# Page 3 | Abuzz Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is Abuzz the right Student Engagement Platform solution for you? Explore 88 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/10004370/Abuzz/reviews --- Abuzz 3.9 (88) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of Abuzz ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-75 of 88 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use BW Bradley W. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Abuzz Review" June 23, 2023 5.0 Abuzz is a very good product for communicating different things amongst a large amount of people. I used it to get insight on different events and other things happening on my campus. Pros Personally i liked being able to discuss events and other things happening on campus with other app users the most. Cons People tended to use abuzz for small things and i would end up getting a lot of unnecessary notifications and such. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the ability to discuss events and campus happenings with other Abuzz users. It's great to know that you found value in connecting with fellow app users. Your feedback is important to us as we strive to enhance the overall user experience on Abuzz. We value your input and will take it into consideration as we continue to make improvements to the app. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please feel free to share. We appreciate your support and thank you for using Abuzz to stay informed about events and other campus activities. OA Olivia A. student Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "College Student review " June 16, 2023 4.0 I enjoyed it for my work with the school in spreading important dates on college visits, job fairs, and events that we were hosting. Pros My favorite part is that it is a local site for the students to connect on events, important dates and have to opportunity to have a community based experience. Cons Some of the notifications get annoying when I am thrown into random group chats with people I don't know. I also forget to use it sometimes throughout the year and miss out on things that I would have enjoyed because I silenced notifications from the chats. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate Abuzz being a local site for students to connect and stay updated on events, important dates, and community experiences. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by random group chat notifications. To address this, we are improving our notification system. Adjusting your notification settings can ensure you receive relevant information. We're glad Abuzz was helpful for spreading important dates and events. Your input is valued as we continue enhancing Abuzz for the school community. aO arielle O. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good for Colleges " June 19, 2023 5.0 I think it’s been neutral, i don’t love it hate it but it is good for campus activity. Pros I like how we can see events going on around campus. It allows for better communication. Cons I don’t like how it is confusing to join communities. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your input is valuable to us as we continuously strive to improve our platform. We will carefully consider your feedback and use it to inform our future decisions and enhancements. We are grateful for your support and for being a part of our community. MV Meghan V. N/A Consumer Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Campus Abuzz" June 19, 2023 4.0 Overall positive. Pros Abuzz makes sure you know what's going on around campus which is extremely helpful!! Cons the sale section, its random and feels irrelevant. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your valuable input and the time you took to share your thoughts with us. At Abuzz, we are committed to continuously improving our platform to create an experience that students love and find valuable. Your feedback plays a crucial role in helping us identify areas for enhancement and better serve our users. We are thankful for your support and encourage you to keep sharing your thoughts and suggestions with us. We remain dedicated to providing a platform that keeps students informed, connected, and engaged with their campus community. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we will continue working diligently to meet and exceed your expectations. If you have any further feedback or suggestions, please don't hesitate to reach out. We value your partnership in making Abuzz the best platform it can be. JW Jason W. Engineering manager Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Good idea ok execution" June 22, 2023 3.0 Its a decent app that helps but it needs improvements Pros What J like the most is the ability to see whats happening around me in an app Cons Its buggy and the app is very cluttered somtimes hard to use Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment about the ability to stay informed about what's happening around you using Abuzz. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the app's performance and cluttered interface. We understand the importance of a smooth and user-friendly experience, and we are actively working on addressing these issues to improve the overall usability of the app. Your feedback helps us identify areas for improvement, and we value your input. We are committed to enhancing the performance and streamlining the user interface to provide a more seamless and intuitive experience for our users. If you have any specific suggestions or further feedback, please feel free to share. We appreciate your support and are dedicated to making Abuzz a more reliable and user-friendly app for all users. BW Brett W. Lacrosse Coach Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Adrian College is Using Abuzz" June 14, 2023 3.0 Pros The best feature is the activity feed. This is huge for our first-years on campus to get a leg up and stay active on campus early on in their journey. Cons It can be a bit tricky to work through at first and find all the features but just takes some time to get comfortable. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment about the activity feed feature on Abuzz and how it benefits first-year students by helping them stay active and engaged on campus from the beginning of their college journey. We understand that navigating through the app and discovering all the features may initially be a bit challenging. We strive to improve the user experience and make it easier for users to familiarize themselves with the platform. We appreciate your patience and understanding as you become more comfortable using Abuzz. If you have any specific suggestions or ideas on how we can enhance the onboarding process and make it easier for new users to explore and utilize all the features, please don't hesitate to share. We value your input and are committed to continuously improving Abuzz to better meet the needs of our users. Thank you for being a part of Abuzz and for recognizing the benefits it brings to students RB Rachel B. student Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Engage your students" June 22, 2023 4.0 Pros I like how there is multiple things to do in it. You can sell things and become part of little groups Cons It seems a little out of date, graphics wise. I think it could be more up to date Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the variety of activities available on Abuzz, such as selling items and joining groups. Regarding the concern about the graphics appearing out of date, we understand your perspective. We apologize if the visual aspects of the app don't meet your expectations. We are continuously working on improving and updating the app's design to ensure a more modern and visually appealing experience. Your feedback is valuable to us as we strive to enhance the overall user experience on Abuzz. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we will take it into consideration as we make updates and improvements to the app's graphics. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please feel free to share. We value your input and thank you for your support as we work towards providing a more up-to-date and engaging experience on Abuzz. SL Sienna L. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Unexpectedly Useful " June 15, 2023 5.0 Pros It was easy to see what the rest of the campus was doing. You can see events, things on sale, and resources. Cons I do wish the app was a bit more stylish. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the ease of staying updated on what's happening around campus through Abuzz. It's great to hear that you find value in accessing events, sales, and resources conveniently. Regarding your suggestion for a more stylish app, we appreciate your input. We understand the importance of aesthetics and creating an enjoyable user experience. We are continuously working on improving the app's design to make it more visually appealing and engaging. Your feedback is valuable to us as we strive to enhance the overall user experience on Abuzz. We will take your comments into consideration as we make updates and improvements to the app's style. If you have any specific suggestions or further feedback, please feel free to share. We value your input and appreciate your support as we work towards providing a more stylish and user-friendly experience on Abuzz. AM Anna M. Student Chemicals Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Abuzz Adrian" July 1, 2023 3.0 Pros I like seeing other classmates posts and polls to vote for things going on in campus or the community. Cons I don’t like the weird advertising for job opportunities and internships it seems untrustworthy. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback regarding the advertising for job opportunities and internships. We want to clarify that these postings are made by your college's Career Development Office. We understand your concerns about trustworthiness and will work closely with them to ensure transparency. Your input is valuable, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention as we strive to provide a better user experience. KM Kristin M. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Abuzz review" June 28, 2023 3.0 Mediocre at best Pros Honestly, not very much about this app was appealing or easy to use Cons Not user friendly, interface is confusing. Any 'updates' made to solve issues that users complained about only heightened the issues and/or brought more. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We genuinely appreciate your comments and value the opportunity to hear honest feedback from our users. Your input is important to us, and we will carefully consider it for the future development of our product, Abuzz. We are committed to improving and enhancing our offering based on user feedback. If you have any further suggestions or ideas, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our users, and your feedback plays a vital role in that process. Thank you once again for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. VR Verified Reviewer Graduate Student Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A student manager " June 14, 2023 4.0 Pros Food offers, university apparels, marketplace Cons Late updates, late reminders, app development Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your input is valuable to us as we continuously strive to improve our platform. We will carefully consider your feedback and use it to inform our future decisions and enhancements. We are grateful for your support and for being a part of our community. LH Liz H. Student Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Abuzz for students" June 26, 2023 3.0 Pros Easy to navigate, deals listings for students very useful. Cons There was no way for the campus wide chat to be monitored or regulated, which led to some posts that should not have been allowed to be broadcast to the whole campus. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the ease of navigation and the usefulness of our deals listings for students. Regarding the concern about the campus-wide chat, we understand the importance of maintaining a safe and regulated environment for our users. We want to assure you that we already have features in place that allow students to block and report content that violates our community guidelines. Your feedback helps us identify areas for improvement, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We are committed to providing a secure and positive experience for all users. If you have any further suggestions or feedback, please feel free to share. We value your input and appreciate your support. PD Presley D. Student Biotechnology Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Student " June 13, 2023 4.0 Pros I like how it makes it easy to manage events and talk with students. Cons At first it was difficult to understand all the functions Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your feedback is important to us as we strive to improve our product and provide the best experience for our users. We value your input and will consider your suggestions as we continue to enhance our platform. Thank you for being a part of our community, and we look forward to serving you better in the future. MP Milena P. Studwnt Design Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Abuzz Review" June 28, 2023 5.0 Pretty great app! Pros Love this app for communication throughout college making it appropriate. Cons I didn’t like that it was filtered in some options. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We genuinely appreciate your comments and value the opportunity to hear honest feedback from our users. Your input is essential in shaping the future of our product, Abuzz. We will carefully review and consider your feedback as we strive to improve and enhance our offering. MG Madison G. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "AbuzzReview: Student" June 19, 2023 5.0 Pros I like that you can see what is going on around campus and what activities and events coming up are featured. Cons It is behind the times when being compared to other social media platforms. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment about being able to see what's happening around campus and the featured activities and events on Abuzz. Regarding your concern about the platform being behind the times compared to other social media platforms, we understand your perspective. We apologize if Abuzz may not offer the same level of features or functionality as other platforms. We are constantly working on improving Abuzz to provide a better user experience and stay up to date with evolving technologies. Your feedback is valuable to us as it helps us prioritize enhancements and make the platform more competitive and engaging. If you have any specific suggestions or features you would like to see on Abuzz, please feel free to share. We value your input and appreciate your support as we work towards making Abuzz a more advanced and user-friendly platform for campus communication and engagement. JH Jaelynn H. Student Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Abuzz Review" June 25, 2023 4.0 Pros I like that I can communicate with everyone that is in my community at just a click of a button Cons The amount of pages I have to go through to get places I need to get to Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment about the convenience of communicating with everyone in your community through Abuzz. We are continuously working on improving the navigation experience within our platform to make it more efficient and user-friendly. Your feedback helps us identify areas for improvement, and we value your input. We are committed to enhancing our platform's usability and streamlining the process of accessing the places you need to get to. If you have any specific suggestions or further feedback, please feel free to share. We appreciate your support and thank you for taking the time to provide your valuable input. JA Juliana A. Student Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Admin, Content Editor, and User" June 14, 2023 5.0 Pros Abuzz is an innovative tool to bring a sense of community back to college campuses post-COVID. It makes it super easy to spread information campus wide, without the hassle of posting physical flyers. Cons It is pretty difficult to get upperclassmen onto the app as they've gone the majority of their college career without it. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comment about Abuzz being an innovative tool for fostering a sense of community on college campuses, especially in a post-COVID environment. We're glad to hear that it has made it easier for you to spread information campus-wide without relying on physical flyers. If you have any suggestions or ideas on how we can better engage upperclassmen and encourage their participation on Abuzz, we would love to hear them. We value their perspectives and contributions to the community and are dedicated to creating a platform that benefits students across all years of their college journey. Thank you for being a part of Abuzz and for your support in creating a vibrant campus community. We will continue our efforts to enhance the platform and ensure that it meets the needs of all students, including upperclassmen. CP Claire P. Resident Assistant Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Abuzz Review" June 22, 2023 4.0 Pros That we can talk in small groups and connect Cons The software is difficult to navigate in my opinion Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the ability to connect and communicate in small groups on Abuzz. We understand that you find the software difficult to navigate, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused. We strive to make Abuzz user-friendly, and we appreciate your input as it helps us identify areas for improvement. We are continuously working on enhancing the navigation experience within the app to make it more intuitive and user-friendly. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will take it into consideration as we make updates and improvements. If you have any specific suggestions or further feedback on how we can improve the navigation and make it easier to use, please feel free to share. We value your input and appreciate your support as we work towards providing a better user experience on Abuzz. JD Janna D. Director Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Abuzz Product Review" June 14, 2023 5.0 Good! Pros Abuzz is a great way to share information with students. Cons Some of the functionality when trying to post. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your input is valuable to us as we continuously strive to improve our platform. We will carefully consider your feedback and use it to inform our future decisions and enhancements. We are grateful for your support and for being a part of our community. MV Marcia V. N/a Consumer Electronics Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Abuzz is an A+ for college" June 22, 2023 5.0 I really enjoy it Pros It gets you in touch with other students Cons A lot of the information sent was sent in an email also by the school. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. Your thoughts and suggestions are important to us as we continue to improve our product. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. BS Brianna S. Student Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "College abuzz " June 22, 2023 4.0 Overall I have enjoyed it. It’s a great way to connect our campus. Pros I enjoy how students can communicate with each other. Also the student wallet is really awesome. Cons I wish there was a way to get more students involved with the administrative side of it (ambassadors). Also there should be moderators for chats where offensive things can be deleted. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about the ability for students to communicate with each other and the student wallet feature. Regarding your suggestion about getting more students involved with the administrative side and having moderators for chats, we appreciate your input. We understand the importance of fostering student engagement and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for everyone. We will take your suggestions into consideration as we continue to develop and enhance Abuzz. Your feedback helps us identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. We're glad to hear that you have enjoyed using Abuzz as a way to connect with your campus community. Our goal is to provide a platform that brings students together and facilitates a sense of belonging. AA Athra A. Customer experience warranty analytics Automotive Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "It’s great! Keeps me connected to my college friends" June 13, 2023 3.0 My overall experience would be a 8/10 because overall abuzz has done more good for me than bad. Pros I love that I knew what events were happening around campus that my friends and I could attend. Cons I think just the user friendly aspect. I don’t find it easy to navigate Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your feedback is important to us as we strive to improve our product and provide the best experience for our users. We value your input and will consider your suggestions as we continue to enhance our platform. Thank you for being a part of our community, and we look forward to serving you better in the future. SF Shelbea F. Area Supervisor for Event Operations Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Very useful app! " June 22, 2023 4.0 Pros I like that Abuzz shows what events are occuring near year. Cons The notification features were slightly annoying for some of the different chats that have a lot of people in them. Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 7, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We understand that notifications in chats with many people can be overwhelming. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. With Abuzz, you have the option to mute specific groups or chats to reduce the frequency of notifications. We appreciate your input as it helps us improve our platform. If you have any further suggestions, please feel free to share. Thank you for your support as we strive to enhance the user experience on Abuzz. TD Trenton D. Student E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Review " June 13, 2023 4.0 I’ve been using it for over two years Pros Easy to use for all students on campus. Cons There really is t much bad about the app Review Source Response from College Town Insider July 10, 2023 Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your input is valuable to us as we continuously strive to improve our platform. We will carefully consider your feedback and use it to inform our future decisions and enhancements. We are grateful for your support and for being a part of our community for over 2 years! MP Melvin P. Product Development Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Average" August 1, 2023 2.0 Needs lot of improvement. But it is ok Pros Able to communicate with other students easily. Lot of relevant ads posted. Cons I don't like the structure of the app. It is very confusing. Review Source Similar Products Featured