Debenhams Reviews 58,676

TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.8

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Review summary

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Evaluating 36,502 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers found the ordering process straightforward and the website well-designed, leading to a pleasant purchasing experience. Some also appreciated the quality of the products received, with items often matching expectations and being well-packaged. Delivery experiences were mixed, but several reviewers reported prompt and professional service, with some even receiving their orders earlier than anticipated. However, a significant number of people were dissatisfied with customer service, often citing difficulties in reaching a human representative and relying on unhelpful chatbots. The refund process was a common point of frustration, with many experiencing long waits and repeated requests for information, sometimes requiring third-party intervention. Additionally, some customers received incorrect or faulty products, and faced issues with delivery delays or items being listed as available when they were not.

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Product

People report ambiguous experiences with product quality and delivery. Many customers praise the quality,... See more

Delivery service

Clients share ambiguous opinions on delivery service, with many praising speedy and prompt deliveries, often... See more

Order

Consumers find the ordering process to be ambiguous, with some reporting positive experiences such as easy... See more

Customer service

Customers consistently note negative experiences with customer service, highlighting a significant lack of... See more

Refund

Users describe negative interactions with refund, with many customers reporting long waits and difficulties... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

As others have said it's the return process and waiting for refund that's the main issue. I ordered dresses from Coast and other sister companies and encountered delays because of the orders being fr... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ordering what I wanted was easy, the website is well set out and placing and paying for the order was a pleasant experience..... Both times I've ordered from them after a couple of weeks of waiting... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I bought two 16 inch fans from Debenhams on the 22nd of May, they were delivered on the 27th of May. Both items were of extremely poor quality, I requested to return them on the day they were deliver... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The items were received quickly when I went through the payment system it became confusing. The FREEDEL code was not accepted although it was advertised on the site. There were other delivery opti... See more


Company details

  1. Department Store
  2. Appliance Store
  3. Clothing Store
  4. Cosmetics Store
  5. Decoration and Interior Design Store
  6. Jewelry Store

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Welcome to Debenhams.com – your new favourite online shopping destination where you’ll find the latest fashion and accessories for women, men and kids, plus bestselling makeup, fragrances and hair products from the biggest brands in beauty, and design-led homeware to liven up your living space. Shop online at Debenhams.com. Fashion. Beauty. Home. Delivered to your door.


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2.8

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

59K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The dress arrived really quickly

The dress arrived really quickly. Kept informed of delivery status, delivery also excellent and on time. I'm very pleased with the dress. It's lovely and cool for the hot weather. So pleased with my purchase as I had wanted to buy it previously but it was sold out, so good all round.

June 25, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy order process

Easy order process and duvet delivered quickly. Wool duvet was on offer so best price available from Debenhams at time of ordering.

June 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience shopping with…

I had a great experience shopping with Debenhams. The website was easy to use, my order arrived quickly, and everything was exactly as described. The quality exceeded my expectations, and the price was excellent. I'm really happy with my purchase and would definitely shop with Debenhams again. Highly recommended!

June 1, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Should have read the reviews before I…

Should have read the reviews before I ordered!!
Ordered 5 bar stools and advised would be delivered within 4 days.
They didn’t arrive on the expected delivery date so chased up to be told my order hadn’t even been passed to the supplier and that I could cancel and receive a refund which I accepted!
Days later I chased for the refund, to be told my order hadn’t been cancelled and now could not be cancelled! So I asked for clarity on the order status and was told to contact them again after another week!!!
6 days later and still no update and still no bar stools! Looking at tracking data, the supplier is actually dispatching from Germany so how I was expected to receive these within a few days is beyond me, misleading marketing enticing you into purchasing with false promises!
The most unhelpful customer service team and such a stressful experience! Will never use again!

June 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

OLD FRIENDS😊

I'm frankly amazed at the low star reviews for Debenhams, me and Debenhams have been together for decades, but shopping online with them has to be one of the best ways I have shopped with them.

I think their discounts on products is excellent, the delivery is good and any necessity to return is also easy to do.

Keep the flag flying Debenhams along with all the brands you sell😄

June 30, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The only improvement that should be…

The only improvement that should be made is to use a different courier service to deliver all your items as Evri delivery couriers have been regularly leaving the parcels on customers doorsteps and leaving them there regardless of them being stolen or if the weather is bad they either get wet through and damaged, or if the wind is blowing hard they are blown away down the street and passers by completely ignore them or take them with them to their destination no matter the situation or circumstances of the customer paying for the delivery service which they are not receiving

June 30, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't waste your money

Have now been waiting nearly a year for a freezer to be delivered from Debenhams Order No. DUX042754226. £139.99.
Whoever monitors Trust pilot (maybe a bot) and politely suggests contacting Customer Services ought to realise what a waste of time this is. I have contacted them 18 times and only ever get holding replies, sometimes saying that the matter will be escalated. but never any suggestion of what went wrong. All I can do is warn potential customers that they may be throwing away their money. in dealing with a company that just doesn't care.
Debenhams clearly never had the stock (they seem to rely on secondary suppliers), had no capability of next-day supply, never supplied the goods and now have no intention of doing anything except telling me how busy they are.

July 20, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast accurate delivery

Fast accurate delivery. Item. A single bed frame is really nice. Just what we wanted. Great delivery in the heatwave! and updates on them. Thanks. Will use Debenhams again.

June 15, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really happy with my purchase

Really happy with my purchase! I bought two shirts for my dad's birthday. We kept one, and it was absolutely lovely – the fit was perfect, the size was true to size, the colour was great, and the quality was excellent. My dad was really pleased with it.
I returned the second shirt as it wasn't needed, and the refund was processed very quickly with no issues at all. Great quality products and excellent customer service. I wouldn't hesitate to order from them again. Highly recommended!

June 29, 2026
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