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thredUP

2.6

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thredUP Reviews Summary

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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service
793
value
833
shipping
795
returns
583
quality
738
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Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
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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!

Date of experience: April 11, 2016
New York
1 review
27 helpful votes
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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... :(

Date of experience: April 10, 2016
Virginia
1 review
32 helpful votes
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Shady company
April 10, 2016

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.

Date of experience: April 10, 2016
Georgia
1 review
10 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: April 10, 2016
Illinois
1 review
30 helpful votes
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Forget about it!
April 9, 2016

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!

Date of experience: April 8, 2016
California
1 review
16 helpful votes
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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...

Date of experience: April 7, 2016
Minnesota
1 review
5 helpful votes
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My new wardrobe
April 7, 2016

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!

Date of experience: April 7, 2016
Virginia
1 review
55 helpful votes
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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!

Date of experience: April 5, 2016
Florida
2 reviews
14 helpful votes
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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

Date of experience: April 5, 2016
kelly g.
Kansas
1 review
26 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: April 4, 2016
New York
1 review
25 helpful votes
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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!

Date of experience: April 4, 2016
New York
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Excellent
April 4, 2016

I always have positive experiences purchasing from ThredUp. I have been their customer for almost 3 years now.

Date of experience: April 4, 2016
Texas
5 reviews
6 helpful votes
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Excellent quality
April 2, 2016

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!

Date of experience: April 1, 2016
Georgia
1 review
27 helpful votes
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Hmmmm
March 31, 2016

Sucks you can't review your website without signing up

Date of experience: March 31, 2016
Rhode Island
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
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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.

Date of experience: March 28, 2016
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: March 28, 2016
Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I absolutely love it!
March 29, 2016

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.

Date of experience: March 28, 2016
New York
1 review
58 helpful votes
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Rip Off
March 27, 2016

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.

Date of experience: March 26, 2016
Kansas
1 review
3 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: March 26, 2016
Minnesota
1 review
14 helpful votes
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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.

Date of experience: March 25, 2016

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thredUP.com was designed to be an easy and convenient way to buy and sell secondhand clothing.


thredup.com
Founded in 2009
San Francisco, CA, United States
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