Whatnot Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Review summary

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Looking at 6,710 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Consumers frequently mention how much they enjoy the interactive live auctions and the very simple application process. Buyers appreciate the welcoming community of sellers and note that purchases usually arrive quickly and well-packaged. However, some customers also noted issues with receiving defective products, unexpected shipping charges, and occasional missing items. A few other people also felt that certain bids turned out to be overpriced compared to finding the same goods elsewhere. Some reviewers were not happy with missing out on giveaways or facing difficulties when trying to request refunds for problems.

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Product

Consumers find product to be a mixed experience, with many reviewers highlighting great items, fast shipping,... See more

User experience

People report positive experiences with user experience, highlighting that the application is simple and very... See more

Price

Reviewers mention mixed feelings about price, as experiences vary widely across the platform. While many... See more

Application

Clients share positive opinions on application, finding the platform very simple, well-organized, and easy to... See more

Delivery service

Reviewers highlight ambiguous aspects of delivery service, with some customers praising quick shipping times,... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I enjoy purchasing on whatnot. I looked at shopping on tiktiok and I did not like their platform for several reasons, first being clutter and confusion, and second, the atmosphere is not like sellers... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was new to Whatnot & was a bit skeptical. But, I just made multiple purchases from a few different sellers for Graphic Tees & shoes. I was able to snag all items at insanely low prices. Each seller... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great new shopping experience, safe and has been efficient, no messing about with individual payments it’s all set up whoever you choose to buy from. A lovely community with genuine people selling t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A fabulous platform to find good quality and deals. Also reassuring to purchase worry free with product assurances from Whatnot. Very reasonable shipping prices too with no further charges in many sit... See more


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  1. Collectibles Shop

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Whatnot—The Live Shopping Marketplace. Shop, sell, and connect around things you love. Explore 250+ categories, including coins, sneakers, fashion electronics, sports and Pokémon cards, fashion, plants, jewelry, and more. Join Whatnot today.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Crooked sellers.com more like it

Bunch of crooked sellers that what not will not stand behind. Run now. Run fast. Pay more !!!

4 October 2026
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Reply from Whatnot

We take concerns about dishonest seller behavior seriously, and sellers are expected to follow our policies. We requested additional information so we could better understand your experience and investigate further, but unfortunately we didn’t receive the details needed within the response window.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fun bidding experience

Its fun. Shopping on a budget. Items gets shipped quick. Im able to find vintage stuff. Also great for TCG and Sports card collectors.

6 September 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Whatnot - where you find things you never knew you wanted

Whatnot has been a joy in many ways. The everlasting entertainment that the auctions provide, to the opportunity to purchase something you never thought you’d ever find.

I look forward to having my first auction, after we move.
When you have so many things you can’t count them, well it’s time to make some money AND have a blast doing it.

3 October 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Innovative and fun app!

I’ve bought several items on Whatnot at excellent prices. I love that the auctions are quick, and easy to participate. I love that there’s an endless variety of product categories, and sellers to choose from. The chat and giveaways also make it fun to participate. Great app!

3 October 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Slow but steady we will get there !!

Sales are slow but we are experimenting with different times so it will come. The community itself is Awesome...preparing for retirement so this is a great sidebar !! So very glad I found Whatnot !! Sue

3 September 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The sneakers I bought did not match the…

The sneakers I bought did not match the US shoe size chart.
I bought a 9.5M, which should be a 43 Euro size, but it turns out to be a 41 Euro size. I am so disappointed and skeptical about trusting what the sellers put out because of their no-return/ no swap policy

2 October 2026
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Reply from Whatnot

Thank you for providing more information. We understand how disappointing it is when the size you receive doesn’t match what was advertised. A seller’s stated return policy doesn’t prevent you from requesting help from our Support Team when an item may not be as described. We weren’t able to find a support request for this order. Please select “Get help with this purchase” in the app, so our Support Team can review it.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sweet bros

Give sweet bros their money that you owe them. Thieving git. Disgusting how you have treated these kids

3 October 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Won an ultra rare pokemon card which…

Won an ultra rare pokemon card which got opened live on stream, seller cancelled saying that he "lost" it, then tried selking exact same card on a seperate stream. Seller admitted liability, admitted the true cost of the card and yet whatnot still did not reimburse for the contents of the pack, of which they initially said they would.
They are fraudulant and do not protect the buyers in the slightest. If you are thinking of obtaining an item from Whatnot, please make sure it has no value attached as it may go missing and you wont get anything back in return.

I do have evidence of everything, including whatnots initial response clarifying that I will be either reimbursed the market value of the card, or, the actual card itself.

After seeking legal action it has been confirmed that Whatnot are in breach of the their "contract" as the legal team put it, purely due to the fact that I have it in writing what I am to be compensated with as a minimum.

28 September 2026
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Reply from Whatnot

We understand how disappointing it is when a seller cancels after a high-value item is revealed in a Surprise Set. Your cancelled purchase price was refunded. For Surprise Set purchases, Buyer Protection may cover the amount paid for the spot, not the market or perceived value of the item revealed. We do monitor for excessive seller cancellations and take action when sellers repeatedly fail to fulfill completed sales.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Too much hassle

I gave Whatnot a fair try, ordering seven items from six different sellers, but unfortunately I don’t think I’ll be using the platform again.

The experience has been incredibly inconsistent. One seller was fantastic, but the rest ranged from mediocre to genuinely problematic.

I received a skincare product where the expiry/batch information on the bottom of the bottle appeared to have been rubbed away, meaning I couldn’t verify whether the product was in date. Whatnot did refund me immediately when I reported this, which I absolutely give them credit for.

However, I also have an earlier order from the same seller that was marked as shipped, yet Royal Mail still says they’re waiting to receive it. I messaged the seller three days ago and have had no response. A completely separate seller’s order is also showing the same Royal Mail status.

Another purchase was a candle advertised as highly scented which had virtually no scent at all.

Whatnot itself seems to have decent buyer protection when something goes wrong, and I’ve had one excellent seller, so I don’t think the entire platform or every seller is bad. The problem for me is the amount of uncertainty and effort involved. I’ve found myself checking tracking, chasing sellers, inspecting cosmetics, photographing products and raising issues with support.

The bargains simply aren’t worth that level of hassle to me. Out of seven purchases across six sellers, there haven’t been enough good experiences for me to want to continue using the platform.

3 October 2026
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Reply from Whatnot

We appreciate you giving Whatnot a fair try. We understand how repeated order and seller issues can take away from the experience, even when Buyer Protection helps. Thank you for your feedback on making the buying and fulfillment experience more consistent.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

PATHETIC WEBSITE

PATHETIC WEBSITE ! untrained staff banned MY account for purchases I PAID FOR using MY CARD!!

1 October 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I loved the packages I’ve received…

I loved the packages I’ve received except for one that I received with different candy in there and one of the bags were open in the box and what they sent me isn’t what they were advertising. I tried to leave a message with them and I haven’t gotten a response and I believe I left a message with you guys and I was told that it’s been over the limit for a refund. I just received the package on September 30 other than that. The other packages were great.

30 September 2026
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