Check out our latest communities fighting
AI scams on Reddit and Facebook
On SmartCustomer, businesses may not offer incentives or pay to remove reviews. Learn more about our Review Guidelines.
The RealReal has a rating of 3.3 stars from 5,332 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with The RealReal most frequently mention great experience, fast delivery and high end. The RealReal ranks 5th among Discount Clothing sites.
We monitor reviews for authenticity
I‘m very satisfied with the purchase as well as the prompt delivery.
Found so many cute outfits. Had to return a few things and kept most items. A great experience.
I order a ring few days ago and still haven't received it! I contact them and still haven't hear anything from them about the investigation
I found some really great sunglasses but when I received them they were too big for my face. I like how easy it is to find a lot of cool items.
I purchased nice pens from this website however one cartier pen had a pelican ballpoint ink cartridge and the other one had an empty rollerball ink cartridge
Excellent website with clear photos and accurate descriptions of products. Easy to consign and they keep you updated with the whole process (item received, accepted, sold, paid).
I started last year and I found every time great deal and best price
I have purchased quite a few items and have been very, very happy... TRR has great quality of merchandise I enjoy finding the Designer brands which I love and enjoy wearing them.
I am able to buy things I would never afford otherwise, I love this cite.
The items I bought were better than their description. There were a couple of items that were new with tags. The prices were very good as well as the selection. My experience has been excellent!
The Hermes silk scarves I ordered arrived in a timely manner and in very good condition. My one wish is that the scarves be mailed in a more rigid envelope to keep the scarves from being wrinkled during transport.
I just now found you guys site & it's a easy way to shop from you're living room comfortable
Snagged a skirt and sweater in great condition at an unbeatable price. Rapid delivery - it arrived less than 48 hours after placing the order.
I have been an expert shopper all my life and this is the only place I shop nowadays for many reasons, helping the environment, great selection and quality the best customer service and so easy to consign.
I always have a great experience with theRealReal!
I have been able to consign items that I no longer want for a great price. I have tried other resale locations but The Real Real gives me 3x the price on each item. It's super easy and I highly recommend it!
I have to call for each item because either description is wrong (for instance "with tags" which is a major selling point or price is less in comparison to same/similar items on their site). Very inconsistent and honestly I question qualifications of their "professionals" as some prices completely makes no sense or some sellers are simply being prioritized. I'm under impression they're trying to devalue the items so they can list them for lower prices to keep the site relevant. It's very frustrating considering the high commission rate they're collecting.
The customer service rep (Juan) on the phone was next to impossible to understand - between his heavy Spanish accent and the fact it sounded like he was talking into a barrel, I had to ask him to repeat everything he said. He resolved my problem in the end but it was very frustrating!
Answer: Do not buy from them! Their return/refund policy is skewed to their benefit. In my case, I bought a Louis Vuitton bag and when it was received it was not in the condition advertised or the photos did not highlight the real wear of the bag and they refused to make a refund or credit. It's their lost because I have since bought many bags on Ebay which offers guarantee of refund should item be faulty or misrepresented. Also, on Ebay you can judge by seller feedback whether the seller is reputable and PRICES are so much less than on the REAL REAL. Their name should be changed to the REAL GREED!
Answer: Hi Samantha. The RealReal does sometimes ask for additional information from customers for a one time security check. Most times, this is for new customers who have never shopped with us before, orders with vastly different billing and shipping information, or are international customers with unverified credit cards. We will ask for some sensitive and personal information for the purposes of verifying the identity of the purchaser but we will not ask for a Social Security Number. Was your father attempting to complete his purchase via Affirm? Affirm is a third party company we work with that offers financing on purchases. If your father was attempting to complete a purchase via Affirm, they do require a SSN for a soft credit check for the loan approval and repayment options. As Affirm is a third party, we do not have access to any of that information so it is secure with Affirm. Of course, no one is required to use Affirm for check out, rather it's just another payment option we offer. Please feel free to reach out to us if this does not answer your questions or if you feel that the explanations provided were not applicable to your situation. You can reach out to our Customer Service Department at (855) 435 5893 from 8am to 5pm (PST). If you would like to speak to a supervisor directly, please feel free to ask for Caitlin from our NJ office. She is available from 9am to 6pm (EST) and of course you can reach us via email at: [email protected].
Answer: If you like to be frustrated, disappointed and want to take a few years off your life, then yes consign with the real real.
Answer: I do NOT recommend selling through TRR. Read all seller reviews. This a speed selling co trying to cash in on a quick commission. The prices they assign are RIDICULOULOUS at best. They are not there to get you a good price but a fast buck for themselves. They priced a brand new prada bag with a label on at $625. Minus 20% permanent discount, 60% of that, I receive a whopping $312. After 10 days wait of processing and seeing the prices assigned I pulled my items. I was shocked and even more upset. I rather give the cloths to charity or sell them myself. I think it is insiders who buy the best items at dirt cheap prices they assign themselves. As a buyer just today I receive a wrong item. They were going to research the problem and find the item I purchased, a coat. They sent me a dirty silk top... This is after waiting for 10 days to get the wrong item. This co is just very bad. Customer service is spotty. Some reps are just dreadful. They sound like this is a summer gig and they got no training, you can never speak to a supervisor, none is ever available, Read the reviews and decide if you still want to use this co. If you do, you will be disappointed,
Answer: Hello, We are sorry to hear of your concerns. If you can please send us your order number or email address we will happily research this further.
Answer: Hi Frank, Thank you for reaching out. We apologize you have seen more negative than positive reviews. We would be pleased to advise you on our consignment process and share a little more insight about the RealReal.
Answer: I don't work for The Real Real I am just a satisfied customer, very satisfied! I see all the complaints, and just shake my head. Knowing how people can be, and also knowing the complainers are the ones who write letters, I can only assume they are "out of touch with reality", or POSSIBLY are competitors who are just being difficult to try and hurt the site. Remember, anyone can write anything, that does not mean it is true, nor are ALL the facts being presented! As for me, I am willing to show, and prove who I am, and the great products and service I received.
Answer: This happened to me only one time, and I have sold quite a few items with them. As soon as I received the quote for a pair of earrings. I contacted them immediately and said I felt the price was to low due to various reasons, and they got back to me the next day with an adjusted price. I have never experienced what you are describing above as a bait and switch scenario, and I always check the similar or same items they are selling. I would just call them and ask for the details as to why the other item is higher. Sorry you had a bad experience!
Answer: File a complaint with the US Customs office in your area and your state's attorney general. Also for many types of goods, they will destroy the counterfeit goods and give you a letter stating they have done so. This is ironclad proof for the bank dispute.
Answer: I have returned things with no hassle at all.
The RealReal is the leader in authenticated luxury consignment. With an expert behind every item, we ensure everything we sell is 100% real. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by brands from Chanel to Cartier, and hundreds more. Exten...

