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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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Could be better. But... Shipping was fairly fast. Nice phone, just really slow phone to be a note two.
Swappa is ran by a crew of morons who literally know nothing about cell phones. Stay far away from these guys and stick to eBay for all your buying and sellling. EBay is reputable and has fail safes to protect you as a buyer or seller. Swappa absolutely doesnt and is easily the worst company Ive ever dealt with.
Buying a gently used phone and selling my phone were both super easy and straight forward with Swappa. I've used it several times and have never had any issues. Excellent customer service, they know what they're doing, and the site is very easy to use. This is the only place I use for buying/selling my devices. Fees are fair and appropriate and you can tell why they get repeat customers and happy buyers/sellers!
If you are in the market for a gently used celphone or tablet there is NO other place on the internet worth looking. Swaps.com has the guarantees you are looking for and all the devices you could ever want. I have shopped here since their early days and can say without any reservations this is the best place to find an unlocked/used device anywhere in the world. I've purchase many phones and tablets and Swappa's system guarantees you get a device that is clean, functioning, and not Stolen! Don't hesitate to shop there, you won't be disappointed.
Buying process was awesome and my phone came as described and promptly. The Android app could use some work; it often shows the last listing you viewed instead of the selected I've when opening a notification.
Was so glad I finally clicked on the Swappa website. Now I have my dream phone and it didn't break the bank.
Check it out for yourself and you'll thank me later.
Much better than trying to get a deal. Glad I found this deal! What a timesaver and great for Christmas presents!
Very pleased with my experience. The product I received was accurately advertised and I received it so quickly! Wonderful transaction.
I had no idea this site existed until a friend told me about it and it's been a great experience for me. Although I only made one purchase, the phone I choose came quickly, as expected, and with some extra cases! On top of that, I got it at almost half the market value.
Would definitely recommend swappa to friends who are in need of a new phone.
I like to buy from Swappa because I like that they help the sale by verifying device info such as esn/IMEI for phones. Each transaction I have done whether it be a purchase or a sale has been easy and painless. I definitely recommend to anyone looking for a second hand phone or tablet. There is much less risk than sites like eBay.
Swappa is amazing. My mom was looking for an affordable iphone as her first phone and we found it here on swappa. She is very pleased with it and it came exactly as described.
I had a sale that was trending south, though luckily the item arrived in the end but it looked as if I had paid for something that would not ship. Swappa told me to file a dispute with PayPal and all they can do is refund the $10 fee they charge.
So apparently Swappa offers no buyer protection. PayPal disputes are awful to go through and from my experience generally dont go the way you hope. I will never use Swappa again.
I have been using Swappa for about a year now. To look up phone prices and see if there are any good deals. I have gotten 4 phones throw them so far and only one that was not as it showed in the pic but the return went fast and no prob with the seller.
The first phone I purchased turned out to be financed after weeks of getting strung along. The the second one advertised it was a T-Mobil connected and turned out not to be.
I will try Glyde and see how they fair.
Swappa basically is just a front for exchanging phones. They have no authority to issue refunds or intervene for fraud. They defer to PayPal for all disputes that cant be resolved person to person.
Swappa is absolutely the best place to buy a used phone. Their strict criteria for sellers gives one a lot of confidence that their purchase will be problem free. I highly recommend them
One friend pass me this flawless website! Always going to buy from here iPhones, Samsung phone, etc! Thanks alot SWAPPA!
Hesitant at first but transaction went smoothly and I received a resale phone sealed in box for a great deal!
Got a good deal on a used Galaxy S7. Seller shipped promptly and phone arrived in good condition. IMEI was clean, no problems activating on VZW. Would buy again!
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.

