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The RealReal

3.2

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The RealReal Reviews Summary

The RealReal has a rating of 3.2 stars from 5,331 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 6th among Discount Clothing sites.

service
709
value
676
shipping
638
returns
559
quality
608
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California
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My favorite place to shop!
February 1, 2022

No hassles, no pressure sales! Love selling and shopping here.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
California
1 review
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Weird clothes bad service
February 1, 2022

Clothes smell weird. Doesn't feel refreshed. Service is bad

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Mexico
1 review
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Great service
February 1, 2022

Great service, selection and item description. Would recommend to everyone.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
California
2 reviews
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The RR makes returns very difficult and they no longer have a real person to answer the customer service phone calls. If you Buy an item that the RR claims is in very good or excellent condition and when you receive the item, it is not in very good condition, it is very difficult to return it if it is on sale. The customer service phone number is only a recording and then they have you text another number a customer service representative is supposed to text you back but this can take a day or two or three. If the representative texts you back in the middle of the night and you don't text back immediately, the representative closes the case And you have to start the whole process over again. I would not buy a handbag or purse from this website because the RR does not accept returns on handbags. Since the RR doesn't accept returns in handbags, the website tends to say the handbags are in better quality than they are because they know you're stuck with it. Even if you complain to your credit card company and dispute the charge, the RR in rare cases will give you a site credit but you won't get your money back. I used to like this site when it had actual people handling the customer service phone calls, but now I do not recommend the site because if the handbags or products you buy are not in good condition or it is s different color than the website advertised, you won't get your money back.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Georgia
1 review
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Fine
February 1, 2022

With this order, everything was fine... other orders not so much

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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Customer Service Accessablity
February 1, 2022

I started an electronic conversation several times with reps asking for my $80 promotional credit- which was only 2 days expired. Each time I had to wait so long that I gave up. I finally did reach someone who told me I was in the wrong department for this question (who knew there are different departments for electronic conversations?) so he said he would transfer me which didn't happen. I gave up. I gave up on a second issue also. I received a dress that I paid expedited shipping for and the size was mis-marked. It was listed on-line as a "S" but when it came it was and "8." I again started an electronic conversation asking for a credit of the shipping since there was an error on your end. Again I couldn't get a response/resolution on the conversation, so I gave up. I love the Real Real and buy often from you, but wish it was easier to reach customer service. Also, at the point I've given up on $110 that I think I deserve. Thanks for listening!

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Colorado
1 review
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Customer service unable to help
February 1, 2022

Customer service unable to help when contacted via chat

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
New York
1 review
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Excellent customer service
February 1, 2022

Great website - accurate description of products-fast shipment- excellent customer service
I just love this site

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Florida
1 review
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Not great
February 1, 2022

The sunglasses should have come with the case and did not, they are sold with the case. The purse had a small ink stain on the inside

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Missouri
1 review
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I have been shopping with The Real Real for 5 years, and while I am not necessarily a big spender, I do buy regularly throughout the year. I have been allowed to return items, but this time, I was told I had to consign a few items rather than return. I tried calling your customer service number and was told to text, but the text didn't appear to go anywhere. I was called by one of your consignment specialists, but when I asked for help with returning, she never responded.

This experience has led me to consider never buying from The Real Real again.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
California
1 review
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Worst Customer Service Ever
February 1, 2022

I called with an issue. Got a recording that told me to text "hello" to some random number. Got a response 6 HOURS later and the person I spoke with knew absolutely nothing. Texting back and forth with her for 45 minutes only for her NOT to solve my issue. Worst customer service ever!

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Ghosting
February 1, 2022

I purchased two sweaters for Christmas. One was too small but the return was past 21 days. I wrote to see if I could get an extension as the sweater was still tagged and had never been worn. I received a reply email asking for more information and I responded with the details but the woman who had emailed me never responded to my email. The ghosting was obvious. So, I've sent the sweater back and listed it for sale which I'm sure will cost me at least $150 (purchased for $190). I didn't expect that the company would extend the 21 day return policy but I DID expect to receive a response.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Florida
1 review
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Discount problems
February 1, 2022

Customer service is very bad. Not good very bad the level is like before is not the same. For that reason I m out..

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Arizona
1 review
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Won't Shop Anywhere Else!
February 1, 2022

Everything on The RealReal's site is photographed well so you know what you are buying. The description and detailed appraisal are also key to confidence in online purchases. The processing time is lightning fast and then the items are shipped priority and arrive in a few days. Most importantly, I think their prices are fair to both the buyer and the consigned seller and everything is in impeccable shape. I used to purchase couture and jewelry on eBay but the items are all over the place in terms of quality and price. I would hold my breath until the item arrived and I would know if I had been duped or pleasantly surprised. The RealReal has restored my trust in online shopping and is now my forever go-to site.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
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Extremely satisfied
February 1, 2022

The RealReal sent my item out immediately. It was just as described and I can't be happier with my purchase. Trust this company to always provide excellent service and products. Keep up the great work!

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Virginia
1 review
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Not sure what I'm rating
February 1, 2022

But it's annoying to fill in so many surveys and not be able to finish them because of the bot-checking things. Annoying.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Florida
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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From choosing to purchasing, the experience is smooth and easy.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Texas
1 review
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Gucci Shoes
February 1, 2022

Size was wrong it was not a 7.5 womens, then there were no return horrible purchase

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
California
1 review
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Always "Real"
February 1, 2022

Every item I have received has been exactly what is described. The one time something was overlooked, the real real took care of it and made things right!

Date of experience: February 1, 2022
Pennsylvania
1 review
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Great site~
February 1, 2022

Every time I order something it comes quickly and just as described.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

From the business

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...


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