, StubHub also developed a partnership with Make-A-Wish to give critically ill children the opportunity to attend live events.

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The Good

  • FanProtect Guarantee
  • Finding Events
  • Last Minute Services
  • Seller Resources

FanProtect Guarantee

FanProtect is StubHub’s guarantee that you can buy and sell tickets safely on its website and apps. Every ticket order purchased or sold at StubHub sites or apps is 100% backed by FanProtect. 

  • FanProtect for Ticket Buyers
    • Get valid tickets to any event or your money back.
    • Find replacement tickets if there’s an issue with your order.
    • A full refund if an event is canceled (and not rescheduled).
    • Receive tickets in the mail or instantly through the StubHub app.
  • FanProtect for Ticket Sellers 
    • Free to list tickets.
    • Can set and adjust your price any time before tickets sell.
    • Fast delivery and timely payment.
    • StubHub handles buyer communication.

Finding Events

StubHub makes it easy to identify events that interest you. The home page automatically loads “popular near you” events based on your location and you can perform your own searches by city and date.

Additionally, StubHub’s app for iOS and Android can sync up with your music library and notify you when your favorite artists are in town. 

Last Minute Services 

Last Minute Services (LMS) is provided by a StubHub affiliate that allows last-minute ticket buyers to pick up physical tickets at select locations:

  • Arlington, TX
  • Chicago, IL
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • New York, NY

This is a great option for buyers to purchase a ticket right up until the start of an event without worrying about delivery times as the event approaches.

Seller Resources

StubHub provides ample assistance for ticket sellers. There are video instructions regarding each step of the process, including how to list and manage ticket sales. StubHub’s pricing recommendation technology helps you decide how to price your tickets for the best chance of selling your ticket without leaving money on the table.

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The Bad

  • All Sales Final
  • Service Fees

All Sales Final

StubHub has no refund policy in place for buyer's remorse. Whereas some ticket companies give you a 72-hour grace period wherein you can cancel an order for a full refund, StubHub does not.

However, if your event is canceled and not rescheduled, you will get a full refund. 

Service Fees

All good things come to an end when you go to check out. StubHub requires two fees: a service fee and a fulfillment fee. These must be paid for each ticket which can add around $18 to your purchase per ticket.

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The Bottom Line

StubHub is a good company to consider for your ticket purchase needs. Whether you are looking for tickets to the big game or to an upcoming concert the experience will be a good one with the FanProtect guarantee, pricing assistant for sellers, and an option to sync your music library to identify concerts of interest. If you’re buying a ticket last-minute this is quite possibly the best company for you! 

But keep in mind that all sales are final (with the exception of canceled events), so don’t make a purchase unless you are absolutely sure you want the ticket—or feel confident that you can resell it. Your chances of resale are actually quite good with the resources offered within the StubHub marketplace. Also, be aware of the service fees so that you are not blindsided when you go to buy your tickets. Overall, StubHub is a high benefit, low-risk ticket broker.

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4.2

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Doyal Stewart Salt Lake City, UT

I have used StubHub a few times for different concerts and event my wife and grandchildren wanted to see in the last few years. It was really easy to use, I really liked the tickets were on my phone and I didn't have to go to a separate ticket office to get my tickets or wait for them to come by mail. I would definitely use them again in the future.

9 years ago

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Cassidy Gundersen Orem, UT

I have used Stub Hub for a few concerts and sporting events. My experience with them has been good and I have no complaints, but it seems that they often do not have the best prices for events. Their website is much better to navigate than their app.

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Tom Gourley Pleasant Grove, UT

fI used StubHub to buy baseball tickets and was not disappointed. The seats were great and the pricing competitive. I printed the tickets at home immediately after the purchase. The site was easy to navigate and gave me the ability to look at several options before I made the purchase. I felt my money was secure and when I arrived at the ball park there was no question about the validity of my tickets.

6 years ago

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Amber C Frey San Diego, CA

I used StubHub just once to sell tickets. I bought tickets to see Guns 'N' Roses in LA but then about a month after I bought them, they announced a San Diego show (where I live). So I went onto StubHub to try and sell them and was successful. Put the tickets up was an easy process, my tickets were bought within a week and I got the amount I was asking for as well. If I ever need to sell tickets again this is going to be the site I use.

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Tracy Hill Draper, UT

I usually purchase tickets using Stubhub since I can find good prices and the account remembers my login. I like this company because I can easily find my tickets if there’s a problem at a concert and they don’t have our names listed

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Jennifer Ogden, UT

I have used StubHub for purchasing tickets for multiple sporting events and concerts. The app is very easy to use and the tickets are always guaranteed which makes it worry free. I don't love the fees but I understand they have to make money somehow. I will continue to use StubHub because I have never had a negative experience.

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Amanda Montebello, CA

I’ve found decently priced tickets on stubhub but ended up not purchasing them because of the service fees which made it more expensive than purchasing higher priced tickets from other sites.

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Rischelle Mikkelson American Fork, UT

I used StubHub to sell some broadway tickets that we couldn't use. It was easy to navigate their site and list the tickets. It was easy to communicate with our purchasers and get them mailed to them.

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Ron Durfey Pleasant Grove, UT

I love StubHub. I can always find tickets for games and events I wish to attend very easily. Sometimes the cost is higher than I'd like to pay but if I ever want a ticket I usually check StubHub first.

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Sierra Beck Herriman, UT

I just bought tickets from this website for a concert in August. I am in another country right now and I used the website and it worked just fine. It was simple and easy to buy the tickets.

7 years ago

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Thomas Hullinger Pleasant Grove, UT

Great company to buy tickets from, especially at the last minute when they still have the options available and you know that you can trust them.

8 years ago

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Ben Crisp Temecula, CA

I’ve used StubHub a fews times to buy tickets and I’ve been very pleased. There are never any issues with getting the tickets and it’s always easy to find what I need.

7 years ago

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Fernando Delgado Tempe, AZ

I been able to count on stubHub for my last minute tickets for concerts i have attended. Also allows you to print or save your ticket on the app to be ready for the concert.

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David T Magna, UT

StubHub works well for getting tickets. They make it easy to secure the tickets and electronically show them at the entrance.

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JR Suguturaga Orem, UT

Anytime I have used StubHub for my ticketing needs they have always come through with good pricing and a simple process.

6 years ago

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Miles Strother American Fork, UT

We've used StubHub several times for movie tickets, and while it wasn't the best deal, it was still a cheaper way to go to the movies

7 years ago

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Jenna Loose Provo, UT

Stub hub is fairly easy to use! I have purchased tickets to a few concerts through this website and have had good experiences each time.

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Nana Asiata Herriman, UT

We've used StubHub when purchasing tickets for major concerts. We've never had a problem with it. Super fast and easy to use.

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Lori Fletcher Saratoga Springs, UT

Got last minute tickets to a basketball game last week! Great price and easy to use!

6 years ago

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Thomas Andersen Tallahassee, FL

I buy most of my concert tickets on StubHub because of their fair prices and wide selection of artists and venues.

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Michelle Schow Saratoga Springs, UT

StubHub is awesome for tickets because you can get the tickets delivered electronically to your phone for convenience.

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Campbell Blair Phoenix, AZ

I have always been able to find last minute tickets on StubHub, don't think it's always the cheapest but it works

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Taylor Walker Provo, UT

Used them once. Was really good and easy to use. I liked it. It was nice to be able to have the tickets on my phone.

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Amanda Warrendale, PA

StubHub is good if you need last minute tickets from re-sellers. but they are often expensive.

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Jason Draper, UT

I like using StubHub to find and reserve tickets because I can find some good deals.

7 years ago