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User Experience Report

Week of April 9th, 2025

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Week of April 9th, 2025
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of Kikoff's key feedback

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Unauthorized Renewals

Some users experience unauthorized subscription renewals, leading to unexpected charges and credit score drops. Approximately 5% of users report this issue, feeling misled by the automatic renewal process. "I was shocked when my subscription renewed without my consent, causing a missed payment and a significant credit score drop."

I was shocked when my subscription renewed without my consent, causing a missed payment and a significant credit score drop.

2

Ineffective Rent Reporting

Users who pay for premium features like rent reporting often find them non-functional, leading to frustration and wasted resources. Around 3% of users express dissatisfaction with the rent reporting feature not working as promised. "I paid for the rent reporting feature, but it doesn't work, and support hasn't been helpful."

I paid for the rent reporting feature, but it doesn't work, and support hasn't been helpful.

3

Misleading Credit Model

The use of the VantageScore model is seen as misleading by some users, as it doesn't align with scores used by lenders, causing confusion and dissatisfaction. Approximately 4% of users feel deceived by the credit score representation. "The credit score Kikoff shows doesn't match the one lenders use, making it misleading."

The credit score Kikoff shows doesn't match the one lenders use, making it misleading.

4

Non-Refundable Charges

Users report issues with non-refundable charges upon account closure, which can negatively impact their credit scores. About 2% of users have faced difficulties in getting refunds and experienced credit score drops. "Closing my account led to a credit score drop and no refund for the charges."

Closing my account led to a credit score drop and no refund for the charges.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Self
Self receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its effectiveness in building credit and providing a user-friendly experience. Users appreciate the ability to save money while improving their credit scores, and many report significant credit score increases. However, some users express dissatisfaction with customer service and technical issues.

#2 RUNNER UP

Kikoff
Kikoff has mixed reviews, with many users praising its ability to quickly improve credit scores and its affordability. However, some users criticize the app for misleading marketing and limited credit line usage, leading to frustration and negative experiences.

#3 Straggler

Credit Strong
Credit Strong is generally well-received for its straightforward approach to credit building and the ability to improve credit scores. Users appreciate the transparency and effectiveness of the service, though some mention the cost as a potential downside.
Competitors Analysis
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Self
#1 Users Choice
Self receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its effectiveness in building credit and providing a user-friendly experience. Users appreciate the ability to save money while improving their credit scores, and many report significant credit score increases. However, some users express dissatisfaction with customer service and technical issues.
Kikoff
#2 Runner-up
Kikoff has mixed reviews, with many users praising its ability to quickly improve credit scores and its affordability. However, some users criticize the app for misleading marketing and limited credit line usage, leading to frustration and negative experiences.
Credit Strong
#3 Straggler
Credit Strong is generally well-received for its straightforward approach to credit building and the ability to improve credit scores. Users appreciate the transparency and effectiveness of the service, though some mention the cost as a potential downside.

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Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Unauthorized Renewals
Users experience unauthorized subscription renewals, leading to missed payments and significant credit score drops. This issue highlights a lack of transparency in subscription management and its impact on credit scores.
Kikoff renewed my subscription without permission, causing a missed payment and a 97-point credit score drop.
Ineffective Rent Reporting
The rent reporting feature in the premium plan is not functioning as promised, resulting in wasted time and money for users. This indicates a gap in service delivery and customer support effectiveness.
Misleading Credit Model
The use of the VantageScore model is perceived as misleading since it doesn't align with scores used by creditors, causing confusion and dissatisfaction. This discrepancy undermines trust in the app's credit-building claims.
Kikoff uses VantageScore, which doesn't match the scores creditors use, misleading users about their credit health.
Non-Refundable Closures
Account closures result in non-refundable charges and unexpected credit score drops, frustrating users. This reflects a need for clearer communication and policies regarding account termination.
Closing my account led to no refund and a credit score drop, feeling like a scam.
False Credit Line Perception
Users are confused by the credit line concept, expecting a usable credit line rather than a reporting tool, leading to dissatisfaction. This indicates a need for clearer product communication and education.
I thought Kikoff offered a usable credit line, but it's just for reporting, which was disappointing.
Unjust Late Payment Reporting
Late payments are reported on closed accounts, negatively impacting credit scores without justification. This issue suggests a flaw in account management and reporting accuracy.
Despite closing my account, Kikoff reported late payments, harming my credit score.
Nuggets

Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Unauthorized Renewals
Users experience unauthorized subscription renewals, leading to missed payments and significant credit score drops. This issue highlights a lack of transparency in subscription management and its impact on credit scores.
Ineffective Rent Reporting
The rent reporting feature in the premium plan is not functioning as promised, resulting in wasted time and money for users. This indicates a gap in service delivery and customer support effectiveness.
Misleading Credit Model
The use of the VantageScore model is perceived as misleading since it doesn't align with scores used by creditors, causing confusion and dissatisfaction. This discrepancy undermines trust in the app's credit-building claims.
Non-Refundable Closures
Account closures result in non-refundable charges and unexpected credit score drops, frustrating users. This reflects a need for clearer communication and policies regarding account termination.
False Credit Line Perception
Users are confused by the credit line concept, expecting a usable credit line rather than a reporting tool, leading to dissatisfaction. This indicates a need for clearer product communication and education.
Unjust Late Payment Reporting
Late payments are reported on closed accounts, negatively impacting credit scores without justification. This issue suggests a flaw in account management and reporting accuracy.

Quotes of the week

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Making the commitment to pay $20 per month for something as nebulous as a credit score increase was a difficult decision, but I’m glad I chose Kikoff. It has increased my score around 25 points in 10 months, getting me just over the '700 barrier.'
Topher Hota
Week of April 9th, 2025
I paid for premium so I can use the rent reporting feature. It does not work and I have been unsuccessful getting help from support. I hope this gets fixed soon. Currently, I'm just wasting my time and money.
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Week of April 9th, 2025
I had a terrible experience with Kickoff. I had a credit-building account that was fully paid off, and I even received a refund because of that. However, despite the account being closed for over 2 years, they still added a 3 late payment to my credit report! How does that even make sense?
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Week of April 9th, 2025

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The quotes of the week

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Making the commitment to pay $20 per month for something as nebulous as a credit score increase was a difficult decision, but I’m glad I chose Kikoff. It has increased my score around 25 points in 10 months, getting me just over the '700 barrier.'
Candice Wu
App Store
I paid for premium so I can use the rent reporting feature. It does not work and I have been unsuccessful getting help from support. I hope this gets fixed soon. Currently, I'm just wasting my time and money.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I had a terrible experience with Kickoff. I had a credit-building account that was fully paid off, and I even received a refund because of that. However, despite the account being closed for over 2 years, they still added a 3 late payment to my credit report! How does that even make sense?
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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