For many, online shopping is practically an everyday occurrence, and for the most part, things usually go to plan. However, there are times when the thing you ordered does not arrive quite as described. These people, on the other hand, had some of the worst online shopping fails known to man.
If you've suffered the same fate while online shopping, hopefully, this gallery makes you feel just a little less alone...
Not Cutting It
The weirdest part about this purchase is that the frame itself is the same, but the cushions aren't remotely close to the product photo. The craziest part of all of these fails, is when you ask yourself, "did the seller really think this would pass as the actual product?"
Failing to Sea the Difference
It would seem that the seller doesn't exactly know what a mermaid is given the state of this product. Sorry to ruin your mermaid dreams, ma'am, but you won't get very far in the ocean with that thing.
Just Not The Same
Sadly, this girl fell victim to the overseas fast-fashion brands that love to scam buyers. The "jean" material was just loose fabric that mimicked denim, and if you know denim, you know there's just no faking it. This was an epic fail of a purchase.
The Tiniest Chair
While technically this was an oversight on the buyer, it's still hilarious to think that he received this package and opened it up to find a miniature chair inside. Always make sure to check the dimensions, people, and if the price of an item seems too good to be true, it probably is...
An Odd Choice
Somebody thought that this person who ordered flowers would be okay with some green onions instead. Look, substitutions are okay sometimes, but read the room, pal... they ordered flowers.
Hard Nope
Honestly, this seems like a buyer-error. If you can't see how badly the photoshop job is on the listing photo, then you probably deserved this scam. At the same time, though, that's some real false advertising.
Nearly Identical
The garment itself was a bit bold to order to begin with, but clearly the proportions on the product listing weren't exactly correct. This is one of those fashion no-nos that you just have to admit you can't pull off no matter what it looks like.
Well, This Won't Work
This guy wanted to buy a tent for a festival but didn't want to break the bank. Luckily, he found a cheap one on Amazon. Tragically, it was a mini "display" tent...
The Tiniest Poof
Somethings tells us a pair of slippers isn't exactly fitting on that tiny poof this person was sent. Sometimes, you just don't get what you pay for. It seems only Tom Thumb would love a purchase like this.
Oh, Dear
Well, this might not pass the school's dress code. Sadly, this young lady is going to have to find a new dress to wear to her school formal, because this one just isn't going to cut it.
False Advertising
This product has over 800 reviews and 4.5 stars, that's the strangest part of this ordeal. Either those are all fake reviews, or someone at the seller's company thought this would be one hilarious prank.
Mini Meals
This iron skillet could easily work in a kitchen... for mice. This tiny little thing sure is odd, but hey, tiny meal cooking is kind of in right now. Perhaps the seller was doing this person a favor...
Nailed It!
As far as wedding cakes go, this one goes down in history as a pretty epic baking fail. It looks like a six-year-old decided to bake this one, although, honestly, a six-year-old might've even done a better job.
A Hard Pass
The fact that this guy bought a bear mask in the first place is unsettling, but the one he received certainly doesn't match the listing image. Look at the high-top haircut—is this an 80's style bear?
If the Cat Fits...
The sizing wasn't exactly correct on this top, and cat the flip flop are there as proof. So, don't waste your money buying this item, even the cat hated it.
Kitten School
Assuming his nephew is a human and not a cat, this didn't exactly go as planned. But hey, at the least the cat got a cool new rucksack out of this whole ordeal. There's always a positive spin.
Surprise--Unicorns Aren't Real
They say not to judge a book by its cover, but in this case, that was exactly how the buyer knew they got a fast one pulled on them. Somehow, this clipart unicorn made it into this faux illustrative unicorn calendar.
Silver Lining
This person bought a hallway runner, and well, this was the result. Instead of making a big stink of it, though, they found another use for the tiny runner and discovered that it makes a great bookmark. How's that for seeing the silver lining?
Pool of Misery
The first photo shows what the company was offering, but they simply used photo magic to make the product look much bigger than it was. You could fit maybe five people that tiny little pool at most. Now, we're not judging, but the listing might have had the dimensions listed, and that's the first place you should look when making an online purchase.
Size "Large"
Either that is a GIANT-sized dog, or the "large" coat wasn't exactly sized correctly. While it was advertised for large breed dogs, this size didn't really work for this good boy. It's okay, dogs don't need clothes.
Sully?
It kind of looks like they sent her an A Bugs Life costume instead of a Monsters Inc. costume. The most shocking part about this is that someone actually sewed that costume and thought "well, close enough!"
Halloween Fail
This girl wanted to go hard for Halloween without breaking the bank, She was excited to find a cheap pair of boots online for her costume, but that quickly dissipated when she actually saw them in person...
Yeezy Slippers
This is what happens when you buy knockoffs, you really never know what you're going to get. There are scammers everywhere, especially in the shoe world! At least those slippers look pretty comfortable.
Tiny But Mighty
Imagine how hilarious this unboxing was—they opened up a tiny box not knowing what it was and then voilá, two tiny chairs. It's probably safe to assume that they didn't get much use.
Just One Shoe
The buyer said that the seller only posted a photo of a shoe but didn't actually think that there was only one shoe for sale. Buyer beware: make sure you clarify that you want to buy a pair of shoes!
Good Joke
The first shirt in itself is a bit much, but the one that was actually sent goes above and beyond. This person deserves their money back for this prank!
More Like a Towel
The online posting seemed legitimate enough, so how come this guy ended up getting a tiny blanket for mice? It's not like there were different sizes and he picked the smallest one... Something went terribly wrong.
They're A Bit... Off
These are definitely cat rings, no doubt about it. Unfortunately, the fact that they're right side up kind of defeats the purpose... They look more like fish than cats!
Not Made For Larger Cats
This cat mother wanted a fun cat tree for her fur baby. On the website, it said that it could withstand larger cats, and her cat was a hefty one. The website's claim turned out to be very, very false.
Missed the Mark
Apparently, some flower companies are notorious for this type of service... They get extra money for a "custom" order and then opt for the cheapest bouquet. That's rough!
Half a Kayak
When most people order things, they expect the entire product. This guy ordered a kayak and figured that he'll get a full kayak. Nope! In the online shopping world, you only get half a kayak. That's just how it goes.
They Were Close!
This customer ordered the dress on the left and received the shirt on the right. At least they have the same pattern...? It's just a bit off, though.
Well, These Won't Work
This guy wanted to buy new motorcycling boots. Honestly, rainboots are not a good substitute. At least they kind of look like the boots he ordered, right?
Princess Leia Fail
This was everything that came with the costume. No belt. No wig. Just this weird piece of fabric.
What Happened Here?
This is genuinely confusing. Why wouldn't this person think that they were getting a Star Trek shirt? It must have been a bit jarring to see this completely different shirt. Yes, it's yellow, but it's not the shirt that this person ordered!
It's Somewhat Similar
Yet another object that would be perfect for a cat or a small dog! How could a company think that they could get away with this? Sure, it might be the same material but it is not the same size whatsoever.
A Bit Small
The mittens are supposed to be on the hips, right? When she ordered a small, she wasn't thinking it would be a sweater fit for a dog!
Twenty One Pie-lots
Even the biggest Twenty One Pilots fan would appreciate this. No, it's not what this fan ordered, but it's most definitely what they needed. No return needed.
I'm No Electrician...
That doesn't look like a light bulb, right? Honestly, it kind of looks like a fidget spinner. Maybe this company specializes in light bulbs and fidget spinners and someone messed up?
Something Isn't Right...
Ordering wigs can be terrifying. It's always best to try and get them in person somewhere. This person learned the hard way...
A Tiny Hold Up
This guy wanted to buy a toy gun for a skit he was making with his friends, so he searched up "toy gun" and bought the first legit-looking product. Well, it's definitely a toy. For Barbies, maybe. Guess they'll have to improvise...
Big College Purchase!
She wanted a door length mirror for her college dorm. So, she went to Amazon, typed in "door length mirror," and bought one. This was the result.
My Brand New Xbox
This is just plain rude. This guy tried to buy someone's Xbox One on Facebook and ended up with this... The guy who scammed him didn't even have enough ink to print the picture correctly. He must have really needed the money?
ASOS, You Okay?
Having a variety in jean length is always a plus for clothing brands. This guy literally got more than be bargained for when he bought these bands. Those pants don't look like they were made for anyone!
Maybe She Didn't See?
To be fair, Nicole put this note in the delivery instructions. The delivery drivers don't do anything about the packaging! This was definitely her mistake. Let's just hope Mom didn't see that...
They Tried
This is mean, Colleen. They obviously tried their best! Maybe giving the bear googly eyes was a mistake, but who cares! At least the flowers look nice.
Always Check the Dimensions
It's definitely a bummer that this guy spent over $100 on a toy dresser, but this could have been avoided... Always check the dimensions of the furniture!
They Probably Won't Notice, Right?
How do these companies think that no one will notice that these clothes are not the same? It's not even like they're not fitting her right, they're not the same fabric or color! Hopefully, she got her money back.
A Carpet For Ants
This area carpet would look fabulous in an ants entryway or living room. The one customer review should have been a red flag in itself... I wonder what it said?
A Bit Alarming
This is the same bear, but with all of the life sucked out of him. The store didn't clarify that the customer had to buy their own stuffing! A deflated teddy bear is hard to look at...
Happy Prom!
This poor girl just wanted to look like an 18th-century princess. Instead, she got a dress that looked like it was rejected from Hot Topic. Prom dress scams are the worst.
Which Is Which?
Honestly, it's not clear which photo was advertised and which is the scam, but still. They're obviously very different from each other, which is the problem!
Speaking of Prom Dress Scams...
China is at the heart of prom dress scams. At least they tried to embody the dress they were scamming online... It has the same general look, but the vibes are way off. Also, the color is absolutely horrendous.
A Hilarious Typo
This mother wanted to get a cute cake for her daughter's 21st birthday. She did get a cute cake and it was super well made... But, the mom made a drastic mistake. Instead of typing "blond", she typed "blind" and this was the result...
Work It
This is not the shirt that he wanted... It's the shirt that he needed. Let's hope that he kept it so he could show off at the gym.
Technically, This Is What You Ordered
The wording may have been a little confusing, but it is as advertised! It's a dinosaur kid pillowcase, as in, a dinosaur and a kid pillowcase. A bit creepy, though.
Runs a Bit Small
At least her forehead will be moisturized... Well, minus the eyes and mouth holes. Maybe this was a face mask for a newborn baby?
At Least She's Workin' It
These people probably just had the fabric and decided to make some money off of it without actually making the product. Hopefully, she got some use out of this!
Tragic Fail
Yeah, this looks like a Barbie chair for sure. Yet another reason to make sure that you read the dimensions of the product!
Gag Gift
This would make a good gag gift. Sadly, this person did try to buy the book and spent the money just to be pranked. Honestly, good on the seller, because that book is terrible.
Maybe its a DIY?
This seller literally just sent the customer a package of dirty rope. It could be used as a DIY, but it should probably just be thrown away or returned. Those blankets are usually expensive though, so this was probably bought for cheap...
Very Long Legs
There was a weird miscommunication about the legs... "The legs are like 4 feet long," Savannah wrote in her review. Yeah, awful is definitely the right word for this monstrosity.
Not Quite Russia
Obviously, this was just a mix up at the packaging facility, but still pretty funny nonetheless. Packing orders of tiny flags must get hard on the brain!
Definitely Deadpool
At least you can tell that the costume is supposed to be Deadpool... Unfortunately, it's not as cool as the one that was advertised online. That's a scam!
How Should I Do That?
They wanted photo evidence of a package that never showed up... How exactly? Did they want a tour of her home to prove that they weren't hiding in there?
Red's His Color
Even though they totally gave this guy someone else's order, he's working that dress. Red is his color!
A Backpack For Cats!
The cat doesn't look too thrilled to be wearing that backpack, but at least he's keeping it on. The cat owner, on the other hand, is probably pretty disappointed that their new backpack only fits the cat.
A Disservice
This loyal Brit wanted a commemorative plate for Prince Harry and Megan's wedding... She quickly regretted commissioning an artist for one.
He Sees All
People love to decorate for Christmas. One family wanted an inflatable Santa for their front yard. They weren't expecting him to be as tall as their house! He really does see everything now.
Also True
Even though this wasn't the patch he ordered, it was deifnitely a patch that he vibed with. Personally, I'd keep it.
One Last Prom Fail
So many girls have run into this problem... There must be some secret rule on this site that they only show the end goal of the dress, but the actual dress.