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thredUP Reviews Summary

ThredUp's reputation is marred by significant customer dissatisfaction, particularly regarding the selling process and customer service. Many users report feeling misled about item valuations and processing times, leading to frustration over perceived exploitation and lack of transparency. While some customers appreciate the variety of products available for purchase, issues such as delays in shipping, inadequate communication, and poor handling of returns overshadow these positives. Overall, the sentiment leans heavily towards disappointment, prompting many to recommend alternative selling methods and express reluctance to engage further with the company.

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shipping
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returns
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quality
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New York
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Does not value customers
December 31, 2015

They only offer their worthwhile coupons to new members, giving nothing for loyalty. They also send out emails to loyal customers with coupon codes, just to say at check out that they cannot be used by anyone but new members. No where in their email does it say that. Sure, you could go through the trouble of creating a whole new account, but why should you have to? I have also received several items from them that were not in the condition I expected.

Date of experience: December 31, 2015
Ohio
1 review
6 helpful votes
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I want an answer to this please.
I bought some items about 3weeks online with ThredUp, PayPal gave a wrong shipping addres. Immediately I made two urgent calls and sent 2 email messages with my correct address.
They had enough time to change the address,
Next I got from them is, "we shipped before receiving your mail" this is 20 minutes from time of purchase.
To date, I have not receive the goods only mails of apology. My question is, where is the package not received at the wrong address and I did not receive too?
They offered me a refund but I refused, because that is the worst sale point carelessness.
They cannot do that with a refund and get away with their do not care attitude.
Let them handle professionally please. Selling cheap items does not allow taking people for granted.

Date of experience: December 31, 2015
Oregon
2 reviews
15 helpful votes
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Wow, what can I say. I went through the list of accepted items and only put my higher end stuff that would be accepted. I put a brand new 125.00 designer coat in the bag. Well six weeks after the get the bag, they give me a list of four items they are putting on consignment, and they are paying me, wait for it. 4.55, My items sold in days, and then the other items that they did not pay me for, I magically find two of them posted for sale. Wow, I have sent numerous emails, asked for a call, sent a complaint, they are looking into it. So three months later I have been paid nothing and I feel like this is a scam. I plan to write to the BBB and file a complaint. Save yourself time and money and go with a local consignment shop. ARG

Date of experience: December 31, 2015
Washington
1 review
12 helpful votes
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I have been consigning my clothes and buying consignment for a LONG time. I was excited to try ThredUp because it seemed like they were easy to use and fair with their prices. I have to say I was sorely disappointed in both. I carefully put together my bag and kept track of what I sent in because it took over a month to hear anything. I sent in a lot of higher-end items including coach, lululemon, etc. assuming that they would be fair with pricing. Along with those items I sent some random old navy and gap items assuming a couple extra dollars could only help! They ONLY sold my old navy items and have kept my higher end clothes which I will never see again or make anything off of. I assume they are still going to attempt to sell them. Their directions for their bags are confusing, and I take credit for potentially missing the mark on wanting my clothes returned, but I after speaking with customer service for help I was basically told I was screwed.

Long story short, it is a COMPLETE waste of time, and you wont get what you deserve for your clothes. Its a scam, honestly. Take your business to a local shop!

Date of experience: December 30, 2015
Illinois
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Don't do it!
December 30, 2015

I had a designer bag re-seamed and professionally cleaned to get zero $$ for it, along with 11 other items that totally met their criteria. They totally represent themselves in a local news segment and don't accept emails questioning their decisions

Date of experience: December 30, 2015
Ohio
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Next time I will just donate rather than have them make almost all the profit from MY stuff! I am so mad I didn't check out these reviews beforehand. They won't survive at this rate...

Date of experience: December 30, 2015
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love buying from ThredUp
December 29, 2015

I absolutely LOVE shopping with them. I have been buying clothes from them since 2013 and have never had an issue. Recommend them to anyone looking for name brand quality clothing at great prices.

Date of experience: December 28, 2015
New York
3 reviews
13 helpful votes
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Don't use to sell
December 28, 2015

I agree with all other reviewers who say don't use Thredup to sell. I was expecting about $200 for excellent, new and designer clothing that I was estimating ONLY $5 per item and I got $42.51! No customer satisfaction when I inquired about the unexpected compensation. DO NOT USE TO SELL! Donate to charities that help clothe women for job interviews, etc.

Date of experience: December 28, 2015
New Hampshire
1 review
11 helpful votes
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Never again!
December 26, 2015

As many others have written, don't use these guys for selling! I played by their rules and they accepted very few of my new with tags items. Wish I had given them to Dress for Success!

Date of experience: December 26, 2015
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great experience
December 24, 2015

I bought some amazing clothes made from luxurious fabrics for a hugely discounted price. As advertised they were In fine condition. I am very small and many things are too small for me so I only purchased things that offered a return.
A few items were too large and it was so easy to return them. They processed very quickly.

Date of experience: December 24, 2015
Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Shopping at it's finest
December 24, 2015

Really great way to shop. I can sit at my computer or phone and type in brands that I love or scroll through new arrivals and find clothes at a fraction of the price. I love their huge selection and the thoroughness with which they inspect clothing, so there are no surprises when I receive my items. So glad a company like this exists!

Date of experience: December 24, 2015
New York
1 review
11 helpful votes
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Buy, don't sell
December 23, 2015

I've used ThredUp for about three years, since I needed to remake my wardrobe after my daughter was born in 2013. It was awesome for that! Such a cheap way to restock the basics in my new size and lifestyle. Since then they've started to buy and sell maternity and kids clothes, which is great! Unfortunately, in that time span I've seen my per-bag earnings drop so drastically that I don't use them for selling anymore. My first couple bags made over $100, some even closer to $150; now, even designer items with tags and NIB (new in the box) sometimes don't get accepted, and the most I've made is $30, so I started to use Poshmark instead. I loved it while it lasted but after two poorly performing bags full of quality brands, many unworn, I can't risk sending my stuff there anymore. I actually started to get suspicious that they were reselling some of the stuff on the sly to be honest with you!

Date of experience: December 23, 2015
New York
1 review
12 helpful votes
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I received $31.83 for 26 items. Very disappointing considering most of the items had tags and one was a winter coat with tags. I will definitely use my local Kid to Kid consignment shop next time. I am very annoyed that I chose Thred Up over the local store. Lesson learned.

I read some of these reviews prior to submitting but thought I would give it a shot. DO NOT MAKE MY MISTAKE. Go to your local store!

Date of experience: December 23, 2015
New York
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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I'm a first time shopper on thredUp, and I'm puzzled by the bust measurements for size small. Their measurements are stated as 12" to 21". Isn't the standard bust measurement for small sizes about 34" to 35"?

Date of experience: December 22, 2015
Maine
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love threadUP
December 22, 2015

Fast service... products as presented! Will shop again.

Date of experience: December 22, 2015
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Need to improve the photography and get better manikins. Style and overall appearance of the clothing is not optimized, resulting in my hesitancy sometimes to make a purchase. Text of details could be a bit more detailed, as well. I like the site and it's ease of use, but some"upgrades would likely result in more sales.
Thanks for asking for input and for a friendly shopping experience!

Date of experience: December 21, 2015
Indiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesome
December 21, 2015

I just recieved my order and I'm very happy with everything I got. I will definitely encourage people to use this site...

Date of experience: December 21, 2015
Georgia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great company!
December 21, 2015

Everything was in great shape! Package came quick and my items were boxed and tagged beautifully! One of the best experiences I've had online and I would for sure reccomebdnit to everyone! The price you pay for the items you get is unmatchable!

Date of experience: December 21, 2015
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I love this site!
December 21, 2015

I am new to the site but have purchased several things over the past month (I think their should be a rewards program for people who can't stop shopping!). Each item I have purchased has looked even BETTER on than I thought it looked on the site. I'm so happy and have sent several family members shopping here!

Date of experience: December 21, 2015
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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GREAT DEALS
December 21, 2015

Love getting deals on items I wouldn't get a regular stores. Especially being on a budget I am able to get the styles I want at a fraction of the cost. Im so glad I found this site.

Date of experience: December 21, 2015

From the business

thredUP.com was designed to be an easy and convenient way to buy and sell secondhand clothing.


thredup.com
Founded in 2009
San Francisco, CA, United States
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