Reader's Digest Reviews

I was never sent my second copy, February's, of Reader's Digest. This was the first time I had ever subscribed to them. When I contacted customer service, I was told my next edition would be the March/April issue. When I replied & said you did NOT address my issue, I never heard from them again. This is why they "auto-renew" your subscription, because that's the only way they can guarantee subscribers. Waste of money even if the cost is a penny! Would not recommend.

I am frustrated with the billing practices Reader's Digest (RD) uses to try to trick me into renewing my subscription earlier than needed. I paid for a new 1 year subscription in April, then got a panicky looking "3rd notice" of exploration pending in September. If I didn't keep good records I would be tricked into renewing again. I've been a subscriber with RD for many years and notice this happens a lot. I would like these "offers" to show my actual exploration date somewhere.

After they debited my Bank Account for $29.98 /2 yr. Subscription/, on June 20, 2025, they sent me TWICE/!/ the Renewal letter, telling me that I have Only 3 Issues left! My attempt to reach their Customer Service failed, because they Do Not Recognize the Account Number!! Already Previously I Had Problem with their Automatic Renewal of their Condensed Books /I was holding 2 jobs, and Could Not find time for reading/.

RD has been auto-charging $45. (2x in April) my card for 2 years w/out my permission. $90 for a year subscription!! I get coupon cards inside the magazine for $12 renewals. Anyone else have this problem? I’ve contacted RD 4x for a refund and NO response whatsoever. What to do next?

I enjoyed the magazine so much many years ago. I saw a special offer and signed up for it. Then I received an special offer for a book at a discount and purchased it. I expected advance notice and the price in advance before receiving any additional books so that I could decide if I wanted it but that didn't happen. Another book arrived and I wrote refused return to sender on the unopened box and returned it at the post office. I was billed for it anyway and that's how I found out the price of the book.

BEWARE - they will continue to bill you for renewals long after you have cancelled your subscription. I just got "dinged" for another $30.98 renewal fee (when their advertised price is $10 for a year). They are unethical cheats, so I warn you to avoid anything to do with Reader's Digest.

This is a sorry excuse for a periodical. So thin and uninteresting, ridiculous. The publisher should be ashamed and embarrassed. Does anyone need a fall vaccination guide. May as well read AARP for Pete’s sake.

I have been a customer of Reader’s Digest for many years. I had a book accidentally sent to me (which I did not remember ordering), and the Customer Service Dept. replied in an email promptly, kindly and efficiently. They made sure that the outcome to my request was satisfying. If I did not order it, I would not be charged. They updated my account, and facilitated it immediately. They were really wonderful to deal with, and I had no issues whatsoever. Since they made it right, I will be a customer for years to come.

Conned us.. Paid 999 through online portal and received first copy after two months and numerous e mails.. And that's it.. That's that.. No monthly copy received since August and the customer service lays in slumber. You guys literally maligned my memories with Reader's Digest. Never buying one again.

I enjoy reading Jason Buhrmester's columns. He is new to Reader's Digest. I look forward to reading his columns in the future. I enjoyed the picture of him and his two sons too. I hope they can look back on it too as they get older! Welcome to R.D. Hope to be hearing from you a long time!