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Review summary

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Evaluating 931 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many people were dissatisfied with their orders, reporting that items never arrived or were incorrect. Consumers also had significant issues with products, noting that they were not as described or of poor quality. Furthermore, many struggled to receive refunds, with promises often unfulfilled. Reviewers frequently experienced problems with delivery services, citing delays and lost packages. Communication was also a major concern, as many found response times to be slow or non-existent, especially when trying to resolve issues or request refunds. Conversely, a small portion of people felt satisfied with their purchases, noting that products arrived as described, were well-packaged, and that the delivery process was smooth and timely.

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Order

Consumers express significant dissatisfaction with their orders. Many report that items, such as play mats,... See more

Product

Reviewers mention negative feedback about product. Many customers report not receiving their ordered items,... See more

Refund

Customers consistently express significant dissatisfaction with the refund process. Many reviewers report... See more

Delivery service

Customers consistently report negative experiences with delivery service. Many reviewers state that their... See more

Response time

Reviewers highlight negative aspects of response time. Many customers report that initial responses from... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stay away from this site, they lie about stock levels and their location. In fact, 6 weeks later, still no refund or product, they refuse to refund or explain anything. "It's in transit" they say, eve... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful experience with this company. Wish I had searched for reviews before I ordered as I experienced the exact same treatment as every other person that has left a bad review here. Placed an order n... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Foam play mat wrong pattern, still awaiting refund months later. Ordering was fine, tracking the order was no problem. Even discussing the refund wasn't too bad but having been told they would process... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam. Ordered in July and items were never received despite numerous emails. I've learned my lesson to always check Trustpilot BEFORE placing an order, even if the website looks legit and has good SEO... See more


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  1. Children's Toys Store

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At Kidshive, thousands of parents trust us for quality toys, baby essentials, and smart accessories that make family life easier. Fast delivery, top brands, and products kids love — see why families keep coming back!


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TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

946 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Giving a 1 star is far too much for…

Giving a 1 star is far too much for this company!!

Ordered a koala breathing tedding in April, still have not received this! I did however receive a sloth non breathing teddy I emailed them and "Mary" stated to keep that teddy and she will arrange for the breathing teddy to be posted. Back and forth with emails over 2-3 months and now they are not responding to me.

This company is A SCAM! PLEASE USE YOUR MONEY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!

1 April 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

USELESS COMPANY

USELESS COMPANY - AVOID DO NOT BUY FROM THEM

I wish I saw reviews before making a purchase!

I ordered something in June and didn't receive anything.

I have asked for a refund...I am still waiting for my refund. Lucky I have only spent £13.00 and nothing more.

26 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful company

Awful company, 7 weeks after placing the order, constant emails chasing delivery or a refund I have received neither. I have now had to report this as fraud with my bank, DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!

22 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company!

Terrible company!! Do no use. Someone called Mary has been allegedly processing my refund for 4 months now.

4 May 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Thankfully only spent £17 but wish I’d seen these reviews before bothering. I’ve never received my product, was promised a refund and now I keep on asking where my refund is I’m meant with complete silence. How are they still able to operate when clearly a scam?

27 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam website

Scam website - do not order from them!
I ordered 2 items months ago and still haven’t received them with no explanation.

18 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM WEBSITE

Would give a minus score if it was possible!! Absolute scam website.
Placed an order over a month ago - no item received and no response! Mary probably some non existent customer service rep said she will investigate but thereafter no response. We will have to contact the bank and trading standards for a refund and to try get them shut down. Horrendous, thank God it was not a big sum of money

27 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Fraudulent company - AVOID

Fraudulent company - do not place an order from here!

Followed up my order after a week of no shipping update, fast response however no shipping update, ignored my request to cancel order then sent me a fake Royal Mail tracking code attached to the wrong post code.

Item has not arrived after two months. I made a chargeback via my bank.

DO NOT ORDER FROM HERE

7 July 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service overall

Fantastic service overall. I placed my order late in the evening, it was shipped the next morning, and arrived within two days. Couldn’t be more satisfied with how quick and reliable it was.

26 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would give no stars if I could

Would give no stars if I could. Placed an order on 23rd July and still nothing received. States was delivered but never was. Mary has been looking into it and promised a refund but to date I have not received it. Please please do not order from this company. They are thieves.

23 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Liars and thieves.

It's actually a zero rating.

Liars and thieves.

Buy one thing, get sent a similar but wrong thing.

Promise to send correct and then refund, but don't bother.

Promise to then refund and then don't bother.

29 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam company preying on parents

Scam company preying on parents.

Again would give 0 stars as with most other people.

Ordered birthday present for my daughter 3 months ago and still not received. As with everyone else just received weekly emails (after chasing each time) using stalling tactics and saying will refund when they have investigated. But clearly not investigating anything!

29 June 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Two disappointed little boys

I have also never received items i ordered two months ago. They were never dispatched and I've never recieved the promised refund. The worst thing is two little boys waited and waited for their light sabres and were disappointed after being strung along for weeks. Mary how can you do this to children?

11 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgusting

I am absolutely disgusted with this company. I ordered a simple child’s playmat, and not only did it never arrive, but the complete lack of communication and responsibility is outrageous. Weeks have gone by, my money is gone, and I have nothing to show for it.

This wasn’t some frivolous purchase—it was meant for a baby—and yet the company clearly couldn’t care less. No updates, no explanation, no refund. Just silence. The level of unprofessionalism here is astonishing.

At this point, it feels like I’ve been scammed. If they think it’s acceptable to take money and not deliver the product, they’re sorely mistaken. I wouldn’t trust this business with a single penny ever again.

Absolutely revolting experience—avoid at all costs.

Trading standards have been informed.

29 August 2025
Unprompted review

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