Preppers Shop UK Reviews 

4,536
TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.9

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Looking at 1,070 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Customers frequently mention that the ordering process is simple, leading to fast dispatch and delivery for many purchases. Consumers often find the outdoor gear and equipment to be of good quality, making it a reliable choice for camping and outdoor activities. Some reviewers were not happy with significant delivery delays and extended waiting periods before receiving their items. People also noted poor communication, as emails often went unanswered or faced long response times. Furthermore, several customers struggled to obtain timely refunds when orders were cancelled or items arrived incomplete.

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Product

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Delivery was very slow. Your website quotes 3-5 days. Actual was over two weeks. Item was ordered on the 5th April, did not arrive until 22nd April. Website does not allow tracking of item. The... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a Kitchen Devils utility knife. Got the acknowledgement email. After three weeks without anything happening, I enquired, they said not in stock, trouble with supplier. A couple of weeks late... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID,Absolutely shocking service. Ordred in stock item, contacted them as no updates to say they are awaiting stock another week they say, of course nothing happens so contact for a refund 7 days t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What a nasty company to purchase from, When you order they promise up to 14 working days. This is more like months. Got tired of them so cancelled the order, the refund was promised up to 7 working da... See more


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The company ignores your emails for refund

Ordered 2 items at the end of April for delivery within 2-3 working days.
Contacted company to check order status and when I’ll receive the order was advised it’s running afew days late. Waited another week no email update, no delivery.
Contacted Preppers shop UK to enquire if order is shipped, if NOT then cancel the order and refund my money. It’s been over a week no response to my email or refund. Will be contacting my card company to resolve this.
Keep away from this scam store. They take your money and deliver you pain. I ordered from here because it was cheaper than others, it was too good to be true I rather pay extra and receive my item when the company states it will arrive.
Stay away from this scam store and save yourself a headache.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So the "preppers" have now stated that…

So the "preppers" have now stated that I asked for a free upgrade!!! Utter lies (kept full thread just incase this sort of bs rises up!) these "So called business folk" firstly stated, that I "had to upgrade 'at my cost! Or downgrade and I would receive a refund for the difference", under sale of goods act, it is not my fault and they accepted my money in a contractual basis..... They also state, 10-14days delivery but "may" be a little longer!!! I was more than understanding (again I KEPT full thread incase they lie AGAIN, WHICH THEY HAVE!!!). Over 2 months later I ask for money back since they will not offer upgrade as "it's not their fault".
Didn't even keep me up to date!!!!
Tell you what avoid avoid avoid, they will blame YOU and accuse YOU of being mad etc.......
Shambles of a company who doesn't know how to do business!!!!

March 31, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Delays Are Understandable — Avoiding Responsibility Is Not

Reply to your reply: "Thanks for your review. I note you havent used a genuine name or left an order number for us to look at. Can you provide one?

Without seeing your order I can correct you on several inaccuracies already. Your confusion on this may be the cause of the problem.
At no point has our website ever offered next day delivery of 3-5 day delivery. This is true for at least the past 4 years.
Depending on the item, majority will show 5-7 working days, some specialist products will show 10-14 working days.
Never would you ever have been told 7-10 working days.

With the lack of order number, name and quoting several incidence's of completely inaccurate information I would perhaps suggest that you ordered from a different company and not us?"

.... You have had over two months to properly review and resolve my order, yet the experience has largely been met with delays, deflection, and passing responsibility elsewhere.

Mistakes and problems can happen in any business. What matters is how a company responds to them.

Unfortunately, this seems to reflect a wider pattern of avoiding accountability rather than taking ownership and resolving issues directly.

Good customer service is built on honesty, responsibility, and action — especially when things go wrong.

March 1, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

0 stars

0 stars.
Do not trust!
You say I have had a refund,
Still waiting for refund!
More lies!
Not good reviews over the last few months? We all can't be wrong!!

May 1, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

Neil asked us to cancel his order. It was cancelled and refunded. He has then spent all morning accusing us of being a different company!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID SHOPPING AT PREPPERS

If I could give 0 I would. DO NOT SHOP HERE. Requested refund told I would receive it in 7 days. That was 6 April still nothing May 16. Numerous emails just ignored opened dispute with bank. Do not shop here.

May 16, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

False advertising

False advertising. Don’t buy because of what you see in the pictures!
You won’t always receive what is listed.
Very poor after sales.
I must add that I’ve only bought survival rations.
And as you can see by the reply, no customer support.

May 1, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

No information provided. No order number. Fake name used.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Complete scam with awful customer…

Complete scam with awful customer service and your reply below only highlights your inability to deal with customers in a professional manner. You are getting the same bad customer feedback again and again but instead of fixing the problem you ignore the issue and imply the review isnt real. the review is real, you dont ship good purchasd, you ignore client emails and you don't take any action until a case is taken with Shopify. Perhaps read all the reviews before this one and fix your business.

February 1, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

No information provided. No order number.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Order a crossbow.

Order a crossbow.
Says delivery in 5 working days.
6 weeks later still no item or even a update.

I have contact my bank for a charge back.
Scam website order at your own risk.

April 9, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

We do not advertise a single crossbow as a 5 day delivery time. This is simply a lie which anyone can click on a crossbow product and see.
Interestingly iv searched your email and weve never ever received any contact from you at all.
This is a complete lie Darren

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scammers!!

Do not trust this company!! Placed an order for a £200+ item at the end of march which had a 5-7 day dispatch time. 5 weeks later still no item and numerous emails with excuses about European warehouses and stock issues. Why take people’s money if you don’t have stock?! Absolute cowboys. Last email telling me I had to upgrade and send more cash to get a quicker delivery. Now may 13th and I’ve raised a scam dispute with my bank to claim cash back and I’ve contacted trading standards regarding preppers shop.

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In response to your reply. You have messed us around for almost 7 weeks. Again I’ll state you are taking peoples money with items not in stock. And no, I’ve never once said to you thanks for my refund as no refund has ever landed in my bank yet. So that’s a lie from you guys, not me. My bank is aware of the situation and will be in touch regarding a charge back. Your reviews speak for themselves. Mabey update your website to truthful stock levels and delivery times.

May 13, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

Hi Jade, Im a bit surprised as your claims and attitude in this email is the complete opposite to any of the communication you've ever had with us.
Your product was advertised as a 14 working day delivery time, never a 5-7 day. This is a complete lie.
We reached out to you to say there was a customs delay on your crossbow and offered some alternatives or a full refund.
You asked for a refund, that was actioned immediately. We advise to allow up to 7 days for it to land in your account and it was back in your account within 5.

We have shared 13 emails between us in total where you was very pleasant. You claim the last email was us telling you you had to upgrade. The last email was you saying thank you to us when you refunded had cleared ahead of schedule?
Again, this is a complete lie.
You did not raise a dispute with you bank. Another lie

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Purchased an item from them on mail…

Purchased an item from them on mail order had to cancel order and request a refund . As soon as I did this they ceased all contact via email ( they have no available telephone number) I attempted contact with them a number of times over a 5 week period , they would not respond to my emails . In the end I had to contact my credit card company and have them make a sect 75 claim against prepper shop to get my money back ……… absolutely terrible company to do business with , once they have your money they drop you like a hot rock !!! If you do buy from them then you do so at your own peril !!

*** response to prepper shop uk reply ***

Utter lies !!! After you sent me a reply saying I would be refunded within 7days from the 22march I then emailed you 4 further times up till the 9th of April !!! The only thing I got from you were automated email reply’s saying you had recieved my messages ……. Which you didn’t reply to !! ……. Not one of them and no refund recieved with in 7 days , in fact there was still no refund recieved on the 9th of April !! At this point I handed the whole thing over to my credit company to recover my my money ( nearly £400 ) how dare you leave a reply on here which is evidentially untrue …… I’d have had more respect for you if you had actually just owned up to how tragic your customer service and comunications are . I will never do business with you again and I will urge everyone else that I know not to either .

March 1, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

Hi Peter. You emailed us on the 22nd march @ 12:48pm asking to cancel your order as youve had changed your mind on owning a crossbow.
We responded the same day @ 6:46pm confirming the cancelation and refund and advise to allow 7 days for it to hit your account.
That was the last email exchange...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent seller!

Everything I've bought has been of good quality and does exactly what it says on the tin. This is my go-to seller for prepping. I highly recommend.

May 5, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful experience

Awful experience. Zero communication when orders are late or aren't dispatched - auto replies when you follow up. My item was apparently in stock with 3-5 day delivery. It was dispatched over a month after ordering and only after I started the chargeback process with my credit card company. A truly dreadful experience.

May 6, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Will I ever get my order?!?!

No communication from order on 14th April still not received order now may 8th - nearly a month!!!

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

Hi 'Lora'. Youve used a fake name to leave a review asking for an update but without providing any information?

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stay away

I ordered Leatherman sharpener wait 2 months for refund

May 8, 2026
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Reply from Preppers Shop UK

2 Months? Alipi you ordered an item with the delivery method of 10-14 working days. After 9 days you asked to cancel. The refund was in your account 5 days later.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Review

After ordering an Optimal knife I read a couple of negative reviews but have to say I had no problems with my order. I had tracking email sent and received goods in just under two weeks.

May 8, 2026
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