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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 used Swappa 2 times. Purchased a used phone each time. Sellers' description of devices were accurate. No embellishments or hiding of minor faults like light scratches. Sellers shipped products very quickly. Both arrived within 3 business days. Devices activated normally without issue and are performing perfectly. I expect to use Swappa for all my device purchases in the future.
I've never had such a seamless experience buying a phone on the internet. Swappa is fantastic (for the buyer, at least) and well worth checking out if you are in the market for a new or used phone
I'm in shocked and really satisfied with the service provided by the swappa team and staff. I will recommend to anyone that wants to buy a cellphone or table for a great price. Fast shipping, secure, great service.
Helpful staff helped to guide first-time buyer (me) and a first-time seller involved in a complicated transaction. The outcome was perfect and I'm very happy with how things turned out!
Great experience! Will use Swappa again... already shopping.
Couldn't rate after getting item. Says that I rated but never actually completed. Became harassed to rate, even though I thought I did. Had to uninstall the app to use website version where I finally rate properly.
Can't begin to explain how simple the process was. Having to vet IMEI numbers, ESN, call quality, speaker, camera, etc is a very strenuous process. Swappa seems to have it down for the most part, and if my future purchases are like my first I'll probably be buying from this site all the time
This was my first purchase on swappa. I was bit hesitant to do a purchase, but the deal for Samsung galaxy s6 edge + was so good that i took the risk. The seller was very responsive. The phone was absolutely new as advertised and on excellent price. I was looking for this phone quite a while on different websites to find a great deals including ebay, amazon etc. I m totally saticefied with my purchase on swappa. Five stars for both seller and swappa.
I was skeptical at first buying a phone and chancing the ESN/IMEI being blacklisted and potentially being out the money but I decided to give it a chance with the fact that my purchase was insured through Paypal.
I purchased the phone Thursday evening and I received it Monday in a nice, secure bubble wrap protected box. I went through the checklist of tests to perform on the phone as well as activated the phone and everything has gone great so far. Everything went off without a hitch and I would definitely buy a smartphone on Swappa again.
Way better purchasing a phone on here than on E Bay because of the stringent requirements that this website have in order to have a good working cellphone that is purchased. I was really please with the communication with the seller, and I was really pleased with the phone i purchased. I would recommend to anyone who needs an affordable cellphone, or a replacement, to this website.
I made my first purchase on Swappa this year for a Christmas gift. I am very pleased by the service provided by Swappa. The entire transaction went over smoothly and I felt like I got a great deal.
I liked my experience with Swappa. It seemed like a smaller scale eBay with better communication between buyer, seller, and host company. I like the fact that taxes and shipping were not an issue in my purchase, that shipping had to be included in the price. I do have a slight criticism...
I would like to be able to search for devices on Swappa that are actually on sale. Although I knew what I wanted to buy, it was a bit of a miracle that buyer and seller actually get together in this format. I should be able to look at all the devices listed, and the newly listed, because sometimes, I would be interested in just getting a good deal on any phone.
Good selection and good to know that they pre screen phones for you
There was a challenging activation issue with my watch, and this was diligently cared for by the seller and Joshua Grady of the Swappa team. While I've bought devices on other sites, this experience had the stress-relieving feeling that I was being looked after throughout the buying process. I really appreciate the Swappa experience!
I have been using Swappa for a couple of years now. The site is first class, I don't have to worry about stolen, broken or unusable phones from Swappa. I have had an experience with seller not responding to sales and the Swappa Team was on it immediately AND got it resolved. This is the first place I go to when I need a used phone.
I bought an pixel xl after I lost my original on a vacation trip to Columbia. I found a seller, who delivered as advertised. Very happy.
I had bought a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge off of swappa. The phone came to me in very good shape and operative condition. Very good buy!
I was a little sceptical. But figured I'd give it a shot with a phone. Very easy to use the site and find exactly what I was looking for. I was also able to get insurance for a used device at a reasonable price which surprised me. I'll be hunting for another phone and a tablet soon.
I've purchased off of swappa several times, and this one was another great transaction. Great website, sellers, staff help, and devices.
I purchased two items with no problems, and waiting on the thrid. So far I will continue using swappa, for I have not been disappointed yet...
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.

