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ThredUp's reputation is marred by significant customer dissatisfaction, particularly regarding the selling process and customer service. Many users report feeling misled about item valuations and processing times, leading to frustration over perceived exploitation and lack of transparency. While some customers appreciate the variety of products available for purchase, issues such as delays in shipping, inadequate communication, and poor handling of returns overshadow these positives. Overall, the sentiment leans heavily towards disappointment, prompting many to recommend alternative selling methods and express reluctance to engage further with the company.
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I've liked just about everything I've ordered from thredup. Everything comes in excellent used quality with no major stains or holes. The selection seems to be not as broad the past few months, though. Wish there were more choices!
Don't sell your stuff here! They'll give you a joke amount of money when in fact you sent them a huge bag full of high end clothes with tags... :(
I used to love ThredUp, purchased from them often, and spread the word about their company. I sent in my first bag of clothes and got a decent payment for the items I sent. A few months later I sent another large bag of designer clothes, many never worn and and some brand new with tags. I received a miniscule payment and most of my items were not "considered worthy" to their liking, although I know they were in perfect condition and in style. I began researching the company and found many bad reviews including those on the Better Business Bureau website. It seems they may not be completely honest in their payouts and though I can't confirm this I prefer not to buy or sell to them any more.
I wish 0 had been a rating option.
I saw thred-up on FB and was interested. The little box came up to type my email address to continue. So I took a look, then wanted to see more. Tried to set up acct. NOPE! I got an error message that my email was already used. Well, DUH, I just used it on FB. Ok frustrated. But, hey, glitch happens! Let's use my alternate email. Yeah. Right. Got as far as inputting email address, but I can't set up account because they already have my email. OF COURSE YOU DO. My inboxes keep getting offers that I can't access. Could not be more frustrating. Certainly not worth another look. Judging from these reviews, being effectively blocked by thred-up was a gift to me.
Never again! Sent in 2,2 piece dresses, and on the site, I see the items were all listed separately! When I asked why they separated them, I was told they get more money that way! What? The top pieces were in a completely different section, so how would you know? And they have one of the top pieces of a dress listed as a top, and it is short, scalloped and could never be worn with anything else! They sold the dress and I got 5 bucks! The dress was brand new with tags! Give it away, sell it on another site and save yourself aggravation!
I'm really glad I read the reviews. There is NO way I will be bagging up my lovely designer clothing and shoes from my closet for pennies on the dollar. I feel terrible, too, that I sent in my friend's email. I will just tell her to "unsubscribe." There are just TOO MANY reviews of disappointed sellers. What a shame. I was going to clean out my closet with my friend...
Being in my late 20s the time had come to want to improve and update my wardrobe. I don't have a lot to spend on myself but want to look good. Thredup has saved me! I get endless compliments and point everyone in that direction! Everything I have received has matched their description perfectly. The only reason I gave them 4 stars instead of 5 is I wish returning was a little easier and not such a short window of time to do it in! I have a serious addiction to buying from here and I'm completely happy with what I get! The only need for returns have been fitting issues. Shop Thredup and have fun!
I sent in a brand new Kate Spade tote with tag still attached. It was in flawless condition. They claimed it had a spot or stain and even showed me a photo. The photo showed there was NOTHING WRONG with it! So it was "donated" because of the non-existent stain. DO NOT SEND THEM YOUR STUFF!
Problems with using dis ount code. Charged shipping even though it was supposed to be free. Item (wriistlet) much larger than measurements stated. I would definitely call it a purse at this size, and shirt quite faded. Not slightly used as stated. Definitely would recommend NOT aggravating yourself
If you think you're going to get anything decent for your barely used designer brand clothes- you don't. I sent in about 10 items, all the brands that were specified they take with tags on some and they took 2 items and gave me $22.40. What a rip off, I'll donate to goodwill next time.
The pay-out structure is a scam... you send them beautiful clothing and shoes. They pay you nickels and dimes for them... and then sell it for quadruples the price. Rather donate or sell locally!
I have purchased several items and have been very satisfied. These were items that I could never have afforded new, but they looked just like new. Great quality and great value!
I purchased clothes for my 3yr old son, my 11 yr old daughter, and myself. Everything was like new and incredibly priced. A pair of $40 Hollister shorts for $14, a great AE dress for $11. Everything looks new and shipping was quick.
I love thred up. It is so easy to toss clothes I can't wear anymore and run them up to the fed ex store with free shipping. Now I have room for new clothes!
I have bought twice from thredUp and been very pleased. They wrap up the clothes nicely and it's fun to shop on the site.
I absolutely love ThredUP - This is pretty much my new go-to when looking for quality/price clothes/shoes! I have made a few purchases and I have not yet been disappointed with the experience. The 'free return shipping' is great too if something does not fit for some reason and you want to return it. I recently sent them a few items to sell as well instead of dropping them off at Goodwill. You will not get 'rich' by doing so but you will make more than giving it away and you get store credit.
I sent in a bag full of clothes that I made sure were all things they would accept. I didn't choose Return Assurance because it is over $12 and I figured I would probably only be getting around $40 or so. They ended up accepting only 12 things and only giving me $10. I was slightly annoyed by that but figured at least all the rest was going to charity as they lead you to believe. When I looked more into what they do with the clothes they don't buy from you, I learned that they actually sell it to someone else! After they got it from you for free! "We have high quality standards and typically accept less than 40% of the clothing we receive. Items that are still in great shape but dont meet the thredUP standards are sold to third party sellers." You're better off selling yourself or donating to a reputable charity.
We've been pleased with no only buying from ThreadUp, but selling, too. It is a way to get some $$ back via store credits and what is not accepted can be taken care of from their end. It's a way to get something back instead of just dropping off at one's local thrift shop.
Very Disappointed when I had the occasion to call the customer service dept in which you are auto forwarded to a voicemail and directed to leave message and await reply. I emailed AND left message minutes after my order was placed and needed something corrected and did not receive any kind of reply until the next afternoon in which I received an email telling me my order had been completed and they could not help me with correction. When I expressed my disappointment and requested communications from a manager I received an email from the same customer service rep reiterating it was too late to help me. Very disappointing especially when I very much enjoy the product and will now have to stop being a patron as I don't want to do business with a company that obviously puts it's customers last.
Answer: Don't bother. I got 80 cents for a whole bag of good condition name brand clothes.
Answer: I've actually emailed their customer service to show them how many negative reviews there were on this site and they did not care at all. They just quoted their policies. I'm sure they will go bankrupt soon enough...
Answer: 1% but they trash the expensive stuff (or am not sure what they do with it) and sell the cheap stuff. So i sent 2 bags with over 20 items, and got total 25$. I had antik batik dress, anthropologie clothes, jcrew, christian lacroix, etc. and they trashed the expensive (new condition) brand and listed cheap things. I will not send them stuff again, it was very hurtful.
Answer: Because they essentially steal your clothes and then sell them for a profit. You get hardly any payout, but they gladly take all your clothes and sell them for a big mark up.
Answer: Of course buyers are satisfied. They are getting other peoples' brand-name, like-new clothes that has been stolen by ThredUp. Buying from ThredUp just supports their dishonest and shady business practice.
Answer: I almost always sell on eBay first. Then when I don't feel like hanging on to the clothes any more and just want my closet space back and they have been on eBay for months, I will send to thredUP. I don't even send in that high end of items and I will usually get $16 and up per bag. So to me, it's a last resort, but I usually can expect something even if it's a little. I LOVE thredUP for buying. Use their upfront calculator to see what items they take. They will say 50 cents to 1.00 per item so it is not hidden info. There is always the return option where you can get your entire bag back for $12.99 as well. Everyone who has nice stuff they'd want back should opt for this method always.
Answer: They sent me an email and put the money on my thred up account so I can buy something. I was do disgusted I gave up on the whole thing
Answer: Because I sent in 575.00 worth of clothes and recieved 8.00 in credit, half of them had tags still on them and were high priced items. When I asked for proof why they did not take them in they said they had stains on them. I asked for pics because they were brand new, they squirted water on them and took a pic. It takes a couple months to even get your credit and when you buy womens clothes, half the time I was sent stained or childrens sized clothes, TWICE is a much better company.
Answer: Honestly this company is not choosing to accept a lot of product that could easily be listed. I have sent bags and bags, including valuable pieces... cashmere sweaters, high end items of considerable retail cost and relatively recently produced. When questioned I am given the response that the items were not in as good a shape as they wanted them to be. That their buyers should be able to buy perfect product. My take on this is... if it's a 200 dollar cashmere sweater and the purchase price is under 10 dollars, a few pills on the fabric should be a non issue! Period. I question what is going on, frankly, as many do. Too much disappears with no explanation, many bags go into complete reject status. I genuinely am concerned that there is a story here and may become apparent after a while. Only time will tell.
Answer: Not worth it unless you have stuff priced over $40 and can get 40%. There percentages are ridiculous for lower priced clothes. You can order return assurance for about $12 but be prepared to get a bag back with your items stuffed in like garbage. They do not even take the time to fold things nicely even though you pay for this service.
thredUP.com was designed to be an easy and convenient way to buy and sell secondhand clothing.

