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Furniture Retailer
2.8
16 approved reviews
Crate and Barrel vs IKEA: Customer Reviews Compared
This comparison is based on approved customer reviews on Furniture Brand Reviews. It compares ratings, review count, delivery feedback, product quality, customer service, returns and complaint signals without favouring either brand.
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Furniture Retailer
4.2
1000 approved reviews
Comparison guide
How to read this Crate and Barrel vs IKEA comparison
This page compares Crate and Barrel and IKEA using approved customer reviews on Furniture Brand Reviews. It is intended to help shoppers compare current review signals, not to declare one furniture brand universally better than another. The most useful signal is usually the combination of average rating, review count and the written review context behind the numbers.
What this comparison can tell you
The comparison can show how many approved reviews each brand has, how customers rate them, and whether review text commonly mentions delivery, product quality, customer service, returns or complaint-related issues. Across both brands, this comparison currently draws on 1016 approved reviews.
What this comparison cannot prove
It cannot prove that every future order will match past reviews, and it should not replace checking product details, delivery terms, return policies and the brand's own website. A brand with fewer reviews may have less reliable patterns, while a brand with many reviews may show a broader range of customer experiences.
Delivery, quality and service signals
7 approved reviews mention delivery for Crate and Barrel. 2 approved reviews mention delivery for IKEA. Product quality and customer service mentions should be read as prompts for deeper review reading, especially for large furniture orders where delays, damage or support response can affect the overall buying experience.
How complaint signals are handled
Complaint signals are counted conservatively from low-rated approved reviews and review text that mentions problems such as damage, delays, refunds, returns or poor service. They are not legal findings and should not be treated as proof that a brand is unsafe or dishonest. Read the full reviews before making a decision.
Summary comparison table
| Brand | Average rating | Review count | 5-star percentage | 1-star percentage | Most mentioned topics | Full profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crate and Barrel | 2.8 | 16 | 19% | 38% | Product quality, Delivery, Website ordering experience | View reviews |
| IKEA | 4.2 | 1000 | 53% | 5% | Product quality, Value for money, Assembly | View reviews |
Rating comparison
Crate and Barrel
5-star19%
4-star19%
3-star19%
2-star6%
1-star38%
IKEA
5-star53%
4-star30%
3-star6%
2-star7%
1-star5%
What customers mention
Delivery mentions
7 reviews
2 reviews
Product quality mentions
12 reviews
639 reviews
Customer service mentions
3 reviews
0 reviews
Returns/refunds mentions
2 reviews
135 reviews
Complaint signals
7 reviews
179 reviews
Who might compare Crate and Barrel?
Shoppers may want to read Crate and Barrel reviews if they are comparing brands by current approved customer ratings, delivery feedback, product quality comments and after-sales experience.
Read Crate and Barrel reviewsWho might compare IKEA?
Shoppers may want to read IKEA reviews if they need more context on customer service, delivery timing, quality mentions, returns or complaint signals before choosing a furniture brand.
Read IKEA reviewsDelivery feedback comparison
Delivery is mentioned in 7 approved reviews for Crate and Barrel and 2 approved reviews for IKEA. Reviews may refer to courier experience, delivery timing, tracking or arrival condition.
Product quality comparison
Product quality is mentioned in 12 approved reviews for Crate and Barrel and 639 approved reviews for IKEA. Reviews may refer to materials, comfort, build quality, finish or durability.
Customer service comparison
Customer service is mentioned in 3 approved reviews for Crate and Barrel and 0 approved reviews for IKEA. Reviews may refer to response times, support quality, email communication or issue resolution.
Complaints comparison
Some approved reviews mention issues such as delivery delays, product condition, returns or customer service. This section is based only on published customer reviews on Furniture Brand Reviews and does not make claims beyond the visible review data.
Latest reviews from both brands
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Kat
Verified customer
I had been a loyal customer and card…
I was disappointed with the quality of the lighting item during this Crate and Barrel purchase. The lighting item did not arrive or perform in the condition I expected. The return or refund side left a poor impression. The result made the lighting item purchase more stressful than it needed to be.
SS
Sofia Smi
Verified customer
The worst quality
After the look of the furniture, I would be careful about ordering from Crate and Barrel again. The furniture did not arrive or perform in the condition I expected. The return or refund side left a poor impression. A faster resolution would have changed how I felt about Crate and Barrel.
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milan
Verified customer
Decided to shop with IKEA and came away…Good experience overall
The strongest part of this IKEA purchase was the overall experience. Overall, the order felt straightforward and left me satisfied. I would be happy to use IKEA again based on this order.
DB
Doris B
Verified customer
IKEA needs to improve its coordination with its delivery partners and provide accurate information
The shipping process on my IKEA order did not meet my expectations. I expected clearer delivery information from IKEA. I expected clearer answers once the order became difficult. I would advise checking everything carefully before ordering from IKEA.
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Mm
Verified customer
If you wanna be plagued by never-ending emails and texts
Looking at this Crate and Barrel experience, the point about if you wanna be plagued by never-ending emails and texts was the part that stood out to me. The service on my Crate and Barrel order did not meet my expectations. The communication made the problem feel harder to resolve than it needed to be. The experience left me with little confidence in ordering again soon. After this, I would want a much clearer process before buying from Crate and Barrel again.
LM
Lee Murphy
Verified customer
Package lost and getting no help
My main issue with Crate and Barrel came down to the customer support. I expected clearer delivery information from Crate and Barrel. I expected clearer answers once the order became difficult. The result made the furniture purchase more stressful than it needed to be.
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FAQ
How is the Crate and Barrel vs IKEA comparison calculated?
This page compares approved customer reviews for Crate and Barrel and IKEA, including average rating, review count, delivery mentions, product quality mentions, customer service mentions and complaint signals.
Does Furniture Brand Reviews decide whether Crate and Barrel or IKEA is better?
No. The comparison shows current approved review data and avoids making unsupported claims about which brand is better.
Can I read the full Crate and Barrel and IKEA reviews?
Yes. Each brand has a full review profile where you can read approved customer reviews and write your own review.
Are pending reviews included in this comparison?
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