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Considering 41 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many customers expressed significant dissatisfaction with the products, often finding them to be of poor quality, not matching descriptions, or arriving defective. Reviewers also frequently encountered issues with customer service, describing it as unhelpful, rude, and difficult to reach. Consumers also reported problems with their orders, including incorrect items being shipped or orders not arriving as expected. The pricing was a major concern for many, with complaints about hidden fees, deceptive sales tactics, and items being overpriced. Furthermore, numerous people struggled with the refund process, citing difficulties in obtaining full refunds, unexpected deductions, or a complete lack of response from the company regarding their refund requests.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

i ORDERED TWO ITEMS BUT THEY WERE NOT WHAT I EXPECTD SO I RETUURNED THEM WITH RETURN AN EXCHANGE. LABELS THEY SENT ME THROUGH FEDEX. I RECEIVED AN EMAIL THAT SAME DAY THEY WERE SENDING ME THE SAME... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sharper Image once had a goid reputation with store presence. beware of claims stating they are an American brand company. A company bought the original business and now is “Sharper Image Company... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY FROM SharperImage.com!!!! They are scammers! I'm not sure if this has always been the case, but if you accidentally make the unfortunate mistake of purchasing something from them, you can... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If zero stars were an option, Sharper Image would get it. This company is a complete SCAM! I ordered the Virtual Pong expecting a full-size console as shown on their website. What arrived was a tiny... See more


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  1. Electronics & Technology

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The Sharper Image is an American brand that offers consumers home electronics, air purifiers, gifts and other high-tech lifestyle products through its website, catalog, and third-party retailers.


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TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Faulty item return was refused

Last Christmas (2023), I bought my mother an expensive infrared heating pad, According to the website: “ FIR heat penetrates 3'' deep into muscles and bones. Ideal for arthritis, joint pain, and sports injuries.” My mom is in constant pain from numerous surgeries. She tried the heating pad - once - and it never came even close to being warm and she said it was like just like laying on a rag. She didn’t feel any relief. In fact, she didn’t feel anything at all. The website states,”If you are not satisfied with your purchase within 60 days, you can return it for a replacement or a refund. Returned products must be in a new, unused condition…” That’s the catch. When I tried to return it because it clearly did not work, Sharper Image would not allow a return because it was “used”. How do you know if something works or not if you don’t use it? What a colossal waste of money.

December 26, 2023
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Deals and discounts are total bogus

Deals and discounts are total bogus. For example, free shipping isn't free but rather a rewards credit. Complementary Gift card is indeed a gift card. Neither can be combined with each other, nor can they be combined with discount code for say, "Cyber Monday." So, in essence, they are useless even though they say they can be used on "ANY PURCHASE!" They got my money this time on their overpriced merchandise but never again.

November 29, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BUYER BEWARE

I ordered 4 items, rec’d no problem, I ordered 1 new item because I had a cash back. The catalog said the item cost $79.99 minus $29.95 cash back, free shipping rebate $15.95 should leave a balance $34.09. They charged my cc $91.37. I called them, no response, I emailed them at their customer service link, no response.THEN I GET AN EMAIL SAYING THE ITEM HAS BEEN SHIPPED! No one ships over night. All I can say is BUYER BEWARE-SCAM OUTFIT!!!!!!!!

December 5, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrendous Customer Service

Wish I had read these reviews prior to ordering. I ordered 1 each of 2 different products but didn’t think the order went through so I inadvertently ordered 2 more of 1 and 3 of another. Tried to return online, it states mailing label sent to email but never receive. Have talked with customer service twice and each time they insist they sent return labels to my email but never receive. I’m 66 and this is is the worse company and customer service I have ever encountered. Will never order from Sharper Image again. I guess I’m stuck with $300 of duplicate products!

November 20, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

infrared heating pad is completely…

infrared heating pad is completely contrary to what they advertise. It states the heating pad will shut off automatically after one hour. If it would stay on for more than 15 minutes it would seem like a miracle. This is the second one I purchased. The other one worked well but quit after 2 yrs. In order to return it they require the customer pay shipping. After paying $50 for a heating pad that doesn't work, I shouldn't have to pay return shipping. I am not surprised this company has such low ratings and has gone bankrupt.

October 19, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No words for how bad they are!

I looked at some heated slippers for my husband for Christmas, who needs nothing but likes gadgets. Thinking I had just stored them in the cart, I kept shopping elsewhere and forgot about them. When in reality I had purchased them but didn't notice until months later when I saw the charge. The slippers never arrived. I called CS and was told I had to provide an invoice. (Really-they have no records of sales?). Eventually I found the email and sent it in. I was told it was too late for a refund, but was offered a $25 certificate. All for a $150 purchase I made and received nothing. I tried numerous times to get a refund to no avail. Why on earth would I shop with them again? Steer clear on this place.

November 6, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ionic Comfort Quadra Poor Product & Poor CustomerService

Purchased an Ionic Comfort Quadra just over 2 yrs ago; went to remove the guts from housing and black handle broke 5/15/2024. Called Customer service, spoke with Logan who stated that the warranty for this expired 1/21/2024. His response was to send a replacement for same with 20% discount which is written on every catalog they send with free shipping. This is unacceptable as this item cost $379.99 2 years ago & Sharper Image is NOT standing behind their product. Sharper Image used to have a good reputation many years ago; currently they are POOR with equally POOR customer service. DO NOT purchase this product; it was a very expensive mistake. Sharper Image's decision is unconscionable & unacceptable given the cost of the item that can NO LONGER be used.

May 16, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Soothing sounds to relax you

Ordered their sound soother, as I need to hear something relaxing so I sleep well. The controls are simple. I love that there are 20 sounds to choose from: rain forest, surf, thunderstorms. I like to switch it up. I'm sleeping deeper for longer & waking up ready to go. Wish I'd have bought this years ago!

April 15, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never ever buy anything from this…

Never ever buy anything from this company! Got a weighted heated massaging pad as a gift. I have no box or receipt. Two months later it totally goes dead. I then called Sharper Image and they say its not their product and they give me another phone number and the person there says it not their product either. I get another number that is spoofed and out of service. Wow what great service! Not!

February 12, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I can not recommend this company nor…

I can not recommend this company nor will I purchase from them again. They mislead you on free shipping. It is not free. They give you a voucher for future use. I bought a $119.00 item and my refund after my return was for $98.00. I lost over $50.00. This is unconscionable. I am so disappointed.

February 1, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer service reps don't know what they are doing

i ordered a seat cushion thinking it was gel based. You had to blow it up. I had used my $69 rewards card as part of the payment to purchase it. I promptly returned the cushion and did not get the $69 rewards credit back. First customer service rep told me it was a cash back reward and it would be applied to my credit card. It wasn't. Second customer rep told me he would reissue the $69 . It didn't work when I tried to reorder a gel based chair cushion. 3rd rep told me that the $69 reward was just lost. I would have kept the air cushion and just resold it on my own had I known. Would never order from this company again. Told them to remove me from the catalog list. Used to be such a good company but it has went downhill fast.

December 4, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I bought something for $85 that I…

I bought something for $85 that I wanted to return and they would only refund $46.63. It was unopened and in my possession for 4 days. I will never use this company again. No one returns your calls in customer service or returns your emails.

December 7, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer service is horrible

Customer service is horrible! A mistake was made on shipping address and I immediately called to correct the mistake. Spent 4 hours on hold, asked for a retun call 3 times, and sent an email. NOTHING! The next morning I got someone on the phone and they told me it was confirmed for shipment and there’s nothing he can do! I will never order anything from them again as they do not have customer service support.

December 6, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not order from Sharper Image

Do not order from Sharper Image. I place an order for a Video Camera Bird Feeder and a Night Vision Binocular. The 1 item didn't generate an order number while the other one did. Fedex was to deliver the 1 item, but it didn't show up. I called SI - they are suppose to send another item to a FedEx store for me to pick up, but so far I haven't received a tracking # for it (7 days ago). The other item didn't generate an order #, but I was charged via PayPal. The customer service rep said that she couldn't do anything about that item as it isn't showing up as ordered in the system - but she did offer to give me 20% off + free shipping if I would order it AGAIN wit her. I filed a claim via PayPal. SI says it was delivered and PayPal has closed the case. This item wasn't ordered, wasn't supposedly delivered. I'll pursue getting my money back for the 1 item and hopefully a replacement for the other, but it's turned into a nightmare. I'll stick with Amazon and local stores from now on. It's quite disappointing. I use to love SI in the day.

December 1, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very Dissappointed with Sharper Image

The product, a gift, was expensive, cheaply made, and did not fit together very well. Never used it, mounted it, or removed all from the box. It went right back immediately. They will not refund via original payment, but offer only a "gift certificate" which is unwanted. In other words, once they have your money, goodbye Jack! $100+ gone. Merry Christmas. Who does this?

November 29, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BUYER BEWARE

Do not buy their towel warmer! It had to be replaced 3 times and on the 3rd time, we opted for a refund based on the shoddy product with their brand on it, and they refused to refund our money.

September 28, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought the misting fan

Bought the misting fan. What a piece of junk. No mist and a hand held fan gives off more air. They charged me $70 to ship back and restocking fee. This was the second item I bought from them that didn’t work. All their products are GARBAGE!

August 3, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Deceptive claims

I order a personal care item. It said no returns with personal care. I received it and it did not work as advertised. I did not want a replacement but a refund. The replacement would just have the same problem. Very deceptive description.

At the same time I ordered and received a mosquito trap that said it emitted co to attract mosquitos. I used it for three days and not “ ONE” mosquito only little moths.
I read great reviews on their website. Obviously all rigged. I will never buy from Sharper Image again.
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July 24, 2023
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