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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
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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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New Jersey
1 review
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January 6th, 2022
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I was charged for an item I didn't order or receive. I was not given a refund.

Date of experience: December 7, 2021

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hi Kristin, we're sorry to hear that you were incorrectly charged for an item you did not purchase. Please reach out to us on social media with your account details so we can help.

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New York
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November 3rd, 2020
Verified purchase

I have liked most of the items I have bought. Returned those I did not. No problem.

Date of experience: November 3, 2020

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Maryland
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October 1st, 2021
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This was my first time ordering and I was very pleased. My items was in excellent condition.

Date of experience: October 1, 2021

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your first time shopping with us, Denise. We hope to see you again soon!

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Arizona
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July 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

I sell and buy on real real. I have recommended them to all my family and friends.

Date of experience: July 1, 2021

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North Carolina
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November 27th, 2019
Verified purchase

Quick and dirty (in good way)! Merchandise is good quality and arrives in a timely matter.

Date of experience: November 26, 2019

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California
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November 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

The purchase item was in very good condition the shipping with prompt it was very satisfied

Date of experience: November 1, 2021

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Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Robin!

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California
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January 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

Check out process was fast and easy. Item was as described and delivered to me fast.

Date of experience: January 3, 2021

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California
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June 2nd, 2020
Verified purchase

Super easy process you get what you see for less then what you expect love it

Date of experience: June 2, 2020

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California
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January 14th, 2021
Verified purchase

Every purchase from The Real Real is an awesome experience. Every description is accurate and the selection variety is absolutely AMAZING!

Date of experience: January 14, 2021

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AE
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August 13th, 2020
Verified purchase

Great pricing, wonderful variety, speedy service, great quality products.

Date of experience: August 13, 2020

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Pennsylvania
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November 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

Easy to work with and very efficient and responsive

Date of experience: November 1, 2021

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Washington
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May 22nd, 2020
Verified purchase

Good to buy good products.(although old clothes, of course)

Date of experience: May 22, 2020

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California
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May 22nd, 2020
Verified purchase

Relatively good service, often great value. Good response rate.

Date of experience: May 22, 2020

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Japan
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September 23rd, 2020
Verified purchase

I like you very much. I look forward to visiting you every day.

Date of experience: September 23, 2020

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New York
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June 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

They are arbitrary and absurd about what they accept.

Date of experience: May 4, 2021

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Germany
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May 18th, 2020
Verified purchase

Love this store. Beautiful clothes, good service.
Love it.

Date of experience: May 18, 2020

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Texas
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June 15th, 2020
Verified purchase

It was delivered in a timely manner and item was delivered as listed.

Date of experience: June 15, 2020

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North Carolina
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September 1st, 2021
Verified purchase

Extremely friendly and knowledgeable. East to talk to… great asset to the company

Date of experience: September 1, 2021

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Texas
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June 19th, 2020
Verified purchase

Delivery was prompt. However, the shirt was terribly wrinkled

Date of experience: June 19, 2020

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California
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April 14th, 2021
Verified purchase

Easy shopping experience, easy returns, good value, excellent quality

Date of experience: April 14, 2021

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California
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January 8th, 2020
Verified purchase

Great experience and; puts of products and good quality

Date of experience: January 8, 2020

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Texas
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December 28th, 2020
Verified purchase

As good as before. Great products and product delivery.

Date of experience: December 28, 2020

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Florida
2 reviews
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January 8th, 2020
Verified purchase

Beautiful merchandise. Need to see in person to evaluate.

Date of experience: January 8, 2020

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Washington
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February 1st, 2022
Verified purchase

The customer service was the very best! Thank you!

Date of experience: February 1, 2022

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Vermont
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January 15th, 2020
Verified purchase

Maria in customer service was great! I was extremely satisfied with her service.

Date of experience: January 15, 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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