Access Box Storage Reviews 19

TrustScore 2 out of 5

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  1. Storage Facility
  2. Records Storage Facility

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Access Box Storage is part of the Access Self Storage group – who are one of the UK's largest and fastest growing storage and office space rental companies. With more than 58 sites across the UK we provide storage solutions to individuals and businesses. We love providing all our customers with a friendly, expert service and have been rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by more than 3,900 customers. Our box storage service delivers free empty boxes to our customers. We then collect the full boxes and store them remotely. When needed we deliver them back to the customer. Scheduling of box delivery, box collection and rental payment is all made online.


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1.8

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No refund still

They forgot to cancel the direct debit, and took out a monthly fee on 17th of September after I picked up my boxes. I emailed them about it, and they said they refunded it, but it has been one and a half months and no refund. I emailed them again last week and still no reply.

September 17, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Didn’t deliver despite being payed.

I have payed for boxes to be delivered so I can pack them and they can be picked up for storage in a few days. However, I never received the boxes and none of my calls or emails are being answered. Extremely bad service and experience.

June 4, 2025
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Reply from Access Box Storage

Good morning,

We have tried to locate your details in our system, but were unable to find them. Could you please respond to the information request we sent so that we can get in touch with you?

Thank you!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We paid for a service from Access Box…

We paid for a service from Access Box Storage and have yet to receive it. Despite multiple attempts to follow up, we haven't received any communication or updates. Very disappointing experience and lack of customer support.

May 30, 2025
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Reply from Access Box Storage

Dear Ana

Thank you for your message, and I’m sorry to hear about your experience. We understand your frustration, and we appreciate you reaching out.

We were in contact with you via Facebook after the store was unable to reach your son. Once we received your phone number, we promptly passed it on to the manager, who attempted to contact you and left a message.

Additionally, I’d like to confirm that your refund was processed two weeks ago and should have been credited to your account by now. If there are any issues with the refund, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist you further.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and are here to support you moving forward.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible

Driver was rude. Customer service is horrible the way they talk to customers. Cost 29 pounds just to return items. Driver was late and did not bring it to the flat even though requested. Do not store with them. The worst out of all.

September 19, 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The service was super nice

The service was super nice - both the customer service / email team and the delivery team were friendly and helpful. I got all my boxes and items back in good shape and for a reasonable price.

Suggestion: give the possibility to select a narrower delivery window for an extra fee. I waited 5 hours until 2PM for the delivery of my returned things…

September 18, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable Storage and Good Support Team

Box storage was affordable and the services like pickup & delivery were carried out on time as scheduled. Ian and Support Team has been very helpful with regards to queries and suggestions. Overall, a happy customer for the hassle-free experience from access box storage.

January 6, 2023
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad service and unsystematic

Bad service, expensive and unsystematic website. I have separated my order into two, and therefore have to pay extra £45 for the return delivery when the address is the same. The delivery guy and the access storage staff kept asking me the same basic questions when I have already emailed all the information.

August 26, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not recommend at all!

Do not recommend at all!! The staff were very rude, everything is done randomly, the boxes i ordered were supposed to arrive one day earlier.. thankfully i was able to get a refund and choose another company.

August 13, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful, friendly and affordable.

I had an excellent experience with access box storage. Really easy to use account where you can book for them to drop off boxes, pick them up and then drop them off again when you need them. They've always been incredibly responsive, helpful and friendly when I emailed/called. Everyone I dealt with online and in-person were fantastic. I also found them really affordable.

July 25, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible customer service experience

Terrible customer service experience! Their attitude needs to be improved and the website wasn't straightforward at all. I'd suggest you to find another storage company as you won't expect any bothersome experience.

June 16, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You will be charged even for things not…

You will be charged even for things not stored.

I booked a storage for 5 boxes (25£) and a chair (10£).
They delivered empty boxes on time. My plans changed and I requested to cancel the pickup and was ok to pay for the empty boxes.
However they pointed me to big T&C document and said they cant refund anything. Not even £10 of chair for which no box was even delivered.

They are fooling public when they put on FAQ that you will be charged only for boxes stored.

Stay away.

December 17, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Had a great experience with Access Box Storage. Boxes were dropped off and picked up within the 4 hour slot provided (though it's worth noting that they're not the exact dimensions stated on the website), and returned to me after 4 months in a very good condition. Had to contact customer service a couple of times and I received a reply very quickly. They were also cheaper than any of the alternative storage companies I looked at. Would recommend.

December 16, 2021
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Reply from Access Box Storage

Dave, thank you for your 5-star review. We value your feedback and we're delighted that we have delivered the service you expected.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Above and beyond!

A few weeks ago I needed something from one of my boxes and the web site was being, let's say "not totally intuitive", so I emailed them and someone (Ian) called me and went totally out of his way to get me the thing i needed back to me.

It's the sort of service that just works so you don't usually notice the real people doing all the work, so many thanks to you and your team, and I am happy to recommend Access Box Storage to all!

October 11, 2020
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Reply from Access Box Storage

Hi Mr J Bradley, thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are delighted that you had such a positive experience and we will pass your comments on to Ian and the Access Box Storage team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I am very happy with the process of…

I am very happy with the process of storage during collection and dropping off at the end of the time. The team were always helpful when I called or emailed with questions.

March 16, 2019
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Reply from Access Box Storage

Lloyd, thanks for your positive review. We're glad that you found the store team helpful.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I've spoken with them twice on the…

I've spoken with them twice on the phone to ask for some details about how the whole picking up and delivery process works and so far I've been unlucky to speak with two condescending, rude gentlemen, who wouldn't understand my simple questions and try to speak over me and interrupted. Let's see how the pick up, storage and delivery goes.

April 23, 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

You didn't deliver 2 boxes and a …

You didn't deliver 2 boxes and a clothes dryer which I have already paid for and I now have the hassle of calling you. I have called today and there is nobody who can help. I want a refund and I will go to the small claims Court if I have to.

July 2, 2017
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience so far

Excellent experience so far. Great service, very helpful staff, Scott in particular was very patient. I had so many questions and doubts, and called several times, and every single time he did not seem bothered at all. Instead I could feel he was willing to solve the issues I encountered.
Also very reasonable prices compared to the service offered.
My only suggestion would be to reduce prices for redelivery(ex. flat rate) or at least include student discount. Also would be a good idea to charge starting from actual storage date and anyway at collection of boxes in order to avoid being refunded for boxes not used.Overall I would definitely recommend them.

May 10, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

I have used self storage before and came across this storage option, which is an amazing idea. Basically they drop off empty boxes, well sturdy plastic crates and collect my filled crates for FREE, incidentally not having to buy any boxes at all, then just request your crates back when your storage need is finished. They do have an option to store a number of other small household items and accessories but I didn't use that part of the service. I had to change my dates at short notice and Scott was really helpful and nothing seemed to be a problem. I would, and often do, highly recommend them as an alternative, much more flexible storage option than any other I have used before

April 14, 2017
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