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MiniInTheBox.com has been a worldwide business leader in selling blue-ribbon consumer goods since 2006. From the moment we founded MiniInTheBox, our vision was to empower people worldwide in buying and selling online. Whoever you are, and wherever you are, MiniInTheBox offers the same price to all: the lowest possible. Whether you’re a wholesaler looking to increase revenues, a retailer who refuses to pay the high prices in your country, or a shopper looking to get hold of the latest products, MiniInTheBox.com provides light-speed service and wholesale prices. We buy direct from an ever expanding network of Chinese wholesale manufacturers so we can keep costs low while maintaining the highest of standards. We serve customers from over 50 countries, and we're still growing. But our vision won’t change: One world, one price.


miniinthebox.com
Founded in 2009
Beijing, NY, China
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MiniInTheBox Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a predominantly negative reputation among customers, with frequent complaints about delayed shipments, poor product quality, and a confusing return policy. Many customers expressed frustration over the lack of accessible customer support, making it difficult to resolve issues or obtain refunds. Additionally, the inconsistency in product descriptions and sizes has led to dissatisfaction. While a few customers noted positive experiences with specific products, these are overshadowed by widespread concerns regarding service reliability and communication. Overall, the feedback suggests a critical need for improvements in customer service and operational transparency.

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service
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value
262
shipping
273
returns
197
quality
249
Belgium
1 review
1 helpful vote
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This is the last time i will use this site.
I thought i was just having a bad day and the package got delayed or something but after looking at the tracker with shows that i already received it.

So i tried using there customer service and my first two attempts just seemed to have dissapeared. But then i finaly got one threw and waited...

The customer service works 24/7 however they only seem to work when asking for refunds and writing reviews (according to older posts).

I payed via paypal and am now hoping to get a refund. I will let you know if it works.

Update:
Igot an answer: Please send a picture of the missing parts.
Great, i'll send you a picture of an empty desk.

Update:
I traced down the package itself thanks to DHL not miniinthebox, i know right big supprise there. Now i'm going to receive it and i hope for the love of god miniinthebox have send me everything i ordererd. If not i'm gona have another pleasant PayPal dispute.

Last Update:
DHL hero! After calling them i received it the day after. Had to pay about +20% of my total cost to customs but atleast i got something. The reason it got stopped by customs it due to miniinthebox witing swiming gogles instead of electronics --' genius.

Conclusion:
Don't use this site, but if you really have to calculate a 20% customs cost to your items and just cal DHL if something is wrong.

Date of experience: May 29, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

1. If customer submit a ticket to contact us, we will reply it within 24hours.

2. DHL was delivered successfully in 4 days. For expedited shipping you chose is 3-5 business days. It was delivered within time frame. If package didn't arrive as scheduled or package broken, please contact DHL for help or us.
Delivered - Signed for by: Z*** V*** HERENT 18:02

3. If package well received while parts missing, please contact us as soon as possible.

The supervisor of customer service created one ticket for you. Please log in your account on a computer (not mobile). You can find your ticket here: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15503919

Sincerely,
MiniInTheBox Customer Service

New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I ordered 3 watches on March 24,2017 and as of May 29,2017 have not received anything. I have sent three inquiries and been given seperate ticket #'s each time. They say it was shipped out in one while another says it could take up to 38 days. They can't get their stories straight. I wish I would never have seen this site on Facebook. All I want is to receive merchandise totally $24.30 that we're to be gifts on May 6th. This company sucks!

Date of experience: May 29, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. The package was failed to be delivered. The refund was completed in our side while it needs a few business days for your bank to execute it.
Globalcollect 26277293 USD -26.30 2017-05-30 10:04:35.0 refund

The supervisor of customer service created one ticket for you. Please log in your account on a computer (not mobile). You can find your ticket here: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15503806

Sincerely,
MiniInTheBox Customer Service

GB
2 reviews
14 helpful votes
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I bought an item from this site. It was not delivered in the said time. This site is a scam do not order. No way to track or contact anyone.

Date of experience: May 26, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Customer Service Supervisor from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15484787 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I put in my order last week and paid the extra money for expedited shipping which is delivery between 2-4 business days. I have not received my order a week later! Despite my email they are still sticking to their date of delivering weeks late! This is unacceptable and misleading to those who book online. Online businesses such as MiniIn The Box are scams and should not be trusted but also its website along with others should be policed by a government department. This is no way to treat consumers!

Date of experience: May 25, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Customer Service Supervisor from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15484761 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

India
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
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I had to replace headlights on my car recently and found this store that offers lighting equipment at a bargain. With expedited shipping I've received my order within a week, which is awesome, considering they ship from China. I've installed it and been using for about half a year, everything works perfectly.
I would definitely recommend this shop. Wide range of car related products and great value for money.

Date of experience: May 14, 2017
India
1 review
1 helpful vote
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It's been a month since now that I have ordered on the site but not yet recieved the order... make sure that I receive it as soon as possible.! And guys please think twice before you order from this site

Date of experience: May 12, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer, we replied your ticket https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15291961 Sincerely,
MiniInTheBox Customer Service

Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Ordered a gear S3 watch and which took 3-4 weeks to arrive. But the band sizing was different on both ends so one end didnt fit. Advertised at 22mm but only one end of the band was. Customer service does not provide an email or chat contact function. You need to fill in a return request repeatedly to ask them what is going on. Has been 2 weeks going into the 3rd with no reponse.
** This issue was resolved with offer of refund without returning item. This simplified the process greatly.

Date of experience: May 7, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

Usually we use our ticket center to keep in touch with our customers, I guess you might don't know how to create a ticket. No worries, the supervisor of customer service created one for you. Please contact her in this ticket and she'll definitely solve the problem. Please log in your account on a computer (not mobile) You can find your ticket refer to following picture or this link: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15339752

The item you choose is for Gear S3. It should fit this type. But it may not fit well for other types even though the same width. If there is any problem fit this watch, we will take our responsibility.

Sincerely,
MiniInTheBox Customer Service

Indonesia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Satisfait de la commande, livraison rapide
Frais de douanes remboursés grâce à l'assurance qui ne coûte quasi rien
Article confirme au descriptif
Lumière puissante, blanc naturel

Date of experience: May 3, 2017
Australia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Ordered February 23,2017 - No product arrived as of May 1. Their tracking has said 'The item is on transport to the country of destination' since early March. Their last customer service response tried to tell me I waited more than 180 days to report the problem so their postal carrier deleted tracking information. Uh - basic calculation, 180 days is not up until Aug 23 even if the whole deleting info is legit which I doubt. Attempting to get a refund but not holding my breath. This site is a scam - stay away from it.

ETA: May 2,2017: Now they want me to wait until July for said package, or I can edit my review to give them more stars. Their CS says that after editing or deleting my review they will send a refund. Like I said: total scam.

ETA: Mat 8,2017. I did receive a refund after posting this review. I honestly doubt I would have received it without resorting to posting it in the first place though. After posting this review, my case was suddenly taken care of by a supervisor who could actually construct sentences and appropriate responses as opposed to just copy/pasting form responses that don't apply.

MiniInTheBox attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 1, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. If package arrived to destination coutry and stuck there, you can contact post office to see if any details. But if no information, please contact us for the follow up, reship or refund.

The supervisor of customer service created one ticket for you. Please contact her in this ticket and she'll definitely solve the problem. Please log in your account on a computer (not mobile). You can find your ticket here: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15297551

Sincerely,
MiniInTheBox Customer Service

Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes
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April 30, 2017

La peor compañía de venta por internet te cobran por un envió de 3 a 4 días de negocio y se demoran 10 15 20 días en enviártelo y lo recibes si tienes surte una verdadera estafa una mentira y un mal servicio nunca más les compro nada y nunca más recomiendo a nadie que lo haga solo los clientes debemos denunciar esta estafa para que no puedan operar más cobran por un servicio el cual no cumplen y se quedan con nuestro dinero

Date of experience: April 30, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Estimado cliente, Sinceramente, pedimos disculpas por las molestias. Nos hemos puesto en contacto con el servicio de mensajería y se ha actualizado en línea: 2017-04-30 Domingo 16:58:55 Se ha completado el despacho de aduana. El supervisor de servicio al cliente creó un ticket para usted. Por favor, póngase en contacto con ella en este boleto y ella definitivamente resolver el problema. Inicie sesión en su cuenta en un equipo (no móvil). Puede encontrar su boleto aquí: https://www.lightinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15290929 Sinceramente, Servicio de atención al cliente de LightInTheBox

California
1 review
5 helpful votes
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My wife placed an order, they told her it would arrive on whatever day, then when that didn't happen they told her it was at the airport an hour from our house and if she changes her review on this site they will give her a refund and she can have what she ordered for free, then when she called them out on it all they responded with was a new arrival date. I'm thinking... lawyer time! Don't order from these people unless you're into getting robbed and blackmailed.

Date of experience: April 30, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Invalid order number

Germany
1 review
1 helpful vote
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The item was supposed to arrive up until 18 business days.
After waiting for over a month and complaining that the item has not arrived, their customer service is asking to wait up until 60 days.
Not buying there again.

Date of experience: April 28, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Genady Vaisman,
This is supervisor Fabio. I really apologize for your case. I would like to help and I have raised this ticket for you, please will you follow up? https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15281470
Thank you very much.

Minnesota
1 review
2 helpful votes
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There is no way to contact these people if your order doesn't arrive. I've been waiting nearly 3 weeks since my order was shipped. Their tracking information doesn't work using various order numbers and tracking numbers and item numbers. No help is available. Ripped me off.

Date of experience: April 26, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear Lori,
This is supervisor Fabio. I am truly sorry for this situation. I would like to help and I have raised this ticket for you, please will you follow up? https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15281447
Thank you very much.

Australia
1 review
3 helpful votes
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I ordered two LOVE MEI cases from MiniInTheBox for my Note 5 but was shocked and pretty angry to be sent two poor quality fakes instead.

The cases that I was sent didn't match those clearly pictured and described on the MINIINTHEBOX website, and were certainly NOT original LOVE MEI cases as they were advertising. (I have an original, genuine LOVE MEI case already and was just attempting to buy two more in different colours)

MiniInTheBox initially apologised and said they would take up with their Chinese supplier but I then went through a long, incredibly frustrating (and at times exasperating) process involving multiple emails and customer tickets over several weeks to attempt to get my return shipping refunded and a refund for the cases themselves. Support tickets were continually closed as 'Complete' without the issue being dealt with, and several times I had to re-explain the whole problem by email and was asked to send screenshots of postal receipts and photos of the fake cases that I'd already previously supplied to them. It appeared that MiniInTheBox customer service staff were either unable or couldn't be bothered to look through earlier support tickets to familiarise themselves with the issue.

I've kept every item of my correspondence with them and have screenshots from their online support ticket system to verify the above. One of my worst online shopping experiences in 15+ years. At least my money was finally refunded but I would not use MiniInTheBox again after this and would advise others to proceed with caution.

Date of experience: April 26, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear David,
We are truly sorry the the products did not meet your satisfaction. After checking, I could see we already refunded you the paid amount + the return postage on your PayPal.
I will raise a ticket in case you need extra help: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15281415
Thank you for your support.

Norway
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I ordered something the 31/03/2017, and it were shipped the 01/04/2017. Have not receieved the package and the tracking number doesn't work at all, bad customer service. I'll use some other seller in the future for my products..

Date of experience: April 22, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Customer Service Supervisor from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15239864 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

New York
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I also placed an order never received it and cannot track it- even though I have received emails regarding the order! The directions from the company are useless because I cannot log on/create account to track. The website pages for customer service are pretzel logic with no hope of getting a human involved. I'll use another online seller in the future.

Date of experience: April 20, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

Dear LS,
This is supervisor Fabio. I am sorry for this trouble.

After checking your order, I could see your package has been delivered: https://tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction?tLabels=LW106729532CN

I've also created a ticket to further help you: https://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=ticket_after_detail&id=15234120
Thank you very much.

California
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Order never came. They are now saying it's been delayed... after for weeks saying it was sent out and in NYC since the 16th... which is only a couple hours from me. I complained further and they asked me to change my original rating to a 4-5 on sitejabber... that if I did that, they'd reimburse me my money AND let me keep my cases for free whenever they show up later. No frikken lie. How the hell can an order be delayed and shipped all at once. It's been a month or so since I ordered. Shouldn't I get refunded regardless of changing the damn review on this site for them?

Date of experience: April 18, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Rebecca from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15213075 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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BEWARE
April 18, 2017

WARNING! Miniinthebox sold and shipped me an electronic device for dog training that will NOT WORK in North AMerican electrical plugs! I sent them a picture of the plugs in NA. They took the money and have refused to respond to my complaints about this, despite 3 written attempts, in fact, they no longer answer the feedback requests. STAY AWAY from Miniinthebox! Unless you want to throw away money with no recourse.

Date of experience: April 18, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Rebecca from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15213014 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Total rip off! Do not order from these people. Never received my product and they still charged me. Is this really a company or a scam?!

Date of experience: April 18, 2017
Mini I. MiniInTheBox Rep
over a year old

This is Rebecca from Miniinthebox. I am glad to help. After review your case, i had conducted ticketId=15212969 in our ticket center and provide a solution for your case. Please log in your light in the box account--go " personal center"--"my ticket" to check our reply. Please keep in touching with us by replying the ticket as all the information will be recorded in system. Thank you for your cooperation.

Spain
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ho comprato precchi tempi con miniinthebox.com a dire il vero la roba mi é arrivata sempre secondo i tempi scritti sul sito, é il posto ideale per trovare tutti i gadgets ed atrezzi e tutta cio che é relazionato con la tecnologia e eletttronica. Lo consiglio per tutti gli amici e familiari.

Date of experience: April 17, 2017