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Collections Etc.

Overview

Collections Etc. has a rating of 4.52 stars from 634,626 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Collections Etc. most frequently mention free shipping, processing fee, and customer service. Collections Etc. ranks 1st among Outdoor Equipment sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 81.7%
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Positive highlights

  • I am satisfied with the shopping experience and will most likely buy from Collections again.
  • Web site makes shopping easy and good views and descriptions of all products.

Critical highlights

  • I also think having to pay a processing fee is ridiculous.
  • I called about a defective item & customer service did not process as I wanted.
How would you rate Collections Etc.?
Top Positive Review

“Very satisfied”

Susan P.
2/9/24

I was pleased the way everything went from ordering to delivery. I liked the guitar t-shirt and guitar socks l ordered for a gift. The dog bed and quilted blanket l got was nice. The patio drapes l got l haven't opened yet but I'm sure they'll be okay because this is the second time I ordered them. The drapes launder very nicely. They hang very well and look more expensive than they are. It was helpful to get all these items at a discount, thank you Collection's!

Top Critical Review

“Item damaged in shipping”

Barbara M.
2/24/24

I ordered a blue hat which arrived as agreed however when it was received it was in a C plastic bad that had been torn placed in another bag. It was crushed beyond the ability to wear it. I was advised that if they paid for returning it that The cost of shipping would be deducted from my refund. They messed in with the method of shipping and want me to pay for returning it! I will never ever order from them again!

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Thumbnail of user martino108
1 review
11 helpful votes
December 28th, 2020
Verified purchase

I ordered toilet safety rails for my wife who had a serious accident and paid extra for expedited 3-5 day delivery. She needs this for her independence. They shipped the wrong product by standard delivery; it took 3 weeks to arrive. I live less than 100 miles from their location. They refuse to ship the correct product until I return the wrong item. Using standard delivery in both directions it will be another month before my wife receives the safety rails. They are charging me $7.99 for the return. I will never use Collections again.

Tip for consumers:
I will not use this site again!

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Waiting for correct product.

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Thumbnail of user gayler172
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 16th, 2024
Verified purchase

I ordered the Cardinal hand towels and Christmas paper plate set. Both came promptly and well packaged. Love the hand towels hanging from my kitchen drawers. I don't have a dishwasher, (gasp!), so I use paper whenever I can. This plate set isn't heavy duty, but I have plastic plate holders so that isn't a problem. It's very pretty though and comes with both size plates, napkins, and cups.

Thumbnail of user kathleenl1633
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have been looking for a special solar daisy and butterfly light for my nieces grave. I did order one from someone else but they cancelled the order saying they didn't have it anymore. I remembered I usually find the nicest things for family graves here. I looked around the site, found the perfect bouquet set and it is even more beautiful in person. Next time I will look on Collections Etc. first!

Thumbnail of user magdam24
1 review
6 helpful votes
March 19th, 2021

They would not cancel an order I made or send it to another address. I tried to cancel 2 days before the item shipped but they said because it was "processed" they couldn't cancel it. BS. And to think I paid a "processing fee, yeh, to get screwed by them, twice. They said they would cancel the backordered item in the order, but they didn't do that either. From the past I know they also have a shady return policy, you get screwed yet again. Steer clear of them and their sister companies.

Tip for consumers:
Stay far away, cheap products that are overpriced. Dishonest customer service

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Thumbnail of user kimberlyh1793
1 review
2 helpful votes
September 8th, 2022
Verified purchase

Collections Etc. is one of my favorite sites for seasonal home decor and interesting items that you can't easily find elsewhere for home or personal use. The company says your order will be received within 7-10 days of being placed, and it usually is, if what you've ordered is in stock. They are good about sending you email updates for items you've purchased that are on backorder. In my experience, their customer service is readily helpful and responsive to questions concerning ordering, receipt of damaged items, replacements, and refunds.

Tip for consumers:
READ the product description and the reviews. Many times I've gotten excited about an item before completely reading its description. Thankfully, in reading the reviews, someone will have commented on the size. Photos are often closeups, so, for instance, an item that appears to be 5" x 7" may actually be 1.5" x 3". If you want cotton towels, bed linens, shirts, etc., READ the description of the item's content, which may or may not be cotton.

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Collections Etc. has various offers that reduce shipping costs. The last time I returned something it was for a replacement item, not a refund. It's been years since I returned something for a refund, and I don't remember the details. I've generally been very satisfied with the quality of the products I've purchased. To limit my disappointment in quality, size, functionality, etc., I read the product description and the reviews and I compare prices (and read any reviews) of the exact or similar item with other sellers before purchasing. Sometimes, the price of an item I'm especially interested in is higher than I can or want to pay. It's risky, but if you can, wait. The price will likely decrease. Of course, when it does, the size/color you need/want may not be available. That's the risk.

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Thumbnail of user veraht
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 7th, 2023
Verified purchase

EVERY time I've ordered from you, I am NEVER able to check the status of my order or track it! NEVER! I put my order #, my last name, my zip, whatever! It goes right back to a blank page! I called and got nowhere! So, since you refuse to fix your system, I refuse to purchase from you ever again! There is NO EXCUSE for this! I can't get the status, I can't get a tracking number -- NOTHING! So at this point -- GOODBYE! YOUR LOSS!

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Griselda B.
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 13th, 2020
Verified purchase

I tried several times to register and have an account with you. It kept on rejecting me saying my email was in your account or something similar to that.

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Sybil B.
1 review
7 helpful votes
June 5th, 2020
Verified purchase

I received the extra-thick foam cushion, but still haven't received the tablecloths - neither one. Their shipping is horrible - it takes a long time and they don't tell you it's back ordered until you've given up on it. Their website should tell you they're out or if they can't ship it right away, they could at least tell you. I'm expecting a shipment now and heaven only knows when it'll arrive and how much will be missing. I get the same response from my friends who have stopped ordering from them.

Thumbnail of user sorayan5
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 8th, 2022

Hi, I just have a feed back about the customer service that was prompt to resolve my double order but didn't let me talk about my opinion too much in the end. The person thanked me and stuff but I don't know if you guys have a certain amount of time you can spend with each customer but I felt the person really wanted to go soon and I felt uncomfortable with that. I have experience in customer service and that should had ended as expected. Maybe that person was a new employee, so just this feed back as your request. Thanks.

Thumbnail of user marilyns1118
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 24th, 2024
Verified purchase

The bed ruffles were perfect. I ordered them in 3 different colors. I like them because they are elastic and I do not have to move the mattress to put them on the bed. They just fit around the frame. I also ordered Ruby Space Triangles to organize my closet. Everything was delivered in a timely manner and the sale price was great. The ordering process was fast and easy.

Thumbnail of user carlav120
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 23rd, 2023
Verified purchase

I received an item in my order that was of poor quality. I don't believe the item should have passed inspection nor sent to me this way. I called to voice my dissatisfaction. I was told I could send it back at my expense for a full refund or get a credit for half the cost. I don't believe I should pay anything for a poor product. I received a return label but am not returning it.

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Mary J.
1 review
1 helpful vote
June 3rd, 2020
Verified purchase

I was not happy with the statue I received, seemed smaller than pictured and it does not light up, but since I paid $16.99 & would have to pay $7.99 to send it back, & I would also have to take it somewhere to drop off during a quarantine, I felt the refunded amount was not worth it. The dress & capris were nice, thought about ordering another Capri, but didn't need anything else & shipping too expensive...so I'll stick with Amazon, more convenient right now.

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Sandra L.
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 23rd, 2020
Verified purchase

I love Collections Etc. however to many items I wanted were sold out.
Hope you get them back in. Need more items of black and chocolate Labrador statues (figurines). I also want to join the club again but never got renewal notice or email at all...
Have a blessed new year! Sandra

Thumbnail of user stephanies2790
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 3rd, 2022

These are really nice looking and good quality for the price. I only wish they lit up a little brighter but overall would recommend them to anyone for fall decor.

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Fall decor

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Thumbnail of user debbiec1395
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 26th, 2024
Verified purchase

I am very happy with everything I ordered from Collections Etc,! I was very shocked and pleased with the speed in which my order was shipped to me! I have hesitated ordering from this site because it seemed to take so long to get my items, but that wasn't the case this time. I will definitely order more frequently now that the shipping time has improved. I am very happy with the quality of the rugs that I ordered and the Easter runner is beautiful!

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Anita F.
1 review
2 helpful votes
February 5th, 2020
Verified purchase

Great.. except would be nice if we can use more than 1 promo code.

**Please offer battery operated items with a Timer....even if you have to raise prices $2 or less. Timers are very efficient... especially for Customers like me who has, literally, dozens and dozens of Decorations. It really is time consuming, inefficient, and frustrating to have to turn on every battery operated Decoration that I own. Please! I promise that you will not regret it.

Thumbnail of user susany925
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 9th, 2023
Verified purchase

I didn't give Collections Etc. a 5-star rating because there was one item (a Christmas ornament) that was not sent with the rest of the order, and there weren't updates on it. Meanwhile, someone started using my Visa number, and I had to get a new card. I didn't know what was going on with the Christmas tree ornament--whether it was cancelled because my Visa closed. It took a long time for item to get here.

Thumbnail of user shirleyc1383
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 30th, 2023
Verified purchase

Collections Etc is easy to use and they have many great products. I love these brushes so I got a set for each of my granddaughters.

Thumbnail of user wandab606
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 7th, 2023
Verified purchase

Christmas curtains, valances and swags. Good quality at a decent price. Looked just like they were pictured. Delivered in a timely manner.

Thumbnail of user janen303
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 4th, 2023
Verified purchase

Easy ordering process and very prompt delivery. I really enjoy my copper magnetic bracelet and can already notice a difference after wearing it for a day. I don't have pain from my arthritis! Highly recommend.

Thumbnail of user katej126
1 review
5 helpful votes
December 21st, 2020

I ordered numerous items online from Collections Etc back in November 2020. I finally received an email after 3+ weeks letting me know 1 of the items would be delayed, but after checking online, absolutely nothing has shipped! Then I get an email asking to confirm the arrival of my order, that I don't have!?! So I call and it's going to be another 7-10 days so maybe I'll have next year in January after 5-6 weeks... yep, just in time for Christmas, Next Year! So if you order, which I'm not highly recommending, keep it small and break it up into multiple orders so it doesn't get held up like mine did!

Thumbnail of user mimiw50
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
September 22nd, 2022
Verified purchase

I'm such a fan! I've ordered things for my kitchen and bath, home decor, clothes, slippers, gifts, and more. They are high-quality, which is important. They ship fast and take good care of their customers. I'll be ordering again, guaranteed.

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Pillow shams, chair covers, bed jacket, oven guards. I'm saving the shoes for a Christmas gift.

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Thumbnail of user johnm13797
1 review
0 helpful votes
January 25th, 2024
Verified purchase

Two of the 4 products I bought did not work.
The bacon cooker says to use 3 minutes. I used up to 5 minutes and the bacon was still far from being cooked. I used a 1100 watt microwave.
The Rotating Refrigerator Organizer does not work. The design is good but the material used prevents it from functioning. If it had ball bearings instead of the plastic balls, it would probably work great.
Please email a return label. Your on-line system has been down for days. Thank you.
Order # *******

Thumbnail of user claudiaf273
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

The items arrived very early by the delivery schedule and I was delighted. Everything looks great. Thank u

Thumbnail of user opheliakp
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 20th, 2023
Verified purchase

Everything I ordered came and I am completely satisfied with it all. Thanks so much for making available such good merchandise.

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