• The RealReal

The RealReal

Overview

The RealReal has a rating of 2.6 stars from 5,288 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about The RealReal most frequently mention customer service, good condition, and final sale problems. The RealReal ranks 4th among Discount Clothing sites.

  • Service
    582
  • Value
    558
  • Shipping
    523
  • Returns
    461
  • Quality
    502

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 9.2%
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What reviewers want you to know

Positive highlights

  • Please offer the consumer some control for a more convenient shopping experience.
  • Lovely quality items, amazing choice, competitive prices

Critical highlights

  • The tone and attitude of the customer service team were dismissive and unprofessional.
  • I had to ask repeatedly for store credit because of the poor experience and they offered $25.
How would you rate The RealReal?
Top Positive Review

“Very good service.”

Dmitry L.
4/14/24

Very good service. Any problems you have had before with this website were quickly resolved by friendly email workers. Definitely the place on the internet where I buy clothes for great prices and excellent customer service.

Top Critical Review

“Do Not sell on this site”

Rick G.
1/8/24

The Real Real took my items. My wife died and I thought it would be good to sell her purses. Many of them we bought overseas on vacations and spent a lot of money. They said they were unable to authenticate so because i complained they sent back the least expensive items keeping the expensive stuff for themselves. Telling me i need a receipt to get them back. They are mine not theirs. Scam Artist! Stay far away from them. They are evil...

Reviews (5,288)

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customer service (1186) store credit (55) shopping experience (79) return policy (79) credit card (60) quality items (47) quality products (24)
Thumbnail of user rickg814
1 review
45 helpful votes
January 8th, 2024

The Real Real took my items. My wife died and I thought it would be good to sell her purses. Many of them we bought overseas on vacations and spent a lot of money. They said they were unable to authenticate so because i complained they sent back the least expensive items keeping the expensive stuff for themselves. Telling me i need a receipt to get them back. They are mine not theirs. Scam Artist! Stay far away from them. They are evil...

Tip for consumers:
Stay away from The Real Real!

Products used:
selling purses

Thumbnail of user laratar86
1 review
8 helpful votes
March 4th, 2024

The worst customer service imaginable. They outsource to India, don't have "managers" you can speak to because apparently they don't take "calls", they don't want to help, and they are LIARS. Also, they don't know what profane language is, as I was told to not use profanities when I told them "this is the worst customer service ever"-never heard that one before lol I suppose that's what happens when you outsource to different countries instead of giving jobs to the millions in America who need work. Company went sooo downhill I'm shocked it hasn't shut down yet.

Thumbnail of user mkoukjia
1 review
9 helpful votes
March 1st, 2024

I sent several items to them and waited few weeks. I could see my items on their website but not in my roster. Called their customer care and they required photos of the items so they can find them. I have been going back and forth with them over this for a while now, and my most expensive items are still missing! Plus they are very pushy asking for more items to send them! The pricing is really bad! You end up getting peanuts on whatever they sell. I learned my lesson; never again! Scammers!

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Thumbnail of user faraneha
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 11th, 2024

It's a scam business when you want to sell with them, don't ever do that. They take your item out of your hand for peanuts. At first they give you an acceptable price but this price is not what they put on their site but much less. Then they give discount 20% and sell it for 10% of what they agreed with you. A Christian Dior bag that they estimated at $1600, sold it at $252 😒 unbelievable. Such a company should not be dealt with as they are crooks, don't buy or sell with them.

Tip for consumers:
The value for your item that they give you is not the price they put on your item on your site.

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Bags

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Thumbnail of user historian209
1 review
2 helpful votes
March 2nd, 2024

In order to return a handbag within a few days, buyers have to purchase "return insurance" from a 3rd party company. Any clothing you buy from them -whether scarf or other wearables- are in offensively poor condition. None of them have been dry cleaned. ALL of them SMELL QUITE TERRIBLE- with someone else's perfume, stale, dust, or simply body odor. Will never buy from them again!

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No refund on handbags - except with $79.21 additional purchase of "Return Insurance."
Returns on clothing without paid shipping. All clothing purchases have been smelly and in bad condition.

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Thumbnail of user ad628
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 19th, 2024

We placed an order, which was cancelled by them but they still took the payment and are refusing to refund it. Awful company with appalling customer service. Avoid at ALL COSTS.

Thumbnail of user cecilhuy05
1 review
12 helpful votes
January 20th, 2024

I bought shoes advertised at size 12, it arrived size 9, the number is clearly on the bottom so unless they're literally illiterate there's no excuse and then i contacted customer service and they were terrible it's like its their first time talking to a human like to admittance of fault what so ever even when i sent picture receipts and acting like its my fault for ordering shoes 3 sizes smaller than mine even tho they're the one who made the listing

Thumbnail of user paulinegarrone60
1 review
15 helpful votes
November 23rd, 2023

The Real Real is selling merchandise that that don't reveal problems of.I received a defective glaze problem Louis Vuitton.they did not reveal this in their ad.then they have the nerve to tell me I can't be refunded.mso now I'll sue them for my 1500. 00.they were not honest and decieved me. Be very careful or you'll loose your money too.see the photos...they neglected to add these photos in their online ad...they clearly decieved me.

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Nothing they kept my money

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Thumbnail of user janells48
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 28th, 2024

RealReal mishandled my Louis Vuitton travel piece, priced it way below market value & when I requested return, parts came back missing. RR wants to pay me the low price (I did not agree to price) after they take out 40% commission! They LOST the item Real Real did NOT SELL the item. Why take a hefty commission? Customer Service ignores emails for weeks at a time! Horrible company!

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Thumbnail of user irinas152
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 5th, 2024
Verified purchase

Horribly useless customer service! No help, no knowledge! Very bad shipping! Can't find my package, can't explain where it is and when I can get my purchase. Two days I try to figured what is going on with my package. Waist of time! Unprofessional people!

Tip for consumers:
Hire knowledgeable people to customer service representatives . Focus or change shipping company

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Dress, blouse, pants

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Thumbnail of user christinas1257
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
January 9th, 2024

I purchased a pair of Golden Goose shoes that were stated as very good condition with only wear to soles. Upon receipt both suede toe beds were scuffed. I asked for a 15% credit and they refused. I wanted the shoes but requested the price to reflect true condition. Returning today.

Thumbnail of user oscaro155
1 review
7 helpful votes
January 30th, 2024

Highly discourage anyone from using this service. After two months of back and forth they claim they never received one of two items in same box. This was after one of the sales reps told me not to worry and I would be made whole. I provided photos of both items in box when I shipped. This means they don't really inspect items for quality of entire pieces go missing and if any issue arises, it's your word against theirs, even with photos.

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Thumbnail of user yelenag25
1 review
4 helpful votes
February 12th, 2024

I received an expensive ring from The Real Real, which was listed as 4.5, but it fits my middle finger- size 6. I took pics and emailed them to the customer service while I was on the phone with the representative thinking they would make the return process as easy as possible. To my shock, I don't remember ever being spoken to and treated with such disrespect, dismissal and undermining. The person was insinuating and questioning my intent (I've only been shopping with The Real Real for ten years and I'm also a good consigner). Not only did I not get the apology and a proper accommodation, I got poor bedside manners, rudeness, anger, which set me off to tears. It also triggered my anxiety, which is something I struggle with. When I asked to speak to the supervisor, the representative denied me and made it clear it's not even an option. What I tools from this experience is that the company is struggling because people who work for abundant well to do organizations have their top clients backs and come from a place of a yes. Be wary with your next purchase. If it happened to me, it could happen to everyone. The picture shows that instead of fitting on my ring finger (4.5) it goes on the middle one I'm size 6.

Tip for consumers:
The company is The Real Real

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Jewelry

Thumbnail of user josephineb230
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 19th, 2024

I sold a pair of brand new leather booties. When I purchased they were final sale so couldn't return them. Purchase price was close to $100. I tried them on twice and decided they were too narrow. I had sold items on the site previously and decided to use it again. By the time the price was reduced and fees were deducted I got an.80 check in the mail. I should have found someone to give the booties to for free. I will NEVER use this site again.

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Thumbnail of user chloeb325
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 24th, 2024

If you are thinking of purchasing something with The Real Real, please reconsider. I purchased an item and was told over a week later (after many phone calls and emails) that the item I paid for was being sent to somebody else.

No updated and I am still waiting on a refund. Absolutely ridiculous. Stay away from this poor excuse of a website.

Tip for consumers:
If you are thinking of purchasing something with The Real Real, please reconsider. I purchased an item and was told over a week later (after many phone calls and emails) that the item I paid for was being sent to somebody else.

No updated and I am still waiting on a refund. Absolutely ridiculous. Stay away from this poor excuse of a website.

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Thumbnail of user ellier110
1 review
8 helpful votes
January 4th, 2024

I have sent the real real many items before. Multiple times they have sent them back to me absolutely DESTROYED. I sent a $1000 top that was returned literally shredded. They price items very low and the customer service is god awful. I will be sticking to my local consignors. Don't waste your energy here.

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I consigned. It was a terrible experience.

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Thumbnail of user olgar187
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 16th, 2024

I had 3 issues with RealReal in the course of 2 years using this company as a consignor and buyer. The latest issue was with a jacket that was listed as a women item (see attached), it was non-returnable
but based on the measurement I thought it would be the right fit and I purchased it. When I put it it on, I realized that it is a men's blazer, but the customer service refused to accept a return.

Tip for consumers:
Inaccurate and misleading listing on the website.

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Inaccurate and misleading listing on the website. Bought as a women jacket (per RealReal website listing), but it was men's blazer.

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Thumbnail of user ydavis3105
1 review
0 helpful votes
March 20th, 2024

They sold my new designer piece for a 4th of the price, over 1k paid for and I got 250 when dust settled. I can give my own clothes away. Would have better luck local consignment shop giving them half or Poshmark I never lose more then 200. Unless you like crying don't do it……who authorized them to give away others clothes. Fool me once —-shame on me, fool me twice, won't get fooled again…..

Tip for consumers:
Terrible idea to use trr

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Top

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Thumbnail of user elizabethc3243
1 review
5 helpful votes
January 9th, 2024

They told me to send pictures of the items I wanted to sell. My stuff was new and beautiful which they offer a okay deal and I accepted. It's been more than two months my stuff is selling way cheaper 1 item was sold and returned 2 weeks later. As for now I'm still waiting to get paid. Please do not sell your stuff like I did

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Thumbnail of user reneem889
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 19th, 2024

I bought a Celine bag from TRR that was mislabeled and in poor condition. I sent the bag back to TRR the next day, and it was returned for being in too poor of condition. I complained to TRR that they had authenticated this bag themselves and put it on their platform for others to buy and are now rejecting mine. I requested a refund but that was denied.

I was so sorely disappointed with my experience. Would not recommend buying from or consigning with TRR

Tip for consumers:
Always buy the return guarantee if you buy but overall don’t recommend buying

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Purse

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Thumbnail of user armandoschoen46
9 reviews
2 helpful votes
April 14th, 2024

Very good service. Any problems you have had before with this website were quickly resolved by friendly email workers. Definitely the place on the internet where I buy clothes for great prices and excellent customer service.

Thumbnail of user dinabedmond
1 review
0 helpful votes
May 3rd, 2024
Verified purchase

I ordered Hermes Kelly 32. I received a Hermes Kelly 35. I had to jump through hoops, and waste hours on the phone in order to get a refund.
After informing The Real Real that I as sent the wrong size back, and having to submit measurements of the bag here is what the customer service response was: " I completely understand your anxiety. If I were in your place, I'd be filled with uncertainties and concerns.".
This is not acceptable service. Shame on you Real Real!
Stay away from ordering from a company that clearly doesn't care about their customer and only cares about selling merchandise that they can't even list correctly on their website.

Thumbnail of user wiiliamlevattegwyvi
5 reviews
0 helpful votes
April 2nd, 2024

Everything was good or if it not fits they fixed it and refunded me. I will buy more from here. Thanks

Thumbnail of user colleenb633
1 review
31 helpful votes
April 12th, 2023
Verified purchase

Measurements off from posted description by 3-4 inches for several items. I selected my currency and was (over)charged in the wrong currency. Customer service had no idea, did not help. Poorly trained staff, incompetence, deception. Had to file a charge complaint with credit card company. Now, I am noticing many many complaints by sellers and buyers. Won't buy again or invest in this company. This can't last as this rate.

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I have not used any items yet.

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Thumbnail of user inkim
1 review
1 helpful vote
February 15th, 2024

I am so frustrated as a consumer that they've blocked me even though I received only 2 out of 4 items I purchased 40 days ago. They promised to send the rest, but it never arrived. I got a refund after disputing with my credit card company. Now, they're blocking me from making a new purchase, claiming I falsely reported not receiving the items. I provided the tracking number multiple times, but they refuse to acknowledge it. I'm determined to fight this until the end. They told me that it was delivered and I am a layer so I need to cancel for dispute for refund of lost clothes if I want to shop on Realreal site again. They told me that only I can cancel the dispute card company, then they will unblocked me. It was totally unfair and This situation is absurd discrimination and an unjust consumer protection law.

Tip for consumers:
I'm so frustrated as a consumer that they've blocked me even though I received only 2 out of 4 items I purchased 40 days ago. They promised to send the rest, but it never arrived. I got a refund after disputing with my credit card company. Now, they're blocking me from making a new purchase, claiming I falsely reported not receiving the items. I provided the tracking number multiple times, but they refuse to acknowledge it. I'm determined to fight this until the end."

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I'm so frustrated as a consumer that they've blocked me even though I received only 2 out of 4 items I purchased 40 days ago. They promised to send the rest, but it never arrived. I got a refund after disputing with my credit card company. Now, they're blocking me from making a new purchase, claiming I falsely reported not receiving the items. I provided the tracking number multiple times, but they refuse to acknowledge it. I'm determined to fight this until the end."

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The RealReal is the leader in authenticated luxury consignment. With an expert behind every item, we ensure everything we sell is 100% real. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by brands from Chanel to Cartier, and hundreds more. Exten...

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