FactoryManuals Reviews 383

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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Review summary

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Evaluating 118 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness and quick responses, often highlighting specific individuals for going above and beyond to resolve issues. The customer service is frequently described as excellent, with many appreciating the prompt and knowledgeable assistance provided. Reviewers also found the instructions clear and detailed, making it easy to understand and use the products. However, some people were dissatisfied with the product itself, specifically mentioning that some manuals lacked diagrams, repair guidance, or complete instructions for certain procedures. A few customers also experienced issues with downloading large files or receiving incorrect manuals, and in some cases, felt that the product was not as advertised or that support was unhelpful in resolving these specific product-related concerns.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I received the download link for the manual within 1 hour of purchase. When I opened the download, there were no diagrams accompanying the parts listings. I emailed support and within a couple of da... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service after the sale. I had some issues making sure I had the correct manual for my VIN and also locating the procedure I was interested in... the manual is HUGE! Alan made sure I h... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was elated to receive the help I got. Google pointed me to the wrong search link, and Al Davis was able to fix and find the correct manual for my issue. Not only was he thorough, but his communicati... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Damian Farr here, Initially I had the wrong download that was for my vehicle but wrong year. Fortunately the gentleman I talked to took care of my issue almost immediately. I got the exact informatio... See more


4.4

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was having trouble downloading my…

I was having trouble downloading my manual. I intended to download load it to my laptop instead of my phone. I had waited until it was updated then attempted the download, but it would not download.I sent an email to the administrator address and, yes, 21 minutes later, James had responded with a solution to my issue. Alan has followed up with several emails to assist in setting up my manual and offer any other assistance that I might need. Great customer service. GREAT response time. Very pleased with my purchase and their assistance.

22 April 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Experience

It was a great experience and convenient way to buy a manual from the Factory Manual site. Once I followed the easy instructions, I received the link to download the manual. I highly recommend it if you are looking for a service manual for your vehicle. The customer service followed up on the sale to see if I had any problems. Great service!

29 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alan contacted immediately when I…

Alan contacted me immediately when I reached out to the store and explained that I had received the wrong e-manual for my vehicle and he sent me the correct link to download the one I needed. Thank you Alan for your quick response and help with this. I really appreciate that you got right on it and fixed the issue I had getting the correct e-manual

26 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exactly what I was looking for.

Order #21726. Needed a repair and service manual for my 2007 vehicle. Replacing A/C compressor, Oil Cooler lines, Steering column UV joint boot, etc. Ebay has some downloadable PDFs or a USB/CD/DVD. I have done those in the past and HATE using them. I also didn't want to pay for a monthly subscription to a website to view the manuals online. This product runs in a virtual machine on my desktop. Everything worked perfectly and the instructions were bullet proof. I OWN this now and can use it forever.

14 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered a manual online and my…

I ordered a manual online and my computer was not cooperating with the download file. It had me so stressed that I was pulling my hair out until I reached out to customer service and I was assisted by Alan Davis who took the time to walk me through the process step by step. With his help I was able to solve the problem and I now have access to the manual so I can repair my own vehicle rather than being taken advantage of by my local European import repair shops.

6 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast customer service.

I initially received the wrong manual, but the correct manual was sent to me the following day. I enjoyed working with their customer service, fast and friendly service. Order number 20857, Israel Botello

28 March 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchase a manual for 2015 BMW z4

I purchase a manual for 2015 BMW z4. For the price on the website you will get a software file called OVA, you’ll need to download VirtualBox and the file through Dropbox then load that file accordingly into VirtualBox to be able to open and browse the manual. The problem is that you can’t download the OVA file completely, it will be interrupted and you have to start over again failing all the time. After seven attempts to download, and ten attempts to correct through customer service, the company refused to refund my purchase though the product was totally useless to me.

21 March 2025
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Reply from FactoryManuals

Hi Stan,

Thank you for sharing your feedback, and I’m genuinely sorry you experienced difficulties downloading the OVA file. I understand how frustrating repeated download issues can be, especially when relying on the manual for important repairs. Although we provided troubleshooting steps, it clearly wasn’t enough in your case, and that’s something we take seriously.

I noticed you also purchased the PDF-based version separately. I hope this format met your expectations and was easier to use. If you’re still encountering any issues or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out—I’d like to make sure you’re taken care of.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Avoid this site if you are not a computer wiz. :Updated 4/7/2025

UPDATED: The merchant has reconsidered my position and issued a refund, which is/was fair given the circumstances.

It is rare that I find myself writing a negative review, especially for a $24 purchase, however I would strongly recommend that you consider carefully before you purchase a digital manual from this site.
For most of us, digital means .pdf, .xls or .doc. What I found out AFTERWARDS, was that the file was .Rtf with which I was not familiar with. The instructions to download were complicated and not suitable for casual computer user.
I never attempted to download the actual file, as I knew the instructions were beyond my ability to mange, and contacted the firm the next day to cancel the order.
A flat NO.
This company should more clearly explain the download process and indicate that the files are .Rtp, not the standard .pdf, .xls or .doc.

Very disappointed with their position.

20 February 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from FactoryManuals

Hi "Papa Parker", can you share your order details with us?

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Being new to this type of manual and…

Being new to this type of manual and unfamiliar with the software platforms used I needed extensive assistance in using the manual for my car.
This assistance, along with a specific tutorial was extensively provided with a helpful attitude and great patience by Jim and Alan.
I can use the manual to get very specific detailed information

10 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alan was very accommodating

Alan was very accommodating. There were two manuals for my vehicle when selecting my car. I did my best to ask the right questions... but the first manual i received was actual quite clumsy to use and frankly did not have much information at all. i reached out and Adam found the correct manual and resent it. I am very satisfied with Adam's help!

17 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trust these people.

Purchasing anything online is spooky. For this reason, I asked several questions just to see if I would get a response. Passing that test, I purchased a manual, and received download info almost immediately. I could not be more pleased, and I will use them again should I need more tech manuals.

1 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ON POINT

Alan is extremely prompt and precise. I communicated my questions on five different occasions prior to and after my purchase. His communications are the sole reason I purchased this product as opposed to purchasing from another company. In a nutshell...this process was on point.

7 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Loved the repair manual

Loved the repair manual has everything from electrical issues and how to solve the issue. Also includes removing/installing starter, alternator etc. everything you need for your vehicle.

Order#19552

5 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very thorough manuals, good product support.

Very thorough manuals. The one I ordered for my Jetta was almost 20k pages long. Not all the sections are indexed, so keep looking if you don't find what you're looking for. I ordered specifically for the wiring diagrams, which were all present. Customer support was quick to answer my question, and at their low prices it's a big plus that they even provide support!

19 February 2025
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