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JC Penney has a rating of 2.1 stars from 521 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about JC Penney most frequently mention customer service, credit card, and order online problems. JC Penney ranks 91st among Department Store sites.

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  • Value
    79
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    75
  • Returns
    70
  • Quality
    71
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Top Positive Review

“JCP rocks it!”

L D.
2/6/24

Overall, JCP is the best shopping site anyone can visit. They have quality items and a great value. I have been shopping at their brick and mortor stores for a long time, now my online experience is wonderful. Nothing makes me more happy than to browse their website (my go to place for fashion, beauty, home and gifts). Everything I need is just a click away. There is no question, if I order something from JCP it will be a quality item. I have never been disappointed. My favorite brands women's clothing LIz Claiborn and A.N.A. I have only had to return someting once, it was simple as it could be. Customer service talk to people in a respectful manner and are willing to help explain returns etc. JCP is a no stress place to shop. Thank you JCP and keep up the great job!

Top Critical Review

“Customer Service & Coupons”

Chrissa S.
8/23/24

I will start by saying that I have made many JCPenney purchases. Within the past 3-4 months, my experiences have been spiraling to a fast decline. I online ordered a pair of shoes. I received a box with the correct size, but the shoes inside were of a different size. In order to process a return - I would have to pay $8 to return them by mail, or drive 1.5 hours to return it back to the store. Why should I have to pay for their fault? Most recently, JCPenney had a promotion called the Gold Coupon Giveaway that went on August 1st-4th, 2024. I revealed 50% off coupon code. I ordered 11 items. 10 days after ordering, I check on the status online. 2 of the items says "Cancelled." The other 9 items say "Backordered." I called customer service - as they apparently do not have a chat feature - to inquire why I didn't receive an email/notification of the cancelled items, why I haven't received a refund, how I somehow picked out 11 items that are all basically not available for purchase, and when they anticipate the backordered items would be back in supply. I got put on hold for the CSR to inquire about the refund, he told me, "It looks like they forgot to push the refund through." I asked why I hadn't been notified of the items status update, he told me, "We don't do that." How is it possible that I picked 11 items that are all not available? He said, "We are overwhelmed by the orders that we received during that promotion, and our suppliers is out of 80% of the items ordered." Should I expect to eventually get the 9 items that are on backorder? He said, "Likely they will be cancelled." Great! For those that utilized a coupon, and their entire order gets cancelled - do they get an extension/exception to utilize the coupon? He said, "Nope. We are cancelling orders that had the 50% coupon used." It has been 3 weeks since I ordered - all items have been cancelled now - no refund still to date, no email communication. Be wary. Their marketing and customer service practices are less than couthful. I am picturing law firms putting out an abundancy of commercials for compensation, in the near future - for mal-retail services rendered by JCPenney.

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Thumbnail of user ramonaw3
Oregon
1 review
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July 24th, 2017

I am being treated like a criminal for to many returns. I have had a receipt for every single return I have made, yet I was flagged. It's embarrassing to have a cashier then a manager tell you they can't return clothing that doesn't fit for 180 days. I always charge, which should be proof I am not shop lifting. Last year I spent $3000 on my card at Penney's. I am stuck with clothing that doesn't fit... again I always have a receipt or bag the order comes in.
I purchase for myself, my 3 children and my 3 Grand Children. I'm done with JC, we are building a new home, I'm buying my appliances and blinds elsewhere.

Thumbnail of user jodym34
Ohio
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June 10th, 2017

Tried it twice both times I was unimpressed with my photos. I was rushed and didn't feel appreciated as a customer. I was told if I didn't like my photos I'd have to reschedule and come back. As a customer I feel that was insulting. It took me all day to get me and my kids ready my sister came over to do my hair it took me a week to find outfits. What do you mean come back another day and try again? This was both times. But this time I just about cried because of disappointment. I put so much effort into our outfits only to be rushed out. The lady asked how I wanted to pose rather than show us poses. And usually for one shot atleast 3 photos are taken and then the best picture can be picked. This did not happen. We received a total of 12 pictures of different poses to chose from but no multiple snaps of the same one to make sure everyone smiled no one blinked. Awful

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California
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June 1st, 2017

I ordered items on the 21st of May, it is now the 31st of May, I have called in 3 time to check on them. I was told that someone made up a packing slip, but never shipped them. I was not told we are sorry and will see that they go out right away.
I was told they would credit my account for the items. I did not want credit I wanted the items. If you make a mistake clean it up. This person should be fired. I have had an account with J C Penney since 1967.

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Florida
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August 13th, 2020

My appointment was automatically cancelled. I have no issue with this because of covid. I kept calling as the message said to leave your name and number and they will call you back. 8 months later and i finally get in contact with them. They tell me i have to drive 2.5 hours away to get what i paid for 8 months earlier. I complained in a phone call and they said, because i purchased through groupon they cannot do anything for me. The person on the phone could not give me the managers full name she was dealing with and there was no help. I told them i would be writing a bad review on Yelp and the Better Business Bureau. They did not seem to care. I have no product. As far as I am concerned they stole my money.
I will never use the services of JC Penny again and I won't purchase anything from this antiquated business.

Thumbnail of user shannonc48
Arkansas
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February 9th, 2016

I like shopping here, because they usually have a good selection of clothing, and they are not outrageously priced. I like that there is usually a sale going on for what I am there to purchase, anyway. Their clothing is current with the latest fashions. The few times I have had to return something, it was always easy and the sales people have always been helpful and nice.

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Arkansas
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December 26th, 2016

Got an email on 12/20 & 12/21 saying if u order by 12/21 you will receive your order by Christmas... I ordered 12/20 & still haven't receive it and customer service just made up reason why I haven't received the item and I have to pay to return them, according to the supervisor Ebony out of Milwaukee. I order from stage on the 21st with free shipping and received it before Christmas

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Thumbnail of user inash6
Michigan
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April 10th, 2022
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Worst customer service over 16 minutes wait with out even asking me what i want cancelling my order when i still want it because of a mistake they made and when i asked if i can get my order again they said they will charge me again while not receiving my money first i have to wait 3 to 4 days and at the end they speak rudely and no help not even calming me don very frustrating ive been waiting for this close to a month to be told re order it and maybe i will get it ive shopped at Macy's online amazon and never went threw such a service never going to recommend JC penny and a service goes a long way this was the worst the person who actually placed my order the first time was very helpful and sorted everything out for me thats why getting such a service shocked me

Thumbnail of user js1756
Massachusetts
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June 17th, 2022

The JCPenney in Peabody has a woman there by the name of Roxanne. She is the rudest manager I've ever met. She made me wait for a interview for 30 mins just to tell me she doesn't have time. I was late to the interview but her ignorance made me feel better that I didn't get hired there because there's no way in hell is work for her. Good luck to those who work there she is a total $#*!!

Thumbnail of user phill327
Canada
17 reviews
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March 6th, 2015

Have been shopping at JC Penney for years. I have found that prices are great, and merchandise is of good quality. JC Penny is usually my first stop when I think of clothes. Helpful staff makes shopping a pleasure.

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Wisconsin
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April 7th, 2023
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I had fairly decent luck with JCPenney's website until I had the misfortune of moving. Somehow their website kept insisting on reverting my delivery address to my former residence. I thought it finally corrected itself after several attempts, but still ended up being shipped to this address. I immediately called JCPenney's not customer service line and was assured the mistake would be resolved and the items would be resent to my new address. Well after three weeks of waiting I was told UPS was at fault and not JCPenney's. Today, I was told it was my fault because I entered the wrong address, which I kept changing to the correct address. The "customer care person" called me a liar and I was making it up. So JCPenney's can go pound sand and I hope they struggle because of their arrogance.

Tip for consumers:
JCPenney's does not care about its customers.

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Texas
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November 16th, 2023
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Valley Vista mall in Harlingen, TX
Alyssa was a great help to us in the perfume department. She made sure we had 3 different choices and two of those were spot on! She made the xmas shopping experience a lot less stressful. Thank you Alyssa

Jewlery dept. Harlingen TX
October 7th, 2023
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Store #2140-we were xmas shopping in the store today and TERESA was outstanding! She knows jewelry and was patient with us. She answered all of our questions and let us know about sales now and in the future. We will definitely look forward to shopping with her in the jewelry department in the weeks to come. TERESA made recommendations that helped us decide on more than just one piece of fine jewelry.

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Thumbnail of user carlam50
Arizona
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May 20th, 2017

Waited patiently for my order after three weeks I called they said it was shipped. Waited another week nothing, called 48 minute wait to talk to someone, following day 18 minute wait finally got to talk to a real person can't find anything about my order I wanted to ask her a question and she hung up on me. No wonder their stores are closing. NEVER AGAIN!

Thumbnail of user bettyr22
Arkansas
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September 1st, 2016

But they are not quite as good as they use to be. When I order on line, my order come in with 3 different times and I had to make 3 trips to pick up. I was going to wait until they all got there but they threaten if I didn't pick it up in 3 days they would send it back. That was after the first one came.

Thumbnail of user pamelam216
New York
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May 19th, 2018

Dont ever call their customer service. I had called them about an online order and was disconnected in the middle of the conversation. When I called back I got someone who was extremely rude and refused to put me through to a supervisor and was hung up on again. She clearly didnt want to be doing her job and was the rudest customer service person I ever spoke to. I wont give this store anymore business. Terrible!

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Florida
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May 11th, 2021

Bad customer service, Cannot cancel your order (after 1 month order online for a mattress) they kick the ball to vendor. They don't allow you to cancel your order. Bottom line: do not waste your time, your money with JCPenney business. I think this is why JCPenney close to the bankruptcy. 5/11/2021.

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Bad customer service, Cannot cancel your order (after 1 month order online for a mattress) they kick the ball to vendor. They don't allow you to cancel your order. Bottom line: do not waste your time, your money with JCPenney business. I think this is why JCPenney close to the bankruptcy. 5/11/2021.

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Thumbnail of user donl361
California
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November 19th, 2021

Don't ever try to return a item without your receipt! The credit card you used is useless. Their statement we receive in the mail also useless. In the end they just pick your pock and refund your item at 10 cents on the dollar. I had the manager hep me with this on my last visit to JC Penny. I asked what do they do with Christmas gifts and no receipts? He said they to get a discounted refund.

Tip for consumers:
Stay away from JC Penny.

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Thumbnail of user dp37
New York
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September 17th, 2015

I placed an online order with jcp.com for several dresses and pairs of sandals to take to Hawaii for a family wedding. I paid for expedited shipping, and when the package didn't arrive, I called jcp.com to find out what happened--only to realize that I had forgotten to update my address! The package was shipped to my old address, but even though it was my fault, jcp.com credited me back the money and then reordered the items for me, along with expedited shipping. I got NO hassle and am now expecting my order in two days. Thank you, jcp.com!

Thumbnail of user debyt
Ohio
5 reviews
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June 1st, 2015

I ve been to j. C. penney at least 6 times in the last 6 months. I can never find my size. They have no selection! They really need to revamp thaat whole dept! I always end up having to order online anyway!

Thumbnail of user shirleym32
Idaho
12 reviews
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March 15th, 2015

I love this store. They have great clothes and home decor with good value at a reasonable price. Customer service people and store clerks are helpful and friendly. Great store to shop have been shopping there for years.

Thumbnail of user mr267
Alabama
1 review
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March 11th, 2019

Recently visited the store in Prattville, AL to buy t-shirts for my husband. Unfortunately, the kind he wanted were not on shelves. Sale Associate, Ms. Pamela Minor, checked inventory and found there were none in stock. She then ordered the items for us to be delivered to the store. What a joy it was to meet her. Ms. Minor was kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. JC Penney is fortunate to have Ms. Pamela Minor as an employee.

Thumbnail of user jessicah146
Florida
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March 15th, 2017

I will never understand why everyone rioted when they came out with their fair and square, no coupon pricing. One of their basic tees was "fair and square" priced at $6, but everyone insisted on having it priced at $10.99 and then waiting for it to go on sale for $6, instead of just having it cost $6 every day of the year. Silly, silly shoppers.

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California
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July 25th, 2023

Rudest customer service agent I've ever interacted with. I signed up for an account as there was a rewards promotion going on. I did not receive the e-mail, and neither did a lot of people. When I called to ask about the promotion, the agent replied curtly in an impatient manner. She kept telling me there was no name associated with the account despite me being able to sign in with the reward account and check the name. She also said the promotion was for new members, which was not true as the promotion said previous members could opt into the reward.

I feel like this was a blatant attempt to harvest information. I would not recommend shopping at JCPenny. My mom used to do so, as did I in store, but customer service here is the worst.

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Canada
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August 25th, 2016

We live in Ajax, Ontario Canada and we both have cards with JC Penney. I called today August 25,2016, at 1:45 pm to make a payment on my husband's card. I told the clerk that I made a payment with my CIBC debit card last month on my account and I would like to do the same for my husband. I was told that I cannot. I explained further but she did not attempt to help. She then passed me on to her supervisor. The supervisor was also not knowledgeable about the payment system. Eventually, she saw that I did make the payment and she was able to do the same for my husband. Kindly inform your staff that it is possible to make a payment with a CIBC debit card from Toronto. A little knowledge will help with the customer service. This was my first time receiving such poor customer service from JC Penney. I will continue to shop with your store because most of your customer service reps are pleasant and helpful. Thank you.

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Arkansas
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August 29th, 2023

Returning 4 pair colored jeans a.n.a brand
Associate unable to find on computer (on my acct.) she called manager Angela who basically called me a their unwarranted delay poor communication using negative language spoke in Spanish rude behavior spoke between themselves instead of me customer. Angela could have least apologized error on our part something another employee found jeans finally credit account.
Done with Penny's I was a regular customer no longer!
Andra Michael
Bella Vist, Arkansas

Thumbnail of user jeremiahc12
Philippines
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July 1st, 2015

The salon here is great! Been there a couple of times, My mom always see Mary, and she's hair had never looked better. They listen and do what she need, not what they want to make money on. For me, they are professional and they gave advice what to do.

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