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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
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Neutral
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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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August 24th, 2020
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Easy to order, true to the picture, good customer service.

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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Alaska
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July 4th, 2020
Verified purchase

Excellent price, item and service. Very satisfied and highly recommend

Date of experience: July 4, 2020

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Netherlands
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September 29th, 2021
Verified purchase

Selection is wide, app is easy to use, fast shipment.

Date of experience: September 29, 2021

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hi Jewlee, we’re so happy you enjoyed your time shopping on our app and appreciate your feedback on the experience. We hope to see you again soon!

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Vermont
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October 4th, 2021
Verified purchase

Order arrived promptly and merchandise was ad shown and expected.

Date of experience: October 4, 2021

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

We're so happy to hear you love your new purchase, Kate. We hope to shop with you again soon!

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DO
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November 21st, 2020
Verified purchase

Always great, fast Shipping, fast customer service answer and great appraising for the items

Date of experience: November 21, 2020

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North Carolina
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May 5th, 2021
Verified purchase

Ordered a handbag described as silver. Received a brown bag.

Date of experience: March 7, 2021

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Montana
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February 11th, 2021
Verified purchase

Love the service and the concept. It's the future of fashion in my opinion.

Date of experience: February 11, 2021

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Illinois
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September 8th, 2020
Verified purchase

Great selection and inventory, easy checkout process and fast delivery.

Date of experience: September 8, 2020

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Massachusetts
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March 12th, 2021
Verified purchase

Great interface on the app. Easy to use and the clothes are great quality

Date of experience: March 12, 2021

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Virginia
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February 1st, 2022
Verified purchase

Very positive experience. I loved all the items I ordered

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

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Florida
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January 11th, 2021
Verified purchase

Great designers, wonderful sales. Great prices. Definitely a go too!

Date of experience: January 11, 2021

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District of Columbia
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January 11th, 2021
Verified purchase

Great values, great customer service, good chance to help your budget and your environment.

Date of experience: January 11, 2021

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California
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September 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

They did not address my issues. The customer service person did not assist me.

Date of experience: August 4, 2021

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hi Julia, we're so sorry to hear this was your experience with us. We'd like to know more so we can help. Please send us an email at customerservice@therealreal.com so a member of our team can better assist you.

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New York
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August 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

Items are not properly described and was not issued a refund. A total scam.

Date of experience: July 4, 2021

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California
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February 1st, 2022
Verified purchase

No hassles, no pressure sales! Love selling and shopping here.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

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New Mexico
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September 12th, 2020
Verified purchase

The description was perfect for the final sale i purchased.

Date of experience: September 12, 2020

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Missouri
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January 1st, 2022
Verified purchase

Real Real sustains exclusive market products, and a unmatched accessibility.

Date of experience: January 1, 2022

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Florida
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May 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

I can't be more happy with everything I have purchased. Love the Real Real!

Date of experience: May 1, 2021

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New York
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July 21st, 2020
Verified purchase

I love Real R good services good quality the best brands and good prices

Date of experience: July 21, 2020

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Texas
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May 18th, 2020
Verified purchase

I have sold and purchased items for several years and have had great experiences.

Date of experience: May 18, 2020

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New York
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July 28th, 2020
Verified purchase

Helped me file for an exception for an offer that I missed! Hope I get it :)

Date of experience: July 28, 2020

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Massachusetts
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February 24th, 2021
Verified purchase

I had to make two phone calls to the customer service of TRR and both were extremely well handled.

Date of experience: February 24, 2021

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California
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April 14th, 2021
Verified purchase

I have sold and purchased on the site and have always been happy with the customers service.

Date of experience: April 14, 2021

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Maryland
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February 1st, 2022
Verified purchase

The shoes shirt and shorts don't fit, and the shoes are no return. They were advertised as size 13.

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

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New Zealand
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January 8th, 2020
Verified purchase

I inquired about a delivery which was late, and I received a very quick and helpful response.

Date of experience: January 8, 2020

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hello Gaynor,

We sincerely appreciate the time you reserved for leaving us feedback.

As we aim to provide our customers with a positive shopping experience at The RealReal, we are truly sorry that there was a delivery delay to your order. We are happy to hear that someone from our Customer Service team was able to assist you in a timely and courteous manner with the issue.

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

Thank you very much.

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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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