Ritchie Bros Reviews 172

TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Review summary

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Looking at 76 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the helpful and friendly staff, finding the overall process seamless and well-done. The website and platform are often described as easy to use, making research and bidding simple, with detailed information and pictures provided. Reviewers also highlight the quick processing and pick-up times, and some are very satisfied with their equipment purchases and the after-sales service. However, some customers also noted significant issues, such as missing items from purchases, discrepancies between descriptions and actual product conditions, and unexpected problems with vehicles after purchase. There are also complaints about rude staff, difficulties with customer service, and concerns about unfair bidding practices or hidden fees.

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Staff

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Service

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I purchased a mini excavator the auction 0n the 14th of May the discreption included a rock breaker when we went the rock breaker was no where to be found Inow need to be reimbursed for the rock break... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

For a first time buyer on line. I felt like the online auction gave me time to participate. One has to be careful because it is almost to easy to spend money buying equipment. I ran into some hold up... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought several items at the Davenport FL location through online auction it’s a few hours from me so driving there and waiting in line was a bit crazy but they were very helpful if your patient . Make... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used Ritchie Bros. numerous times to purchase trucks and equipment. Ritchie Bros. website and platform makes researching simple. Very detailed information and pictures. Once the auction is... See more


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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So I bought a truck had some unforeseen…

So I bought a truck had some unforeseen issues. I then had an employee reach out to me and without question they made it right within an hr. I’m talking 2000$ that’s awesome. They helped me get it shipped with that money as it wasn’t able to be driven due to air lines. Ppl make mistakes, richi bros make it right.

March 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience!

First time to Richie Bros auction Orlando. Delightfully overwhelming amount of equipment on grounds. Top notch operation from up-kept grounds, attentive and kind staff, simple online transactions. I was able to inspect every lot that was on my list and came away with exactly what I came for and for a great price, praise God! Can’t wait to go back again, it’s that good!

February 16, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

CRIMINALS CRIMINALS CRIMINALS!!!!

CRIMINALS CRIMINALS CRIMINALS!!!!

This is absolutely ridiculous!!!
RB Auction stole 5000 euros from my personal bank account.
Everyone be very careful and look after your bank accounts because this organization stealing money from bank accounts

February 24, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ritchie brothers have grown so much…

Ritchie brothers have grown so much without empowering their customer service and their process. The customer service associates are trained very poorly.
They don't know how to treat professionals

January 20, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

WHAT A TERRIBLE PLACE!!!

WHAT A TERRIBLE PLACE!!!
I’m shocked how many dumb people on our planet!!!
How stupid must be those who buying from this scammer place.
This auction not only cheating people on the item description but they also cheating foreign buyers on VAT refund.
RIDICULOUS THIS IS ALL I CAN SAY.
Shame that no institution who would be interested in taking down such scam places

February 19, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I won my bid just by luck

I won my bed just by luck, cause I’m not good on the computer and I kept having trouble getting back to where I needed to be and I’m still not good on the computer and I’m trying to send them a message and I still don’t know how but the auction was good

February 16, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought an auction vehicle

Bought an auction vehicle. No license plates. I didn't receive the title until a month after I bought it. It took 6 emails and a half-dozen phone calls to get it. Tax office wouldn't transfer the title without a Power of Attorney letter and a Bill of Sale. I didn't receive either. After another 2 months and twice the number of phone calls and emails, I was told, "We told you this would take a while." I asked for their legal department and corporate contact information, but they wouldn't oblige. My emails were ignored. I finally contacted the corporate office of the seller of the vehicle. I got the paperwork I needed, two weeks later.
3 months had passed. I had to pay for a temporary plate which was $30. I had to pay late fees and interest of $130 for late transfer, even when I had proof that it was not my fault.
Horrible customer service. Horrible experience.

October 30, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought a piece of equipment on…

I bought a piece of equipment on salvagesale.com. When I paid for it and received an invoice with pickup location and contact. I phoned contact and made pickup arrangements. When I arrived and phoned the contact we both were surprised that the pick up location was in a differant state over a thousand miles away. I then phoned Ritchie brothers who are the auction company that runs salvagesale auction sight. I was informed that I could drive the extra miles or hire a company and I would be reimbursed. I elected to hire it done and now Ritchie brothers refuses to do anything to compensate me.

November 17, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

buying/selling

Communication, website is easy to navigate, rep really cares about making your buying/selling experience pleasurable

September 19, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Seamless transaction from research to picking up the equipment or truck

We have used Ritchie Bros. numerous times to purchase trucks and equipment.

Ritchie Bros. website and platform makes researching simple. Very detailed information and pictures. Once the auction is done, the processing time is quick and within days you can pick up your equipment or truck. Picking up at the auction site is quick and easy. Very helpful staff on site. Overall, the experience is seamless and well done

November 17, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought several items at the Davenport…

Bought several items at the Davenport FL location through online auction it’s a few hours from me so driving there and waiting in line was a bit crazy but they were very helpful if your patient . Make sure to print any and all paper work and bring it with you they let me drive through the sales yard to get checked in with proof of purchase got my paper work done and was the third person back out the gate . Everyone was nice as could be thank you

November 12, 2025
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