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The company has garnered a mixed reputation among customers, with notable strengths in its engaging auction format and a diverse range of products that some users find enjoyable and affordable. Many appreciate the responsive customer service, which has been effective in addressing issues and facilitating refunds. However, significant concerns persist regarding product quality, with numerous complaints about receiving damaged or inferior items. Additionally, customers have reported frustrations with order cancellations and difficulties in the returns process. Overall, while the platform offers a fun shopping experience, it must improve product reliability and support to enhance customer satisfaction.
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Fun and easy to use. Loads of great products at good prices. Would definitely recommend to others.
Will for sure revisit the site when I am looking for jewelry.
I ordered a watch and it was too big. Notified the seller and they refunded me immediately! I was shocked, no questioned asked! I will continue to purchase from this site!
We're happy to hear you were pleased with the transaction that took place. Thank you for your wonderful review and your support of Tophatter! If any additional assistance is needed, please feel free to reach out to our customer support team here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu
I HAD BOUGHT ALOT OF STUFF BACK IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER FOR CHRISTMAS AND ETC WELL NEVER RECEVIED ANYTHING CONTACTED THEM THEY SAY IT SHOIWS DELIVERED TO YOU I DONT XARE WHAT ITVSHOWS I NEVER GOT IT THGE STUFF COME OUT OF CHINA YOU CAN'T EVEN TRACK IT I STILL THIS DAY HAVE NOT RECEVIED ANY IF MY STUFF THEY SAY THEY WIL REFUND YOU OH IT DONT HAPPPEN THEN IF YPU DO GET A REFUND IT $5.00 FOR THAT FOR I SPENT LIKE $50.00 I GOT WE GAVE YOU BACK ONE OF THE SHIPPING COST BACK DO WHAT THEY ARE VWRY RUDED AND DISRESPECTABLE TO PPL AND THERE BUYERS I HAD FRIEND TRY THEM AND THEY SENT HER THE WRONG PRODUCED SHE CONTACTED THEM IT EVEN SHOWED WGATBSHE ORDERED EVEN OUT OF THE BAG WHAT WAS DONE NOTHING SHE WAS SENT A RUDE EMAIL LIKE IT WAS HER FAULT I SOON BID ON EBAY TAKE MY XHANCES THERE OR ON SOMETHING I NEVER HEARD OF BEFORE I BUY FROM TOPHATTER AGAIN
Hi Jess, I've sent a private message requesting additional information for further assistance. Thank you.
The phone case didn't even begin to fit so I threw it away. One ring 3 stones didn't fit and I sent it back to her and put a note inside saying, I don't want my money back just a larger size, so I can't wait to get it back.
Thank you for your wonderful review, Jill. I'm sorry to hear about the phone case that didn't fit. I do see that a return request is currently in progress for your lovely ring, order# 20119530. If you need any additional assistance with any transactions, you can contact our amazing customer support team here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu
I have had a great time with Tophatter. Not one problem. The friends that I've told really like it too. All of my birthday & Christmas gifts are done!
Such wonderful news to hear, Beverly! Thank you for your review and for shopping Tophatter!
I have only bought one item from Tophatter. I bought it as a fixed price. I had a very difficult time keeping track of their auctions. To fast paced for me! I did order 2 items by auction and cancelled immediately. I was then treated as a child and I was "not allowed" to bid for several weeks. "Forgive me for being a bit impulsive and most importantly, not given enough time to read discription of item".
However, I am very happy this happened! I found the "Best Website" to buy, in this case jewelry, although they do sell hundreds and hundreds of other items, at a "Fraction of the Cost" and exactly the same jewelry they are selling. Also, shipping is free but you can spend a little more for shipping if you want it faster.
The website is called "ALIEXPRESS". I can assure you, 100%, that you will be very happy, and most importantly, save a lot of money! My hope is that most people read reviews and not get "Ripped Off" by Tophatter!
Hi Debra, because bidding is real on Tophatter, buyers are expected to pay for their winnings. If payment cannot be made or a mistake has taken place the order may be cancelled. However, after each cancellation a short-term bidding block is automatically put in place as explained in our FAQ here: http://tinyurl.com/z54uval and here: http://tinyurl.com/z6fpw8f. In regards to pricing, because buyers bid on items, the selling price reflects the value the winning buyer is willing to pay at that moment. I hope you'll continue to check out the items on Tophatter and find that deal you're looking for!
This site is worhtless junk mostly imported from China. I bided on three things. Two items I could have boight from the dollar store and a sweater that was supposed to be XLG but wouldnt even fit a 5 yr old. Dont waist your money.
Francine, I'm terribly sorry you were dissatisfied with your purchases. You're able to return a item for any reason within 30 days of delivery date. From your My Orders page, with item selected, choose Return Item. For items being returned to a different Country, such as China, we are unable to provide free return shipping labels for these cross-border transactions. In these cases buyers may receive a store credit to offset some of the cost of returning the item at their own expense. Please contact our customer support team with a valid tracking number to receive your return shipping credit. Our customer support team can be contacted here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu. Thank you!
They do not respond to reported problems. They just ignore them. No feedback! Items marked delivered did not show up. May have bee delivered to wrong address. Customer service ignored my complaint of missing items.
Hi Beryle, in reviewing your orders I see Order #21143971 was delivered to your location on January 27,2017. Tracking can be viewed here: http://tinyurl.com/7u5xdbx. A 5star rating was given for the item on January 30,2017-thank you! Order # 21193607 was also delivered to your location on January 27,2017 and a 3 star rating provided for the item on January 30,2017. You can view tracking for this item here: https://tophatter.aftership.com/LJ929394034US. When a package shows delivered, we recommend calling the local post office to ask the supervisor to attempt to locate the package using the tracking number. If the post office is unable to assist, you may file a complaint with the USPS at the following link: https://prd2faq.usps.com/faq/iq/usps/request.do?forward=emailUs. Thank you!
Spent a lot there, had a few items received broken, never received return labels as was said, was refused credits. Tophatter doesn't give a damn about their customers. After repeated messages asking them to contact me, since I NEVER receive emails from them, CRICKETS! NOTHING!
Also, don't bother ordering the aquamarine square cut earrings. EVERY single stone falls out. It's junk.
I don't care who replies to your message here, I know I NEVER RECEIVED those return mail labels and had to pay out of pocket to return them.
Tophatter is a ripoff.
Karen, thank you for being such a fabulous part of the Tophatter community! We appreciate your continued support. I see Order # 21298786 is in the Returning process and a Return shipping label was sent to your Tophatter registered email on January 27,2017. Please check your email inbox and spam folders for this notification. If you did not receive your label, please contact customer support and the label will be resent. For Order # 20702363 the same info applies, if you have not received your return label contact support and it will can be resent to you. You can contact customer support here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu. I do hope this helps, thank you!
Great prices, but very addicting! Fast delivery. Well made. Selection is wide, something for every age and gender.
So glad to know you are enjoying the excitement of Tophatter shopping! Dotti, thank you for your review!
I ordered a ring and a set of 2 sterling silver necklaces that were Italian silver back in November 2016... the pink stone fell out of my ring... and the necklaces clasp were so small they ended up breaking off thr necklace... I've tried to contact them, i never got s response back. Never got return stickers or papers for return... i feel so ripped off again from these Chinese companies... i also was ripped of 2yrs ago from Sammy dress... same exact
Hi Lauren, without additional information I'm unable to look into your specific orders. However, please note you can return a item for any reason within 30 days of delivery date. From your My Orders page, with item selected, choose Return Item. For items being returned to a different Country, such as China, we are unable to provide free return shipping labels for these cross-border transactions. In these cases buyers may receive a store credit to offset some of the cost of returning the item at their own expense. Please contact our customer support team with a valid tracking number to receive your return shipping credit. Our customer support team can be contacted here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu. Thank you!
Exquisite, Elegant, Quality Merchandise, Promt Shipping & You won't be disappointed! I've purchased many items from their vendors & not once have I been disappointed!
What a wonderful review of Tophatter! Thank you, Renee!
I love tophatter... great experience always... delivery is always ahead of time, great packaging... never a problem
Miriam, we're so glad to know you are having a amazing time shopping on Tophatter. Thank you for your kind review!
Addictive. Excellent customer service, never ever have any company that I've ever dealt with had Tophatter service.
You can be assured that if you don't like something, they will make it right. I have recommended them to family and friends. And they are happy with the site.
Frankie, we're delighted to know you are enjoying shopping on Tophatter. Thank you for your review!
Everything i have got through Tophatter has been great. This is the first site that i can really trust
At Tophatter we definitely aim to please! Eva, thank you for your wonderful review!
I ordered something and then returned it and have tracking number.The seller received it back, but refuses to refund my money, so I am out $27. And have no item! Seller is a scammer and should not be able to sell on their site.! I closed my acct. And now can't go in and look at my orders to get and order ID.
Hi Bette, I'm so sorry to hear this happen with the seller. We are happy to issue a full refund upon receipt of valid tracking showing the item was delivered to the seller by contacting our awesome customer support team here: https://tophatter.com/support. I've also sent you a private message, thank you!
THE SELLER HAD A 1 TRACKING # FOR ALL OF ALL SCARFS ORDERED I REC. 2 AND BOTH WERE DIFFERENT #'S
I DONT KNOW WHAT SHE DID BUT THE BROWN & BLUE SCARFS WERE NEVER REC.
NOW I'M OUT OF THAT MONEY
SHE MUST NOT BE AN HONEST PERSON AND TOPHATTER COULD DO NOTHING BECAUSE OF THE TRACKING BEING A GOOD #... SHE KNOWS SHE DONE WRONG
I'VE EVEN BOUGHT MORE BUT THATS IT FOR ME
I CAN FORGIVE HER
BUT I STILL KNOW I LOST
SELLERS NEED TO BE PUNISHED FOR CRAP LIKE THIS 7 sending wrong sizes & colors
So with all that i rate this very low
Thanks for asking
Hi Sharon,
Thank you kindly for your writing your review. I'm terribly sorry to hear two of your purchased scarves were missing from your package. Unfortunately, as you previously stated, because the item had a different tracking number showing delivery to your location a refund could not be issued. In hope of helping offset the cost for your missing scarves, I've applied a $10 store credit to your account. This credit will automatically apply to your first purchase of $11 or more, but will expire in 2 weeks, if unused.
If we can assist any further, please contact our amazing customer support team here: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu
Tophatters gold plated jewelry is awesome... i have taken showers, washed dishes and cleaned toilets wearing it no change at all... hair extensions are garbage dont bother... electronics so far mini camera. Spy pen cheap looking dont know if they work yet. Vr machine very cool but cheap as hell... the delivery times are extremly quicker then it says had fun tracking packages not being sarcastic i really had fun... overall its good stuff just reasearch your electronics
Hi Tammy, thank you for your welcomed, honest review. We appreciate you taking the time to mention some of your experiences. If ever you would like to return a item you're dissatisfied with, you can do so within 30 days from delivery date, for any reason. If needed, you can review the Return Policy in our FAQ: http://tinyurl.com/h7xokwj
Greatly enjoy your service the quality is superb and speed of delivery excellent look forward to the next time I can get online to see the new offers
Hi Ramona, we're so happy to have you as a member of the Tophatter community. Thank you for your review and continued support!
Twice in 2 weeks this seller has issued a refund on a Smart watch that i manged to get in 2 separate auctions for the reason DELAYED SHIPPING... This is not the case he was obviously not happy with the amounts i managed to buy at. $2.00 plus $26 shipping and then $22 with free shipping. He is continuing to sell these watches but it appears if you dont pay enough he will just refund, which is totally outside the guidelines and spirit of the site.
Hi Vic, I received your reply, thank you! I understand your disappointment with the seller Philip and I'm sorry that this has happen twice from the same seller. With this said, I have reported the issue to our Account Management team for further review of the seller. I do hope you're able to find the same item(s) from a different seller on Tophatter, that you're able to apply your issued credits to. Please reach out to our amazing support team if further assistance is needed: http://tinyurl.com/j8eo7hu. Thanks again!
Answer: There is also the FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION that can help with these types of problems
Answer: You have to read the descriptions. It will tell you if it's real or plated.
Answer: Do not deal with this company,,, all jewelery is crap n cheap
Answer: Tophatter will screw you over. Shop Amazon or overstock.
Answer: Good luck! Tophatter rippes off the sellers so they are not going to be very likely to return your money.
Answer: Justin you are absolutely correct. I find out the hard way. I had my own auction with nice AUTHENTIC designer items and cosmetics (Becca, Cargo, Smahbox, Too Faced, etc). I lost big time. $40 Cargo palette sold for $10; it cost me $15. Items that I started higher to cover my cost never sold. I still had to pay fees for the item being listed. A $200 Calvin Klein purse sold for $20; it cost me $80 wholesale. Run!
Answer: If you end up buying a few items from the same seller they can do a combined shipment but you rarely get the same buyer items since they only let the sellers sell 10 items a day. It is different for the sellers that have their own auctions.
Answer: You will notice the same names no matter the day, time etc. Bidding against you very often. Is it a coincidence? Personally I don't believe in coincidences.
Answer: Depends on what you are selling. Yes, a lot of items go unsold in the jewelry and accessories categories... as well as others. Coach and Michael Kors and other designer brands, not much goes unsold, because here's the catch - - you pay fees on the starting bid. TH wants everything to start at $1. So you get punished if you start higher as to not get screwed by a low purchase price. Say you buy a designer bag for $120. If you start that bag at $100, you're already paying over $10 in fees. **IF** you can manage to sell it for a profit, there are still the commission and bank fees. If you start it at $1, you're barely paying any listing fees but it might only sell for $80 (or less!). So, less fees, but you lost your ass on the item. It's messed up. Most sellers have put in their time to see if they can make a profit or to see if TH will change, but they all seem to end up leaving. I'm convinced the only ones who stay to sell there are the counterfeit or crappy quality sellers who are buying items for next to nothing, because that seems to be the only way to make a profit there these days. I would go the ebay route if you're looking to sell.
Answer: Yes! Sale of counterfeit items is prohibited. If you are concerned about the authenticity of an item purchased on the platform, you may return it for up to 30 days from delivery. See full details on our return policy here: http://tinyurl.com/h7xokwj.
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Thank you for your great review, Breanna!