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MaddySydney, NSW
Worst customer service
Received a broken toy $40 and their solution was to send our wood glue and a $10 refund as the item is no longer in stock. This is completely unacceptable. Won’t buy here again.
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bennie01Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
- 5 reviews
Rocking Horse
Havent actually taken it out of the box yet, but what I can see it looks very good. Hip Kids were a reliable site to buy from, as they DO get back to you if you have any queries on delivery
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BernGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC
- 4 reviews
Prompt delivery
I ordered 4 puzzles and a ride-on toy online. Puzzles arrived in 3 days and toy came a day later. Very happy with puzzles. Ride-on maybe smaller than anticipated, but yet to assemble as is a Christmas present.
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GailFadden 2904, ACT
- 3 reviews
- 1 like
Excellent communication and product. Ride on steel racer car/push car.
We bought the Hipkids ride on steel racer/push car for our grandsons first birthday present. Communication was excellent and the product was delivered quickly and is exactly as described. One of the wheels was damaged as a result of packing from the factory and I emailed Hipkids to advise. They promptly posted a replacement wheel express post to reach us the following day. This is the type of service you expect but rarely get. Well done Hipkids, will be using you again.
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Alita P.
- 2 reviews
2 in 1 trike with wicker basket
The quality is terrible. It looks like it was slapped together.
Worse than then the product’s quality is the customer service. Hipkids filters out any negative reviews of their products. I have tried leaving a three star review on their site twice and it doesn’t appear, therefore greatly misleading it’s consumers.
Had I seen these negative reviews I would not have purchased this product for my child. My one year old is nearly too big for this bike. Her heels are constantly getting pulled under the back axel. This bike is a terrible design as though it was never actually tested out.
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Candice B.
- 2 reviews
Good service and good product.
I was not sure how my teepee order would go after reading others’ reviews.
But after looking around for a decent quality teepee for a reasonable price, hip kids was the only one.
So I took a chance it paid off. Shipping was super quick, they had my order shipped the same day I made the purchase and the product looks pretty good. I would probably buy again.
Although I would say the play mat that comes with is really like a blanket not much cushioning. You’ll need a rug underneath it.
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Terrible service!!! Dangerous toys for kids. Don't waste your time and money.
Teepee from hip kids after 2 months in use. Dangerous things for little ones. Hip kids company replied to us that they are the best anyway and don't see any problems with their crappie toys.
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GSGSydney, NSW
2 in 1 Toddler Mini-Trike with Wicker Basket that can only go straight
Bought 2 in 1 Toddler Mini-Trike with Wicker Basket for our grandson's first birthday, did not know that this cannot be maneuvered, it is designed to go straight, need two people at either end to turn the trike for the baby to enjoy the ride. Suitable for babies from 12-18 months.
Wonder the challenges when transformed into a balance bike.
Very Disappointing.
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customer serviceHip Kids
Hi very sorry that you are experiencing issues with your mini trike. Very strange, we have sold hundreds of these bikes without a problem. Have you contacted our Customer Service team on 0398168588 to... Read more
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JuopyAustralian Capital Territory
- Online store
- Verified customer
Fast delivery and OK product
I ordered the 3 wheel balance trike for my daughter on a Sunday and received it by Friday so was really happy with the quick postage. It was easy to assemble and looks cute. My daughter loved it and was happy to go straight to the park for a test ride.
While it is very cute, it is not a quality piece that will stand the test of time, however for approximately $100 I wasn't expecting too much in terms of quality. I will be happy if we get a years worth of riding out of it.
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MyraLittle Bay
Still don’t have my product
I ordered and paid for a kids table set in Sept 2018. It was advertised as 1-2 days dispatch.
After a week of no delivery I followed up and they told me the new delivery time would be end of November! 2 months later is a huge difference.
A month later they call and tell me it will be early December instead!!
I called the day before delivery in Dec and they told me the new timeframe is January 2022. Had I not called no one would have given me an update.
Terrible Service! Learn how manage to customer expectations, compensate when you have fallen
short and inconvenienced and learn simple supply/demand principles!
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Up until now I still do not have my product...
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LucyMt Crosby
buying a baby wooden walker
Their products are lovely and expensive. But I found the customer service to be lackluster at best. Its as if they don't care about good relationships with customers. My inquiries to them were dismissed without any discussion. I can respect a decision of a company even when I don't agree with it but I find speedy and airy dismissal unnecessary. I would not recommend. I suggest find a company that cares about people and good service.
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Mon KWollongong
- 15 reviews
- 2 likes
- Hip Kids
- Verified customer
Amazing business!
I recently purchased the kids piano and I couldn't be happier with the customer service! Highly recommend their amazing products.
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Julie willisHawkesbury
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
- Hip Kids
- Verified customer
MIA KING SINGLE UPHOLSTERED BED/WHITE
STAY AWAY DO NOT BUY OFF THESE GUYS Purchased a white Mia bed wanted a linen fabric style and the staff stuffed up my order and are refusing to correct their huge mistake.
I have taken this complaint to ACCC & fair trade the ombudsman as they still haven’t replaced my little girls bed.
Their websites has no selection box for either the linen or PU leather style I called spoke to the staff to check I was getting a linen one to only have them send a PU leather I called a few days before my order even left the warehouse to be told fabric linen...Read more
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customer serviceHip Kids
Hi Julie,
Thank you for your feedback and response. We are disappointed that you feel that we have not reached your expectations with our service as we pride ourselves on delivering service that is professional and respectful.
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Sue & Melody
I called your office at HipKids to ask before ordering & after my purchase was done I had noticed my proof of purchase was not very clear on my docket I was very concerned and confused. ... Read more
I understood you were providing me a white fabric natural linen king single Mia bed!!!!! As well asking prior to delivery on the Tuesday before it left the warehouse, I asked three times so honestly how many checks before someone picks me up on my wording & belief of the TERM natural upholstered white bed should not be saying upholstered should say a Pu leather tufted designs ONLY They never actually stood up to say oh no sorry to inform you this colour white really only comes in the Pu leather style and our other colours are available in a material. (NATURAL) IN VARIOUS COLOURS!! So pending how you interpreted the saying and that the cream to should not be a natural saying either try a beige material.. How about when asking about upholstery the staff underline the information in the true wording The white bed is only available in a Pu leather only and when I had asked if it were a true line fabric material I was told yes ! Confused about it I checked and was assured so how can you blame me or anything other customer ? Will it be so hard to provide a selection box ? The mistake is that I wasn’t EVER informed or correctly told that the white is only available in the PU leather material (only) the wording BOTH has it grey in this quote to as like many others whom have read your add previous before me all have to in terms seen it like me you get a choice of both !! You should seriously overlook the wording in this ad as natural does not just mean light cream material. The picture on the website also looks like a true natural fabric. So to me a natural is a cough sofa lounge fabric like most of your kids lounges on the website this is where your staff NEVER ONCE told me in this form nor has anyone else fully understands your add and the legitimate information is honestly not clearly correct as my docket never truly showed me anything but upholstered which both materials do come under this headline. We read it as it has a natural look and the white also comes in a white Pu leather but not the other colours with the leather just white Do you understandably see how this can be determined both ways ???????? I’ve always understood upholstered natural being a fabric not plastic cheap leather faux vinyl in a sofa/chair/accents/lounges. I honestly believed the both natural linen statement did come in a natural (white) as well and Pu leather.... This leather material statement it’s quite misleading or blur to the actual point where mistakenly taken in both designs If in the first place had they corrected the term (linens) Pu leather I felt I was purchasing a linen bed I honestly never wanted any leather Fuax or cheap fake materials, many other kids boutique stores make the material beds in pink,grey.cream, however I wanted white after the Logan blanket was canceled I did ask if it was of fabric or linen and said no & thank god it was out of stock as I honestly never wanted any Pu leather designs either with the box I hate them. So the question still remains why are you blaming me and why is this my mistake why am I having to pay for extra delivery cost to be paid and why do I now have to fix the mistake based on the fact your website and staff that falsely mislead me with information and had clearly on herd sale money in my question so i think you should out of responsibility change your ad your website & fix my situation from the website that has everyone confused about the true available choices Clearly the legal system will have to make the determination in this situation to be resolved, which shows how badly customers satisfaction and loyalty will not be on your priority on this occasion. Thank you kind regards back JulieSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
ElleGlenfield
Terrible product breaks upon assembly
This product is cheap and nasty. So poor in quality it cracks when being screwed together. Company refuses refund stating all damage needs to be reported prior to assembly when it in fact breaks on assembly and over time. Almost half of panels cracked over a period of 2 months.
Will never purchase from this company again.
Robbery!
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- Verified customer
Take so long to receive!
I ordered in January buy still waiting for delivery (its nearly June)!
I will not order again in future at all.
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Hi Jane,
We are sorry that you have not yet received your order and appreciate that it has taken longer than expected.
Unfortunately, sometimes matters beyond our control may result in there being a ... Read more
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MissMumMid North Coast, NSW
Cheap Quality Toy Box
I Purchased a toy box for my son's birthday and to my dismay, was not up to standard. Although the initial appearance is modern and nice, the particular toy box I received was of cheap quality timber with multiple scratches and cracks, the screws included were much too small to actually hold anything together plus the rails on the lid had no holes drilled in. Very disappointed and was looking forward to buying more items from this site but being the first time buying from Hip Kids, it has left a bitter vibe and will not be coming back and will be informing my fellow parents of my unfortunate experience.
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customer serviceHip Kids
Hi, We are very sorry to hear of your concerns and disappointment with your toy box purchase. We have sold many and have only received positive feedback, so we are just as disappointed that you are no... Read more
t happy with your purchase. Please can you contact our office on 03 98168588 or email [email protected] with your order details and concerns? We are here to assist so please contact us to discuss options available to remedy the situation - Hipkids TeamSimilar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
Amazing service (especially for this time of year)
I placed my order with Hip KIds Tuesday and it arrived Thursday. I am thrilled to bits. I will not hesitate to order more in the future
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Quality & Beautiful Design.
Beautiful design & quality product. We have just purchased our second Hip Kids product & are just as impressed!
Delivery was super quick & we can't wait for our little one to open on her Bday!
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Great balance trike
Our 2yo son loves the balance trike from hipkids. I love that it converts into a balance bike as he grows. It was really easy to assemble and delivered really quickly.
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Great quality
The kids activity table with storage is great quality and something that will last for years! Struggled to find a table with adequate storage for all the small pens and crayons and this one ticked all the boxes.
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Faith Lasked
katsamaasked
Hi, I was about to order one of your bikes but wonder whether your customer service and product quality has improved at all? There are a lot of negative reviews and I don't have time or energy to put myself through such an experience
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customer serviceHip Kids
Hi please focus on the positive reviews. We have 118 positive reviews on this website and are currently rating at 4.5 stars. We have been in business for 9 years and have sold thousands of products and unfortunately in retail you cannot please everyone even though we honestly try too. I can assure you we take pride in customer service & products. We stand by them. We offer 1 year warranty on all our products and will provide after hours support if required. All you have to do is pick up a phone or if your in Melbourne come and visit us at our showroom in Melbourne and you will be able to see for yourself
thanks
David
HipKids
Mumof3asked
After reading these reviews, I am starting to get a bit worried that I won't receive my order on time for my 3 year olds birthday. I ordered a 2-in-1 balance bike 16 days ago and tracking is "unavailable" on the website. Apparently "dispatched".
What are the average time frames people have found when ordering these bikes? I live in a capital city, so not remote or difficult to deliver.
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Hi,
If you are concerned I would ring them direct and advise that you cannot see the tracking online . If should only take a few days from dispatched.
customer serviceHip Kids
Hi david here from hipkids please you do not have anything to worry about. Please ring us on 0398597316 and one of our staff will more than happy to help and track your parcel. Its probably just a system issue that you cannot track your item online which I will follow up. We have been in business for eight years and have sold thousands of products to thousands of happy customers we wouldn't be in business if we didn't sell quality products and look after our customers. Unfortunately in retail you cannot please everyone. Please also pay attention to the majority of reviews on this website which are positive. If you are still no convinced visit our ebay store 'hipkidsstore' it has over 5000 left feedback and we are sitting on 99% positive feedback last time I checked as well as all the product reviews left on our website by happy customers
Hi. I didn't have a problem with delivery times they were prompt & I live in Brisbane.
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customer serviceHip Kids
Hi Maddy,
Hope you are well and thank you kindly for providing us with your feedback. We take all feedback very seriously and respond with intent to rectify the situation and find a suitable resolution for you.... Read more
We have offered a number of suitable resolutions including the option of a full refund, exchange for another item as we no longer have stock of this particular item or a partial refund of 25% of the overall cost of the item, which you opted to take. Our aim is to provide a great customer experience and these options are still available to you if you wish to accept them. Once again, we apologise for any disappointment caused and we thank you for your feedback.