Cityswoon

Went online to purchase a ticket for a valentines night (speed dating) at a brewery at Thebarton SA, the event was sold out, even though online the add suggested few tickets left, the website randomly selected another night which was the following week at a bar at prospect and I got charged for that I emailed immediately and they refused to… Read more

refund saying it was within the 7 days, I only bought the ticket Thursday so how can I be within the 7 days, obviously not all purchase match up to that silly rule. The company is a fraud and they suggested I pass the ticket to someone else and I dont have anyone to give it to, also they said no show means an extra $19 charge Hugely disappointed I will never again buy a ticket to any event of cityswoon and they are a big scam Not helpful and its like a bot is replying to emails, there is no phone contact available

STOP RATING WOMEN LIKE HOTELS ! Ladies if you go to these events be prepared to be rated by men 1-5 based on looks. The rating system is disgusting and needs to be removed, people are not meant to be reviewed or rated based on looks, it's demeaning and confidence destroying. When you go on an 8 minute date and that date doesn't want to take it… Read more

further, that's part of the process and you move on, it's pretty clear when these men are rude, obnoxious and can't look you in the eye, they aren't interested, when you are being kind and doing your best, but to then wake up the next morning and receive 8x 1 STAR REVIEWS from these rude, crusty , arrogant, cheating, toothless old fossils with nothing going on, reminding you , you aren't good enough for them, it's demeaning and defeating, and does not make us want to go to any more events. This is a form of bullying that needs to be eliminated. There is NO need to be told twice someone thinks you are ugly. Us women spend hours getting ready and work with the best we have, making a huge effort to present to these horrible men. I think we get the picture on the night that these men find some of us repulsive, so that's heartbreaking enough, when we all trying our best, you drive home defeated and humiliated, crushed and hurt, but then CitySwoon encourages further criticism in the unsophisticated app which just reminds you how you are not attractive by rating you 1-5. Disgusting. I'd go to more sessions and so would my friends if City Swoon stopped this rating system. It doesn't serve anyone, except have the outcome of making people feel unworthy, unattractive and unmotivated. So CItySwoon, I've given you a 1 star review for ALL the 1 Star reviews your horrible members/dates have given me, based purely on MY LOOKS !!! Remove this element of your process as one day someone will be so crushed by receiving 8 1 Star ratings, they will take their life and it will be your fault. The rejection on the night is ENOUGH !, We don't need a rating system to bolster how unattractive we are the next day. I really couldn't care less if some married A*hole doesn't like me, I just don't want to know what he thinks. He isn't worth it, not everyone can like us, you just need one, but stop creating a space where people can hurt others, you are adding to the mass problem, that men feel we should be rated based on our attractiveness. There's only so much people can take and it's a form of bullying which you facilitate, shame on you City Swoon !! And while you're at it, how about banning married men who frequent your events to hookup ?

The speed dating night is great , very relaxed , great hosts , friendly people all having a good time , shout out to City swoon for organising and their time to connect people.

Lots of fun. I enjoyed meeting so many people, although it was all very quick. Certainly a great challenge. I would recommend doing it as a great way to meet new and interesting people and in a good venue. The organisers were there to help throughout too.

It was fantastic. So well organized. I was really nervous but it was so easy. Lovely people and an ease of being able to say connection or only friend. I would definitely recommend the experience.

The best thing about the night were the amazing hosts. Out of 8 rounds, I got 4 "Sit Out This Round" message. Half the time I was just sitting around doing nothing. I could understand 1 or 2, but not being able to participate for HALF of the event is ridiculous.

I would not use CitySwoon again. They are to expensive, charge a no show fee and I was not impressed with the set up, extremely poorly arranged and very negative vibe. The hosts acted as though they wanted to be somewhere else and had better things to do.

MONEY GRAB. Not worth your time or money ladies. I only got 5 out of 8 dates. Other three were 'friendship' ones with women. Also be careful that you aren't 'subscribed' after buying one event. I got charged again $117 after 3 months. There was no notification from the company that this money would be coming out. When I asked for it to be refunded (as I never used the subscription, nor did I plan to) they refused.

Wow what can I say. Had a fantastic night and met some beautiful women. The event was run like clock work, the host were constantly talking, moving around and engaging with all persons concerned. Time keeping was kept to targeted times and help was always available if you had. Any issues. Strongly recommend this to anyone looking to find someone to meet up with.

I would’ve given 10 however I’m having trouble finding the people I dated after the event to show my interest. I connected with one person, making the experience great, however, now pointless when you can’t express your interest. Maybe a link could be emailed over the next day or two so it directly takes each event participant to a landing page of… Read more

your evenings dates to review and message? Or maybe emailing each person a process guide of how to reach the dates. There may well be a process, but I don’t know it!

It was a great night, but I feel I’ve wasted my money.

I wish I could give it zero out of five. Most of what this company is saying are lies. I bet even most of the "good" review (four of five stars) about Cityswoon are corrupt. The pop-up commercial on Facebook is claiming 90% chance of a match, what a joke, I just had to laugh. I went to Cityswoon around 10 times from 2023 - 2024 and I never even… Read more

found a person for a follow up date. Most women complain and say that they will never use this service again. I was also kicked out and refused to use their services again as I had harassed women, something which was a complete lie. I never even got the change to confront their accusations due to their terrible customer service. They only accept email. you cannot call them. Even if I had "harassed a lady", (which I did not do) there are always two sides to every story. Although, not with this company. The customer service they have is arrogant at best. In other words, Stay away form this company. Try other speed dating companies or meetup.com, I have personally had much better success with other speed dating companies and met more friends. I met my current girlfriend through on of their competitors.

Erik

Avoid this unprofessional and greedy organisation at any cost! – I’ve been to numerous speed-dating events with different organisations and for the first time I couldn’t date to everyone but only a few. It was a horrible experience, a complete rip-off and cheating on the service. They have to refund the money we paid. Here are reasons why you should avoid: -It was very disorganised. It was in a brewery with… Read more

many other customers walking in and sitting as well. There were two different groups and we had to browse around to find the next date. It was insanely disorganised and felt very unprofessional.

-It started significantly late and ended up very early. It lasted around an hour. It is a steal to charge $80 for such an event!

-Their app has problems and you can’t rate everyone you talked to. It moves on very quickly.

- They don’t let you to date with everyone which is a big red-flag for a speed-dating event. There were more girls I didn’t have a chance to talk to than I talked to. This never happened with other organisations I attended.

- When I gave feedback and shared my disappointment with one of the organisers, she was very rude and felt offended. She got angry. She told me they give time everyone at the end to mingle at the end. Well, I can mingle with people at any bar, pub, restaurant without paying $80 ticket fee. This is a complete rip-off and they have to refund.

They had to limit the numbers, allocate enough time to date everyone and make sure everyone talks to each other, and book a venue exclusively for the event. Out of greed, they took so many bookings, didn’t book a private venue, and kept the event very short. Shame on you!

UPDATE: I shared this message with the company and they punished me to be unsatisfied and leaving reviews by terminating my account and not letting me to have matches and messages with people from last night. Be aware of these scammers! Very passive aggressive behaviour.

My first speed dating experience – Was trying out speed dating because my mental health was affected by my dating app experiences. I was pleasantly surprised! I had a great night, met some lovely people and a group of us continued to party after speed dating finished. Way more fun and better way of meeting people than the apps.

No feedback – I have received 3 feedbacks out of 8 women Which means that 5 women gave me 2 rating or lower If I receive less than 3 then I get blocked preventing me from contacting that person I find this system wrong and very insulting

Total waste of money – Total waste of money. No guarantee the matches they ration to you are even active on their website. The speed dating is a joke. People no where near your age, with none of the same interests. And trying to cancel is almost impossible. Only AFTER this negative review did Bintel refund my money. Still ZERO contact from them.....

Cityswoon total waste of time and money – Run by a scammer who tried to rip me off. Plus they matched me with people the total opposite of me despite saying they generally match you. Fortunately the bank reversed my transaction. Stay away use any other dating site but this one.

Horrible – Horrible waste of time and money. The women came dressed to impress, and were very put together in all ways … the men looked and acted like they grabbed them off the street. It was horribly unbalanced more women than men. They did not align you as they say according to likes and dislikes, political choices, etc. they just set you up with whoever… Read more

was there, half of the women left, including myself. It was depressing, discouraging, and complete waste of money. Oh, the host showed up late wearing sweats , nothing says I don’t give any f***ks like sweats.

Terrible and dodgy – Don’t offer refunds or date changes even if you are extremely sick and tell them 6 or so days in advance. They literally pressured me to come even though I have gastro. Way overpriced too.

Virtual speed dating not worth it – The platform for virtual sd seems clunky. And typically you're supposed to get 8 dates. Most times I get between 3 and 5. I find the live events better. But like everything they're hit and miss. Generally you get 7 or 8 x 10 min dates at these events.

A really friendly, positive experience – Recently separated and have been trying online dating, which didn’t feel right for me. This experience was so much more organic & so much more positive, as everyone (hosts, staff & other guests) were so welcoming and friendly. I made a few connections that I’m hoping will continue to a second date, and probably made new friends too. I’m already… Read more

trying to talk a friend who’s also been burnt by dating app people to come to the next one, and I’ll be her wingman. Try it out for yourself.

Ripped off by cityswoon – The speed-dating event ran ok, but they over-charged me and refused to refund me. In total it cost me $127 to attend ONE speed-dating event. I would avoid if I were you.

Did coordinated 8 dates that lasted about 8 minutes, plain and simple a lot of fun – I went to speed dating event this last Wednesday, and the event was well thought out, organized and conducive for people meeting each other who are interested in finding a partner. Overall I found the event pleasant and valuable. Show details

A nite to be remembered – A great set up with great experience and engagement from all participants. Not once that I feel uncomfortable about the whole setup. Would definitely give it another go. I would have loved if it went longer with more 1-2-1 with the other participants

Face to face dates in town – I think the organiser really make a big effort to make this events easy to get around , be fun and relax with a lot of organisation and well thought behind it . I would really recommend this kind of events for sure to others. Thanks Show reply

Cityswoon a massive let down! – Hi Trev here on the Gold Coast! I recently purchased the wrong ticket! Was meant to go on the event this Saturday 4th of may 2024 instead of the event in Brisbane for tomorrow night the 1st of May! I emailed straight away and was told the event is sold out for Saturday which is understandable! I kindly asked for a refund and they have refused!… Read more

Only offering me to go on another event in future which I will not do! As I’m a truck driver and work hard for my money It’s very disappointing not to get a refund! I will never go on another citywoon event in the future! I would suggest to anyone else wanting to go on speed dating events to rather look else where! Now I have the headache of having to go through fair trading and to go open up a dispute at my bank! I was really patient with the 2 guys I have been communicating with! It’s my money and cityswoon’s and has no right to take my money!

Making meeting great people and possibly dating a lot easier for us! – The format of the night is great, the app works very well and its nice to have a record of everyone that was at the night by email notification the next day ... as things go pretty quick. Show reply