Rent the Runway Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Looking at 183 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptional customer service, noting that support agents are extremely helpful, friendly, and quick to resolve any issues that arise. Many people also love the wide selection of beautiful dresses and fashionable outfits available for special occasions and everyday wear. However, some people mentioned receiving items that looked worn out, faded, or had minor damages from previous use. A few consumers also experienced difficulties regarding subscription charges, noting that getting refunds or resolving billing disputes with customer support was challenging. Additionally, a small group of reviewers noted that certain garments did not fit well or failed to match expectations.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The convenience of RTR is awesome, and I’ll definitely use the service again, but the dress and purse that I got this time around need to be taken out of commission. The dress was obviously worn by so... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Support is always super helpful and they go above and beyond to help. Once I had an order that had 3 items that were too small and I was so upset, but they offered to replace immediately no charge for... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RTR customer servicers are always super helpful. Finding solutions to challenges. Always a delightful experience dealing with them. Thank you and keep up the awesome work. Thank you for all the smiles... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The selections of dresses & gowns is amazing. The customer service at RTR is always above and beyond. They are always responsive whether you are using their text service or calling them. Your clot... See more


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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The sizing is off and the quality of…

The sizing is off and the quality of some of the clothes isn’t the best.

December 12, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi Gina,

We appreciate your feedback here!

Our team is always here to help if you ever receive rentals that aren't in wearable condition. We'd never want to leave you without items to enjoy. We're glad our team was able to help you and address your concerns.

Let us know if you have any questions!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love RTR

I love RTR. the styles are up to date. I get to dress up for any occasion without a closet full of dated dresses. If I ever have an issue, the customer service team are always eager to help. Ver friendly team

December 5, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They never have the right size in and customer service sucks

I have been a member of RTR for more than a year. They usually don't have the right size in stock. When I have received a great piece, there is usually something wrong with it like the button falls off or a tie is broken. I tried to cancel my membership in November. I never received any email cancellation about it. I had major surgery the next week and wasn't thinking about it and didn't recontact them. Honestly, I wasn't sure my cancellation went through since THEY NEVER EMAILED OR TEXTED ME... until yesterday when they said if I didn't return the items THAT DAY they would charge me for the cost of all of them. I was at the airport going to a work function so that was not possible. I tried to negotiate with ELISA via email but she would not accomodate me returning the clothes the next business day without charging me. I have already been charged over $1600.

All in all, their inventory and customer service suck. Would not recommend. I have also been a customer or stitch fix and Nordstrom's monthly membership (before it was discontinued). Nordstrom's was the best. RTR is the worst. Not worth the price. You pay $150-250 to receive clothes that don't fit and you don't wear.

December 12, 2024
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi Martha,

Thank you for taking time to leave this review.

Our system will always send out an email confirmation when your cancellation is processed, it's likely that they sometimes go to spam, which could be why it was missed.

Our system additionally does charge automated fees when items are not returned as promised, including providing a banner on your home page when you are close to your cancellation effective date. Feel free to connect with us so we can help you with your charge concern!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Failure to notify, failure to deliver, don't depend on RTR

Response to Reply: When an item is past its return date and not yet returned that should kick off an immediate notification to the next customer that they need to pick a replacement style, and give them only options available now (already cleaned and waiting to be shipped). The fact that I wasn't notified until evening the day before I was supposed to receive my dress either means:
1. Someone dropped the ball on notifying me when the dress wasn't returned on time by the previous client
2. You leave less than 24 hours between rentals to receive the return, clean it, check its condition, and get it back in the mail.
Going to guess 1. And your response does not take accountability for that error. A free rental for a future date on top of a refund would have made sense. If that is problematic, because it happens so frequently, then you have major issues in your model.

On November 10 I paid to rent a dress for my black tie event December 13. It wasn't cheap, but a nicer dress than I could afford to actually purchase, so I picked my style and selected my complimentary two sizes and placed the order to arrive 12/11. On 12/10 at 5:01 p.m. I get a text saying I have one hour to pick a different dress as mine is cancelled due to late return and damage from previous renter. Um, what? Shouldn't it already be in the mail? I also missed the one hour window because I was out to dinner and didn't check my phone right away. Why didn't they notify me when the dress wasn't returned on time? Why last second when it should have arrived in less than 24 hours? No answers from their customer service, just a refund and a lame offer of 20% off my next rental or a free exchange with no guarantee it will arrive for my event. Another person going to the same event also used the service but they ordered more than one style of dress so when one was also cancelled on their order they were still covered. That's fine, but then charge the same fee for multiple dresses to prevent these issues, not more money so I can guarantee the service I already paid for. It shouldn't be a gamble for the service you advertise. Poor first experience and lame customer service.

December 8, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi there,

Thank you for sending this feedback over to us!

Our service relies on other renters returning on time, so when this unfortunately does not happen, or when an item is damaged by the previous renter, our team does send you outreach as soon as possible so we can ship out a replacement.

We have taken steps to work on our automated email outreach to ensure it is sent earlier enough with time for you to pick out replacements- we'd never want to leave you without an outfit for your event!

Feel free to connect with us if you have any other questions or concerns!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Both of the sweaters I ordered are…

Both of the sweaters I ordered are completely shrunk. The arms barely reach my forearm.

November 25, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi Jenna,

We appreciate your feedback!

Our team is always here to help if you ever receive rentals that aren't in wearable condition. We'd never want to leave you without items to enjoy.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you ever need help with a replacement, we're here to help!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The clothing choices need to be improved

The clothing choices need to be improved

November 24, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi there,

We sincerely appreciate your feedback on our item selection!

We've taken steps and the initiative to add hundreds of new styles to our site this season, keep an eye out on our New Arrivals section and you may just see something that catches your eye!

Feel free to let us know if you have any other feedback or questions we can address for you!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Racially profiled in pop up shop

I would give negative stars if I could but not because of thw actual service, because of a shocking incident in which my husband and I were racially profiled.

We went to the pop up store in the Seaport district of Boston because they were having a big sample sale. Upon entering there was a coat and bag check which we bypassed because we didn't think we would be there long. I heard another customer ask if it was mandatory to check bags and coats and she was told not really. I was wandering around with my husband for a few minutes when a woman ran up to me from the back and said oh you need to go check your bag and coat and so does he, its mandatory. They saw you on the camera and told me. Hmmmm okay well I wasnt happy but I'm not one to be confrontational so my husband and I went and checked them in and then went back to browsing. Not 30 seconds after I turned around I saw at least 3 women in oversized coats and someone with a backpack!

Now let me explain that I am a white woman and my husband is Hispanic but he is very dark skinned. I was carrying a Louis vuitton bag and wearing Gucci jewelry. I have money. So does my husband. We are both government employees. Clearly I would think I that would signal I dont need to steal, nor does he. But yet there we were, BEING RACIALLY PROFILED BECAUSE OF HIS SKIN COLOR. Disgusting!!!! There is absolutely no other explanation why we were approached and forced to check our things when the managers had to have seen other people wuth big coats and bags and did NOTHING.

We left quickly and I said point blank to the guy at the coat check to tell his managers to make sure they pull everyone aside who had a big bag and coat and that was absolutely did not feel good about what had just happened. I left, in tears. It was so wrong. Neither of us needed to be made to feel like that, especially over clothes that arent even new, they've already been worn God knows how many times and they are probably not even in season!

I just want to put this out there for others to know about. That rent the runway has people working under their name that behave this way in 2025. It's not okay, EVER. I have never used RTR and sure as hell never will now.

December 6, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi Amber,

Thank you for sharing your experience and bringing this to our attention.

We would love to chat more about this with you! Please feel free to connect with us so we can address this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The ONLY way I’ll be finding special outfits for events

I first used RTR last year to find a dress for my company Christmas party. It was the best dress I’ve ever worn! The deals and discounts were amazing and provided me a chance to wear a dress I’d never would have found myself! I knew this would be how I find special dresses, jewelry and outfits from now on. The offers are incredible and the selection is mind blowing. Customer service is excellent! They are quick to respond with the answers I need. I’m very excited about the dress for this year’s party. Also, the deals that give me a chance to purchase items are unbelievable.

November 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best customer service 

They are wonderful. Always respond right away and are so pleasant to work with. Truly, my favorite customer service experience of any company and I feel like they always do the right thing.

December 5, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 Star Support

In a society where customer service seems to have fallen to the wayside RTR keeps it top of mind. I've consistently been pleased with all my rentals, but if there is a rare issue it has been resolved quickly and thoroughly. Quality is always there and I'm a dedicated customer because of it.

December 5, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

It took over a week to respond and I…

It took over a week to respond and I still have to make two trips to the post office

November 19, 2025
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Reply from Rent the Runway

Hi Rebecca,

Thanks for sharing this with us. It does look like your inquiry came at a time of high volume, but we're happy to see that our team was able to address your inquiry!

Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions, we'd love to chat!

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