When we think of businesses big or small, we view them as rather boring entities without any interesting personality whatsoever. Underneath all the corporate policies and standards to uphold, however, is that there really is a lot more to them than meets the eye. Social media has given us a glimpse that despite the tediousness and challenges of everyday operations, they manage to make the time to make witty comebacks at clients and customers who leave less than favorable comments. Sometimes, rival businesses are not even spared! So we’ve collected the best responses that delivered the laughs or the ultimate burns–such that whoever was on the receiving end needed to call the A & E!
Helping People Out
Tending to kids is not always easy and there are times when you have to stretch the truth just a teeny bit to make them happy–or perhaps to save yourself from potential embarrassment. One babysitter was forced to do exactly this. Luckily, the company in question understood her situation and even went as far as giving her an employment certificate. So which company came to the rescue?
Chili’s! Luckily for her, the people at this company in question understood how difficult it can be when you are trying to move up into this world, which often entails having to take on such side-gigs. They therefore decided to give a certain Bella Lawson the certificate. Not sure how valid it really is but at least it shows you that the management has got some sense of humor.
Right Back at Ya
Since social media is accessible to more people than ever, it has spawned into various types of people who are online most of the time. You have the usual annoying trolls and of course, keyboard warriors. You know the latter: individuals likely projecting their frustrations to the world from the comfort of their cushy homes, and sometimes unfortunately, with a big following. Sometimes, they post something that’s just uncalled for and therefore gets a reply along these lines:
So, reminder to all: if you’re going to be pissed off about something or someone, just make sure you don’t get dragged as magnificently as MoonPie did. Just because they peddle marshmallow sandwiches doesn’t mean they’ll be softies putting you in place! Not to mention that it would forever be immortalized online that a sandwich pointed out what a loser you are!
Feel the Burn
There are some companies who really can pat themselves on the back knowing that they have found an excellent person to write slogans for their commercials. Durex seems to fit into that category as they brought forth a message that will certainly send chills among many people who really do not feel ready to become parents.
One user commented saying that "That is one hell of a burn! Needs medical attention" which was straight to the point, but then another user commented something even more hilarious as a response: "Which is also another side effect of not using them.” And we hope that this didn't actually happen.
The Square Wins
Some people need to think a little bit more about the different production processes products undergo before they are delivered or certified as safe for human consumption–or use. That was apparently not the case with a user who made this comment:
You don’t want to be the person who got dragged online by a company whose logo is a girl with pigtail braids, but here we are. Maybe the post was also intended to rally people against square burgers only for the tweet to backfire. It seems this person forgot that people tend to be welcoming towards innovations about food–especially when it involves burgers!
Just Wow
It is no big surprise that there tends to be a little bit of rivalry between different companies, and this Twitter interaction is a prime example of that. However, this is one of the few times when we have seen companies be this direct with each other. Quite often the interaction tends to be more subtle.
Wendy’s may have delivered the burn that won this round but people in the comments weren’t very supportive of the company, it turned out: "Fun fact about Wendy's: they lost one of many lawsuits this week to a single fast-food restaurant in the Netherlands sporting the name 'Wendy's'. This has been going on for years and that single place is the reason the US chain can't open restaurants in any of the Benelux countries (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxemburg)" one commenter said.
Samsung Delivers
When people comment on companies' social media accounts they often think that they will be the only ones making hilarious and straightforward statements. But people do forget that there are actual people behind those official social media accounts. Believe it or not, those clever comebacks are not due to bots or A.I.!
So it’s even more humiliating when after replying to Samsung with this comment the company replied with a burn that did not even require one word–just an emoji! This is a good example showing that you don't need a lot of words to make someone crawl back into wherever they came from–where they will probably hide in embarrassment for the rest of the century.
Owned by The Dictionary
There are some figures within pop culture that are good at upsetting the masses, regardless if this is something that they are actually trying to do or not. But whenever there is controversy there will be some people moving in to put their own spin on things. And you know what? Companies do it too! DJ Khaled probably didn’t expect the dictionary to come after him.
Needless to say, there were many people in the comment section who saw DJ Khaled as entitled and selfish. Some also made it clear that they would have ended their relationship with the artist long ago for, you know, not reciprocating. Others thought that we shouldn't give a platform to celebrities period: "How about we STOP with the idol worship culture of effing ENTERTAINERS?!! Also, never re-tweet their opinions on anything other that (sic) their specialty (acting, music, etc).”
It's Not Always About the Movies
In a hilarious twist of social media banter, user @BryanBrigggz complained about Netflix's movie selection being so dull that his date decided to bail. Netflix, always ready with a quick comeback, replied, "Maybe because you were actually trying to watch a movie, Bryan."
We all know the "Netflix and chill" phrase almost always means that watching the movie might not have been what the date was expecting. It's a clever nudge at the popular culture surrounding the site as more than just a streaming service but a backdrop for casual dates. At least, it's clear Netflix has a knack for engaging with its audience with the right vibes.
Pretty Watered Down
The competition between different brands continues, and in this case it is obvious who got the last laugh. It is not uncommon for companies to try to find certain individuals that will help them promote their products. In some cases one might wonder how ethical some of those attempts really are, but that is a discussion for another time.
Something that people don’t really expect is when a company roasts another’s post that is essentially, well, harmless. But there are some posts that just call for it and Coors Light unfortunately drew the short end of the stick for that. Still, there’s no such thing as bad publicity, right? What matters are all the engagements on Twitter and other social media platforms! But this one, we have to say, is pretty funny.
Speaking of Size
It is a well-known fact that many companies use a bunch of special tricks in order to try to make their products look better than they actually do. Of course, this means that there are customers who will notice and can’t resist pointing out the obvious fact. Sometimes companies ignore it. And there are days they don’t:
As the old saying goes, “You reap what you sow.” And boy, did he reap or what! Gamestop pulled no punches in their reply. It just goes to show that whether a business is big or small, not only do they keep a close eye on social media–they’re lying in wait for that one post that’s just calling to be pounced on–much like a predator waiting in glee for that clueless prey to wander in their direction.
Imitation Is the Best Form of Flattery
There are businesses who are determined to make sure people know they came up with something first. This is not at all surprising since being first means forever being tied to that image and therefore instant product recall. Not to mention all the legal claims one is entitled to. Still, some, rather than going after other businesses who have clearly followed way too closely in their footsteps with regards to logos, do this:
What else could be a better burn than reminding them they basically ripped off your logo? And in doing so got a lot of people to agree! One of them even wrote, "So many of these impostor "KFC wannabe" companies here in the UK... they're on just about every street in some cities." And judging by the image that is certainly the case.
How to Choose Between Fast Food and Romance
When Twitter user @Arozhh found themselves in a classic fast-food dilemma—craving Wendy's while their girlfriend wanted McDonald's—they turned to social media for advice. Wendy's has never been good at holding back on sass, so they delivered a tasteful bun.
We only hope the complainant didn't make good on the advice that it might be easier to find a new girlfriend than to compromise on fast food choices. After all, this cheeky response is only a perfect example of how brands like Wendy's use humor to engage with their audience, making light of choices we make about where to eat, all while promoting their brand as superior.
McDonald's Takes A Hit
Wendy's seems to be a restaurant with some pretty clever social media people. Have you seen their answers in this article? They’re nothing short of brilliant! Their winning streak continues in response to a comment regarding McDonald’s:
And in what is maybe an interesting plot twist, people agreed with Wendy’s reply! One of them went as far as saying this: "Mcdonalds is indeed (sic) disappointment. Mostly when they put ingredients on your food you asked for them not to.” Now we want to know. What are these things still put in food despite instructions?
Never Underestimate Wendy's
Customers try to call Wendy's out on a number of issues, but those attempts have until now been quite futile. This Twitter user tried to see if they were going to defend their number one spot. And the answer that they came up with turned out to be the comment that killed it. There is pretty much nothing to say after this.
The users who saw this post seem to also have noticed that the person behind this social media account is quite clever. One of them for example said the following: "Whoever runs the Wendy's Twitter has way too much fun at their job. I'm jealous.” And that is something which we have noticed as well.
Let’s Call It What It Really Is
Celebrities and social media influencers often think that they will be able to fool us with fancy things that are, in fact, rather ordinary. That just goes to show that there is a lot of power in marketing, but also that despite a personality’s social media power, products tied to their name will not always be received with open arms–let alone an ounce of enthusiasm.
Staples Canada was quick to point out that Kris Jenner’s necklace looks like something you will find in their stores. Tastes vary, sure, but wouldn’t it be better to attach your name to something that doesn’t look like a DIY project? Not that all DIY projects are bad. Let’s just say this looks like there’s room for improvement. A lot of room.
When Tesco Goes for the Jugular
Some people try to be cool or witty in dragging businesses or a specific group of people–or in this case, both. As seen in the exchange, businesses such as Tesco Mobile seems to have hired some social media managers armed with a vast lexical arsenal:
Quite a few people in the comment section thought that this was the best burn ever. If you bring up something about relationships and try to use that as a tool in order to attack some business, not to mention a group of people, then you better watch out. You might get a reply so savage your chances of recovery are practically nil.
Burger Wars
McDonald's and Burger King have been rivals for a long time–and at one point even involved a lawsuit! It’s usually the kind of rivalry you expect between friends and celebrities, just not fast-food companies. But here we are with these two. See how Burger King leads by a mile in the never-ending contest of shade:
Some users did however feel that they really enjoyed such answers: "shame they do not do something here in Ghent, Belgium. The burger king joint and mcdo are pretty much in the same street" one user said, while another one pointed to the obvious burn by saying that "they are going to need to put that fire out."
Unsinkable Wendy’s
We have seen a lot of examples where Wendy’s has gone after McDonald's since they seem to be their arch enemy number one. But it seems like they also go after other companies, such as Burger King for example. In this tweet they wanted them to close permanently, but that isn't really a healthy way of looking at your competition.
For some reason the person behind the social media account of Wendy's has a tendency to go after every competing business out there. One might wonder what the motivation behind this dedication really stems from, or as one user said: "Some people just want to see the world burn... especially red-haired girls.”
No Mercy Even for Chick-Fil-A
The social media wars between different franchises seems to not have an end in sight. This time Wendy's seems to have something against Chick-Fil-A. The latter put out an ad trying to get the locals to come to their restaurants but the person behind the social media account of Wendy's wasn't having it.
A few of the people in the comment section who happened to see the post did however agree that Wendy's definitely was to their liking: "When I ate Wendy’s I loved that spicy chicken sandwich !!" they said. And then another user thought Wendy's remarks were pretty clever: "I love Wendy's Social media responses…”
Check Yourself First
If you are going to use the social media account of the business you are working in to start criticizing other products, then you might need to know what you are talking about–even though whatever you are posting is a joke or dashed with a little tongue-in-cheek.The person behind the Old Spice account probably didn't say much more after this.
One of the users commenting on the matter chimed in on the burn that just happened: "Wow old spice, its (sic) called fire sauce because it lights your mouth on fire like gas and a lighter which your the gas because you just got burned by the taco bell lighter!" Not surprisingly, many people in the comments agreed.
Down Redbox Goes
It turns out that Wendy's isn't the only business that has some pretty savvy social media person. Burger King is right up there among the top burners. The comment given by Redbox doesn't even make much sense, but what does make more sense is the reply that they got back from Burger King
People in the comment section didn't feel that Redbox's comment was that clever either: "Generally speaking, replies such as 'OK boomer' that have no real reference to the original argument are so superficial and stupid. I mean, you downplay someone's argument because of their age, wtf? (Not a boomer, btw)" one user said.
A Lesson From Microsoft
This kind of language is not really something that we would have expected from Microsoft and maybe that is why it is so funny. Remarks with a serving of wit make them even better! As this user named firceval might have thought, there was no way to expect a smart comeback–but it came. And served.
But the person behind Microsoft's social media account did deliver to the point that the other Twitter user had no choice but to take their ball and go home. It would however be interesting to see who the real person behind Microsoft's account really is, just because we would like to give them a medal.
Maybe It’s Not Common Practice
The entitlement of some people will never cease to astound us. But it’s a fact of the world, unfortunately, that there are still folks who think everyone and everything has to stop at their slightest whim. So if you feel like dining out, it won’t hurt to make a reservation. Restaurants can get full sometimes so it’s always good to book in advance. This common practice still eludes customers, though:
And in order to illustrate the obvious point the people behind the restaurant just had to insert a link to the definition of a table reservation! There are times when the best comebacks are not the longest one, but those which only require a few words. Maybe the angry customer learned something and will book a table in advance next time.
The Eternal Battle
It is rather astounding how companies can waste advertising money on pointless bickering. To put up their taunts on these billboards that come with months-long leases is far from cheap. But they seem to have the money for it. Let’s just hope they’re ready for the year-end accounting and the stakeholders want to go over the advertising expenses column by column!
We should also point out that perhaps the last billboard took things one step too far as the people seeing it will probably be confused about what they are trying to say. One of the commenting users pointed that out as well: "I'm thinking of the drivers who just see the last billboard that says, "No, not really" and wonder wtf Chevrolet is advertising.”
Time to Chill the Beef Debate
When @Drchoker got curious and tweeted at Wendy's, asking how they keep their beef fresh if it's never frozen, Wendy's came back with a one-word zinger. By now, we're already overly familiar with Wendy's knack for keeping things simple yet witty.
They're famous for their fresh, never-frozen beef, a unique selling point that promises juicier, tastier burgers. The pro of such a move is that fresh meat tends to cook more flavorfully and is more tender than its frozen counterparts, giving Wendy's an edge in the fast-food game while reinforcing their commitment to freshness. So, it might be time to stop overthinking their food quality practices.
All Hail the King
These two companies seem to have been at each other's throats since the very dawn of time, and they are still at it even today. The people at Burger King were probably quite happy that they were able to get this billboard position, and most likely got a good laugh after it went up..
Though we might find this one funny as well, there were people in the comment section that were of a completely different opinion. "Sorry they feel the need to bring negative attention to themselves (sic) they must be desperate" one commenter said.
Dr. Doolittle Knows How to Bite
People often try to go after certain clinics for not treating them the way they were supposed to or in some fashion that otherwise upset the patient. But there will also be times when the patient themselves is at fault. And during such instances it is a good thing that businesses know how to fight back.
Not surprisingly, people in the comment section were rather thrilled about this and one of them even had the following to say: "Hahaha lol. Now these are the kind of posts I come here looking for!!! Last sentence absolute classic! Lol" while another one commented saying "Woo! Loving the savage vet here.”
Wendy’s Is A Masterclass
We sure hope that they are paying the person behind Wendy's social media account enough because it should be obvious to anyone right about now that they are doing a really good job. One user tried to post this in order to see what their response would be and we can probably all agree on the fact that they didn't disappoint.
A commenting user stated that "Wendy's social media handler(s) should make more than the CEO.” We agree! They deserve every dollar! Another user was a bit confused about what the beef was all about: "Why is Wendy's seemingly ALWAYS fighting McDonald's? It's occasionally other fast food restaurants, but it's mostly McDonald's and I've yet to understand why" they said.
Giving Proper Credit to the Right People
Many people try to be original online, but it does not always work out as intended. This Twitter user tried to make a post taking a shot at SunnyD. Here’s the thing: if you’re going to drag someone, do it in your own way. Don’t rip off someone’s joke. You don’t want this to happen:
Remember how we were absolutely discouraged from copying someone else’s homework back in school? Well, guess what, it still applies! Sure, there won’t be any copyright infringement issues this time around but people forget that the internet is the world’s repository of everything. Anything that can be found will be found. Receipts are also easier now. One comment summed up everyone’s reaction to the copy-paste fiasco: "people who steal content or tag famous people/business with some controversial comment just to gain attention are so pathetic..."
Netflix Mic Drop
We are about to see that businesses don't only decide to throw shade at the masses. They are not above taking shots at famous celebrities as well. Conan O'Brien thought that he was going to be clever by pointing out that despite all the choices available on Netflix, the quality is questionable. Netflix. Was. Just. Not. Having. It.
Netflix not only hit back but scored a homerun. Companies are on social media to better service people but it’s also a chance to have some fun and at times, give comebacks that burn so bad ice isn’t enough to treat it. And if you can take on Conan, you do deserve a spot in the Comebacks Hall of Fame!
Takeout Boast Gone Wrong
A Twitter user, @canceric, shared this victorious snapshot showing a takeout bag proudly sitting on their car's passenger seat, alongside a message hoping that anyone who doubted them would see this as a sign of success. Enter Wendy's, the burger chain famous not just for its square patties but its razor-sharp wit on social media.
This comeback is a classic Wendy's tactic, combining humor with a gentle reminder that, in their eyes, choosing any other fast-food option is a miss. It's a light-hearted way to assert brand superiority while engaging with fans, keeping the social media banter lively and fun. No offense, @canceric.
Comin’ In Hot
It’s about time we ask this: has the person behind the Wendy’s Twitter account gotten their raise yet because if not, it’s really overdue. Not only are the barbs served but clearly, Wendy’s also takes pride in their products. No wonder they’re pretty confident in delivering this comeback:
If there will ever be a lesson in giving something that’s hotter than burn, it’s this. Still, as tasty as those spicy nuggets are, there are people in the comments who are not too excited about their possible return: "Don't care about the spicy nuggets. Bring back the homestyle chicken sandwich you got rid of when you were chasing that pickle sandwich fad. Wendy's used to be so good."
Samsung: So What?
The ongoing battle between iPhone and android users is never-ending. Naturally, people from both sides try to see if they can insult the companies involved in creating them. As seen here, Samsung is not above getting into the fray.
Some users in the commenting section could however not stay away from joining the raging debate: "Ok but that's just an opinion, and personally, I disagree. There are a lot of phone options better than iPhone and Fortnite is fun" one user said. Why can't people just buy what they want themselves and be happy? Yes. Why can’t they?
Strike One
We live in a new era where companies not only need to compete in the real world, but also need to take shots at each other. All for the purpose of entertainment and engagement! That is exactly what went down between Jimmy John's and Wendy's. And for once we were granted a rare moment where Wendy's was put in their place as well.
Was this a one-off? Who knows. But when taking on Wendy’s, it’s not for the faint of heart. Winning should not be a mere goal. It’s the only outcome possible–or else, check yourself in the nearest burn unit! Jimmy John’s probably got lucky this time around and it sure didn’t pass unnoticed: "Hahaha... Jimmy John's pulled out Wendy's full government name" one user commented on the matter.
A Spicy Comeback
Taco Bell rules the realm of tacos and burritos, and Wendy's is famous for its fresh burgers. Both are big on flavor and even bigger on social media sass, known for their playful jabs at each other and at their own fans.
So, when a suspected Wendy's employee cheekily named Taco Bell their second favorite, Taco Bell kept it cool with a "your secret is safe with us." Never one to miss a beat, Wendy's fired back with a zinger about losing taste after staring at the sun, implying Taco Bell's food might not be up to par. Good thing we know it's all in jest.
A Reminder on Wildlife Etiquette
Charmin, famous for its super soft toilet paper and those adorable animated bear commercials, found itself in a bizarre Twitter moment. A user joked about a tragic encounter involving his daughter, a bear, and an offer of Charmin toilet paper. Charmin's response was both witty and responsible.
But they couldn't resist tossing in a playful nod to Old Spice, another brand known for its wild and humorous advertising featuring animals and adventurous scenarios, suggesting that "wild animal wrangling" is more Old Spice's territory. This clever comeback not only addressed the joke but also connected two brands known for their distinctive, cheeky advertising styles, creating more buzz.
The Copycat of a Copycat
This one probably qualifies as a double roast. There are many companies that want to take pride in being the first, the pioneer, the leader–in other words, the OG. The fight for this spot especially in the tech industry can be quite vicious, with every side involved wielding codes rather than swords. Whoever makes the ultimate breakthrough is king, and in this instance, the short video format:
The exchange resonated among the users in the sidelines. One of them left this comment: "I was on Instagram and actually got confused I must've clicked on reels by accident. I actually thought I was on tik tok LMFAO. Another user, who we suspect must be the all-knowing one silently watching this raging battle, said: "Kinda like shareyourworld.com. Anyone remember that?"
Fill In the Blanks
It has been noted time and time again in the users section, but there seems to be some ill will from Wendy's side towards McDonald's. We really don't know why that is. Perhaps the person behind their social media account had some bad experience while visiting the latter and has never gotten over it?
One user, reacting to this exchange, speculated that based on the Wendy’s logo, "This is why they say to be wary of red heads. They can act all sweet but tick them off and you're gonna burn.” Another added their two cents’ worth by stating what is by now universal knowledge: "You cannot win against Wendy’s".
Everyday Inspiration
The feud between Wendy's towards McDonald's continues, or should we rather say the feud FROM Wendy's TOWARDS McDonald's? As of yet we haven't seen one instance where Wendy's sweats even just a little in putting down its rival. Such exchanges go viral so it didn’t take long for another company to ride the wave and do some self-promotion:
A few people in the comment section took this as an opportunity in order to comment on something that they have experienced during these types of moments: "It’s been my experience that whenever they bulldoze a McDonald’s it’s only to make room for a bigger McDonald’s" one user stated.
A Lesson in Originality
Tesco Mobile, known for offering mobile phone services as part of the larger Tesco brand, which includes supermarkets and more, showed they're not just about deals and coverage. When @virctqclaudette tweeted about the "awkward moment" of getting redirected to Tesco Mobile's messaging service, Tesco Mobile's response was as quick as it was sharp.
It's a clever way of pointing out how common complaints can be while also reminding everyone that they're listening and ready to sprinkle a little humor into their customer service. This comeback highlights Tesco Mobile's playful side, showing they're not afraid to engage in a bit of banter with their audience.
Mind Your Manners
Many of the people that companies hire in order to manage their social media accounts do have a flair for coming up with witty comebacks. This company however seems to have hired someone who brings quite an aggressive touch in answers. It’s still witty but we don’t want to be on the receiving end of this person’s temper:
There were people commenting on the post that didn't really get the message here: "Soooo, they're agreeing their product tastes like glue? I'm not sure that response had the result they were hoping for" one user said. And we do agree a bit because it does sound like they just shoot themselves in the foot.
That Probably Hurt
It takes someone with wit, style, not to mention a vast vocabulary to handle the social media accounts of fast-food restaurants–which seems lacking in sports clubs. Maybe it’s the fact that rivalries within the food industry can get pretty intense, it’s just that no one sees what happens behind the swinging kitchen doors, unlike the football field.
"Ouch! Back in the Premier League though at last. But, yes, it's been a long and hard road back so kudos to Pizza Hut for the good burn. Still prefer Dominos though," one user commented while another one said that Pizza Hut is a lot more to their liking than Domino's. Regardless of which one is preferable, at least we got a few good laughs.
The Quick End to a Roasting War
Wendy's decided to stir the pot on this random day by asking McDonald's for a roast. Enter a witty Twitter user, @bearcherian, who seized the moment with a zinger about the roast settings on their microwave." This reinforces the long-standing joke that McDonald's relies on microwaves rather than fresh cooking, contrasting Wendy's commitment to freshness.
It's a perfect example of how Wendy's social media invites playful banter, not just from rival brands but from its audience, too, turning the whole thing into a communal roast session that entertains followers and highlights Wendy's brand identity in a fun, engaging way. We can't get enough of it.
Full Throttle Nerd
Toyota might have got a bit of a point in this interaction, but at the same time it does show that the person behind their social media account is lacking some sense of humor. We’re not saying laws should be broken or anything of that nature be suggested but when it comes to social media, things are pretty light. They don’t always have to be taken very seriously.
There were people in the comment section as well who pointed out that video games in general are worrying: "As far as I know there isn't one videogame that promotes safe and responsible driving." so even though Toyota is trying to sound like a serious company, with this comment they just sound nerdy. Learn to have fun, Toyota!
Hooking a Fishy Customer
In a delightful exchange of puns, a Twitter user @TeaAndCopy made a fishy joke about being unable to buy battered fish from Sainsbury's due to the lack of a "bar cod." Quick on the draw, Sainsbury's, a well-known supermarket chain famous for its wide range of groceries and household goods, replied with a wave of their own puns.
They responded by asking for a clear explanation, choosing to play along with the aquatic theme. It shows Sainsbury's isn't just about selling food; they're also keen on engaging with their customers in a light-hearted manner, making grocery shopping a bit more fun with their clever wordplay.
Candy Comes for Brady
Being in the spotlight as a celebrity is no easy task, and it doesn't get any easier if you are a popular athlete. In the age of social media, the slightest slip-up can result in endless roasting online and if it’s truly grave, maybe result in the loss of multi-million dollar endorsements. Fortunately, there was nothing close to the latter with football star Tom Brady.
In what was a pretty normal occurrence in the sport, Brady lost his grip on the football. It didn’t take long for the internet to come after him–including the popular brand Butterfingers! Seems he didn’t let the comments bother him, though: "Brady probably laughed it off. Everyone misses once in a while - butterfinger sounds like an ahole for using a mistake to be a bully" one user commented.
Integrated Error
This is allegedly taken from inside a Tesla vehicle, and it is obvious to anyone that the wit often displayed by Elon Musk extends to his products as well. After all, It takes a special kind of genius in order to switch the icon of a Mercedes car for a trash can. Let's just hope this part of the feature was temporary so that no real accidents happen.
It seems this was the thought of other people in the comments of the photo as well. It went like this: "That’s actually pretty dangerous. If someone actually thinks it’s a trash can and backs up not worrying about hitting it, they are going to be in for an expensive surprise.”
Sodas: Assemble
When Twitter itself posts, everyone pays attention. By posting one day that it needed a refreshing, cold beverage, the sodas came forward. And they were ready to pour, so to speak. Still, one of the reactions to the spontaneous team-up said, “These are all Coca Cola brands, so big meh.”
Some of the users also decided to talk a little bit about a specific brand among this list: "Dasani is common everywhere BUT the UK. Though I dont know if they ended up launching in the rest of Europe after that debacle. But basically what happened in UK had no effect on the rest of the world, they never even knew about that failed launch and kept drinking it.”
Do Not Come After Coachella
Elon Musk seems to enjoy launching Twitter wars that range from petty to annoying. Due to his popularity, he has a lot of supporters. But as seen below, Coachella delivered a blow to Musk’s post and this was all he could say in response:
Nevertheless, Musk still had a lot of support: "Gotta go with Elon on this one. In all the years Coachella has existed, I can count the number of featured acts I'd pay a nickel to see on the fingers of one hand,” according to one comment. How about finding another musical festival, instead?
The Next Target
McDonald's has often become the target not just of official social media accounts of companies but personal ones as well. However, McDonald’s also goes after others. In this instance, it’s clear who ignited the fight and exactly which company is being targeted. What other beverage company names products that sort of sound like this? All together now: Starbucks!
And instead of scoring some wins, people seemed to have come for McDonald’s instead. A comment went, "you can call it anything you want, McDonalds, it still tastes nothing like real coffee, it's just lame brown water with light coffee aroma.” Another user also said, "Like someone walked by it with a coffee bean stuck to their shoe or something."
There’s Your Answer
Ordinary people and other businesses are not the only ones having to feel the burn once in a while. Celebrities and artists are often targeted - something that Burger King gives us an example of in this tweet. If you have a large following then you might need to be careful about what you say because it will come back to bite you.
And there were people in the comment section agreeing that McDonald's isn't always the best choice out there: "I have not touched McDonalds in 10 years I honestly despise it so much just bleh" one user said. Maybe McDonald's increasing popular is more due to the Happy Meal toys and not their burgers?
Shots Fired
Current events often give people food for thought when it comes to posts on social media and in this case, advertising campaigns. When this was posted one user commented: "Im (sic) guessing this was relased (sic)after the basketball players' brand new bike split underneath him and he got injured". And to be honest, the damage on the shoes don't look pretty.
Though Nike wasn't all that popular among the people in the comment section, Skechers didn't have that much of a better reputation: "Skechers won't support you for more than about a week either. Ever since they switched to cheap garbage memory foam insoles, it's cheaper to buy a blowout pair of Nike than to keep replacing flat soleless Skechers," said one comment.
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It might be a tempting thing for ordinary people to do shoutouts to well-known brands thinking that they are not going to reply. But you might need to be careful with that since they might retort with something that is going to burn for quite a while. That is something Old Spice proved to one of its followers.
That said, why Old Spice responded as it did instead of writing something that’s a bit more supportive is anyone’s guess. It does seem rather out of place, and maybe he should take his affection elsewhere. He should also be aware that there will probably not be that many people saying that they love him if he wears Old Spice.
Paying Too Much
There is a rather strange phenomenon going on in our society. Brands are able to amp up their image so much that people in the end pay completely ridiculous prices for something that should not cost much at all. Apple has been at the forefront of this and therefore it is not surprising that there are other brands making fun of them.
This Twitter post is a shot of the monitor stand that Apple launched which was severely overpriced. This has led many to question whether Apple has become a greedy business. Some people commenting on this post started to wonder about the number of people that actually bought the thing
Tele-ing Like It Is
If you have a brand or a company that is going to take pride in being the one that offers the most storage space, then it would also be a good idea to check first if your competitors offer more. That wasn't the case in this Twitter situation since Telegram obviously offered a lot more.So what to do if you have such an advantage? What else but take advantage of it!
Perhaps the people managing Whatsapp should be less stingy with the storage space, because the amount that they are offering really isn't all that impressive in this day and age. Sometimes you just have to do more.
Unveiled
We are not surprised that different car brands do take shots at each other every now and then. Having a car of a particular brand will often give the owner a sense of identity and that sexy vibe. That is the aim of every car brand. And as it goes in business, anything begun by one is a stepping stone for the next to do better. In other words: getting to burn the competition. And the more public, the better!
In the comment section one person couldn’t understand why BMW often gets so much criticism: "Why is everyone hating on BMW? Our most unreliable and expensive cars ( due to a failing engine, we had to buy a new engine 4k, other Toyota was mugged of its airbags ) were Toyota. Our cheapest and best car ever is BMW. 25 years old, still mint (sic) condition, not a single failure in 10 years.”
That’s Gotta Hurt
Wendy's has become known for taking a lot of shots at competitors within the industry, but there are also times when they go after brands that are not their direct competitor in any way. We don't know what Wendy's has against Blizzard Activision or why they decided that they were their next target, but the comeback does sound funny at least.
And something should also be said in regards to the person commenting on Wendy's post. It should be pretty obvious to all of the users on Twitter at this point that if you are going to say something to this social media account then you need to be prepared for the burn because it will come. Oh, yes. It will always come.
Bitcoin Is the Future, Yes?
People often get annoyed with Facebook for blocking things, and oftentimes it is difficult to know why some posts or accounts get blocked but not others. And so when other businesses make that unfortunate draw, it doesn’t take too long before they start taking shots at Facebook.
Some people in the comment section did however decide to take things a little bit further and really aired their grievances about the platform: "I truly hate FB for all the harm they've done throughout the world, esp. to impressionable youth. Screw FB!" they said. Harsh? We leave it up to you decide.
Pizza Fight
The people managing the social media accounts of businesses seem to be really petty sometimes, as the back-and-forth can get endless. But who knows? Maybe this is what they are hired to do. They’re just doing their job! But it does take persistence to win.
In the comment section there were some people who sided with Digiorno and others who thought that Papa John's was a lot better. One user for example said that "Of course Papa John’s comeback sounds stupid and more like what someone in junior high would come up with. Not even clever or funny.” Guess who wins this round?
Not Yet the Time
There are certain people who really dislike businesses and are very much willing to do everything in their power in order to bring them down. Some reviews are deserved, some are uncalled for. And this one is pretty much a straight up lie, as you will see:
Lots of stores and restaurants tend to let negative comments slide but something that can hurt an establishment before it even starts will of course have the people in charge coming for the person who left the review. Something tells us Jason What’s-His-Name will probably not receive a warm welcome in this restaurant. Shame, Jason. Shame. Shame.
Not Understanding the Basics
We have seen cases where people really feel the need to complain about companies, but when they do, they often don't know the basics of what the company is about. In this interaction the person making the complaint did however not understand the most basic stuff regarding common biology knowledge.
Many in the comment section couldn't believe that someone actually wrote this. It kind of makes us wonder if the person in question was trying to troll. "Ha ha. Reminds me of my friend who once told me, as a vegetarian, I could eat deer because deer are vegetarian. I have no idea what his logic was!!" one user comment said.
Rolling With the Punches
Companies usually try to avoid touching any negative review that they get fearing that it is going to hurt their business. But then there are others who really see the marketing value of such things and use them to their advantage. This company really understood how to put that phenomenon into practice.
That is nevertheless a modality that has been employed by other businesses before. So this is not the first time it has happened. In the comment section one person brought up another business that does the same thing: "At the Alamo Draft house (movie theater) I frequent, before the movie, they used to play the voicemail messages left by 2 particularly dumb patrons.”
Why Didn’t You Hold My Order?
We really don't understand what some people are thinking. While it’s not unusual to make a food order and pick it up at a later date, it’s only done because there’s an arrangement–like when ordering a cake with a special design, for example. Or if the restaurant has an app that lets you schedule your order in advance so you don’t have to pick it up right away. That’s not what happened here.
When we see reviews like this one it is difficult to tell if the person is trolling or if they really believe what they say. That is something which some people in the comment section also thought. One of them had the following to say: "What the-?? are these even real people??"
The Entitled Freeloader
Customers sometimes act really entitled and think that they can do anything they want and never get called out for it. Still, it’s common decency and yeah, courtesy, that if you’re going to use a restaurant’s free wifi, you do have to order something. Like fries. Or coffee. You don’t bring food from another restaurant!
If you read only the customer’s complaint, you’ll definitely side with them. Scroll a bit more and the restaurant has a different side to the story that will make people change their minds about siding with the customer.
Wearing It With Pride
Many businesses dread what their customers are going to say about them on social media. Some owners try to silence the chatter–something that often does not work well and tends to backfire spectacularly. Some businesses take the complaints in stride. You know what they say: all attention is good attention.
People commenting on the post were at times not that bothered with the service. And as expected, there were also some who care less about it and are more about the actual food: "As long as good food is served, I'm not too fussed about the service" one user said. But if the food never arrives then how can it be good?
Show Me the Money
It is common practice for people all over the world to pay as little as possible to babysitters since they really don't consider it to be proper work. Which is just odd since for work that is not considered professional, it involves the safety and welfare of children.
Some who saw this post did not only find the low pay to be strange but also the fact that they had never even met the person as well: "how does a mother hand her child over to a person she has never even met? $4/hr was insulting but dear God, this mother is beyond clueless" one user said.
Fitting Your Narrative
People who play games online often see the game and their progress in it as a part of their identity. And when they don't succeed playing the actual game they tend to take that out on the game itself as well as the developers behind it. But after seeing the response from the people behind the game, this person probably realized keeping their frustration to themselves was a better option.
That was something the commenting users also agreed with. One person for example said that, "Certain journalists especially. Doom Eternal kept getting dinged because the platforming was too hard for folks. And, you know, I get it. I actually suck at platforming. Doesn't make it a less amazing game just because I dunno how to jump.”
R00D
There have been many cases where entitled customers who don't get what they want even go as far as leaving a bad review that is often undeserved and in this case, defamatory. But luckily there are some, if not many, business owners who know how to respond to those ungrateful customers who are only trying to unfairly lowball a service provider but also cause trouble.
Something that does give us a hint that the potential customer was up to not good was the spelling of the word "rude.” If you can't even be bothered to spell something like that right, then that sort of shows what you are to some degree. And that was something which the people in the comment section said as well.
The Other Side of the Story
If you only read the comment by the customer then you would most likely feel that this isn't some place that you would want to order from ever. But as the person behind the business later commented: "there are two sides to every story.” And boy. That’s all we can say. Oh, boy.
One woman in the comment section brought up a similar story that happened to her once: "I worked at a bakery/cafe and a woman left a 1-star review because she tried use (sic) the drive-thru to pick up her (sic) the custom cake that she ordered. What she failed to SAY in the review was that we had her pull forward 20 feet and BROUGHT THE CAKE OUT TO HER CAR so she wouldn't have to wake up her kid!" she said.
Hilarious Fast Food Showdown
Wendy's and Hardee's are two big names in the burger world. Wendy's is known for its fresh, never-frozen beef and sassy social media comebacks, and Hardee's prides itself on thick burgers and filling breakfasts. They're both famous for serving up fast-food favorites but have very different ways of chatting online.
Here, Wendy's threw shade at Hardee's, calling them a copycat. Hardee's clapped back, saying just because they were first doesn't mean Wendy's is better, then hit the block button. This back-and-forth is more than just a spat; it's clever marketing. It's a good way to get folks talking about their brand without the high costs.