• Rakuten

2022 SITEJABBER AWARD

Rakuten

Write a Review

Overview

Rakuten has a rating of 3.2 stars from 2,122 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Rakuten most frequently mention customer service, shop online, and quick response. Rakuten ranks 4th among Cash Back sites.

  • Service
    185
  • Value
    148
  • Returns
    62
  • Quality
    118

This company does not typically respond to reviews

Positive reviews (last 12 months): 11.8%
Positive
2
Neutral
1
Negative
14
61
See all photos
How would you rate Rakuten?
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!

Top Critical Review

“Dishonest and unreliable”

J W.
5/21/24

They boast a 25% cashback if I buy something from Temu, which I did. I was sure the system activated this cashback just before purchase. However, they never sent me this cashback, despite my multiple attempts to claim it. First they tried to play stupid by simply repeating the info I already submitted a few times, then they didn't even bother to reply in the end. I will let both Temu and other customers know how dishonest and unreliable they are.

Reviews (2,122)

Rating

Timeframe

Other

Reviews that mention popular keywords

customer service (796) customer care (55) shopping trip (51) customer support (36) response time (19) credit card (31) gift card (35)
Thumbnail of user karenp463
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I have been a member of Ebates and now Rakuten for years now. I really enjoy shopping and to get money back for doing that makes me very happy.

Thumbnail of user lauram221
28 reviews
18 helpful votes
  • Send Message
December 15th, 2021

I have been using this since before it was Rakuten. I have never experienced any problems. I also have the credit card so my cash back is even more!

Tip for consumers:
Easy to use and so many sites and stores to shop at!

Products used:
I go here before any online shopping.

Service
Value
Thumbnail of user rh1204
1 review
1 helpful vote
  • Send Message
July 21st, 2017

VERY PLEASED! Have been very happy with my use of Ebates. Offer great deals! Had a question and got immediate help with the answer.

Thumbnail of user altan
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I have had no problems - it is smooth sailing and why not - you shop and get paid to do that - what is better than that!

Thumbnail of user courtneyd20
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
February 10th, 2016
Verified purchase

Love Ebates! Had a little confusion when I first started and they went above and beyond to help me. I will definitely keep using Ebates.

Thumbnail of user debj174
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
April 9th, 2021

It is very easy to use. I highly recommend it and have never had any problems. One click of a button is all it takes.

Products used:
I used the app for cash rebates.

Service
Value
Shipping
Returns
Quality
Thumbnail of user marthas280
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

Easy to use the site to earn cash from online purchases. I would be foolish to not do this when purchasing goods and services online.

Thumbnail of user delg2
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
April 24th, 2019
Verified purchase

I spent over $2000 on Amazon and only got a Rakuten check for $1.20. I guess the stuff I bought was not covered by Rakuten.

Thumbnail of user ericad64
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
February 26th, 2019
Verified purchase

Cash back just for shopping online? What's not to love? The site is so easy to use and their customer service is second to none.

Thumbnail of user cheryld162
Michelle U. – Rakuten Rep

We couldn't agree more, Erica! Our team works hard to give our members the best experience possible, so we're thrilled to hear this. Enjoy your Cash Back :)

Thumbnail of user jenyeh
1 review
3 helpful votes
  • Send Message
December 18th, 2018

I had an issue with cash back and Mark came to the rescue! He handled my issue promptly and with courtesy! Thank you so much!

Thumbnail of user billr103
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
October 21st, 2017

Love how easy it is to use. Any time I've had an issue or question, they are very quick to respond or resolve the issue.

Thumbnail of user teresat55
1 review
3 helpful votes
  • Send Message
September 22nd, 2017

Tricia M. From Ebates is fabulous. She was quick is her responses and efficient with resolving my issues. Thank you so much Tricia, you Rock!

Thumbnail of user cherylm37
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
March 23rd, 2015
Verified purchase

Kathleen from Ebates was able to help me get a lost payment due to my inexperience. She was terrific thru the whole process. Thanks Kathleen!

Thumbnail of user susanb1040
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
August 4th, 2019
Verified purchase

It is easy to bring up and use. I have not made a lot but helps with shipping or taxes. It is fun to shop at the stores or use for hotels

Thumbnail of user garyh136
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
August 30th, 2016

Wow - This service is amazing - totally not a scam, I received over $200 in Cash Back this quarter and the Customer Service was amazing the one time I had to contact them.

Thumbnail of user anitaw75
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
June 10th, 2019
Verified purchase

I make money everytime i shop - very easy to navigate and love the app best place to start your shopping

Thumbnail of user st10879
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
November 18th, 2015
Verified purchase

The process seems to be crediting "ebates" more quickly, and communicating with the customer so they know they have posted.

Thumbnail of user rener54
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I have saved about $1200. What could be better? I have loved this site since inception. Thanks for all rebates!

Thumbnail of user joys30
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
August 19th, 2015
Verified purchase

I had an issue with my gift card and Chris the customer service rep solved this issue quickly and promptly.

Thumbnail of user jeanh17
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2017

You can't beat getting rebates for things you buy anyway. Great way to save money and so easy to use.

Thumbnail of user kelleyl4
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
  • Send Message
June 11th, 2014
Verified purchase

I purchased a new computer and needed assistance setting up my ebates shortcuts on it-The CS I received was SO EASY and I was thrilled with the results

Thumbnail of user geoffreym21
1 review
5 helpful votes
  • Send Message
December 23rd, 2015

Have had the card (actually 2 cards for me and my wife), and every month for the last 5 months ebates has screwed up the EFT payments I made to the card from my bank. All the other cards and transactions paid through the same bank post fine and on time, but NOT with ebates.

For example, I sent a payment electronically on 12/3/15, and it didn't post until 12/18/15... ebates canceled my account, and re-instated it, for late payments.

This same thing has happened EVERY month since I got the card. Cancelling a credit card and getting a new one causes the dredit agencies to lower the creit score because of the extra activity. My rating has dropped by 50 points since June.

It's great fun to have my credit card denied at the store... it's 100% due to ebates simple processing payments electronically in a way that takes an exorberent amout of time. Also, the card was denied because the 2 cards have 2 different exoiration dates, although they're one account.

I'm done using their credit card for good. Their customer service platitudes don't resolve any problems.

Thumbnail of user erinb179
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
June 6th, 2019
Verified purchase

I use the app or the site every time I make a purchase. Whether or not there's cash back, it's a great place to find coupon codes too.

Thumbnail of user lorrainea43
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I get a percentage of all my purchases back and I add to it with my credit card from Rakuten. It adds up to spending money every month.

Thumbnail of user margareth269
1 review
0 helpful votes
  • Send Message
August 4th, 2019
Verified purchase

I have been a member of (Ebates) Rakuten for a long time. I am pleased with the site and the savings. Many stores I frequently use are members.

Sitejabber for Business

Gain trust and grow your business with customer reviews.

From the business

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.

Company Representative

Thumbnail of user ebatess
Ebates S.
Typically does not respond to reviews

How do I know I can trust these reviews about Rakuten?

  • Sitejabber’s mission is to increase online transparency for buyers and businesses
  • Sitejabber has helped over 200M buyers make better purchasing decisions online
  • Suspicious reviews are flagged by our algorithms, moderators, and community members
Have a question about Rakuten?