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Overview

The RealReal has a rating of 2.4 stars from 5,304 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 8th among Discount Clothing sites.

  • Service
    671
  • Value
    645
  • Shipping
    609
  • Returns
    536
  • Quality
    584

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 10.2%
Positive
11
Neutral
2
Negative
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Top Positive Review

“Buyer & Seller since 2015”

Barbara G.
10/4/24

I have been a big seller and buyer on The Real Real since the beginning of the company in 2015! I have made about $400,000 selling pieces that I was not going to wear again. Also, I am a buyer of mostly "pristine" and "excellent" items on consignment. There are so many people who buy things and not wear/use them at all, and sell them new in the box with tags!

Date of experience: 10/4/24
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Top Critical Review

“Therealreal is a scam”

Barbara S.
10/5/24

Therealreal is a scam. They take high-value items for consignment and list them at ridiculously low prices, allowing their internal employees to steal them from online clients' carts or even after payments have been made. They cancel transactions and resale the items to their friends, who then post them on eBay for a profit. Please do not consign with this company; you will receive almost nothing for your high-value stuff. The company has no control over their employees, so employees do whatever they want, including defrauding their customers and running a side business for themselves

Date of experience: 10/5/24
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California
1 review
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February 5th, 2020
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From browsing, purchasing to packaging. Everything is great. Love this site. Easy and wonderful.

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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Pennsylvania
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May 26th, 2020
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Recently - no trouble. Previously - easy going dissolving. Thank you! HC

Date of experience: May 26, 2020

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Texas
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February 5th, 2020
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Never a problem fixing things there. Thanks as always

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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California
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February 5th, 2020
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I appreciate that the issue was resolved quickly and fairly.

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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Georgia
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February 5th, 2020
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My third order from them, great service, fast shipping, thanks.

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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Kentucky
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February 5th, 2020
Verified purchase

Excellent purchase started shopping all over again

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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Maryland
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February 5th, 2020
Verified purchase

I love that you guys partnered with Affirm. However, shipping was very slow this go around.

Date of experience: February 5, 2020

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Australia
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October 15th, 2015

Been waiting over 3 weeks for a refund of an item that was never shipped.

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Date of experience: October 15, 2015

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New York
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November 3rd, 2021
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Fast shipping, great products, overall very satisfied

Date of experience: November 3, 2021

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Canada
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November 2nd, 2021
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A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Keep up great job

Date of experience: November 2, 2021

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We appreciate the stellar rating, Jolanta!

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California
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August 24th, 2020
Verified purchase

Super Quality Items! Fast Shipping. Clean merchandise. Authentic. Simply the best

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Maryland
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March 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

Love the ease of using this app, ordering, payment, and shipping are all streamlined

Date of experience: March 3, 2021

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Ohio
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August 24th, 2020
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Product as described, in excellent, mint condition! Arrived timely, nicely packaged.

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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New York
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February 8th, 2020
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Beautiful condition and promptly received... a wonderful experience

Date of experience: February 8, 2020

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hello Markley,

Thank you very much for your feedback.

We are truly grateful to hear that you've had a wonderful experience with The RealReal.

Our team is here for you if you need further assistance.

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New Jersey
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March 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

Great service, fast shipping, best prices. Always a pleasure to work with.

Date of experience: March 3, 2021

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Tennessee
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August 24th, 2020
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Great purchase price and product arrived better than description

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Ohio
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April 5th, 2021
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Perfect for those who love clothes and fashion, but prefer a more sustainable way of life

Date of experience: March 1, 2021

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New York
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August 24th, 2020
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My daughter introduced me to this company... I am completely delighted!

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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California
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August 24th, 2020
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But for the price my dress should be a more quality materials

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Oklahoma
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February 7th, 2020
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Arrived faster and super safe in tip top condition.

Date of experience: February 7, 2020

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hello Rae,

Thank you very much for sharing your feedback.

We sincerely appreciate you shopping with The RealReal and love hearing about the positive experience you've had with us.

Our team is here for you if you need further assistance.

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California
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February 6th, 2020
Verified purchase

Excellent site and clothes exactly as described. This is my third purchase.

Date of experience: February 6, 2020

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hello Gina,

Thank you very much for shopping with us at The RealReal.

We are happy to hear that you were able to use the site credit for a wonderful designer piece.

If you need further assistance, our team is here for you.

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California
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August 24th, 2020
Verified purchase

My item arrived quick and was exactly as I hoped it would look like.

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Massachusetts
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September 30th, 2020
Verified purchase

* The RealReal attempted to help this customer through the Sitejabber Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Texas
3 reviews
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August 21st, 2020
Verified purchase

Found the earrings I've been looking for. Came in perfect condition

Date of experience: August 21, 2020

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Australia
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July 3rd, 2020
Verified purchase

I purchased a pair of ysl tributes exactly how described
Very happy

Date of experience: July 3, 2020

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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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