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Rakuten has a rating of 2.7 stars from 2,124 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Rakuten most frequently mention credit card, referral bonus, and family member problems. Rakuten ranks 5th among Cash Back sites.

  • Service
    187
  • Value
    151
  • Returns
    64
  • Quality
    121

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 18.2%
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Top Positive Review

“Amazing Rakuten! Thanks so much Susan!”

Tetiana K.
5/7/24

Rakuten team are the best service I've come across in the US. We are refugees from Ukraine and we are very grateful to Rakuten for such joy as excellent service, impeccable work, patience, respect for the client and professionalism. I will be happy to buy everything only through the Rakuten service. This is a great savings and a great pleasure to know them! Thank you Susan!

Date of experience: 5/6/24
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Top Critical Review

“Thieves”

Cory C.
12/11/24

They never pay what you actually earned. I have yet to have a single transaction pay what was advertised. Even after purchases have been verified they just delete the payout for no reason. 100% scam!

Date of experience: 12/1/24
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Thumbnail of user joanng2
Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote
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December 12th, 2014
Verified purchase

I am totally sold on Ebates not being an on line shopper I was a litte leary about trying this but a friend recommended it so I did. I am totally sold on this site, I had issues they responded back to me very quickly. All in all a great way to shop..

Date of experience: December 12, 2014

Thumbnail of user johnp2057
New York
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
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December 3rd, 2019

I have just received the best cutomer service I have ever received! I had an issue so I sent a message on Sunday morning figuring I would get a jump on the monday rush. Well... I received a response, on a Sunday, just a few hours after my message. Problem solved and all communications completed by Monday afternoon. This morning I received a follow-up email and a thank you for being such a loyal customer.
Who does this anymore? Rakuten... that's who.
Oh... got $100 cash back on my new cell phone by the way. NICE!
Thank you Rakuten!

Date of experience: December 3, 2019

Thumbnail of user paigev5
Texas
1 review
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June 29th, 2017

The Customer Services goes above and beyond, every time, to ensure the Customer/Consumer is happy. For example, I had issues with my Chrome Extension button that led to two missed Cash Back opportunities. In one day I had three inquiries: two about the missed cash back, one about the extension. Within 12 hours, all there were issues were resolved. Thank you to Charles N, Tabitha T, and Mark D for your great Customer Service!

Tip for consumers:
Add the extension! It is the BEST way to make sure you always get credit for your shopping trips!

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Date of experience: June 29, 2017

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New Jersey
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February 25th, 2015
Verified purchase

I was having trouble activating Ebates for a vacation i was purchasing through Expedia. I emailed Ebates and got an almost immediate response and request for information about my purchase. Once sent, my issue was resolved within 24 hours and i was able to receive the ebate for my Expedia purchase.
Thank you for the quick and courteous response and resolution to my issue. You definitely gave five-star service!

Date of experience: February 25, 2015

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Canada
11 reviews
22 helpful votes
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February 20th, 2018

I used to love ebates and used it all the time. The stores I shopped with frequently were no longer on Ebates and then others decreased their cash back or put other restrictions in place which was making it a lot harder to earn cash back. I also find shopping through their app SUPER glitchy, there are a few stores where I just cant checkout but if I log in through the ebates website it works. Weird. For me, due to some stores dropping off of ebates and others decreasing their cash back incentive it isnt as wonderful as it used to be.

Date of experience: February 20, 2018

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Georgia
3 reviews
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March 16th, 2015
Verified purchase

I moved. My check was mailed. When I hadn't received my check I contacted ebates. They immediately responded. Customer service at ebates is grade A, superior! Thank you ebates for paying me to shop & going above & beyond.

Date of experience: March 15, 2015

Thumbnail of user kartheeka1
Illinois
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December 17th, 2020

The best site to save while you buy all the things you want. I am glad to have found this site where I can save 15% cashback on most of my purchases on top of the credit card offers I receive. Because of this, I am able to shop as much as I want in a budget.
This thanksgiving I saved $300 on purchases of $1500 that is close to a free iPad.

Date of experience: December 17, 2020

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California
2 reviews
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June 18th, 2016
Verified purchase

Thank you Krystal for explaining everything and showing me and helping me understand and clearing up all the confusions in my ebates card and ebates visa card. Thank you for your efficiency and clarity and wonderful attitude. It just makes me love ebates a huge bunch more!

Date of experience: June 17, 2016

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Florida
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February 3rd, 2015
Verified purchase

This is the second time (out of many positive Ebates experiences) I've had to contact Ebates because of a merchant that inadvertently didn't issue a rebate. Ebates customer service has once again responded to my inquiry with fast and efficient service and resolved my problem in a VERY timely manner with very little effort on my part.

Date of experience: February 3, 2015

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New Jersey
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October 25th, 2016
Verified purchase

Through Ebates I shopped a retailer and filler my cart withgoodies. I forgot about it and a day later completed the purchase after en email from the retailer- my account wasn't credited with the sale bough I'd originally gone through ebates. A quick correspondence with the service team and they were able to credit the account. So easy! Thank you!

Date of experience: October 23, 2016

Thumbnail of user melissaj139
New York
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October 26th, 2018

I love this app best thing I have ever downloaded to help me save even more while simply doing my chores such as shopping, I call it a chore I hate shopping but Ebates always makes it better when I am getting money back for something I hate doing. Thank you Ebates!

Date of experience: October 26, 2018

Thumbnail of user karenm1139
California
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July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I am on a fixed income, and that does not go far these days. Any time that I can save some money, it is a great experience for me. Ratkuten is that rewarding experience as it is always there for me. I do not have to do anything spectacular for it to work for me, and yet, it is still there working for me. I love getting messages telling me that I have saved again, and it all adds up fast.

Date of experience: July 31, 2019

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California
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June 1st, 2015
Verified purchase

I've had an issue with my order made through Macy's. Macy's made an error with my order and then also refused to honor the Ebates percentage back. I reached out to Ebates regarding this matter since I had all proof (confirmation/cancellation emails). Macy's continued to refuse to honor the Ebates percentage back, but Ebates' representatives honored it for me instead. I've been using Ebates for several years and have been recommending their services to friends and families. My most recent experience with Ebates was excellent and I will continue using services with them.

Date of experience: May 31, 2015

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California
1 review
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April 23rd, 2019
Verified purchase

The microphone button was not working from the start. So the seller sent a replacement. After 2 weeks, the microphone itself stopped working. Wouldn't mind buying from this buyer but definitely not buying this product from them again.

Date of experience: April 23, 2019

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Washington
1 review
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March 22nd, 2015
Verified purchase

I had an issue with my purchase. I filled out a form and Ebates got back to me immediately to help me rectify the situation. Even though at first it didn't turn out the way I wanted, they continued to work with me and eventually solved the issue to my satisfaction. They didn't have to do what they did, they went above and beyond. THANK YOU EBATES!

Date of experience: March 22, 2015

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Virginia
3 reviews
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November 12th, 2019

I love, love, love using this service. The last big fat check I got was actually boosted because I chose to receive it on an Egift card. This was the first time this was offered and I thought it was wonderful.

Date of experience: November 11, 2019

Thumbnail of user amandah140
California
3 reviews
11 helpful votes
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May 24th, 2017

I love this site so much! All you do is go the ebates website or app and click on the department store or boutique you want to shop from and your redirected to that site to shop. Ebates logs your visit from them and depending on how much the percentage is store gives back, you get that money credited to your account and receive an actual check delivered quarterly. I usually get about $20-$30 back but I did refer a friend and got a $25 credit this check so I received a $65 check. It's not a huge amount of money, but why not get money back for shopping you're already spending your money on? They have over 2,000 stores that participate in the program and have started giving cash back for in store purchases. I haven't used this feature yet because I don't like storing my debit card on a bunch of sites. But I may end up trying it eventually. You can get a $10 bonus when signing up through an invite. So here's mine https://go.ebat.es/imsk/7RHG8UJuWC. Happy shopping.

Date of experience: May 24, 2017

Thumbnail of user alexr198
Massachusetts
1 review
11 helpful votes
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April 2nd, 2018

Good luck getting your cash back on expensive items I bought( 3) $50 dollar gold bullions before I bought them I went to the Ebates page and it said up to 2% cash back on Collectibles Sales & Events expires 3/31/2018 I bought the items on 3/30/2018, I clicked on shop now and was sent directly to the eBays page I clicked on collectibles and sales and bought the 3 items but I never received the 2% cash back of $82.56. I sent them an email and explained my situation and their reply was they don't pay on paper money and coins that I was confused it is very clear that gold bullions are uncirculated collectibles. Mr. Ted L. One of the supervisors sent me an email stating I was confused and offered to give me a $10 credit on my next purchase. They are dishonest scammers

Date of experience: April 2, 2018

Thumbnail of user tonil132
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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July 14th, 2020

It was so good and soooo easy to signup, pick the company I want to purchase from, click the button, continue shopping to finally receive my cashback reward.
When I had questions Rhiannon helped me out, responded super quick and answered all my questions!

I highly recommend Rakuten to anybody who wants to deal with a professional and friendly company!

Date of experience: July 14, 2020

Thumbnail of user davidc605
Georgia
2 reviews
15 helpful votes
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October 9th, 2017

I have used many of the cashback sites before and ebates is the best one I have used. Their cash back % is not always the best but their customer service has been the best. I recommended them and the brower toolbar.

Thanks

Date of experience: October 9, 2017

Thumbnail of user vivianl72
California
1 review
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February 24th, 2019
Verified purchase

Rakuten (formerly known as Ebates) is the best solution for getting cash back on stuff you're already going to buy online. I use the browser extension so saving money and earning cash back is a no brainer and really easy. When I'm on a website, like Macys.com, the Rakuten browser extension will alert me when there is cash back available. And when I'm checking out, Rakuten will find me coupons to save even more. I've even discovered new stores because of it like Moosejaw and SteepAndCheap. In the past couple of years, I've already earned over $500 cash back. Cha-Ching!

Date of experience: February 23, 2019

Thumbnail of user adrianar9
Illinois
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December 3rd, 2015
Verified purchase

I have been using ebates for some time and honestly, when I shop online, I tend to forget to go through ebates, but lately I have been using them ALOT! I had a couple problems with stores not sending my info to them, but ebates fixed it and fast! They also gave me suggestions as to why they weren't showing and one of them fixed my problem. (ad block) They were so fast and courteous! Especially now during the Holiday shopping season!

Date of experience: December 3, 2015

Thumbnail of user kj153
California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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July 12th, 2015

I ordered what was clearly indicated as "Brand New" headphones. What I got was used headphones along with the previous owner's earwax still in the headphones. Ewww!
I ordered from them because they were a "trusted Google site." Stay away from these guys!

I contacted both the Rakuten and the seller. No response.

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Date of experience: July 12, 2015

Thumbnail of user shirleyv9
New York
1 review
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September 19th, 2015
Verified purchase

After closing an email account I needed to have my email address updated -- I sent a nice to customer care, they responded that evening and my email address updated early the next day -- best response I've see from an online vendor!

Date of experience: September 19, 2015

Thumbnail of user trishb18
Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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June 11th, 2017

I only had one issue about receiving cash back and when I called on a Sunday morning, a live person answered. My issue was resolved within minutes in my favor and this was not a small amount that was in question. I do all my shopping through Ebates. I only wish every company were run this way! A PLUS ALL AROUND!

Date of experience: June 11, 2017

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Rakuten is the new Ebates! Rakuten is the premier Cash Back shopping site that pays you. Join today and start earning Cash Back at your favorite stores. How does it work? We pay members Cash Back when they shop at over 2,500 stores, plus find them the best deals and coupons. With over 12 million members and $1 billion in Cash Back paid out, Rakuten is the easiest and most rewarding way to shop. Become a member today and start shopping smarter. Follow us for the latest sales, member-exclusive offers and more.

Business History

Ebates is the pioneer and leader of online Cash Back Shopping. The company was founded in 1998 by two Deputy District Attorneys in Silicon Valley who used to prosecute online fraud & identity theft before starting Ebates (so you can be sure we are very into secure online transactions!). So go ahead, sign up and start shopping now. Joining Ebates is always free - you'll never pay us anything. And four times a year or more, we'll mail you a Big Fat Check, or transfer the money to your PayPal account if you'd prefer. We can even send the money to your favorite charity. All 100% free.

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