Elephant in a Box Reviews 224

TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.6

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought a vacuum packed bed settee and got an order number and when I questioned my delivery date I was assured it would arrive soon. I’ve tried contacting by phone and messages but had no luck. The... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Elephant in a box is simply revolutionary. Everything about it is unique. Its weight, ease of handling & transport, sturdiness & comfort. Built from paper, it’s an icon of sustainable furniture being... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We placed our order and never got a confirmation. Then we went to the website when we still hadn’t gotten a confirmation a couple days later and couldn’t find a way to contact customer service. We sub... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY. Amazing concept, terrible customer service. I would expect the sofa to last more than 3 years. The paper honeycomb base fails and loses its stretch overtime causing the sofa... See more

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The nicest, strongest, most portable last sofa you’ll ever buy... Easy to unbox. Easy to unfold. Easy to enjoy. We didn’t invent the sofa. We reinvented everything about it. Introducing Elephant in a Box. Furnish your home out of a box.


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2.6

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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love the product!

I love the product!! Really easy to carry and really easy to assemble, plus it is super comfortable. So much so, that now we have a hard time getting our dog off it!

4 May 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing product

Amazing product. Delivery was very easy. A whole big sofa wrapped in a small box. It was put together in less than 15 minutes and is quite comfortable and sturdy. The price is amazing and the quality is very high. We are pleased and will order more products.

4 May 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An outstanding experience

Elephant in a box is simply revolutionary. Everything about it is unique. Its weight, ease of handling & transport, sturdiness & comfort. Built from paper, it’s an icon of sustainable furniture being fully recyclable. It’s unique honeycombed design gives it sturdiness & resilience while being extremely light and easy to handle and move. It’s fabric gives it a shining modern look that fits in any living room being that of a small apartment or a large house.

4 May 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It is quite convenient sofa

It is quite convenient sofa. ، I assembled it in less than 15 minute. I love it. I was so reluctant to get it, but once I set it up, O found it very sturdy. , thanks ❤️😍😍😍😍😍it’s amazing

4 May 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I still have to set up the products in…

I still have to set up the products in the next couple weeks when I move in to my new apartment. Your customer service through Facebook Messenger is amazing. I had a shipping issue which they easily resolved. You could just tell how happy and helpful they were based on the responses. So refreshing especially these days. If the product is as good as the staff it will definitely be money well spent.

3 May 2022
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The customer service response was…

The customer service response was prompt and professional, however the follow-up and follow-through on the promise has been poor. The customer service rep (Chloe & Elephant in a Box Team) said we would have new, more comfortable back cushions in a few days and it has now been a few weeks. And I only get updates on status when I send an email asking for a status. This last time (after following up twice before), I was given a small discount on my original order (which was nice), however we really want the new softer pillows so we can be more comfortable on the couch.

25 April 2022
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

interesting engineering...

I had done a bunch of research and went with E.B. I watched the videos, read reviews and felt I could handle it by myself. Very thankful that I could go with the "Good as New" option. Shipping was very quick. A little nervous as the box for the sofa was pretty damaged. Ended up no damage to the sofa at all.
The hardest part about this sofa was getting the first cushion out of the box. After that, the whole assembly was very easy. Sure, probably easier with 2 people, but very doable solo. I got the 2 cushion sofa and ottoman. I love this couch. It feels very solid. The seat cushions are dense and back cushions are comfortable. I don't find the fabric to be scratchy or uncomfortable at all. I couldn't be happier with my purchase.

23 April 2022
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered my replacement pieces over a…

I ordered my replacement pieces over a month ago and nothing has shipped!!

16 April 2022
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Reply from Elephant in a Box

Hello Maggie, thank you for letting us know about this. Your feedback helps us do better. We are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly and accurately.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I'm going with three stars initially

I'm going with three stars initially. The accordion piece in the middle is torn away from the cardboard, so it's not spanning the width of the couch. I fixed this by stapling the piece back to the cardboard. It's holding, but I don't have a lot of faith in staples lol.

Beyond that, the couch is great. Assembly was pretty easy, it's pretty comfy, but the cushions I can already tell aren't going to last long in retaining their support.

I will come back to this review in a month or so after it breaks in a bit more.

5/19 Update - Elephant reached out and I provided pictures...then nothing since (this is back on 4/15). So my review is being lowered to one star now. The staples aren't holding and the company's customer service literally disappeared lol. Very strange, but ultimately (based on the customer service alone) I would advise you to not purchase this couch.

15 April 2022
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Reply from Elephant in a Box

Hello Chris, we sincerely apologize for the issues you are facing with your sofa. We will reach out directly to you to ensure you receive the best Elephant experience!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Why doesn't customer service pick up the phone?

I purchased a large sectional, but I'm concerned at the firmness of the seat cushions based on reviews. I want like the "sit-in" cushions so I've emailed and called their support line (315) 757-4688. It's gone to voicemail each time. What is the best way to get a hold of them?

14 April 2022
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Reply from Elephant in a Box

Hi Raj, Thanks for sharing your feedback. Please excuse us for not answering your calls. We were out of the office for some hours due to the Easter Holiday. We have already replied to your email and created the replacement order for the softer seat cushions :D!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ideal for an apartment with twisty…

Ideal for an apartment with twisty stairs. However, the cushions were thinner than anticipated, and there has been an (? off-gassing? ) smell for over a week.

So, not perfect, but would still likely order again, especially if moving furniture is not one's strong suit.

12 April 2022
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Reply from Elephant in a Box

Hello Adam, thanks for bringing this to our attention. We'll contact you right away ;)

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