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knetbooks.com
Founded in 2009
Lexington, KY, United States
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Knetbooks Reviews Summary

Knetbooks has a rating of 3.8 stars from 1,373 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Knetbooks most frequently mention good condition, timely manner and fast delivery. Knetbooks ranks 4th among Textbook Rentals sites.

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Utah
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Will never use this company again
October 13, 2023

I ordered my book a week and a half ago and still have not received it. I paid for quicker shipping so I could get my book faster. I have sent them TWO emails for help on finding out where my book is and NO RESPONSE. I called a number that I had to search high and low for only ti be told that the number is no longer in service. They have already charged my card, but I have no book and no way of contacting them or knowing where my book is. Very disappointed and will never is this company again and I will tell anyone and everyone looking for books to never use them either. Horrible company.

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Date of experience: September 13, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Delivery delay
October 13, 2023
Updated review

I have not received my order after past due of one week. No notification or explanation email received for the delay.

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Date of experience: September 13, 2023

It is very good!
September 3, 2023
Previous review

It is very good! Quick and easy, and good prices.

Date of experience: September 3, 2023
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Perfect for my class!
September 13, 2023

Was in great condition for my class and was fast shipping which helped me be prepared for my class.

Date of experience: September 13, 2023
New Mexico
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Do not rent with them
October 13, 2023

If I could give them 0 stars, I absolutely would. I tried to rent a book from Knetbooks and they said it would take about 3 to 4 days to get delivered. It took 3 weeks. And after emailing the customer service to get a refund or at least an update, I was promised a response within 2 days. It took a week to get one reply. I have since returned the book that I needed half the semester ago, and still have not received my refund after a week and a half. Also, if I ever do get my refund back, it is just a partial refund. They took my money when they did nothing at all for me! I did not get my book on time at all, did not get any help from this site or their customer service, and did not even look at the product and still could not get all my money back. Partial scam in my opinion. Just a heads up that you can definitely find a cheaper and much more efficient option for any textbook that you need rather than going through Knetbooks. I ended up finding a digital version of my book that was even cheaper than this rental from Knetbooks, and I do not have to return it, I purchased it and get to keep the download. Do good research to save your money, so Knetbooks won't take it while you get nothing in return!

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Date of experience: September 12, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great books
September 13, 2023

Books are great,will order again prices were cheap and shipping time was good

Date of experience: September 12, 2023
Maine
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awful service
October 12, 2023

After ordering the book expedited shipping, I never received it. After the date was due to arrive I checked the order status. It said the order was still processing. I messaged the company. I later learned they did not even have the book in their warehouse. I then cancelled my order but was still charged the expedited shipping fee, for a book the company does not even have available to deliver. So bascially, I was charged over $25.00 for the experience or ordering a book for them, trying to figure out why it never came, and then cancelling my order.

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Date of experience: September 12, 2023
Indiana
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Terrible experience!
October 12, 2023

Don't purchase from here! They tell you books are in stock but then over 2 weeks later, still don't have the book!

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Date of experience: September 12, 2023
Arizona
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Long delivery and not what I expected
October 12, 2023

Ordered it to be shipped faster but it took a week after standared shipping to arrive. I was also under the impression that this was a physical book instead I got a code.

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Date of experience: September 11, 2023
Florida
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
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Bad service
October 11, 2023

Terrible! Haven't received my order yet. Behind in my work!

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Date of experience: September 11, 2023
Utah
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thanks for providing cheaper options
September 11, 2023
Updated review

I'm surprised there is sales tax on something you aren't selling, but are renting. But otherwise satisfied

Date of experience: September 10, 2023

Rated 4/5 stars because I'm surprised you would charge...
August 30, 2023
Previous review

Rated 4/5 stars because I'm surprised you would charge sales tax on something you aren't selling, but are renting

Date of experience: August 29, 2023
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Bad Experience
October 10, 2023

I ordered a book for class and even though they advertised having it, they couldn't deliver. And they never informed me that they couldn't get the book. Only positive is that they did refund my money.

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Date of experience: September 10, 2023
Louisiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Still haven't received my book that was ordered expedited shipping in 8/30. Asked for status and they can't give me one. Told me would ship out on 9/7 and order is still processing. Horrible customer service! Do not order from here!

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Date of experience: September 9, 2023
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Cheap
September 9, 2023

I like that renting is cheaper than buying. It was easy and cheap to order online.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Arrived fast and as advertised.
September 9, 2023

I am going to use it for a class on drawing on the right side of the brain.

Date of experience: September 9, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Never got my book
October 9, 2023

Never received my book but charged me. Let's see if they do the right thing and refund my money. I'm not interested in doing business with them again.

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Date of experience: September 8, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Good
September 9, 2023

Got here fast and without any hassle, was good overall

Date of experience: September 8, 2023
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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School text book
September 8, 2023

Affordable & fast shipping rental I would totally recommend if you want to save money while attending school

Date of experience: September 8, 2023
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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First time with Knetbooks
September 8, 2023

It was a good experience, the book arrived earlier than expected and it was in an acceptable condition.

Date of experience: September 8, 2023
Erin C. — Knetbooks Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your feedback and for shopping at Knetbooks!

Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Expedite (verb) - make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly, especially when criminally doubling the cost of the product in order to do so.

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Date of experience: September 8, 2023
Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Rental Review
September 7, 2023

I received the book I ordered and it's in good condition.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023
Erin C. — Knetbooks Rep
over a year old

Thank you for shopping at Knetbooks!