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Top positive review

21 Aug 2023
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The order I made was despatched quickly and collected by the couriers you use and it arrived in the UK alright but everything has gone wrong from there. UPS the UK side of the delivery are totally useless. They have not delivered the package yet and it has been in their hands since 08/08/2023. They are blaming a Customs hold up in the release of my delivery. They have so far sent me 14 stupid messages telling me that the package will be delivered the next day but nothing happens. It appears that the UPS staff in the UK and their computer system are totally useless. Do not use UPS UK for anything. I have made 2 phone calls to them and the staff in the UPS office just keep telling me that the package needs Customs clearance for a £14 lens hood!

Top negative review

10 Aug 2023
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Absolutely disgraceful customer service. Firstly our first order with the company does not show in our account, having been assured it would be fixed straight away, it still does not show. The items arrived and so far seem ok, so we made another purchase giving them the benefit of the doubt. BIG MISTAKE. Having identified our email address had been added incorrectly and not being able to update it via the website, we were told they would fix it straight away, we are now locked out of our account. The second order we made got stuck in customs, it was very clear from the UPS tracker this had happened, having contacted Photospecialist the first day it did not arrive we were told they would fix it straight away. The next day the same thing happened, it was clear the item was still stuck in customs. We contacted their support again and after around half an hour wasted time found out not only had the previous support agent not even bothered to contact UPS, they were refusing to speak to us and refusing to give UPS a telephone call. The person responsible was hiding behind one of the girls who was speaking to me (Who we thank for trying her best) they were literally refusing to speak to us and sending messages to and from via this poor girl who was landed in the middle of all this. Our emails regarding this subject were all ignored and we received no written response regarding the issue. We were told we would be called back in two hours with a solution, when that call happened we were told they still had not contacted UPS. We went back and forth for over an hour trying to get the person dealing with this speak to us, who continued to refuse, and trying to get them to agree to pick up the phone and contact UPS. We were continually told it was impossible for them to call UPS, a straight out lie. I informed them multiple times all they need to do is pick up the phone and call them, they continued to refuse to do that, and the person responsible continued to refuse to speak to me. Bearing in mind this is how they treat customers that have spent nearly 1000 GBP with them in the last 3 weeks. We contacted UPS ourselves, and within 5 minutes had found out the item was indeed stuck at customs, and that it should be arriving tomorrow. Instead of Photospecialist picking up the phone to try and resolve this, it took two days of being messed around before we finally got the answer ourselves. Photospecialist gained and lost a customer within the space of 3 weeks due to their pathetic customer service (Aside from the girl we spoke to). Do not buy with this company, their company, website and customer support is an absolute joke.
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26 Aug 2023
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I’m sorry to say that I can only give 1 star. The website is misleading and doesn’t suggest the company is based in NL. Therefore shipping is international and as a result, sent via UPS who give poor customer service. My parcel didn’t arrive, despite ordering 11 days before needed. I paid £9.99 postage and they won’t give me a refund until they have received their goods back from UPS. No one told me they were running behind. I have had to purchase elsewhere and have to wait for my refund of nearly 2 weeks. Very poor and won’t use again.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
28 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving this review. I am so sorry this has happened. We have found the solution and are working hard to get everything delivered for you. You have recieved an email last week about this. Again I am very sorry about this.
26 Aug 2023
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abysmal

delivery of items has gone smoothly in the past but this time the item is stuck at uk customs, this would suggest that either photospecialist admin has changed something or uk customs has changed something. PS sent email that item would be released the next day" but it was an empty promise as the item is still going no where.
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30 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving this review. I am so sorry this has happened. We have found the solution and are working hard to get everything delivered for you. You have recieved an email last week about this. Again I am very sorry about this.
25 Aug 2023
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Paid £9.99 for delivery, product was meant to arrive on 17th August, intended to be used on my wedding day on the 19th for our photo guestbook. Kept getting messages it was delayed. Arrived over a week after it was meant to on 25th. Don’t even need or want them anymore! Awful service.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
25 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving this review. I am very sorry that this has take so long, there were custom issues with UPS that we were trying to solve as fast as we could. You recieved our email about the delay on your package. My apologies for the inconviences.
25 Aug 2023
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Next to impossible to get communications from this company as the email addresses don't work. I didn't receive a vat invoice with my goods, or on payment, which I would have expected. There is no notification of shipment, nor updates on progress. I couldn't recommend them
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
25 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving this review. We have had a lot of difficulties with our emailaddress that we have been trying to solve this asap. I see you recieved our email about the delay on your package. My apologies for the inconviences.
24 Aug 2023
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Not great, paid for goods that haven't arrived

I ordered a tether cable on 2 weeks ago, UPS tracking a complete shambles, I still haven't received my item, mo idea when it will arrive. Communication with PhotoSpecialist fair good and timely, however no solution offered, I requested a refund which they agreed to but on return of the goods, which I haven't received, but have paid for. I've ordered from different supplier as I need it for a project and couldn't wait indefinitely.
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25 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue.
22 Aug 2023
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Would not recommend

My order has been stuck at the point of import into the UK for two weeks. Photospecialist has been assuring me they’re working hard on solving the problem, but there has been zero progress + they stopped responding to my emails. I have had good experiences with Kamera Express in the Netherlands when I lived there, but they’re clearly not ready to run a webshop in the UK while their warehouse is in the Netherlands.
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23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue
21 Aug 2023
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Still waiting for my order!!

I never received a confirmation order or invoice despite payment made - I had to call them so that would send it via email. I have not yet received the parcel though … nearly three weeks now!
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue
20 Aug 2023
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Avoid at all costs

In my opinion they are no more than a scam. Keep away from them. I’d like to say their customer service is awful but its much worse, it’s non existent.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
21 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. I see that my colleague has contacted you today. We will keep contact via email, so we can solve this issue.
20 Aug 2023
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Custom and delivery
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue
19 Aug 2023
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Great price.....SHOCKING delivery policy

Great price.....absolutely SHOCKING delivery service because they use UPS. Nearly 3 weeks on since my order and no parcel, and now just been told that UPS are returning my parcel to the sender as they didn't provide the information needed for my parcel to clear customs. Just don't bother - not worth it....
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue
19 Aug 2023
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It actually deserves zero stars. No company should advertise its wares if it cannot supply them. It is 2 weeks since I placed my order: I asked for a refund but this has not been granted. Obfuscation and excuses are all I get. Unacceptable level of customer service.
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23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue.
19 Aug 2023
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Untrustworthy

Little to no communication about my parcel delays, errors providing correct data for customs clearance, lack of respect for consumer protection laws in countries they trade in. Treat customers with contempt. Trustpilot and Google reviews bear this out quite plainly. Photospecialist cannot be trusted nor can UPS
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23 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to hear you haven't recieved it yet. UPS is having difficulties with customs. Of course we are doing our best to get this solved ASAP. I will contact you via email about this issue.
17 Aug 2023
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Item hasn't arrived and no emails received.

I ordered Sennheiser MKE 440 Directional Stereo Microfoon on 4 August 2023. I only received purchase confirmation email. I haven't heard anything from them after that when the shipping information email was claimed to be delivered within 1-4 business days and It is already 17 August today. Reached to the point where I might just report the transaction as fraudulent to my bank and get the money back. Let the customers know in advance about the shipping time frame of the order taking to get delivered to UK or any other country. If you cannot deliver the orders on time, then atleast make the customers informed about it either by sending an email or a tracking number. Customers receiving tracking number is a must as soon as the order gets shipped.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry to read that it has gone wrong. I have tried to find anything on your emailaddress, but there is nothing in the system. Can you please reach out to me, so I can assit you further? You can send the email to reviews@kamera-express.nl.
14 Aug 2023
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Answer my emails. Send return label. Explain how to return goods and supply items

Answer my emails.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
16 Aug 2023
Hello Chris, Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. I am so sorry you didn't had a reply yet. I will contact you via email to make sure everything will be handled for you.
12 Aug 2023
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Not recieved my order to date, no verification of order or notice of posting of order.
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12 Aug 2023
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I ordered new headphones from this company, I have not received them as yet.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
14 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. My apologies that you did not recieve any information from us. I will contact you right away.
11 Aug 2023
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Website said 2-3 days It turned up late and was a waste of money as I had to buy extra!! As it didn’t arrive for when I needed it Also the delivery from them was got an open day arrival 9am-7pm So I had to stay stuck at home all day long !! I won’t use again - unreliable
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
12 Aug 2023
Sorry that we were unable to deliver it within the specified time, I would be happy to get in touch with you so that I can help you further to resolve this nicely.
10 Aug 2023
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Poor customer service

I ordered a top loader camera holster from photospecialist , good price including £10 delivery was still cheaper than in the uk. Parcel arrived in a reasonable amount of time and the product was good but not suitable so I wanted to change it for a larger holster. Here’s where the fun begins, pulling teeth would be easier than trying to get them to send a return label, I have asked 3 times via email only for them to pass the buck to a different department, Clearly they are waiting for my 30 day cooling off period to expire so I can’t return the item. They also insist on me paying £25 to return the parcel , steep or what? Decided to keep the holster and cut my losses, it cost £60 and return for £25. Make sure you don’t want to return your purchase before ordering from photospecialist or avoid like the plague…
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10 Aug 2023
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Absolutely disgraceful customer service. Firstly our first order with the company does not show in our account, having been assured it would be fixed straight away, it still does not show. The items arrived and so far seem ok, so we made another purchase giving them the benefit of the doubt. BIG MISTAKE. Having identified our email address had been added incorrectly and not being able to update it via the website, we were told they would fix it straight away, we are now locked out of our account. The second order we made got stuck in customs, it was very clear from the UPS tracker this had happened, having contacted Photospecialist the first day it did not arrive we were told they would fix it straight away. The next day the same thing happened, it was clear the item was still stuck in customs. We contacted their support again and after around half an hour wasted time found out not only had the previous support agent not even bothered to contact UPS, they were refusing to speak to us and refusing to give UPS a telephone call. The person responsible was hiding behind one of the girls who was speaking to me (Who we thank for trying her best) they were literally refusing to speak to us and sending messages to and from via this poor girl who was landed in the middle of all this. Our emails regarding this subject were all ignored and we received no written response regarding the issue. We were told we would be called back in two hours with a solution, when that call happened we were told they still had not contacted UPS. We went back and forth for over an hour trying to get the person dealing with this speak to us, who continued to refuse, and trying to get them to agree to pick up the phone and contact UPS. We were continually told it was impossible for them to call UPS, a straight out lie. I informed them multiple times all they need to do is pick up the phone and call them, they continued to refuse to do that, and the person responsible continued to refuse to speak to me. Bearing in mind this is how they treat customers that have spent nearly 1000 GBP with them in the last 3 weeks. We contacted UPS ourselves, and within 5 minutes had found out the item was indeed stuck at customs, and that it should be arriving tomorrow. Instead of Photospecialist picking up the phone to try and resolve this, it took two days of being messed around before we finally got the answer ourselves. Photospecialist gained and lost a customer within the space of 3 weeks due to their pathetic customer service (Aside from the girl we spoke to). Do not buy with this company, their company, website and customer support is an absolute joke.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
11 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Our sincere apologies for the turn of events. We see that you are in touch with our customer service and assure you that a suitable solution will be provided.
8 Aug 2023
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No item, no updates on when it'll be shipped or arrive.
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Answer by Photospecialist.co.uk
9 Aug 2023
We are sorry that you did not receive an update. The item you ordered is only deliverable "on order". This means that we do not have it in stock and only order it from the supplier when it is ordered by a customer through our website. This is indicated with the product on the website. We will do our best to deliver your order as soon as possible and we will contact you to resolve this inconvenience.