Hertz Reviews

Hertz has an overall rating of 4.6 based on 37 reviews. Customer feedback on Hertz is mixed: Hertz reviewers highlight positive aspects like user-friendly website, competitive pricing, wide selection of vehicles, efficient booking process, which strongly appeal to travelers seeking reliable car rental options. However, Hertz is often criticized for its long wait times for customer service, hidden fees, inconsistent vehicle availability, issues with vehicle cleanliness.

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All Hertz Reviews (37)
Ray-brown
May 30, 2026
"Damage claim got handled quicker than I expected"
I had a small damage claim after returning my rental, i was already bracing myself for a whole back-and-forth situation. You know how those things can go. But Hertz actually made it painless. They explained what the charges were for, it felt fair enough, and then suddenly it was just... done. No big drama, no confusing runaround. I remember thinking, okay, that went way better than I expected.
antonio1991
May 23, 2026
"A rare no-pressure insurance pitch"
They mentioned the insurance once and then, shockingly, didn’t try to make it their life’s mission to sell it to me. No real pressure, which was a nice change.
WHITE
May 17, 2026
"My car was ready when I got there..."
My car was ready when I got there, and the staff were really friendly. No surprise fees or confusing charges either, which was a relief. delays at pickup can be so preventable, so I appreciated how easy they made the whole thing.
Tresa-yates
May 06, 2026
"Car was clean enough"
I was mentally drained by the time I picked it up, so I was just hoping for something straightforward. Overall, the car was in good condition and clean enough, with only a few small scratches here and there. Nothing major, and it got the job done.
glenn.Langford
April 27, 2026
"Good selection at my pickup spot"
There were plenty of cars to choose from at my pickup location, and booking one was easy. Nothing fancy, and maybe a couple little things could be smoother, but overall it worked well for what I needed.
CraigBeckman
April 26, 2026
"Got help quickly"
I reached out to support and they got back to me faster than I expected. They fixed the issue without any hassle, so I’m happy with it.
eduardo_Conklin95
April 20, 2026
"Pickup was way faster than I thought"
I booked on hertz.com and had this feeling it was going to be one of those annoying pickup situations, but it really wasn’t. There were a few people in front of me, and somehow I was still in the car in about 10 minutes, which felt kind of amazing.
The staff just checked my info, kept it simple, and didn’t turn it into a whole thing. I don’t know, it just left a really good impression. When a rental pickup doesn’t drain your whole day, that matters. I’d definitely use them again.
Tammy_link93
April 09, 2026
"The total matched exactly what I had booked..."
The total matched exactly what I had booked, which was nice. No weird extra charges showed up, so all good it was
leo_Morago02
April 06, 2026
"Refund showed up faster than I thought"
I had to cancel my booking and, i was already expecting the whole refund process to be a hassle. But... it wasn’t. Hertz sent the money back within a few days, and I didn’t have to chase anyone or sit on long calls. Kind of surprised me in a good way. Made a annoying situation feel a lot less annoying
Jack_jones72
March 31, 2026
"Worth it if you rent enough"
I end up using hertz a handful of times a year, so the rewards program has actually been useful for me. I didn’t really expect the points to add up that fast, but somehow I’ve gotten a couple free rental days out of it without really thinking about it. The upgrades don’t always happen, and I’m not totally sure what makes the difference, but it’s a nice bonus when they do. Managing everything online has been simple enough too
marjorie.Skubis
March 27, 2026
"Picked up my rental and the inside was..."
Picked up my rental and the inside was really clean. The seats, floors, and even the trunk all looked fresh, and there weren’t any weird smells. I’m not super picky if there’s a tiny scuff here or there, but this one was in great shape and made the trip feel easy from the start. Nice work by the hertz cleaning crew.
KatherineConner
March 25, 2026
"Booked through Hertz and they were..."
Booked through Hertz and they were clear about the deposit hold from the start. It came off when they said it would, and there weren’t any random extra charges or anything. easy... no complaints really.
katherine_Passmore84
March 18, 2026
"Changing my booking was more annoying than it needed to be"
I had to change my Hertz reservation, the whole thing was kind of a hassle. It wasn’t super clear what I was supposed to do at first, and even though the cancellation did eventually go through, it took more steps than I expected. I also had to keep checking my email to make sure everything was actually confirmed, which was just annoying. It wasn’t a complete disaster or anything, but it really feels like this process could be way simpler. The price was fine, at least.
david2003
March 17, 2026
"Good deal for the car I got"
So... I booked through hertz.com and felt like I got a solid deal. The price was clear, there weren’t any weird surprises when I picked it up, and the car was clean and actually a little nicer than I expected. I had checked a few other sites before booking, but Hertz ended up being the best option for what I needed. I’d definitely use them again.
ThomasAngelico
March 13, 2026
"I had a weird issue with my Hertz..."
I had a weird issue with my Hertz booking where the final charge at drop off looked higher than what I thought it should be. I’m not totally sure what happened, but my guess is maybe something didn’t update correctly in their system.
I reached out through Hertz, and it wasn’t an instant fix. It took a few days and I had to check in more than once, but someone did review it and eventually refunded the extra amount.

Overall, it wasn’t the smoothest experience, mostly because of the waiting and follow-ups, but they did make it right in the end. I’d probably rent from them again, just hoping next time it’s a bit more straightforward...
ReginaScott
March 05, 2026
"Reservation matched up well"
I booked the car online and the reservation was accurate. The car details mostly matched what I saw when I booked, like the size, the general model type, the features, and all that. The pickup time was right too, which was nice because I’ve had rentals before where the timing, location, or car type ends up being different. Overall, it was straightforward and there weren’t any big surprises.
Tamara_ashley94
March 02, 2026
"Cars were ready, ready to go"
They had plenty of cars available today, and everything was ready to pick up. Super easy, easy process overall
hello_angel786
February 17, 2026
"Good mileage and no fuel surprises"
I booked through Hertz and the whole thing was straightforward. The mileage allowance worked well for my trip, and the fuel policy was clear from the start. I just made sure to refill the tank before returning the car, and there were no unexpected charges. Practical and easy, which is really all I needed
MarilynWehrley_22
February 07, 2026
"Price was clear from the start"
Booked a car through hertz.com and it was straightforward. The price they showed up front was basically what I ended up paying, maybe give or take the usual taxes and fees they already listed before checkout. I’ve rented from places where the total jumps by like $30 or $50 at the last second, but this stayed about the same the whole way through. No weird surprises, no hidden add-ons popping up. I’d use it again.
william1982
January 24, 2026
"Felt safe the whole drive"
The car was clean and in really good shape. The brakes felt solid, and the tires looked new, which made me feel comfortable the whole time I was driving. No weird noises or issues at all. the kind of thing that makes preventable problems feel taken care of before you even hit the road.

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August 23, 2019

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