topic Re: Amazon Prime in Q Talk

Amazon Prime

Sheila P-Burg — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:33:26 GMT

I am an Amazon Prime member and order from them a lot (love the next day and two day delivery). Never thought of checking what I was thinking of buying from QVC at Amazon UNTIL I started reading the different posts. If I could I would kick myself! I compared Amazon's Jim Shore prices and on three (3) items paid almost double the price PLUS paid for the shipping. I want to thank the individuals who mentioned Amazon. Once again, lesson learned.

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Nightowlz — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:35:22 GMT

You can probably find most everything Q sells or something similar for a far better price if you just search for it online.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:38:29 GMT

I'll never buy clothing from Amazon, although other things may be okay. I've tried shoes and they arrived looking shop-worn and used.

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jlrbr — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:40:48 GMT

I'm certain this will get me in trouble, however, there are VC handbags at TJ Maxx that are 39.99, on the Q for 149.99. There are a few pieces of clothing, current styles, that are 70.00 plus on the Q and less than 30.00 at the Maxx.

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Sheila P-Burg — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:40:59 GMT

Learning that! Someone mentioned that one of the candles QVC sells are now being sold by Kohls (plus different coupon discounts) at a cheaper prices. Gonna check that out too! I am so glad I accidentally found this forum!!!

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jlrbr — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:47:51 GMT

Yes those candles are at Kohls.... Great coupons now

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loriqvc — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:48:46 GMT

@Kachina624 - That's interesting; one of the main reasons (along with poor quality and shipping costs) I don't buy much clothing from QVC is because when I do, I often receive orders that smell so strongly of other buyers' perfume that I don't dare open the bag (and I never buy "as is" clothing, so that's very frustrating). I get most of my clothes from Amazon and even have a Prime Wardrobe order arriving today, which allows me to try things on at no charge—I only pay for what I want to keep and send everything else back, all on Amazon's dime. Love it!

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SharonZ — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:53:13 GMT

I buy a lot of shoes and clothing from Amazon, and I've never had issue with them arriving looking worn and/or used.

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jlrbr — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:53:32 GMT

I've received 4 BFD items clearly worn, the hair on one was unbelievable. Not to mention the smoke odor on another. I gave up. Received a very worn handbag as well. None were "as is " items.

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jlrbr — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:56:14 GMT

Wonder if JB, the genius that conjured up Amazon, has made a run at the Q?

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Shanus — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:57:29 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
I'll never buy clothing from Amazon, although other things may be okay. I've tried shoes and they arrived looking shop-worn and used.

@Kachina624 I'm sorry that happened and you had a bad experience. Just last week, I saw a waterproof pr. of Clark's ankle boots for $134 on Q and only $58 from Amazon. Better yet, they arrived the next day w/o shipping, original box and brand new. I check Amazon before purchasing anything.

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QVCkitty1 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 17:17:58 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
I'll never buy clothing from Amazon, although other things may be okay. I've tried shoes and they arrived looking shop-worn and used.

My Clark's arrived this AM. ( 2 day delivery ) in perfect shape and 10.00 cheaper than the Q.

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Nbo — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 17:36:44 GMT

@jlrbr wrote:
Wonder if JB, the genius that conjured up Amazon, has made a run at the Q?

He owns Amazon Studios so maybe he will come after QVC. He could be watching and learning.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 17:57:43 GMT

@loriqvc wrote:
@Kachina624 - That's interesting; one of the main reasons (along with poor quality and shipping costs) I don't buy much clothing from QVC is because when I do, I often receive orders that smell so strongly of other buyers' perfume that I don't dare open the bag (and I never buy "as is" clothing, so that's very frustrating). I get most of my clothes from Amazon and even have a Prime Wardrobe order arriving today, which allows me to try things on at no charge—I only pay for what I want to keep and send everything else back, all on Amazon's dime. Love it!

@loriqvc. I have to strongly disagree. I find Q clothing to be of excellent quality. I've literally placed hundreds of clothing orders over the past 30+ years, have often received returns but have never received a piece that wasn't in pristine condition. Certainly never got anything that SMELLED of perfume.

I guess we all have our favorite places to shop.

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Mj12 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:17:00 GMT

We have ordered a lot of shoes from Amazon - men's dress shoes, hiking shoes, boots, sneakers, even swim shoes. Never received anything used. That is odd.

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Mj12 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:16:17 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
You can probably find most everything Q sells or something similar for a far better price if you just search for it online.

Yes 99% of the time. Earlier this year the Q had a Dyson cordless TSV; I comparison shopped everywhere - shockingly, QVC had the best price, so I bought it here. But yes, it is rare.

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Daysdee — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:24:17 GMT

Best to check around for pricing. Earlier this year I bought shoes that were a Clark's TSV that day at Macy's for $10.00 less and free shipping so I saved $15.00 plus the difference in tax.

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jlrbr — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:30:38 GMT

Once you receive a 200.00 handbag, thrown in a brown box. No tags. Nothing. Smelling of smoke and obviously extremely used, at that point it's time to step back. That item should have never been resold.

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Susan Louise — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 18:31:47 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
I'll never buy clothing from Amazon, although other things may be okay. I've tried shoes and they arrived looking shop-worn and used.

@Sheila P-Burg I agree with @Kachina624 I have seen others complain here about buying shoes/boots/clothes cheaper at Amazon, but they looked worn/used. Additionally, I remember that some of the individuals mentioned reading the reviews 1st and still they wound up with less than perfect items. Just be mindful of what you do get cheaper and where.

We are also Amazon Prime members and buy quite a bit, but careful of not getting some things there

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BlueFinch — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 19:41:34 GMT

Damaged, or used items can happen with any online order. It's becoming the luck of the draw. What's important is how quickly CS responds. I've only had one problem item and QVC was prompt and efficient. Things happen.

That said, being retired now, I need to work within my budget. I will still purchase from the Q, with some items, but I'll check with Amazon prior, since I have Prime.

I've purchased from just about every category they offer, finding great deals. I do avoid much of the clothing (sizing is a headache), but have ordered shoes many times including Alegria and Earth brands, plus all my athletic shoes. They've all arrived new, as described, and in pristine condition.

I even ordered a 60" TV and the transaction was smooth as gravy. Love that TV.

Just be a savvy review reader. The site has been fraught with blown up reviews and manipulation. You need to read between the lines.

You might also benefit from reviewing online complaints about the high number of members who have been hacked. I was one of them. I'm furious that with all the innovations they've made, in offering and moving merchandise, that they haven't done more with security.