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thredUP

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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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Kansas
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Fast on delivery. Easy to return items Granddaughter did not like or did not fit. Waiting for credit on items. Like the dots on the box. Liked the way they were packed. When I telephoned to ask questions, the person on the other end was friendly and helpful. Will show on and off with thredUP.

Date of experience: January 23, 2016
Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote
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My new favorite website!
January 23, 2016

I discovered Threadup's website by accident and its now my favorite place to shop! All of the merchandise I've purchased looks brand new. The website is set up beautiful and easy to browse. When the items ship they come in cute polka dot boxes wrapped in tissue, it's like a "unwrapping a special gift". It gives an exta special touch I think. I haven't had to return anything, so I can't give a review of their return policy. They also have a great referral program. I received $20 in credit for referring my cousin (she rec $20 too)... easy peasy. Overall, finally a great place where you CAN shop with Champagne taste on a Beer budget!

Date of experience: January 23, 2016
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service
January 23, 2016

Descriptions of products are helpful, shipping is fast. Returns seem easy, though I haven't actually processed one yet. Clothes that I've received have been as described. I do wish there were a few more search limiters, and non repeats in the results. Overall, I've been pleased.

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very impressed with Thred Up
January 22, 2016

I bought a few pairs of jeans, items were as described! Shipping was fast and great customer service. It is a new favorite place to shop!

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Pennsylvania
1 review
18 helpful votes
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Not worth it
January 22, 2016

I have both ordered and sold to thredup and won't be using them again for either. The merchandise I received was overpriced and one pair of maternity leggings paid for was so worn they were practically see through when I got them. There was also FOOD crusted onto the sleeve on a zip up hoodie that was purchased.

I did a clean out and they accepted twenty two items and was paid 17.90 for them. Considering I paid over fifty dollars for items ordered (at forty percent off!) it is easy to see these people are clearly making bank off of what they accept. They also failed to disclose that they charge a 2% PayPal fee if you choose to cash out your earnings instead of shopping on their website. Overall, pretty despicable practices in my opinion. Definitely a place I am going to steer clear of in the future.

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Gold Coach Purse
January 22, 2016

Description mentioned a minor scratch. However, there was more than one scratch and the bottom of the purse was worn and this was not mentioned. The item was way over priced for the condition. Other items I have ordered were fine I guess that is why this was so disappointing.

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Jeans
January 22, 2016

I have a really hard time finding Jeans that fit in the local thrift stores. And retail prices are ridiculous. ThredUp really helps. Magically, everything they have sent fits great!

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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ThredUP is a great site
January 23, 2016

It's manageable to find clothes that are good quality, and the price is absolutely worth it. The clothes come clean and packaged well. Everyone seems friendly. I am really happy with everything I've received and kept and also with their customer service when I have returned items.

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I love ThredUp. Loosing my other online consignment shop was a downer and ThredUp has certainly filled the void. The site can be a little tough (they don't give exact measurements of clothes and you can't seem to save your size information on your profile), but overall, it's a great place to buy and sell awesome frocks.

Date of experience: January 22, 2016
Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy to navigate
January 22, 2016

I appreciate the site's filtering functions to quickly search for what I need.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Still waiting
January 22, 2016

I'm not sure who is to blame, perhaps the US Postal Service, but I've never received one of my packages. The expensive one. I keep hoping it'll make it to me some how, but I suppose it's doubtful. The post office says it was delivered but I was home at the delivery time they claimed.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
New York
1 review
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Great service
January 22, 2016

I've had two great experiences with thredUP so far! The items are shipped quickly, easy to track, and prices can't be beat. The return policy also is very fairy and easy to follow.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Kentucky
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I have had nothing but great experiences from ThredUp. I have made almost 10 purchases, and I have bought some great pieces at fabulous prices. The items I don't like, I return for free and get credit put on my account. It's such an easy process. I tell everyone I know about ThredUp!

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Brazil
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Too Small
January 22, 2016

This is my 2nd attempt with ordering from Thred-up and for some reason the pants are always too tight. I am a Petite 2 and for some reason the pants are always too tight.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
New Jersey
3 reviews
7 helpful votes
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Not fair exchange.
January 21, 2016

I sent a full bag of name brand clothes in excellent condition and received less than $8.00 credit. I could have made more money selling the clothes in a yard sale.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great work
January 22, 2016

I love Thredup and I keep telling people about it. All the clothes I have purchased are in great condition and packaged very cute and professionally. I have found they have amazing service and whenever there are questions they always get answered in a timely manner.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love it
January 22, 2016

Thoroughly satisfied with my experience with thredUP. Affordable, great products, and great customer service.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Virginia
3 reviews
8 helpful votes
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It was great getting 40% off my first order and I appreciate the free exchanges. I have ordered great pieces a second time, but the majority of the clothes I saw while searching seemed outdated or for older, non-stylish women. It seems like the way they portray themselves in emails is hot trends for stylish women and their kids, but the items they choose to sell aren't matching that style. Need more than 10% off coupons to make it worth buying some of the items, too. Great company, there's just a disconnect between advertising and actual inventory.

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome and easy!
January 21, 2016

Everyone has been extremely helpful, even when I had small questions about the process at ThredUp. So much fun! I plan on using their site quite a bit!

Date of experience: January 21, 2016
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Boxes of Awesomness
January 21, 2016

Very Legit. Items are represented accurately and I love the attention to detail that the polka dot box provides. It's fun to see that on my doorstep!

Date of experience: January 21, 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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