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Knetbooks

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Overview

Knetbooks has a rating of 3.4 stars from 1,092 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Knetbooks most frequently mention good condition, timely manner, and fast delivery. Knetbooks ranks 4th among Textbook Rentals sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 64.8%
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Top Positive Review

“Quick delivery and books in good condition”

Sara M.
1/15/24

Found both books needed for classes with no problem. Chose the rental option, glad to see there is an opportunity to purchase at the end of the rental period. I signed up for text notifications which sent me a tracking number for my package a day after I submitted the order. Books came in within the week. I will say though I was expecting to get the tracking number via email too so that was a little weird. But both books came in great condition and the packaging can be reused for the return.

Top Critical Review

“Nightmare, scam. Do not order from Knet books”

Mid T.
5/8/24

I ordered a textbook from Knet, returned on time in perfect condition as I used the book only one time, yet they charged my credit card full replacement value of $382.91 due to water damage or maybe it never arrived, they were not sure. They did not return emails, have no phone number and offered NO proof my book was damaged in any way except the photo below. Seriously?! What book is this? Is it even the book I ordered? DO NOT ORDER from this company

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Thumbnail of user saram1653
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 15th, 2024
Verified purchase

Found both books needed for classes with no problem. Chose the rental option, glad to see there is an opportunity to purchase at the end of the rental period. I signed up for text notifications which sent me a tracking number for my package a day after I submitted the order. Books came in within the week. I will say though I was expecting to get the tracking number via email too so that was a little weird. But both books came in great condition and the packaging can be reused for the return.

Reason I chose this business:

Cheapest price online for rentals

Reason I chose this product:

Products were required for class

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Thumbnail of user midt2
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 8th, 2024

I ordered a textbook from Knet, returned on time in perfect condition as I used the book only one time, yet they charged my credit card full replacement value of $382.91 due to water damage or maybe it never arrived, they were not sure. They did not return emails, have no phone number and offered NO proof my book was damaged in any way except the photo below. Seriously?! What book is this? Is it even the book I ordered? DO NOT ORDER from this company

Tip for consumers:
Do not order from Knet Books. Company is a scam.

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Thumbnail of user tovahhklein
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 11th, 2024

I placed an order for a book around the time my program was starting, I entered correct payment and shipping information for it, Knetbooks confirmed my order and charged my card (the correct amount was taken out of my account), and Knetbooks cancelled my order without warning two days later claiming something was "inconsistent" with my payment information. I reached out several times for clarification on the issue and to offer more information if necessary, and never got a response. Now I am stranded without the book and have missed 2 weeks of school content because of this issue. Thanks for nothing!

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user arielg126
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 25th, 2024
Verified purchase

Saved almost $100 by renting my book instead of purchasing it through Amazon. The delivery was quick and I received my textbook faster than expected.

Reason I chose this business:

Lowest price

Reason I chose this product:

Assigned textbook

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Thumbnail of user raedens
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

Please refund me, after waiting over a week for my order to process I had to cancel and buy it for much more on campus.

Reason I chose this business:

Cheaper price

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user tommasot6
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 30th, 2023
Verified purchase

I placed a request for 24 hour delivery, for which I paid an extra 70 dollars, but many of my books were delivered in 3-4 days.

I did not receive aa response

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user robynw96
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
January 15th, 2024

Cancelled my order because they said their system said my payment information was suspicious. It's the payment I use all the time so there was nothing suspicious. They cancelled it right away but still took my money so now they are holding up $150 of my money that I need to actually purchase a book. This company seems shady. No live chat, no phone number to call. You just have to sit and wait for them to return an email while they hold onto your money. I will never order from here again. I better get my money back.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user julien891
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 30th, 2024
Verified purchase

Ordered (for purchase) and had my order cancelled and (mostly) refunded three days later without any notification. Only way I knew was the refund showed up on my credit card. Notification so I could find an alternative should be an automatic part of their order system.

Reason I chose this business:

They had the book I needed.

Reason I chose this product:

Because I needed it for my studies.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user i.w1
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 19th, 2024
Verified purchase

Easy ordering and quick delivery. I also appreciated updates on the status of my order.

Reason I chose this business:

Because you offered fast shipping options.

Reason I chose this product:

Required reading for college course.

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Thumbnail of user gracem914
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 16th, 2024
Verified purchase

Good delivery date and quality product. I love that I get discounts as a perk of being a member

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Thumbnail of user sreekanthg4
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 5th, 2024
Verified purchase

Quick and easy checkout. Easy way to rent textbook thank you

Reason I chose this business:

Rent a text book

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Thumbnail of user scotta1491
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 13th, 2024

I ordered three books from Knetbooks... several days after the scheduled delivery date, I have not received any of them. I asked to cancel the order but they said since the books were shipped I can't cancel... but I can return the books for a refund. This is somewhat difficult to do since I never got the books in the first place.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

Thumbnail of user timothye508
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 28th, 2024
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Placed order-3weeks later told my order was cancelled. Reordered same book based on the website info. Waiting for second order info. Received info cancelling an order I didn't place. Very confusing! If book originally ordered twice doesn't exist, why list on the website?

Reason I chose this business:

Had the book I was looking for or was lead to believe they had the book I was looking for.

Reason I chose this product:

Personal interest

So far, so good
March 1st, 2024
Verified site experience
• Previous review

So far, so good. Will walt for the book I purchased to arrive.

Reason I chose this business:

Had the book I was looking for.

Thumbnail of user codyc405
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 17th, 2024
Verified purchase

Had to cancel my order and it took way too long to get help from anyone

Took way too long to get a response. You guys should have a phone number to call

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user keanub2
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 30th, 2021
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Great! User friendly and the book was available. It came packaged nicely

Reason I chose this business:

I usually utilize CHEGG, however I wanted to try a new company

Reason I chose this product:

Needed it for college

Quality
Great!
August 22nd, 2021
Verified site experience
• Previous review

Great! User friendly and the book was available

Reason I chose this business:

I usually utilize CHEGG, however I wanted to try a new company

Thumbnail of user kirstenm183
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
January 19th, 2024
Verified purchase

I ordered a book from this site. Originally said it would be here Jan 18. Now its not coming until March 2. I need the book for a class which will be over by the time I get it. The customer service would not let me cancel. They said I could send the book back once I get it. If I do!

I can't cancel my order for something I was supposed to get Jan 18 and now not getting until March 2.

Reason I chose this business:

Because the book was cheaper on this site.

Reason I chose this product:

I need it for a class I am taking.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Amber L.
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 31st, 2024
Verified purchase

The book did not arrive at all. After contacting consumer support, my problem was not resolved.

Did not solve issue.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user monicaf254
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 30th, 2021
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Quick and easy. Great options for buying or renting.

Reason I chose this business:

It was cheapest

Reason I chose this product:

For my class

Quality
Quick and easy
August 22nd, 2021
Verified site experience
• Previous review

Quick and easy. Great options for buying or renting.

Thumbnail of user hayleyg29
1 review
3 helpful votes
March 17th, 2020

I rented two books and returned them prior to the due date. I had my UPS tracking number and receipt to follow my shipment. It was received at the Knetbooks warehouse and located there. I received a text from Knetbooks charging me $200.00 for the books that I had returned and they received. I spoke with multiple customer service representatives and I was informed that there were different books in my return other than what I rented. This was a complete lie. When I asked to speak to a manager, I was informed that no managers are there or are available. I also requested the contact information of the owner and it would not be released. So they got my money for my rentals, plus the books, plus an extra $200! Please take my advice and do not give them any business!

Thumbnail of user geric28
1 review
2 helpful votes
June 30th, 2020

I ordered my book on June 14 and received it June 29. I needed it by June 25 before I left for a month on the road. I did not receive it as promised. Their excuse was that USPS has been slow lately. If they knew this, why not use another carrier? Now they tell me if I do not return it before I get home, I cannot get a refund. They actually told me to have a neighbor do it for me. WHAT? Inconvenience a neighbor for their error? For the trouble they have caused, they should honor the return after I get home. I have recently ordered from Chegg who will deliver my book, on the road, in 2 days. I will NEVER use KnetBooks again. STEER CLEAR!

Thumbnail of user sunmink
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 2nd, 2023
Verified purchase

The seller could not fulfill the order and cancelled the order, but gave me a refund except for $0.99 processing fee. I emailed them and they did refund the remaining $0.99, but I shouldn't have to email to get a full refund when it was the seller's fault for listing a book that is not available. It should have been an automatic full refund.

Support staff understood my issue and quickly refunded the remaining $0.99 that was not automatically refunded initially

Reason I chose this business:

Cheap price

Reason I chose this product:

Needed it for son’s school.

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user dawns1071
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 31st, 2021
Verified purchase

Quick and easy. Received my book on time. Textbook was in better condition than expected.

Reason I chose this business:

Cheapest option with good satisfaction history

Reason I chose this product:

Required text

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Thumbnail of user karlas324
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 24th, 2023
Verified purchase

I ordered a book from knetbooks on 8/15. Received a cancellation notice on 8/16 stating knetbooks couldn't find a supplier of the book I ordered. The order number on the order confirmation and order cancellation emails are different numbers. Then on 8/22 I receive a "delivery confirmation email" about my order from sitejabber.com. At this point I'm confused, I never received a book… I'm confused about the different order numbers. One order number which was cancelled and the other that thinks the book was delivered.

Reason I chose this business:

I thought they had the book I was looking for, it was listed there and had a good price

Reason I chose this product:

I was actively looking for this book

* Knetbooks attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

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Thumbnail of user erica748
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 16th, 2021
Verified purchase
• Updated review

Easy
Fast
Convenient
Fun
Awesome
Chill
Fantastic
Recommend

Quality
Easyfastconvenient
September 9th, 2021
Verified site experience
• Previous review

Easy
Fast
Convenient

Thumbnail of user st661
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 16th, 2024

I am very displeased with Knetbooks. This was the first time that I have used Knetbooks.com services. I only use digital books, and the only reason I purchased the book is because new version have access codes for the digital version. The book was supposed to arrive 1/15/2024, the day before my classes started. When I inquired about where my book was on 1/19/2024, my email was never responded to. The book arrived on 1/26/2024 but with no access codes. When I asked about digital codes, I needed to wait for the chat hours to open after the weekend because last time nobody got back to me on email. This has delayed my ability to get work done significantly. Their representative was supposed to email me back from IT about my order. When I followed up through a chat (2 days after the anticipated time the representative gave me) they provided me with an email that was never sent to me. I shared with the representative a screenshot that I had not received the email on that date nor was it in my spam, but they told me their policy still stands of no access code despite never being notified about it. I am very displeased. I am stranded with no digital book before midterms.

The representatives who helped me were: *

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