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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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Maryland
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Problem free purchasing.
December 15, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 14, 2016
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Really great experience
December 15, 2016

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

Date of experience: December 14, 2016
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was amazing experience
December 15, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 14, 2016
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great Experience
December 14, 2016

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!

Date of experience: December 13, 2016
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very Satisfied
December 14, 2016

Great experience! Will use Swappa again... already shopping.

Date of experience: December 13, 2016
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: December 13, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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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

Date of experience: December 13, 2016
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great deals on swappa
December 13, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 12, 2016
Massachusetts
1 review
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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.

Date of experience: December 12, 2016
New York
1 review
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My first time purchasing from website.
December 12, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 12, 2016
Washington
1 review
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First Time User, but I'll be back!
December 12, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 12, 2016
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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A Good Experience, better than eBay.
December 11, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 11, 2016
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great site for buying and selling
December 11, 2016

Good selection and good to know that they pre screen phones for you

Date of experience: December 11, 2016
Anthony H.
New York
1 review
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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!

Date of experience: December 11, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Best on the web.
December 11, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 11, 2016
New Jersey
1 review
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My first purchase
December 11, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 10, 2016
Minnesota
1 review
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The Power Sellers Transaction
December 11, 2016

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!

Date of experience: December 10, 2016
Texas
1 review
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First time buyer. Great experience.
December 11, 2016

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.

Date of experience: December 10, 2016
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Another successful purchase
December 11, 2016

I've purchased off of swappa several times, and this one was another great transaction. Great website, sellers, staff help, and devices.

Date of experience: December 10, 2016
Indiana
1 review
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So far so good, no problems yet...
December 11, 2016

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...

Date of experience: December 10, 2016

From the business

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.


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Founded in 2010
Kansas City, MO, United States
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