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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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My wife fell in love with a friends iPad and wanted me to replace her Android tablet with one. I googled for iPad 4 and came across the Swappa site. Well, I'm glad it did. I found a beautiful iPad 4 for a fraction of the cost of a new one. Great deal. I'll go to Swappa to check on electronics in the future before going to other online stores. Highly satisfied user.
The phone was received promptly, in mint condition. A short visit with Verizon and it was up and running. Very, very happy with this transaction.
I have purchased 2 phones from Swappa as gifts, one used and one new. The used one was in excellent condition and the new one was still unopened, both arriving quickly and accurate to descriptions for good prices. The selection is good and changes daily. I can't imagine buying a phone from a major carrier again.
Swappa has been absolutely wonderful. I believe this is now my 3rd purchase and every time has been smooth and worry free. I love that they stand behind everything that they sell. It makes the buying process pleasant. You are allowed to check out the phone (or whatever it is you are purchasing) for yourself before finalizing the sale, so it's safe and you decide if what you're buying is up to snuff.
What is has over Ebay is that everything is clear, there is no confusion about what you are buying. You wont see things like "Samsung Galaxy S3 S4 S5 Sprint Tmobile Verizon Unlocked New" all in the same heading.
Well moderated, genuine place to buy phones and devices alike. The support and the price is phenomenal and you will always end up in a good bargain! Was a customer, currently am and will be forever.
My last transaction was bunk, but with PayPal... Full refund and Swappa customer service was awesome. This transaction made up for it, the seller was prompt in shipping the product and the phone is perfect. Swappa rocks!
Basically the title - you can buy a phone from Swappa assured that there aren't any financial holds on the phone and later go to resale the phone and find out that a seller of Swappa swindled you and you can't use the phone or sell it anywhere.
Swappa is toothless to do anything to go after the seller and won't take any responsibility for it themselves.
I have been using Swappa for a couple of years now. Never had a bad experience. Just like cars, I no longer buy brand new phones. Always look for deals with Swappa.
After 2 very bad interactions with Gazelle, i decided to try Swappa. It went unbelievably smoothly. Fast, well-packed, exactly what i ordered in the condition advertised. Highly recommended!
If you are looking to buy or sell a phone there is no better place to do it than Swappa. I've had the pleasure of buying and selling with Swappa and you never have to worry about a bad ESN or stolen device getting through. The support team is great and do everything they can to ensure a smooth process regardless if you are buying or selling.
I wouldn't recommend anything over Swappa, they are by far the best in the business.
Phone arrived in few days looks brand new glad i joined and this is my new site for electronics thank you so much
A pleasant surprise actually, will definitely refer and buy again. Prompt shipping, as described, great customer service.
I love swappa! I've even received the wrong phone (by error of the Seller) and everything turned out smoothly. Swappa has excellent customer service and I prefer to buy with Swappa over Amazon and Ebay.
Swappa has some strict requirements on the quality of the phones they allow to be sold through their site (i. E. no water damage, clean ESN, fully functioning etc). This made me feel more secure using them as opposed to eBay. I got a phone cheaper than I would have on eBay in mint condition and it was a great experience.
I absolutely am impressed with my purchase from Swappa. My new go to place to shop for inexpensive, good quality phone. Thank you Swappa.
I've bought several devices off Swappa over the years and every time I've had a great experience. It's like buying a used device on eBay, Amazon or Craigslist, but without the fear of being cheated, ripped-off, or murdered in some dark alley.
I had just about given up hope buying a "new" phone online (without paying full price from my current carrier). I bought one newish phone from Amazon and one from eBay, bought new SIMs, went to storefront, trying re-unlocking... after much ado I wound up having to return both as they just wouldn't work. I was hesitant when I found Swappa, but after reading some reviews and their very clear policy about checking the IMEIs before allowing sale on their site, I felt confident enough to give it a try. I am sooo glad I did! I got exactly what I was looking for at a very good price, it came so fast I didn't get a chance to look at provided tracking, the phone was in excellent "new" condition, with original SIM and better still, it was clean. I had no trouble at all activating it (didn't even have to go to the store!) I'm telling all my friends about this site!
This was the first time I've bought a phone through them. It was reasonably priced and works great, new in the box, no sign of any damage at all. Love it.
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.

