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Swappa

3.8

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Swappa Reviews Summary

Swappa generally enjoys a positive reputation for offering a reliable platform for buying and selling used electronics, with many users appreciating the thorough vetting of devices and the ease of transactions. However, significant concerns arise regarding customer service, particularly in response times and support during disputes, with numerous customers expressing frustration over unhelpful interactions and unresolved issues. Additionally, complaints about payment processing and discrepancies in product conditions highlight a need for improved communication and accountability. Overall, while many customers report satisfaction, the negative experiences suggest a critical need for enhanced customer support and service transparency.

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value
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returns
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quality
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Missouri
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I found swappa through a search engine and I'm glad I did! I got a beautiful, mint condition iPhone 6 for $450. I bought it on a Wednesday night, it shipped on Thursday and I got it on Saturday! Yes it didn't come with a charger but that's not too bad because the phone was cheap and beautiful. If I ever have to get a new phone again I'm totally using Swappa again.

Date of experience: February 28, 2016
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Swapppa staff made me feel comfortable
February 28, 2016

I used swappa for the first time because I saw a great deal on an Apple Watch from a highly rated seller. The posting process is well curated and puts just enough pressure on the seller to really care about their customers. When I received the watch we had some activation trouble and the staff was immediately in on the thread, moderating and making sure the seller resolved it in a timely way without me having to make a formal dispute. This system is excellent for trading phones and electronics and it's clear the focus of swappa makes the experience truly superior.

Date of experience: February 28, 2016
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I'd recommend Swappa to anyone looking to buy a used phone with confidence.

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Note5
February 28, 2016

Recently broke my phone and needed a replacement without having to pay full retain price. The only site site I would recommend.

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Swappa better prices better sellers!
February 28, 2016

I bought a phone on swappa and my experience was great everything came as described shipping was ok it's usps what do u expect if something happens to ur package in transit no one can tell u where it is why and when to expect it. Mine got rerouted and should of taken 3 days but came in a week. That's why it's good to talk to seller about shipping and if you can decide who to go through. But that's besides the point my phone came and it was exactly as described. Very pleased and would do buniesss on swappa again. My advice for new buyers is look for a seller that does returns if u don't get what's described that way it insures u get what u want, and seller is serious. That and if time is a factor find a seller closer to u so shipping comes faster because usps doesn't Guarentee delivery on priority and most sellers use priority shipping.

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great way to get the phone you want
February 27, 2016

This is the greatest site to get a great used phone at a great price. I would recommend swappa to anyone and will use the site again if I ever decide to look for a new phone or tablet

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Always Easy with Swappa!
February 27, 2016

Swappa is now my for-sure go to source for used devices. The community offers a trust based system and easy payment integration with PayPal. I am very satisfied - it's a great model for others to emulate.

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
Louisiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent as usual
February 27, 2016

I have made several successful purchases with swappa in the past. The site and it's policies and procedures are excellent. Swappa is the first place I recommend to anyone looking to get a great deal on great hardware in any condition.

Date of experience: February 27, 2016
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome service
February 27, 2016

What can i say. At first i was skeptical about using this website but I'm so glad i did. The whole process was smooth. Swappa is a much cleaner, reliable website than ebay. The staff checks the numbers and you can be sure you're getting a reliable product.

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The best page for sale/buy phones
February 27, 2016

It was a good experience, the staff are always pending of the situations.

Great way to get a new phone!

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Satisfied
February 27, 2016

From the time I shopped from the website, chose what I wanted, researched the seller, read what SWAPPAS requirements were, bought and received what was advertised in a timely manner along with shipping. I must say! I'm happy with my product.
Thank again

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The site seems overly complex, but I guess it's due to security and such.

It's built with the presumption that I'll be back, again and again, with profiles, user stats, etc. I just wanted to buy a phone, so it made navigating the site a bit cumbersome.

They need a simplified process/pages for buyers. Stats, ratings, profiles, etc. are for sellers, not for buyers. Duh!

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great site to buy used phones
February 27, 2016

Have been on Swappa forever. Really great place to buy phones (new and used!) and sell your old ones. Fee is only $10 per sale. You can't beat that!

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
Kansas
1 review
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Satisfied
February 27, 2016

The purchase went smoothly and I received the product quickly. I am satisfied with the quality of the product. I would purchase from this seller again.

Date of experience: February 26, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent
February 27, 2016

Great experience will use the site again to buy or possibly sell a device. I trust swappa whole heartedly after my first phone purchase was completed. I will be recommending this site to my friends.

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Buying and selling devices with ease.!
February 27, 2016

I always buy or sell my phone's on swappa. Less hassle phones are always as described.

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A sigh of relief
February 27, 2016

This was the 3rd pre owned iphone 5s 32gb gold we ordered for my teens Christmas present. Cosmeticaly and the functionality of Mytecell"s iphone was of superior quality in comparison to the 2 devices we received prior. 1st one from Amazon "certified refurb, excellent condition $320" but a full battery would be depleted within 20 min, overheated, and screen freezes. 2nd also from Amazon(thinking 1st was just a fluke) "certified refurb, like new $301" wasn't the same model as advertised(I did double check before purchase), but one orig. Locked to a carrier in China that had registration and signal problems and certain features were restricted. As a parent I felt horrible seeing her excitement than disappointment than waiting for return process. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING HONEST AND SELLING A SOLID DEVICE. Also, with the extra money left over bought a couple of nice cases for it.

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was not comfortable buying a used phone on other sites. I loved the ability to see detailed pictures and a site monitor. My sale was easy, accurate and fairly priced. Thank you so much Swappa for giving consumers a great place to shop!

100% satisfied customer!

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
Colorado
1 review
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A better way to buy used
February 26, 2016

I was about the pull the trigger on buying a used S6 on Ebay but came across Swappa.

Being able to know the ESN is verified clean is very valuable. Additionally, this website does only one thing and that is sell used phones and it does it very well.

I will be back when it is time to upgrade... or I break this phone like the last one :/

Date of experience: February 25, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I've bought and sold several smartphones on swappa over the last two years. They do a great job verifying the authenticity of the phones. Our family couldn't be happier. THANKS SWAPPA!

Date of experience: February 25, 2016

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The place to buy and sell newish tech. Safety, simplicity and staff-approved listing make Swappa the better way to buy and sell used phones, tablets, laptops, video games, home tech and more.


swappa.com
Founded in 2010
Kansas City, MO, United States
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