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Shoes has a rating of 1.5 stars from 502 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Shoes most frequently mention customer service, return policy, and credit card problems. Shoes ranks 685th among Shoes sites.

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    63
  • Value
    55
  • Shipping
    56
  • Returns
    49
  • Quality
    41
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Top Positive Review

“Great experience!”

Lori V.
2/10/11

Great experience! Prices comparable to Zappos, and often have additional discounts - have ordered several pairs of shoes from this site, they ship fast, and the few times I've had to return a pair, credit always appears quickly.

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Top Critical Review

“Terrible service”

Vera B.
1/17/22

Returning shoes turned out to be an ordeal, requiring HOURS on hold. It was very frustrating. Now, when I click unsubscribe, I get an error message every time. So I keep getting their ads in my email. I will never use this site again

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Thumbnail of user robertl294
Michigan
31 reviews
79 helpful votes
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May 13th, 2019

Bought a pair of shoes and they did not fit at all, very small sizing, so I had to return them. I decided to buy local with the problems in sizing by manufacturers. Got to shoes.com to return no problem to return subject to an RMA restock fee, have yet to get a refund and its over their 5 business days, not a good company with some poor policies. You can avoid the RMA fee by buying another pair of shoes.

Thumbnail of user kenb475
Florida
1 review
9 helpful votes
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July 2nd, 2020

Extremely limited inventory. Shipping time at least a week after date of purchase. Meanwhile expect a flood of their sales emails several times a day every day no matter how many times you unsubscribe.

Thumbnail of user davidb419
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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February 5th, 2016

I purchased a pair of sneakers since they had a 30% off promotion on their website. My order was cancelled without any notifications. I called and was not given any logical explanation. I was advised that I can order again at a higher price with a lesser discount.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We want to apologize to this customer for there order being canceled. There are many reasons an order might be canceled ranging from inventory issues to technical issues. We would be happy to look into this if the customer would like us to. Please email us your order information at solutions@shoebuy.com.

Thumbnail of user shelbyb37
Tennessee
1 review
1 helpful vote
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February 18th, 2016

I have been waiting 3 days for Shoe Buy to send a simple fax to my bank in order to take 4 charges off pending transactions, $65.00 each! I wanted to place an order for 1 pair buy they said that my address did not match my card, and recommended I call my bank to see why. There was no problem with my address and card not matching; however, they had received 4 charges for this one pair of shoes! When I first asked them to remove them, they said it would remain a hold on my card for 7-10 business days. Then, when they could tell I was highly upset about this, the lady said she took care of it but it wouldn't show up for 2-3 hours! It's now been 3 days! Every time I call they lie and say they're taking care of it, but don't, and they will not respond to my emails. They have the worst customer service ever, and I would not recommend this business to anyone!

Tip for consumers:
Pass it up!

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We are sorry to hear of the experience you have had with us and apologize for the delay in removing the pre-authorizations. We are able to remove them electronically if the request is received soon enough. If they are not removed they automatically fall off within 2-3 business days however your banking institution might require extra time for them to not show on your statement anymore. We would be happy to look further into this for you. Please feel free to send an email to socialsupport@shoebuy.com with your order number? Thank you.

Thumbnail of user charlottes41
Michigan
1 review
10 helpful votes
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November 18th, 2016

I just read that this company has inserted politics into their business by banning our President Elect Donald Trump's daughter's products from their site. I find that unacceptable. I will no longer visit this site when shopping.

Thumbnail of user barrym183
Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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January 14th, 2019

I ordered 2 pairs of shoes because of availability & price. They arrived via UPS in shoeboxes in bags. They did not fit so I got a Return Authorization from the company & followed the instruction in the email they sent me. UPS said both pairs were received by Shoes.com. I called to ask about my credit and they told me that I did not put the shoe boxes in a return box and the shoe box was damaged. I replied that they should have gotten a credit from UPS. They probably did but they also only returned $30.00 of a $170.00 order.

Do not do business with these LIARS & CHEATS. They should be locked up & sent back to where they came from. I did not speak to anyone who speaks or understands English well. So much for tolerance.

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Sent both pairs of shoes back.

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Thumbnail of user donj177
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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August 9th, 2020

Purchased a pair of running shoes, great price, within minutes of making the order I second guessed the size and wanted to go up a half size. Called customer service and was told it was too late order was being processed, it had been literally 10 minutes, told me if they don't fit, I could exchange shoes free if I wanted an even exchange. Ok shoes arrived too small called and was told they could not exchange shoes, they said I had Send shoes back and they would fully refund my money No restocking fee and I would have to do a new order for the larger size. So I made a new order, got a email with return label ups, email stated $6.95 restocking fee would be taken out of my refund. Customer service said I would not be charged since they could not process an exchange. When I questioned there policy service rep had an attitude. I am sure I am getting burned on this one. $37.00 lesson. Never again

Thumbnail of user dennisg36
California
1 review
9 helpful votes
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August 29th, 2015

Shoebuy.com has a new policy on returns. They no longer give full credit back for every returned item. Now there's a $6.95 restocking charge for every item returned. The new policy is not well publicized on their site. It would have made sense, considering the drastic change in policy, for the company to show this along with their proclamation that shipments are free and exchanges are free. I purchased 19 items, wanted to return 7 and shoebuy.com wants to charge me $49 to return those items. If I exchange for 7 items, there's no restock fee. I spent a lot of money and asked for an exception to the restocking fee. They wouldn't budge. I want to let folks know because it will be a shock to the system for anyone used to buying from them.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

Hi Dennis - Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. We can appreciate that you’re disappointed with our policy, but again, should you opt to exchange, we’re happy to help you find new styles or items to try.

Thumbnail of user annl44
Arizona
1 review
3 helpful votes
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January 25th, 2016

I have been a customer for years and one of the reasons is the free shipping and returns. Lo and behold, they now have a "restocking fee" of $6.95 for each item returned. A sneaky way of getting around "free shipping and returns". Sorry, I won't be doing business with them again.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We would like to thank this customer for shopping with us and we appreciate her feedback about the return policy. On July 16th, 2015 our site was updated to show the new policy to make sure customers would know in advance. Our homepage says “free shipping + free exchanges” and the entire policy is listed under the Returns section of our Help page. The new policy went into effect on August 1,2015, and all purchases made on August 1,2015 or after are subject to our new return policy. Our policy enables our customers to choose from any items in our inventory until we find an item they’ll love – more than a million items – whether that’s a different shoe or perhaps a bag or coat. In the event they prefer not to exchange for a new item, there is a restocking fee. We want to assure this customer that our decision to not waive the restocking fees on her orders was made carefully and in accordance with our guidelines. We understand that this customer is disappointed with our policy, and we do sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Should she opt to exchange, we’re happy to help her find new styles or items to try.

Thumbnail of user robertm508
Georgia
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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June 4th, 2017

Stay away from this company. Do not order. Tried to return the wrong size shoes and they act as though they have no idea what the hell is going on. They returned the shoes to me. Not only did they send them back without the box but they took the tags off and claimed I had worn them outside. Now according to their return policy without the original box and tags I cannot return the shoes. LIARS and THIEVES.

Thumbnail of user joej125
Maine
1 review
0 helpful votes
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September 26th, 2017

People you need to read the fine print. 6.95 re-stock fee; most companies charge something, unworn shoes in original box, how hard is it to walk around your house. I placed an order and received exactly what i wanted; in a reasonable amount of time. Very Happy SMH...

Thumbnail of user nataliiao1
Turkey
1 review
5 helpful votes
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May 29th, 2021

Never pay by credit card, only use pay pal. You will have protection if they don't ship the order. After asking pay pal to return the money to me ( 12 days did not send the order), for the first time they (Shoes.com) answered me that they could not send the order and would return the money. Better not order from them never.

Michelle C. (Shoes.Com)

May 28,2021,
I'm sorry, the order could not be fulfilled and had to be canceled. It can take 7 business days to see that refund on your original payment method.

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Thumbnail of user anns110
California
1 review
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September 24th, 2016

I am a long time customer of shoebuy.com because I have always had trouble finding shoes that fit. Prior to August 2015, I could order several pair, keep what felt great and return the rest with free shipping and no fees. I've spent, literally, hundreds of dollars on their site and recommended them to countless numbers of friends and family. Imagine my surprise when I recently ordered five pair, decided to keep two of the more expensive brands and went to online returns only to find I would be charged $6.95 for EACH pair returned for a refund. An exchange would have no charge. Since I hadn't purchased anything in over a year, it was a complete surprise. I talked to customer "service" but they wouldn't budge and kept referring to the company as "they" which I find suspicious. I'm making the returns for a refund, but you can bet it is the LAST time I will purchase from them.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We're very sorry to hear that this customer was disappointed in our return policy. The restocking fee is listed at the top of our returns page and at 2 locations during check out so that our customers will be aware of the fee. Please keep in mind that exchanges can be made for anything on our website and we have over 60,000 unique items and customer's can keep exchanging until they find something they love!

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kula m.
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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November 10th, 2017

The worst customer service that you may experience. I bought the shows around 8AM, then I changed my mind and called them around 9AM to ask for refund. They told me sorry its already in shipping process. The items were shipped 6 days later!!!! They do this because they want to charge $7 for restocking fee. All their representative are rude not friendly at all. I would not recommend anyone to buy anything from shoes.com!

Thumbnail of user danielc51
Kentucky
1 review
4 helpful votes
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September 25th, 2013

This business cheats customers by listing items they no longer have in stock at a lower price. They will then send you wrong items, make you send those wrong items back for a refund that takes forever to process. I wonder how they are even in business with so many complaints with BBB and so many negative reviews? Don't trust them with anything

Thumbnail of user tonil21
New York
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
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June 29th, 2016

I brought what I thought were flats, but ended up with two inch heels. When I tried to return them, I was told that there was a "restocking fee" of $6.95. When I purchased them, the website claims it is so easy to return with free shipping, but you have to dig a few levels down to where they finally tell you that they charge you a "restocking fee" of $6.95. So, free return shipping really is not free. I spoke to customer service and told them that this was a deceptive practice and asked them to waive the fee. Customer service could not care less, they just kept saying they "were not able to" waive the fee, but of course they could have. They also did not address that the product was not a displayed on the website. I will never use this company again!

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We would like to thank this customer for their feedback and we are sorry to hear they did not have a great experience shopping with us. The item the customer purchased states in multiple places the heel height is 2" and the pictures clearly show the shoes are wedges not flats. We offered to exchange the item for anything on our site however the customer declined and decided to return the item. Per our policy which can be found at http://www.shoebuy.com/info/returns all items not exchange will be charged a restocking fee.

Thumbnail of user lacyw7
Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes
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September 8th, 2015

Customer service form Hell. Had to be put on hold 5 times because agent did not know anything and had to get help. After 20mins on phone was told sorry can't return because you are international customer, requiring me to pay my own shipping to get $#*!ty shoes back to them, pay restocking fee and UPS charged me a C. O. D $15.00 for brokerage fee to even receive my shoes. The worst online shopping mistake I have ever was buying from Shoebuy.com. I would have given no stars but the system wouldn't let me submit with with out one star.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

Hi Lacy - We're sorry to hear of the surely frustrating experience you've had and that you were disappointed with your order. Should you opt to return your purchase, you can read the policies and procedures for international returns here: http://www.shoebuy.com/info/international-shipping#return

Thumbnail of user jyotid8
Michigan
1 review
4 helpful votes
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September 18th, 2020

Very disappointed, frustrated & angry. Bought shoes from this company few times. Beginning of September ordered New balance 847V4 walking shoes. Without walking how am I suppose to know how comfortable they are. Wore only four times, it hurts my feet and not comfortable at all. Didn't ask for money back. Was ready to exchange. They can charge restocking fees but no. They accept return only they r unworn! Can't believe how one can feel the comfort of walking shoes without walking? The pair I paid more than $100.00 will never use this site.

Thumbnail of user deboraha31
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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June 18th, 2016

I had to cancel my order because very upset that Shoebuy gave me Norton shopping protection. I would have expected that there would be an opt out option prior to placing order. This practice is deceitful. I cannot order comfortably with Shoebuy.

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Darren I. – Shoes Rep

We are very sorry this customer decided to cancel their order. The Norton protection is integrated into our check out process and offers an additional layer of protection for all our customers. Please understand this protection does send one email explaining the benefits and has an option to opt out of this and any future protections.

Thumbnail of user helenp28
Canada
7 reviews
46 helpful votes
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July 30th, 2019

I have looked at different shoe sites on line looking for Bernie Mev items and this site advertised a really great price for the shoes I was looking for. I ordered the shoes and was dismayed at the $ 30. Shipping fee and the length of time to ship the item. I must say that I am a Canadian purchaser so I realized that exchange would apply but I was shocked at the exchange rate on the shoes and shipping fee and the outrageous duties that were applied to the order, so my $80.00 shoes ended up costing almost $200.00 with the exchange rate and duties. Shame on me for not looking further into this company. I can only hope these shoes fit as they are a birthday gift for a friend who has long admired my Bernie Mev shoes. Reading some of the reviews I am concerned about the return policies. Buyer beware the company is not on the up and up.

Thumbnail of user amyt499
Tennessee
1 review
26 helpful votes
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May 20th, 2020

I bought a pair of running shoes but they rubbed a blister on my heal. Sometimes it does take a bit to break in shoes so I put on thicker socks and kept on but after a month, I was still getting a blister and called to get an exchange and they wouldn't do that since the shoes were not in new condition. There website says they guareentee happiness but that is a farce! Will never buy shoes from this company again and will let everyone know how bad it is!

Thumbnail of user brianw1040
Arizona
1 review
7 helpful votes
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August 10th, 2020

Because of Covid, I looked everywhere on the website about delays. There was nothing noted anywhere, and even my email confirmation said in stock orders will go out in 1 to 3 days. After over a week with no info, I called to check. The person on the phone had to be working from home. I couldn't understand but maybe 5 percent of what he said. He then got irritated when I asked him to repeat since I couldn't understand him. I DO NOT recommend this place.

Thumbnail of user kristj
Florida
1 review
3 helpful votes
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May 30th, 2021

I attempted to order a pair of shoes after going through the process and clicking complete your order I received a message saying unable to complete your order. Thinking something went wrong I tried again and got the same response. I decided to try later in the day and was able to complete the purchase, when I checked my email after this I saw that all 3 orders had gone through. I immediately contacted shoes.com, you can only contact them via email, the next day I got a response saying they couldn't stop the process and I would need to return the extra shoes. Once I received them I emailed again and stated that I didn't feel I should have to pay the $7.50 return fee. Received an email saying I would get a full refund but didn't. I have sent emails requesting the full refund but now they don't respond. There is no way to talk to someone because the phone number has a message that they only respond to email.

Thumbnail of user nickg18
Greece
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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January 6th, 2013

Customer servise and return policy are very poor and almost against the customers, especially the international ones. In my opinion from the moment they take your money they do not care of any problem that may occure... Just try to return something and you will see what i mean!

Thumbnail of user charlottef47
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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September 20th, 2018

I was worried these adorable shoes would be uncomfortable since I have issues with my hammer toes. They are very pretty and I chose them to wear to my granddaughters wedding. To my surprise when I tried them on they were very comfortable right off. I Am so glad I gave them a try. I now have a pretty pair of blue dress heels for the wedding!

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Founded in 1996, Shoes.com is committed to offering customers an unparalleled shoe-shopping experience beginning with a truly outstanding selection of the hottest styles from must-have brands like Converse, dolce vita, Michael Kors, New Balance, Sam Edelman, Vans and hundreds more. Other perks include free shipping and exchanges, 60-day returns and real-time order tracking.

In 2014, Canadian investor Roger Hardy acquired Shoes.com and brought with him more than fifteen years of e-commerce experience and the support of investment fund Hardy Capital Corporation. Shoes.com joins fellow Hardy Capital brands OnlineShoes.com, the first American online shoe retailer, and SHOEme.ca, one of the fastest growing eCommerce companies in Canada.

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Some people have hobbies. We have shoes. At shoes.com, shoes aren't just a part of our name, they are our passion. Here you'll find an incredible selection of fashionable footwear from popular and premium labels. Each season, we are thrilled to offer you cutting-edge fashion from top brands including Steve Madden, UGGS, and the always fashionable Frye Boots.

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