54%
Negative lead-quality reviews
of Angi Pro reviews, per SAVU analysis
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Should I Use Angi?
Depends
DependsHomeowners can justify free review browsing and cost guides, then book directly.
Homeowners: fine for free review browsing. Contractors: 54% negative lead-quality reviews, stacked fees — don't buy leads.
Confidence: High
~$30/mo
Angi Key membership
homeowner membership tier
Yes
Free for homeowners
browsing reviews and cost guides
IAC-controlled
Ownership
public company, ticker ANGI
Value for money
2
Lead fees widely called expensive; costs exceed ad spend
Feature depth
3
Huge marketplace, thin tools for pros
Support quality
1
Users report fee fights and indifferent support
Security posture
3
Vulnerability disclosure policy exists; no known breaches
Pros
- Largest homeowner network for connecting with service pros⁹
- Free cost guides and pricing data for home projects
- Real local contractor reviews for pre-hire research
Cons
Gotchas
- highContractor costs combine annual dues plus per-lead fees; many spend more than expected⁵
- mediumFee disputes handled via chat/email; refunds not guaranteed
- mediumAngi Key membership runs roughly $30/month — check auto-renewal terms11
- lowAdvertised lead pricing creates unrealistic customer price expectations for contractors
Best for
- Homeowners comparing local contractor reviews
- Researching project costs before hiring
- Casual price shopping for repairs
Not for
- Contractors buying leads
- Solo trades with thin margins
- Homeowners expecting vetted, guaranteed pros
- Anyone needing real account support
Pricing
Homeowner
Free
- Browse contractor reviews and cost guides
- Optional Angi Key membership
Angi Key (homeowner membership)
~$30/month
- Membership perks on home services
Angi Leads (contractors)
Per lead, varies by trade
- Per-lead fees plus annual fee
- Lead costs widely reported as high
Security
No known public vulnerabilities found in the sources reviewed.
What users say
Reviews skew sharply negative, especially from contractors citing lead quality, stacked fees, and billing disputes.
“This service is a complete joke!!”
“Never use Angi. Angi is designed to be a scam.”
“Angi's list is CRAP! They just want your money and don't care”
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Based on 30+ public sources: Trustpilot, Reddit, ConsumerAffairs, SEC filing, Vermont AG settlement, and contractor-industry reviews.
Sources
- Angi Reviews | Trustpilottrustpilot.comreview
- Don't use Angi leads (review)reddit.comreview
- Angi Reviews: Written By Customersconsumeraffairs.comreview
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- Angi Leads Reviews From Contractors (The Real Cost)hookagency.comreview
news
- Angi class action alleges spam calls and texts in violation of TCPAtopclassactions.comnews
- Angi Inc. Form 10-K (SEC)sec.govofficial
- Angi Pro: Get Leads, Win Jobssignup.angi.comofficial
security
- GigNGo vs Angi: Honest Comparisonkickbackservices.comreview
- What Is Angi's List and How Does It Work for Contractors?housecallpro.comreview
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