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Overview

Container Store has a rating of 1.88 stars from 74 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Container Store most frequently mention customer service, credit card, and order online problems. Container Store ranks 357th among Home Improvement Other sites.

  • Service
    26
  • Value
    21
  • Shipping
    17
  • Returns
    14
  • Quality
    18
Positive reviews (last 12 months): 28.6%
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What reviewers want you to know

Positive highlights

  • We decided to call the Container Store and try their design services which are free.

Critical highlights

  • Customer service associates are rude and unhelpful.
How would you rate Container Store?
Top Positive Review

“Greetings from the UK!”

JB F.
10/10/23

I came to NJ on holiday and went to the container store with mi sis! We had a wonderful experience! We absolutely LOVE DINA! She was so pleasant and patient and polite! She made our experience the absolute best eva! Also the store was so clean and amazingly organized! Also DINA assisted with our reward discounts and assisted mi sis in signing up for her own discount coupons! Over all we absolutely loved it! Thank you so much DINA and the NJ container store for making such an amazing experience on our holiday from the UK! Cheers!

Top Critical Review

“Reward program is a scam”

Maddie D.
12/24/23

Unbelievable. Poor customer service. I spend quite a bit in the last few weeks and received a notice that I was an "expert" organizer and to pick up a pick anytime before the end of the year. I just left the store. They were out of the "gift" and did not have anything substituted. That's a "member benefit"?! Spend a certain amount and they won't have what was promised according to their rewards program?

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Thumbnail of user bentleybear08
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 10th, 2023

I came to NJ on holiday and went to the container store with mi sis! We had a wonderful experience! We absolutely LOVE DINA! She was so pleasant and patient and polite! She made our experience the absolute best eva! Also the store was so clean and amazingly organized! Also DINA assisted with our reward discounts and assisted mi sis in signing up for her own discount coupons! Over all we absolutely loved it! Thank you so much DINA and the NJ container store for making such an amazing experience on our holiday from the UK! Cheers!

Tip for consumers:
Thank you DINA!

Products used:
All kinds of organizing containers!

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Thumbnail of user lisaa2560
1 review
0 helpful votes
June 6th, 2023

I had a ladder I purchased from another state. The manager was gracious, helpful and exchanged it without any hassle. The sales person was very knowledgeable about solutions to some organizational issues I had in our new condo with smaller spaces. Even though I went looking for something cheap I ended up taking her recommendations and truly appreciated the advice on putting it together so I didn't struggle with it. Great team at the Orlando location! Worth the drive.

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Ladder, Elfa contaibers

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Thumbnail of user anitap378
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 9th, 2023

We bought an Elfa Closet system and had it installed by the store. Sharona was extremely helpful. She understood our needs, was very knowledgeable and fun to work with. Installation went very well.

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Elfa closet

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Thumbnail of user patricias2874
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 16th, 2021
Verified purchase

This was my first time placing an order with the Container Store. I was having trouble with my iPad so decided to call customer service and order over the phone. I spoke with an associate (David) who could not have been more helpful, articulate, and pleasant - my best customer service experience ever. My package arrived as scheduled, very carefully packed, exactly as advertised, and the excellent quality I was hoping for. I could not be happier!

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Storage baskets

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Thumbnail of user dona406
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
April 8th, 2021

We decided to call the Container Store and try their design services which are free. A time was scheduled for a digital meeting and we received an email with instructions on how to connect. Prior to the meeting we were instructed as to how to measure the space and where to send the measurements which we wrote on a form provided by the Container Store. At the appointed time we clicked on the link and waited a short time before Natalie connected and introduced herself. The session began with Natalie asking questions as to the scope of the work which entailed the design for elements to be installed in small "His" and "Her" walk-in closets. After the face to face discussion the screen changed to a graphic design tool and we were able to watch as Natalie began the process by placing various elements in the first closet based on our discussion. She was obviously well trained as a customer consultant and also had a thorough knowledge of the use of the design software. The elements being placed were shoe draws, short and long hanging spaces, ventilated shelving and ventilated drawers. It was very helpful to play "what if" by trying various elements in different spaces. It took Natalie about 3 to 4 seconds to make any change we wanted to try. After completing the first closet we repeated the process for the second closet. After about an hour we were satisfied with the design and decided to move forward with an order. The total price was $5000 less than the Home Depot bid. All of our elements were delivered over a three week period and we received deliveries from FedX and USPS every two or three days. After the final delivery we opened all boxes and inventoried items based on package slips and the original bill and every thing was there. I was satisfied with the quality. The bottom of one draw had been crushed. I called customer service and the hold time was less than 45 seconds. The new drawer was delivered in four days. I installed the elements myself and found the instructions clear and straight forward. During the installation process I discovered that three standards were five inches too long due to my error in measuring. I decided to cut them down to size. After cutting the first standard I noticed that I cut the excess off the wrong end which rendered this standard unusable. I called customer service again and the hold time was less than 20 seconds. The agent informed me that "these things happen" and said he would send, at no charge, a new standard cut to the correct length. I would order from the Container store again and I will also recommend The Container Store to my family and friends.

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Closet design elements

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Thumbnail of user kathleenc471
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 7th, 2020

I received perfectly wonderful and generous customer service from Barbara, the store manager at the Plano, TX Stonebriar location. Thank you C. S. for hiring employees that are compassionate and honest.

Thumbnail of user lanef
121 reviews
355 helpful votes
October 7th, 2018

I have a house of metro and interometro units carts and wardrobes. Fantastic customer service in the stores and equally online. My only complaint is shipping packing./packaging The items are often heavy and need more padded packaging on shelf corners (recyclable). My shelf carts are strong and have served me for years. My tv cart held my old big tube Tv 175lbs no issues, and now My new 50 inch flat (45lbs) is perfect on the cart and looks just as good.

Thumbnail of user alexandrab25
1 review
1 helpful vote
December 21st, 2015

I have ordered a metal piece for a storage unit. It has arrived with very deep cracks and chips. I have owned several of exactly the same units for over 7 years, moved with them 3 times and they don't have a single scratch on them.
The problem is that when we received the item, we did not have time to set it up for over 2 months, neither did we check it (it's solid metal, what could be wrong with it?).
So, when I eventually discovered all the defects, I did not have much hope, but I contacted the container store customer service anyway.
I told them about the problem and they sent me a brand-new item.
I have received the replacement fairly soon and I am very satisfied with it.
It makes me want to shop at the container store more.

Thumbnail of user za1380
5 reviews
7 helpful votes
July 18th, 2013

A piece of heaven on earth!

-Fun and easy to navigate website

-Click online and pick up at store

-Phone order option available

-Teacher Discount Program

-elfa! Elfa! Elfa! Free Space Design!

-NAPO member discount

-Wanna be a POP star!? Find out more, and sign-up!

-Friendly and knowledgeable employees

-Shipping available

-College Night

-Unique stocking stuffers

-Great organizational and travel tips!

-Check out what The Container Store Stand For!

-Happy 35th Birthday Container Store!

Thumbnail of user anabellea
4 reviews
15 helpful votes
December 2nd, 2015

Love all their products

Thumbnail of user robb413
15 reviews
38 helpful votes
June 28th, 2013

This is a really good store. When I lived back in Washington and first went into this place, it was kinda overwelming. My apartment was a mess and they really have everything you need. It's sad when you grow up and you feel all excited buying containers. I'm getting too old.

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Get up to 25% off The Container Store's closet & clothing organization solutions for a limited time during our Closet Sale. Free in-store pickup and free shipping on purchases over $75.

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