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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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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.
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.
I'd recommend Swappa to anyone looking to buy a used phone with confidence.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
It was a good experience, the staff are always pending of the situations.
Great way to get a new phone!
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
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!
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!
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.
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.
I always buy or sell my phone's on swappa. Less hassle phones are always as described.
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.
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!
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 :/
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!
Answer: Hi Neisha. Swappa is quite safe! Please see the 500+ reviews on this site referencing the safe and pleasant buying experience that is Swappa. Please email [email protected] if you have further questions. Thanks for using Swappa!
Answer: Hi Peggy. If you receive a device that is not as advertised then you can return it for a refund. Our policy is that simple. Swappa staff works hard to prevent problems from happening, and PayPal has extensive buyer protections in case they do. Buy with confidence. Thanks for using Swappa.
Answer: Hi Alfred, Swappa requires all users to provide the ESN number for each device when creating a listing as a verification step. For more questions, please email our support team - [email protected] Thanks!
Answer: Very safe, I've bought and sold over 40 phones using Swappa and have only had one problem... When that happened both Swappa and PayPal had my back.
Answer: Yes, you should remove and keep your SIM card when you sell your used phone. SIM cards are tied to your account, so are not transferable. More information and why in our FAQ: https://swappa.com/faq/sell/sim_card_included
Answer: Because they are scammers and a holes. They can't be bothered with you. Awful site. Use eBay instead.
Answer: Swappa guarantees it which goes above and beyond paypal. They are running IMEI checks and they do a great job. It's on you when you receive your phone to go through the phone check list to make sure it's good, checking cameras, microphones wfi, bluetooth, water damage check, things like that. Its really worry free buying.
Answer: Contact Swappa support. If an item is not as described by seller, the buyer is entitle to a refund.
Answer: Most sellers don't ship to African countries. This is because they include a reasonable fee on their prices to cover for shipping in the US, I guess shipping to Africa would come at a higher cost and they seem to be avoiding that for whatever reason. However, you can research and register for a freight forwarding company and have your orders shipped to them. In turn, these companies will forward your order to you when they receive it. As I pointed out before, this is something you have to read about and carefully consider. Hope that helps.
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.

