While payday lenders may seem like a convenient solution when your back is against the wall, not all companies are created equal. There are some companies out there with poor customer service and bad rates. You’ll find yourself in an even worst situation that when you started. That’s why it’s best to be aware of companies that you should avoid.

Here are 3 of those companies below:

• Avant
• Money Mutual
• United Cash Loans

These companies were rated by consumers based on service, cost, timing, and willingness to use them again. The ratings range from 1 to 5, with 1 being the worst. Here is how each company scored:

Avant
Service – 2.7
Cost – 1.0
Timing – 2.5
Use Again – 1.3

Money Mutual
Service – 3.0
Cost – 1.0
Timing – 3.0
Use Again – 1.0

United Cash Loans
Service – 1.7
Cost – 1.7
Timing – 2.6
Use Again – 1.9

Think twice before taking your business to any of these payday companies.