Happy and surprised My order was a little delayed though their customer service rep was great. When my chair arrived, it was fantastic. They followed up on my order and even gave me some credit. I wasn't expecting that.

membership fees are a total rip-off, almost everything is out-of-stock! This site charges an annual membership fee for access, but gives you those fees back in the form of monthly credits to use towards purchases. If you're making purchases monthly, it seems like a great bargain. However, almost everything is out of stock, so finding something to purchase is nearly impossible. Then, ontop of that, shipping charges are insane (lowest rate is $22), but there is free shipping for orders over $75. Again, ok, that's not so bad.... BUT if any item is on sale in your order (even if there are regular priced items ALSO in the order), the monthly credits cannot be applied, because it's considered a stacking discount. The only way to cure that issue would be to make TWO orders: one with no discounted items, so that the credits can be applied, and one with all the discounted or on-sale items. However, the credits per month are only $15, but shipping is $22. So that means, the $15 credit is USELESS, and is a wash for shipping charges, unless you spend at least $150 ($75 per order). The site is absolute garbage and I will not be renewing after my annual membership expires.

The Essential went the extra mile! I've been an a customer of The Essential since they launched as Move Grocery back in 2020. Loved their expansion and growth ever since, and have been a consistent customer since the beginning. For the first time, several months ago, I had an issue with an order that promised 1-3 week shipping that eventually stretched into 3 months. Their customer service staff worked with me literally every few weeks to try and get me my order, which I finally received this week. Their consistent responses and assistance finally paid dividends. I am so impressed with their engagement, support and effort - they turned a potentially negative experience into a reaffirmation of the company. The Essential did a great job. And I love everything that they offer. Check them out if you haven't already, you will not be disappointed!

Terrible customer service well for a very short time this company seemed to get its act together WRONG. Placed last order on July 31 today is Sept. 14 contacted CS and after a late reply no dry ice really nothing listed on website. Finally shipped and tracking says damaged sent back. Now zero communication from CS cant call it customer service. What a shame good products crap for service. What could they do better well try customer service.

The merchandise itself is good, BUT The merchandise itself is good - once it finally arrives! Shipping estimates are always wrong, add two to three months minimum to what they list. It's a dark pattern, they have been in business long enough to have data that would allow for a truthful estimate. They certainly should have the capacity to proactively communicate delays. Sorry the essential, you've fooled me more than twice now - shame on me.