Insane Glassdoor Reviews: When Employees Go Full Rant Mode

Glassdoor is supposed to help people find great companies. But sometimes it’s just a therapy session with a public audience. Hidden behind anonymous usernames, former employees use the platform to rage, vent, and absolutely roast their past employers. Some reviews are helpful. Others are so brutal, they’re unforgettable.

Below are some of the wildest, funniest, and most jaw-dropping Glassdoor reviews ever posted. These aren’t your average complaints. These are full-on meltdowns that expose bad bosses, chaotic workplaces, and straight-up nonsense.

1. “Avoid Avoid Avoid” – Mopals, Toronto

A software developer at Mopals warned future applicants to run. “Good salary, on paper,” they wrote. But once they started, the red flags flew. No direct deposit. Handwritten paychecks. No pay stubs. T4s that never arrived. The final straw? “You won’t be getting your last paycheck.” Their advice: walk out right after cashing it.

2. “Lack of Management Intelligence” – Guff Media, Los Angeles

This ex-employee didn’t hold back. They called out management for being reactive, clueless, and inconsistent. “Decisions are not met with follow-through,” they said. The solution? “Hire a management staff that can handle the work.” Ouch.

3. “Sinking Ship” – Ziff Davis, San Francisco

This review paints a depressing picture. A siloed company where people don’t even say hello. “You can sit next to people who won’t even talk to you for over a year,” the employee wrote. The culture was described as toxic, competitive, and outdated. Their advice: “Stop bullying your people.”

4. “Suck Eggs and Some Snails” – Starbucks

One ex-Starbucks worker skipped constructive feedback and jumped straight to insult comedy. Their advice to management was simply, “Suck eggs and some snails.” It makes no sense, but it’s impossible to forget.

5. “If This Is Night, You Say It’s Night” – Libsys, India

One software engineer claimed the CEO treated employees like “labour,” banned tea breaks before lunch, and paid salaries late. The air conditioning never worked, policies changed hourly, and the manager was “shakki” (suspicious) enough to hire someone just to spy on staff. The takeaway? “You’ll never get fat because they won’t give you time to eat.”

6. “Bloodsucking Company” – Atos, India

This reviewer said they had to pay out of pocket for work expenses, got minimum pay, and used buggy tools that rarely worked. Their summary: “It’s a bloodsucking company.” A reminder that even big brands can run messy operations.

7. “Like Peanuts to Monkeys” – J.P. Morgan, Mumbai

This former Java developer didn’t mince words. They described management as ego-driven and dismissive. “They still think you’re a MONKEY,” they wrote. They claimed the company treated staff like interchangeable parts, not people.

8. “24-Hour Shifts Without a Cab” – MarketsandMarkets

This one’s hard to read. The reviewer described unethical practices, no research training, fake forecast data, and late-night shifts without transport for women. “Some women stay 24 hours in the office,” they said. The company even forced staff to write positive reviews to protect its brand.

9. “Stop Playing With Someone’s Career” – Rockstand Digital

A current employee blasted the company for having no structure, no direction, and a founder who bullies staff. “No one has any views on what they are working,” they wrote. Their warning: most good employees only last three to four months.

10. “Unhygienic HR Staff” – Datavail, India

After going through multiple interviews, a candidate was told they would not be offered the salary originally promised. “Unhygienic, unhealthy and unprofessional,” they called the HR team. It might’ve been harsh, but it’s a reminder that first impressions matter—even during hiring.

How Real Are These Reviews?

Glassdoor reviews can be brutally honest. But sometimes they’re exaggerated or fake. Companies have been known to encourage staff to leave glowing reviews. Some even try to remove negative ones. Others quietly ask staff to write “balanced” feedback.

According to one anonymous commenter, their boss “made us write positive reviews on company time.” Another admitted to writing fake reviews packed with perks they wished they had, like “work-from-home Fridays.” The goal? Trick execs into thinking those perks already existed.

And yes, it is possible to remove Glassdoor reviews, but only if they break site policies. That means harassment, threats, or exposing private information. If it’s just angry, rude, or even insane, it’s probably staying up.

Why Do Employees Rage Online?

Simple. People feel ignored. One bad boss, a missed paycheck, or a toxic team can make someone snap. Glassdoor becomes the punching bag. It’s anonymous. It’s public. And for some, it feels like justice.

But here’s the kicker. Sometimes the angry review helps a company. It reveals problems. It forces change. Other times, it scares off good talent.

What You Can Learn from This

For employers: don’t ignore the noise. Reviews that sound insane might still have a grain of truth. Track patterns. Fix real issues. And don’t try to game the system. It always backfires.

For job seekers: read between the lines. Look for recurring complaints. Compare with what people say on Reddit or Blind. If multiple reviews mention late pay or a “suspicious CEO,” believe them.

And for everyone else: remember that anonymous doesn’t mean harmless. One review can shape a company’s reputation. Or ruin it.

Final Thoughts

These reviews may be funny, but they reflect real frustration. Sometimes it's bad culture. Sometimes it's bad leadership. Sometimes it's just a bad fit.

Use Glassdoor as a tool, not a bible. And if you’re an employer facing one of these firestorms? Don’t panic. Learn from it. And maybe don’t treat your team like zoo animals.

If all else fails, remember there are ways to remove Glassdoor reviews—but it’s a legal and policy game, not a magic eraser.

And if you’re the kind of person who signs off with “suck eggs and some snails,” maybe take a nap first.