VQ Reviews 

786
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Looking at 100 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the exceptional customer service, highlighting the staff's helpfulness, prompt responses, and professional assistance. Many appreciate the high quality and excellent design of products like radios, mixers, and slow cookers, often noting their impressive sound and features. However, some customers noted initial product issues such as faulty radios, power cables, or adaptors, and occasionally received items with minor damage. A few also mentioned difficulties with rechargeable battery availability or compatibility. Despite these concerns, the company's responsive customer service often resolved these problems efficiently.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With a rapidly failing battery in my Hepburn 11 radio, and unable to find my charging cable anywhere, I turned to VQ to ask where I might buy a replacement. VQ's Victoria, promptly arranged to send on... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a Retro Mini which arrived safely this week and well packaged. I received help from Victoria to set it up who was so kind and patient. I wanted a new radio for my bedroom and am delighted wi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience via email for a replacement Laura Ashley slow cooker lid. I accidentally shattered mine, and reached out to Laura Ashley who directed me to VQ. They contacted me immediately via e... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Now you would expect if you bought something second hand off eBay and you had a problem, you'd expect the manufacturer to say "not our problem"!! This was not the case with VQ. I had a minor issue rel... See more


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In 2011, VQ (known then as View Quest), launched the original Retro Radio – a DAB / DAB+ Digital Radio and Apple Docking station. The original retro was designed to change the market, a multi-functional product that came in a range of colours very much with the design conscious in mind. A hit with the public and press alike, the radio even won a prestigious What HiFi Award. The classic line of success brings success is never more true than in the story of VQ as in the years since we’ve been working hard to produce increasingly incredible products that continue to win awards and your hearts. The one thing we’ve always put at the heart of our design though is choice, many have (and still do) consider us mad for offering you such a wide choice of colours and finishes. We don’t think it’s mad, in fact we’ve built everything in our business to give you that choice because we believe it’s important. You will live with our radios and speakers for a lifetime and we want them to be an expression of your own taste & style. As part of that mission to give you choice and to deliver products that get you excited to have them in your home, we’ve also been fortunate to forge relationships with designer brands that are loved by millions of people across the world. We design and manufacture products in partnership with; Emma Bridgewater, Joules, Laura Ashley & Cath Kidston and there are many more designer names to come. Ultimately as our product range grows from; radio to docking stations, Bluetooth speakers, multi-room systems to Smart Speakers we remain true to our founding principal, it has to be something that looks and sounds good enough for Jonathan to have in his home.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just fabulous service from VQ

Just fabulous service from VQ. I lost the charger for my precious Monty radio. I emailed to ask where I could buy a replacement and within hours they had sent out a new charger, free of charge, via Royal Mail tracked. Very pleased.

November 28, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Monty Radio

Earlier this year I wanted to buy the VQ Monty Radio for a birthday present after reading the review on Which? however, at the time the battery power pack was out of stock, I requested an email when they were back in stock...... and true to their word a few weeks later they sent an email confirming they were now in stock. In August I bought the Monty Radio plus battery pack for a present but unfortunately after just a couple of months the radio failed and was dead. I contacted VQ and received a reply within 24 hours from Victoria. After checking a few things with the radio she sent a replacement mains cable which arrived the next day and the radio is radio now working. Customer service is worth more than 5 stars it was a pleasure dealing with Victoria. Their customer service has been exemplary. I would not hesitate in recommending this company.

November 7, 2024
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Beautiful Kettle

The kettle looks beautiful in my new kitchen. I just recently used it. The water heats up quickly. I was disappointed though the padded handle gets hot . So have to pour with the use of a pot holder. I didn't except that. I thought it would be heat resistance.

November 18, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NOT FIT FOR PURPOSE: VQ Lark DAB+/FM Radio

Ref VQ Lark DAB+/FM Clock Radio: For nearly 2 years now, this clock radio has had repeated “nervous breakdowns”, only managing to perform normally for a day or two before malfunctioning again. By ‘malfunctioning’ I mean a range of symptoms including: a) Refusing to switch on at all ( the most frequent symptom). b) Once switched on, I press the volume up/down switch & it changes stations instead of adjusting the volume. c) I press the preset stations button and instead of changing stations it switches from DAB to FM or behaves like I’ve pressed the Mode or Menu button. It’s a total disaster. The only way I can coax it into working is to unplug the mains cable and leave it unplugged for at least 48hrs or more. But then it only works normally for 24 hrs or so. VQ suggest a factory reset, but I’ve found that doesn't solve all the issues, and thats no solution if the radio refuses to switch on at all. So it’s going in the bin. And it was a Which? Recommended buy back in 2019!

November 26, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a problem with my Laura Ashley…

Had a problem with my Laura Ashley kettle, after contacting VQ Victoria from VQ sent a new kettle with no hassle, she made it all very easy to resolve. 5 star company, what a shame all business’s are not like VQ

November 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Retro Radio not working

Made contact with Victoria when my wife’s retro radio wouldn’t turn on with battery power , couldn’t find the mains adapter. One was supplied free of charge and solved the problem the radio works using the mains adapter. Many thanks Victoria.

November 8, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The Monty VQ battery ‘is unavailable’

My Monty radio has just been delivered to me today. I have plugged it in to the mains and it is working fine. However, I bought it because it has a vq rechargeable battery which would allow me the option of not needing to be near a power source. The advertising actually uses this as a plus point. I have spent a considerable amount of time on line, trying to access this battery. It is either out of stock or unavailable. So, be warned, if you want to have a choice of where you want to listen to this radio, don’t buy it.

October 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent purchase

Excellent purchase. The VQ Monty digital radio meets my expectations. In my case, I have opted for the Joules model with sausage dogs and the feel and materials are of great quality. The use of the device is also simple and intuitive. It also has a very successful aesthetic, the radio is very nice. I recommend buying the rechargeable battery, as it gives the radio a lot of flexibility to move it from one place to another.
I would also like to highlight the excellent technical support that VQ offers. I have contacted them to make some inquiries about the radio and the treatment and attention has been outstanding. It is the best customer service I have ever had....

October 11, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent purchase

I bought some ear pods from this company. They arrived quickly and were excellent value. After a few weeks I needed some help with one of the pods, so I contacted the company (New Dawn Innovations) for advice. Victoria responded the same day with clear excellent advice, which worked. I can't thank her enough. I am very happy with my pods and would definitely buy from them again.

October 4, 2024
Unprompted review

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