Smokeless Coal Express UK Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 63 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention that the online ordering process is remarkably simple and straightforward, while product prices remain extremely competitive compared to alternative options on the market. Many people also deeply appreciate the prompt delivery service and the exceptionally helpful drivers who carefully place heavy fuel bags exactly where needed around the property. Some reviewers were not happy with communication, noting persistent difficulties in getting timely email responses regarding their order arrival dates. A few consumers additionally experienced frustrating delivery delays and struggled to obtain clear shipment updates or resolve their pending orders successfully.

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Delivery service

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Product

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Quality

Reviewers mention positive feedback about quality, highlighting that the fuel burns with high heat, a long... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought ecostove coal last November (50bags) and whilst the delivery driver had issues dropping off the guys here were brilliant about getting it sorted for me. And I'm glad that they did as the eco... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchased 1 metric ton pallet of 50 x 20 kg ECO GLOW Smokeless Briquettes. I have used high quality Taybrite smokeless Briquettes for 25 years in my multi fuel stove. But now completely converted... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have benn using the Golden glow eco stove coal for several years now, you can fault there service & quality products, the best I have ever used A+++

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the past few weeks, I've reached out via email three times to determine the arrival date of my order. Unfortunately, I haven't received any deliveries or responses from the company. Meanwhile, th... See more

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  1. Solid Fuel Company

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At Smokeless Coal Express, we're dedicated to providing top-quality smokeless coal and exceptional service to our customers across the UK. With a commitment to reliability, affordability, and sustainability, we strive to offer a wide range of premium smokeless coal products at wholesale prices. Our mission is to make heating your home hassle-free and affordable, with nationwide free delivery ensuring convenience every step of the way. Join thousands of satisfied customers and experience the difference with Smokeless Coal Express today.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

186 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value

Great value, great product just would have been nice to have been contacted prior to delivery although the delivery driver was a star and unloaded the pallet for us 😁.

May 4, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Hi Mark, I'm glad you enjoyed our service. Thank you, Noel

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

straightforward, good value

Very straightforward to order good value for money.
They phone the day prior to delivery to arrange.
Used the common sense and left on drive appropriate area to cause lease disruption.
Would recommend.

April 19, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you for your kind review!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

1 week after I placed my order i rang…

1 week after I placed my order i rang to get an update and was told that it hadn't even been dispatched yet and with no real certainty as to when it would get under way i cancelled my order , its a real shame as the coal is great.

April 14, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Hi Roger,

Sorry about this! With the fuel crisis that happened at that time it took our suppliers 2 weeks to get our stock back in, hence the delay! We now keep our own emergency stock for future to make sure this doesn't happen again!

If you like I can offer you a discount for your next order as we value our customers greatly! If you would like so contact us via email please!

Thank you,
Noel

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Well packaged smokeless coal

Well packaged smokeless coal
Trying to get a delivery time was far from simple from the haulage company.

March 30, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you! Nicholas

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class.

Very nice to find a firm to deal with, very easy to order online line, prompt service and a very polite, helpful driver. Could not fault.

March 15, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you John

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Company

Quick and easy ordering process and swift delivery at a great price.

March 8, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you Garry

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Company

Purchased 1 metric ton pallet of 50 x 20 kg ECO GLOW Smokeless Briquettes. I have used high quality Taybrite smokeless Briquettes for 25 years in my multi fuel stove. But now completely converted to this new excellent product for the following reasons-
1- VERY COMPETITIVE PRICE PLUS FREE DELIVERY
2-HIGH HEAT, LONG BURN TIME, LOW ASH
3-FIRST CLASS DELIVERY SERVICE [Chris the delivery driver called me 30 mins before arriving, placed the pallet at the top end of my driveway, close to my coal bunker]
Smokeless Coal Express UK now has a very pleased permanent new customer who will re-order when my stock gets low.

March 4, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Hi John,

I love this review! Contact me via our email and I will arrange a discount for you!

Thank you,
Noel

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Repeat Order

This was my 3rd delivery of fuel and I would not hesitate in recommending this company. Excellent product, service and delivery.

March 10, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you Charlie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is our second pallet

This is our second pallet. Burns well. Good heat. Got a phone call from the courier when he got to our storage. Will be ordering again.

March 4, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you Matthew. Regards, Noel

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Did not get delivery notification but…

Did not get delivery notification but coal is very very good, better than others that cost a lot more !
In nice strong 25kg bags with no coal dust either.
5 Stars

January 19, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you Kerry. We're better in quality and price it seems!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recieved my first order of coal from…

Recieved my first order of coal from smokeless coal express was delivered within their stated time which was quite good especially following storm goretti .I ordered the stove fuel at a very competitive price i am very pleased with the quality of the coal burns brighter and hotter than the coals i have tried before so im very happy with my purchase and wont hesitate using coal express again thanks again .

January 5, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Amazing review thank you for your service Adrian!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Drop in quality and appalling communication,

I bought a tonne of Ecostove in 2024 and it was fine. It burned longer and with less ash than the product supplied by a local coal merchant.
In November '25, I ordered another tonne. Same packaging, same advertised description, but what a disappointment!
It was December before I used my first bag from the new delivery. On opening it, the fuel was obviously damp. When it came to lighting the fire, I had to add additional kindling to get the fuel to catch. Once lit, the air control on the stove needed to be kept almost fully open or the fire died down.
When setting the fire the following day, it was clear that the fuel had produced at least 1/3 more ash than the previous batch.
I tried again for a few days and the experience was the same, so I phoned Smokelessfuelexpressuk. The man who answered the phone, after I had told him my concerns, said that they had not had any other complaints like this and he would have to speak to his supplier and would call me back the following week. He did say that he would be able to give me a discount on my NEXT order (!!!), which I declined, given the problem with the current delivery.
He did not phone me back, so I sent a message using the contact link on their website - no response. I also sent the same message on a direct email (so I had proof of sending/receipt) and had no response.
After the new year, I phoned again and got the same person I had spoken to previously. He said that he was the manager and apologised for not phoning back.
He told me that the the supplier had changed the mix of ingredients in the Ecostove fuel and had added willow(???) to 'make it more eco friendly.'
I said that the product was inferior to that previously supplied, despite all the packaging and advertising remaining the same. I also pointed out that I had weighed a sample of the fuel, fresh from the bag, and put it in the garage. After 3 weeks, it weighed 7% less, obviously due to water evaporation. I said that I had basically paid for 7% water and asked for a partial refund on the price that I had paid.
He said that he would have to 'speak to the owner' about that and once again said he would phone me back.
Another week has gone by and I've not had a call.
Absolutely terrible customer service!

November 28, 2025
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Hi Allan,

Sorry to hear about this! All our product is stored inside and hooded to not allow any water near the bags. Unless the top of the hood was ripped on transport, but still unlikely! However the claim about the water percentage is strange. Which water density testing apparatus did you use for such testing in your garage? I would love to hear back if you could reply directly to our email address!

Kind regards,
Noel

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the past few weeks

Over the past few weeks, I've reached out via email three times to determine the arrival date of my order. Unfortunately, I haven't received any deliveries or responses from the company. Meanwhile, they continue to request feedback on Trustpilot.

January 7, 2026
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order

Easy to order, great product, excellent service, every year never let's us down.

December 11, 2025
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Reply from Smokeless Coal Express UK

Thank you Brian!

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