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Zappos

3.7

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Zappos Reviews Summary

The company has a mixed reputation, with many customers praising its extensive selection and hassle-free return policy, which fosters loyalty and repeat business. However, significant concerns have emerged regarding service reliability, including delivery delays, order cancellations, and issues with product quality, such as receiving used items. Customers have also expressed frustration over customer service responsiveness and refund processing times. Overall, while Zappos is recognized for its strong customer service ethos, recent operational challenges have led to a decline in customer satisfaction, prompting some to seek alternatives.

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service
71
value
67
shipping
70
returns
51
quality
60

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California
20 reviews
26 helpful votes
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Long time shopper
June 26, 2016

I have always loved this site and have bought many things over the years. Prices are competitive and free shipping/returns so convenient than looking store to store shopping. Also customer service is great. I bought something didn't get when expected and ended up getting two free things out of it. Will continue to use this as goto place before going to mall.

Date of experience: June 24, 2016
New Jersey
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Outstanding service
January 18, 2021

To buy your shoe this is where you will need to buy it

Date of experience: June 23, 2016
New Jersey
2 reviews
58 helpful votes
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I've been using zappos for years and I usually have 5-6 different pairs of shoes that I reorder as they wear out over time. I rarely find cheaper prices for my shoes anywhere else, including brick and mortar stores like Macys (Even during their sales).

Date of experience: June 22, 2016
Texas
6 reviews
37 helpful votes
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I love Zappos!
June 20, 2016

I have ordered from Zappos so many times--both shoes and clothing. I signed up for the VIP program, which didn't cost a penny, and get free one day shipping--yes, you read that correctly--one day! Returns are always free so you can send back anything that doesn't fit right or please you for another reason. Many times they will have sales as well, but you must check prices to see if other websites or local stores are comparable. I have never had a bad experience with Zappos and will continue to shop with them.

Date of experience: June 20, 2016
Kansas
8 reviews
20 helpful votes
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Excellent
June 20, 2016

Zappos is a fantastic place to get fast shipping on a large selection of merchandise; clothing, accessories, watches, bags,... with great sales, and great pricing. I highly recommend Zappos! A+

Date of experience: June 19, 2016
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Excellent Service
June 15, 2016

I had to return a pair of shoes and customer service was excellent. Friendly and helpful customer service!

Date of experience: June 14, 2016
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Fabulous!
June 12, 2016

Always have a great experience shopping here! Fabulous customer service, fast shipping, great quality!

Date of experience: June 10, 2016
Virginia
3 reviews
11 helpful votes
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I love their selection but I find their sizing to be off sometimes and not consistent between brands. And if you do wind up with the wrong size they don't provide an easy means of just swapping it for the correct size, you basically have to return the originals and then submit a whole new order for the replacements. They really should streamline that process

Date of experience: June 10, 2016
Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Theft
June 10, 2016

This site allowed the fraudulent use of my card by a thief. I had never been on the site before today. Zero stars. Any chance of them ever getting any business from me is now 0.

Date of experience: June 9, 2016
Kansas
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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Quick
May 25, 2016

Always good about shipping and returns. I love Zappos!

Date of experience: May 24, 2016
India
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thanks!
January 18, 2021

I live in India and my cousin from San Fransisco did a little shopping from Zappos on my behalf. The shoe fit great and I absolutely love it! Thanks!

Date of experience: May 21, 2016
New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I love shopping on Zappos. They have a great selection, so I can always find what I'm looking for. The free shipping and returns make it easy to pick out a few options and return the ones that don't work. I haven't had a bad experience yet.

Date of experience: May 17, 2016
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Best shoe store
May 6, 2016

Always have what I'm looking for free shipping next day delivery

Date of experience: May 5, 2016
Wisconsin
4 reviews
49 helpful votes
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I love Zappos!
May 3, 2016

I love Zappos! I have been ordering from them for years, and they never fail to have excellent products, and excellent customer service. The BEST customer service around! The only problem I ever have is when they run out of the product I want. I highly recommend that you order from Zappos when you need shoes!

Date of experience: May 2, 2016
Texas
4 reviews
3 helpful votes
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Competitive prices, good products, quick shipping, easy returns

Date of experience: May 2, 2016
Illinois
3 reviews
9 helpful votes
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Great Service!
May 1, 2016

I have mostly ordered shoes. They arrive quickly and there is no postage fee. Unfortunately, they often don't fit my hard-to-fit feet. However, Return postage is free. I would never buy on-line shoes anywhere else, for this reason.
I love this company and their up-beat spirit!

Date of experience: April 30, 2016
New York
3 reviews
5 helpful votes
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Selection is super and delivery is quick
But the easy returns close the deal

Date of experience: April 26, 2016
Utah
6 reviews
11 helpful votes
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I have always been a Zappos shoe-shopping kind of girl. What's not to love about going online, not having to try on anything, not having to wait in lines and having shoes show up at your door within a DAY or TWO!? What, they don't fit right or just don't suit your fancy, no worries - send them back for FREE! I had a poor shipping experience with them once about 5 years, where they accidentally shipped the wrong pair of shoes to me 3 TIMES before finally getting the shoe model and size correct to what was ordered. It turned out being a barcode issue in their plant - boxes were mislabeled with incorrect SKUS and the wrong item was accidentally being re-picked an re-shipped in error repeatedly. It really wasn't a painful experience bc this company has the BEST customer service I have ever experienced online. Agents called and emailed me about the status of my order every step of the way, their emails are fun and made me laugh and I really didn't mind the hassle bc they took the time to take care of me. I ended up scoring VIP status through this experience which has allowed me to be part of a 1-day free shipping club which I absolutely LOVE. Best part of Zappo's these days is that they don't just sell shoes, they sell clothes and all kind of other great merch which has allowed me to find the majority of my attire on Zappos or amazon. Thanks Zappo's, you've made my life so much easier. :)

Date of experience: April 23, 2016
New Jersey
3 reviews
29 helpful votes
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Great service
April 20, 2016

I love Zappos. I can order shoes today and they arrive at my home tomorrow

Date of experience: April 19, 2016
Louisiana
10 reviews
11 helpful votes
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SHOES...
April 18, 2016

I do genuinely like them... but they are too high... Im sorry. I need them to come down some... but I wont take away from the site. Its just a little too pricey... but seemingly good stuff. I only ordered once..

Date of experience: April 17, 2016