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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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I have not ordered from this site but can tell you I won't be. Prices are too high for used items. And according to all the bad reviews it's not worth your time and effort. Don't bother.
More than a month behind. Accepted 8 items that were brand name clothing some never worn and gave me $3 and then charged another fee so my payout is $0. Ripoff and will be contacting someone about closing this site down
They are weeks behind and giving me nothing for new clothes one clothes worn once. I got next to nothing
'I ordered a clean out kit, with "return assurance", sent in A LOT of items, most new, with tags still on them, they only accepted a few things, DID NOT return the other items, and told me "too bad" when I questioned them about my items, and when they would be returned. I would not recommend sending items to them, they are in essence, just thieves.
I sent a bag of clothes in which took 3 months for them to review. After they took out their $4.99 bag fee, I made $0.71. Not worth it! Plus they sold 8 of my items by the time I made my 71 cents for $8-$15 each. TOTAL RIP OFF!
First of all, before I sent my clothes in, I searched everywhere on their site for info regarding payout amounts. I couldn't find anything, but felt like it couldn't be terrible since I'd heard so much about it. I was wrong. I sent in 24 items, all were brand new with the tags still attached. Retail value was over $600. Everything sold on their site fairly quickly, but my payout was only $11 and it took forever to be able to have access to that. They left it in a pending status FOREVER. I had one jacket that was $60, they listed it for $9 and I only got a 5% commission... 45 cents. I should have just donated it all locally. I feel completely cheated and ripped off.
I should have done some research regarding this site. Most of the items I sent in were worn once. They are in perfect shape. One item from Ann Taylor with the tag still on. They didn't accept any of those like new item. Horrible experience. I thought they would donate unaccepted items, but in the email they sent me they said "Remember, 100% of your unaccepted items are repurposed through our textile recycling partners." What does this even mean? I doubt that they are making money via clothes that they did not accept. I should've just gone to a local thrift shop.
The first bag I sent in I received a fair payment, most of the items were new with tags, I was hooked. The other 4 bags, most of the items were new with tags and I received ridiculously low payouts. When I called there was no one that could tell me why I received $2.35 for a New with tags coat that they sold for over $30. This happened repeated, I would never waste my time on this site again.
Mary R.
I sent a bag of clothing, all of them are the brands they require.
And there are a few Zara clothes I sent in that had only been worn once. They didn't take any of them.
Consistent with other reviews it's a complete waste of time. You pretty much end up losing your payout up front due to the shipping charges and the additional charge if you want your items back. It took them forever to process and honestly wasn't worth my time. Could have sold it for more on ebay. It isn't convenient since they take forever and provide you little updates. Take the time and sell it on ebay and know that you will get way more than here.
I sent in almost 120 on trend New York designer outfits from trendy to more traditional, in near perfect condition. They accepted almost nothing, The amount they gave me for what they accepted didn't even cover the cost of sending in the bag that they charged me for. What they accept they take 80% of, yes... they take 80%! On top of that I'm trying to clean out my closet and the only thing they give you is a credit in their store. Why would I want to buy more clothes? I wish I had chosen my own charity to donate the clothes to because I have no confidence at all if they even tell the truth.
Sent in close to 30 items... most were high end designer with little to no wear. Took 2 MONTHS for Thredup to process my bag after they received it and they paid me $36?! Are you kidding?! And what happened to the items they didn't accept? They were "donated"... probably to staff. What a complete scam do not send your items here!
I ordered two dresses, one shirt and a pair of pants and only one was the right sizes and that was the pants size 22. The other three should have been 5x, 5x, 4x but I received xs, xs, 3x so I reported the problem so I'm sending the three items back but I will have to pay to send the other three items back. But I'm going to have to pay for the Seller's $#*! UP. But on the order sheet has the sizes that I ordered a size 5x, 5x, 4x. So if you use thredup try to get entouch with the Seller's so you don't have to pay for the Seller's $#*! UP...
$1.10 payout... never again. I could have donated the entire bag and felt better about it. Sent current items too. A few actually had tags still on them. Items that they 'suggest' are items that they could sell.
Like many others who are posting, I sent a bag of clothes two months ago and still nothing. Their customer service replied today that they are having "processing difficulties" and they don't expect to get to my bag until Aug 23. And once they do, I don't expect a good outcome. Lesson learned
My first (and last) clean out with thredUp ever! Sent around 15 pieces of clothes, mostly Zara and all clothes never worn. They accepted 3 items, other recycled and got $3.95! Only a Zara skirt I payed $120 and it's never worn because of pregnancy (reason I sold my clothes is to buy new pregnancy stuff).
Anyway, don't do it, I am crying now for my clothes. I wish I gave them to charity. Also I am never ever buying anything on threadUP again!
I started shopping with Thredup over a year ago and have had so many bad experiences that I'm done. On 5 separate occasions now, I've ordered things that were described "like new" with no damage, but then they show up with very obvious stains, or large holes in them where the seam has come apart, or the matching belt that's supposed to come with the item (and was pictured with it on the site) is missing. Each time, I contacted customer service and nothing was resolved. They are very rude and not helpful in the slightest.
I also sent a bag of clothes to them, and like many other people have mentioned, they only paid a tiny fraction of what they ended up selling my clothes for. I sent in high-end items, many of which still had tags on, and the bag was packed completely full. They sent me about $18. I could have easily made over $100 by going to the local consignment shop. Seriously, don't waste your time or your money. They're a total joke.
I ordered my clean out kit and I paid extra for them to send back my items that didnt make the cut. (Which they did send a few things back, though I'm unclear what was wrong with them?) Anyhow, I was pretty excited, thinking I would at least make some decent $$ for my clothing and shoes! WRONG! (I sent in all name brand, trendy, boutique quality clothing & shoes, some of which were brand new or barely worn. No walmart or Pennys stuff!)
Let's just say I was pissed when I only recieved a credit for around $37!(one pair of handmade, name brand sandals were sold for over $100 on the site not sure how much$ I was given for them?)
I will never again, sell anything to them... I'd make more at a yard sale!
I did purchase a sweet pair of Frye boots and was given my 40% 1st time order discount. That was my only posetive with Thred Up.
Not pleased at all.
I GIVE THEM LESS THAN 1 STAR
.. Have tried to get on this site twice today. It keeps saying i have an incorrect e-mail, and password. Never been on here before. EULINE J.
Answer: Don't bother. I got 80 cents for a whole bag of good condition name brand clothes.
Answer: I've actually emailed their customer service to show them how many negative reviews there were on this site and they did not care at all. They just quoted their policies. I'm sure they will go bankrupt soon enough...
Answer: 1% but they trash the expensive stuff (or am not sure what they do with it) and sell the cheap stuff. So i sent 2 bags with over 20 items, and got total 25$. I had antik batik dress, anthropologie clothes, jcrew, christian lacroix, etc. and they trashed the expensive (new condition) brand and listed cheap things. I will not send them stuff again, it was very hurtful.
Answer: Because they essentially steal your clothes and then sell them for a profit. You get hardly any payout, but they gladly take all your clothes and sell them for a big mark up.
Answer: Of course buyers are satisfied. They are getting other peoples' brand-name, like-new clothes that has been stolen by ThredUp. Buying from ThredUp just supports their dishonest and shady business practice.
Answer: I almost always sell on eBay first. Then when I don't feel like hanging on to the clothes any more and just want my closet space back and they have been on eBay for months, I will send to thredUP. I don't even send in that high end of items and I will usually get $16 and up per bag. So to me, it's a last resort, but I usually can expect something even if it's a little. I LOVE thredUP for buying. Use their upfront calculator to see what items they take. They will say 50 cents to 1.00 per item so it is not hidden info. There is always the return option where you can get your entire bag back for $12.99 as well. Everyone who has nice stuff they'd want back should opt for this method always.
Answer: They sent me an email and put the money on my thred up account so I can buy something. I was do disgusted I gave up on the whole thing
Answer: Because I sent in 575.00 worth of clothes and recieved 8.00 in credit, half of them had tags still on them and were high priced items. When I asked for proof why they did not take them in they said they had stains on them. I asked for pics because they were brand new, they squirted water on them and took a pic. It takes a couple months to even get your credit and when you buy womens clothes, half the time I was sent stained or childrens sized clothes, TWICE is a much better company.
Answer: Honestly this company is not choosing to accept a lot of product that could easily be listed. I have sent bags and bags, including valuable pieces... cashmere sweaters, high end items of considerable retail cost and relatively recently produced. When questioned I am given the response that the items were not in as good a shape as they wanted them to be. That their buyers should be able to buy perfect product. My take on this is... if it's a 200 dollar cashmere sweater and the purchase price is under 10 dollars, a few pills on the fabric should be a non issue! Period. I question what is going on, frankly, as many do. Too much disappears with no explanation, many bags go into complete reject status. I genuinely am concerned that there is a story here and may become apparent after a while. Only time will tell.
Answer: Not worth it unless you have stuff priced over $40 and can get 40%. There percentages are ridiculous for lower priced clothes. You can order return assurance for about $12 but be prepared to get a bag back with your items stuffed in like garbage. They do not even take the time to fold things nicely even though you pay for this service.
thredUP.com was designed to be an easy and convenient way to buy and sell secondhand clothing.
Hi Mimi,
We keep a detailed log of the items we are unable to accept including the reason for each. Shoot us an email to support@thredup.com. Our team will be happy to go over it with you, and explain more about our very strict standards as well as answer any questions you may have.
-thredUP Community Team