Rough Trade Reviews 

3,298
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Review summary

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Looking at 2,105 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the wide selection of products, including exclusive editions, and the excellent quality of items received. Many highlight the superb packaging, ensuring products arrive safely and in pristine condition. The service is frequently described as outstanding, with consumers appreciating the easy ordering process and helpful communication. However, some customers noted issues with order fulfillment and delivery times, experiencing significant delays or items arriving later than expected. A few others mentioned incomplete orders, with missing components or items not shipped. Additionally, some reviewers received products with minor damage, like a damaged spine or faulty record. When issues arose, some reported a lack of clear communication or unresponsive support.

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Product

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Delivery service

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Order

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Quality

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Service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It’s Rough Trade. They’re an institution. You don’t get to stay in business for half a century by being average. Even if occasionally something IS wrong, it gets sorted. They also have s... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The RT website is well laid out and contains the CDs I am after at reasonable prices. Maybe not the cheapest on the market, but I would much rather a traditional UK company gets my business than one o... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love Rough Trade. Always promoting amazing musical experiences, and never disappoint. The two Warpaint albums I have just received are a perfect illustration. Heard one track by Warpaint, brought... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I typically use 3 record sites/stores for my purchases, after years of trawling. One of the best is Rough Trade & I’ve just received my new Temples & Fcukers albums. Always delivered on time, perfectl... See more


Company details

  1. Record Store
  2. Book Store
  3. Event Venue

Written by the company

Where it all started. Rough Trade was founded by Geoff Travis in 1976 as a London record shop and began releasing as an independent label in 1978. In 1982, the retail outlet broke with the A&R and distribution divisions and became an independent entity, as it remains today. In 1982 Rough Trade West relocated from its original site on Kensington Park Road to nearby Talbot Road. Rough Trade Neal’s Yard opened in 1988 and closed its doors in 2007, ahead of the opening of a new flagship store, Rough Trade East, which opened in 2007 in Brick Lane. Rough Trade NYC opened in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in 2013 and relocated to Rockefeller Center, Manhattan in 2021. Rough Trade Nottingham opened in 2014. Rough Trade Bristol opened in 2017. We host live shows, sell records, merchandise, hardware, beer and coffee. Come say hello!


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Level of communication 0 Orders delayed.

Placed order with shop, with 1-3 days delivery as fast as possible. Shop refuses to provide shipping. So looks like they didnt ship it. After 5 emails only auto-reply. 0 Communication. 0 service. Just interface to track how irresponsibly and not accurately store is working.

June 27, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service. I pre-ordered the 50th Anniversary Edition of Ágætis byrjun by Sigur Rós. It was despatched as soon as it came into stock, was well protected by the packaging and so arrived undamaged.

July 3, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

50 Years Strong

It’s Rough Trade.

They’re an institution.

You don’t get to stay in business for half a century by being average.

Even if occasionally something IS wrong, it gets sorted.

They also have some pretty nifty exclusives.

July 3, 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Quality records and delivery but frustrating processing

Records I purchased were sent as soon as available and will packaged. Was frustrated to discover that the first item I put in the cart was removed (and sold out) after I had put two other records in, despite my proceeding very rapidly. You need a more transparent and fair system vs arbitrarily removing an item.

June 1, 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Got the Rough Trade 50th Blur

Got the Rough Trade 50th Blur, Blur limited edition. Was hoping for big things as got the Nevermind which looks amazing and sounds incredible.
Blur, Blur looks amazing but unfortunately there is a noticeable pop on side b that doesn't go away, gutted.

Will

July 3, 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Good selection of product. Terrible customer service.

This company has a good selection of products. Not the cheapest but good if you love vinyl. Their customer service is terrible. They don’t get pre-orders to you in day in release. I wrote to them about my order - first I got an AI reply and then when I followed up twice no one replied.

July 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Communication from Order to Delivery

Communication and transparency were absolutely first class throughout the entire process. From the moment I placed my pre-order for the limited edition Lemon Jelly vinyl, I was kept fully informed every step of the way.
Regular updates on the progress of the order and clear communication regarding dispatch meant I always knew exactly what was happening. It's refreshing to deal with a company that values keeping its customers informed.
The vinyl arrived safely, and the whole experience was faultless. Excellent customer service, superb communication, and a wonderful buying experience from start to finish. Highly recommended.

July 3, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So good

So good! Love this album and it came well packed, in perfect condition and in a timely manner.

July 1, 2026
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