Switch Car Rental Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 489 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff and delivery drivers for being extremely helpful, friendly, and thoroughly explaining all vehicle controls during handovers. Many consumers also greatly appreciate the prompt delivery services, smooth coordination, and the remarkable overall efficiency experienced from start to finish. Some reviewers were clearly not happy with delayed deliveries, extended waiting times, and occasional communication issues when contacting the local office. Additionally, a few people explicitly mentioned unexpected cleanliness concerns inside the vehicles, such as dust or stains, along with frustrating disputes regarding vehicle damage charges upon return.

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Service

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Renting in the UK as a UK resident the pick up requirements vary by company. For Switch in Milton Keynes it was one of the more onerous: Drivers Licence DVLA code Two proofs of address (onlin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kings Lynn, Saddlebow. Really helpful on collection. Lack of customer wifi access caused issues. As my passport was out of date I needed to provide utility statements. Laura was amazingly helpful... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great telephone customer service also Gary and his colleague who delivered the car were absolutely brilliant.Switch were absolutely spot on from start to finish. The car was beautiful and I enjoyed ev... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Motability customer - Worcester branch. After some false starts from the other companies in the chain, Switch were fantastic. Received my hire car within 24 hours of first contact. Neil and... See more

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Company details

  1. Car Rental Agency
  2. Car Leasing Service
  3. Van Rental Agency

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Switch is a new vehicle rental brand from Scot Group Ltd which operates the Thrifty network throughout the UK. Switch is a sister brand to Thrifty and offers flexible car and van rental services to businesses and personal customers with a focus on responding to the quickly changing needs of the market, while delivering complete customer satisfaction. Switch currently operates in over 80 locations in the UK and has a fleet of over 20,000 vehicles. Whilst Switch is brand new, it's backed by over 50 years of rental experience.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a rental due for delivery

Had a rental due for delivery, they had issues with the vehicle being delivered,
Amanda in the Worcester branch was very quick and helpful in sorting the issue , the handover was very smooth and professional thanks to Neil
Highly recommended

9 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Wayne,

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're sorry to hear there were initial issues with the vehicle delivery, but we're delighted that Amanda at our Worcester branch was able to resolve everything quickly and efficiently. It's also great to hear that Neil provided a smooth and professional handover experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Car was dropped off by Mr n niaz from…

Car was dropped off by Mr n niaz from Wolverhampton he’s explained how to properly work the car helped with everything service was great and super fast

9 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Andrew,

Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that Niaz provided a great experience, taking the time to explain all the car's features and ensuring everything was clear and easy to use. We're also pleased that you found the service fast and efficient. We appreciate your feedback!

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mr Niaz arrived on time from…

Mr Niaz arrived on time from Wolverhampton, very helpful & polite. Service was speedy and great throughout

9 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Steph,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Mr Niaz arrived on time and provided a helpful, polite, and speedy service throughout. We'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to him. We really appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivered on time

Mr Niaz delivered our vehicle on time and was very pleasant. Would highly recommend Switch Wolverhampton, as Lisa on reception was so helpful too.

8 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Wendy,

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that Mr Niaz delivered your vehicle on time and provided such pleasant service. We'll also be sure to pass on your kind words to Lisa, who will be thrilled to know her helpfulness made a positive impression. Thank you for recommending Switch Wolverhampton—we truly appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend this company.

Highly recommend this company.. especially john.. we have been relying on switch car hire.. while our car is in for repair.. always really quick to deliver.. and even swapped our car as wasnt suitable.. friendly and very helpful. Wouldn't go anywhere else for my car hire

8 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our service. We understand how important it is to have reliable transport while your vehicle is being repaired, and we're pleased we could help with quick deliveries and finding a more suitable vehicle when needed. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Naheed Niaz from Wolverhampton was very…

Naheed Niaz from Wolverhampton was very kind and helpful! I highly recommend

8 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Brodie,

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Naheed from our Wolverhampton branch was so kind and helpful. Providing excellent customer service is always our priority, and it's great to know Naheed made such a positive impression. We really appreciate your recommendation and will be sure to pass your kind feedback on.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have just had a car delivered from…

I have just had a car delivered from the lovely Mark Spares and Scott from the Worcester branch. They were so friendly. Ran through the car and pointed out any damage which had already been noted. From the many hire cars I have had delivered this service was definitely the best I have had. They even checked the car wasn’t late as they thought it might have been due to a paperwork error but in fact it was earlier from what I had been told. Thank you both.

8 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Helen,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We're delighted to hear that Mark and Scott from our Worcester branch provided such a friendly and thorough service. We pride ourselves on keeping our customers informed and ensuring a smooth handover, so it's great to know their attention to detail and communication made a positive impression. We'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to both of them. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to assist you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sergio is the best!

Sergio is the best!
Professional yet very friendly.
Muito obrigado, Sérgio!

7 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Daniel,

Thank you for your kind feedback. We greatly appreciate your comments about Sergio's professionalism and friendly approach. It is wonderful to hear that he provided such a positive experience. We truly value your support and look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

He was nice and helpful

He was nice and helpful , on time

7 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Freyja,

Thank you for your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you found our team member nice, helpful and punctual. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Car arrived late than than agreed time…

Car arrived late than than agreed time in a dirty state . Being late for appointment I didn’t inspect the car and only one small scratch was pointed out by delivery driver. Car was returned some three days later . I then received an email stating that several scratches and dents were found and I was liable for repairing them.
After complaining that the car was delivered in same state it was returned in the branch cancelled the charges. That was October 2025. In June 2026 a letter of claim arrived saying I was liable for the cost of repair ,to be paid within 30 days . Pointing out the branch had cancelled payment they said they have investigated and the branch has no record of any correspondence. All my emails to them have been deleted on my server due to not backing them up and unable to retrieve.
I would NOT recommend this company. If you have to use them take pictures and save any correspondence.

7 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Eddie,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we are sorry the experience was not as positive we would have liked.  We take all feedback very seriously and have raised the points you have made with the relevant teams.  We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us identify areas where we need to improve our service and customer experience.
 
Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Car delivered on time

Car delivered on time
Staff polite and curtious
Staff - N Niaz from wolverhampton

6 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Roxwell,

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that your vehicle was delivered on time and that you found our staff polite and courteous. We'll be sure to pass your comments on to N. Niaz in Wolverhampton, who will be pleased to know their service was appreciated. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with dealing with Diaz from…

Very happy with dealing with Diaz from Wolverhampton brach

6 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Ricky,

Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that you were very happy with the service provided from our Wolverhampton branch. I'll be sure to pass on your positive feedback to the team. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience thanks to Iram…

I had a great experience thanks to Iram from the rental team. They were professional, friendly, and very helpful throughout the entire process. They answered all of my questions about the car clearly and patiently, kept me informed every step of the way, and made everything simple and stress-free. Their excellent customer service and attention to detail really stood out. I truly appreciate all their support and would highly recommend Iram and the rental team to anyone looking for a smooth and hassle-free experience.

3 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Sharna,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's always great to hear when our team have made a great impression. We would love to pass this feedback onto Iram directly so please let us know which location your rental was from.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

I initially made a telephone enquiry and Jamie was so helpful. This continued throughout with Jamie providing a high level of service and explaining everything. All the team members I met were pleasant, friendly and professional. I would most definitely recommend and I will be using Switch again.

3 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Claire,

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a fantastic review. We're delighted to hear that Jamie provided such a high level of service from your initial enquiry right through to the completion of your hire. It's great to know that everything was clearly explained and that our team made you feel welcome with their friendly and professional approach. We will be sure to pass your kind feedback on to Jamie and the rest of the team.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Switch. We look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Naheed Niaz professional and friendly

Naheed Niaz delivered my hire car and showed me around the car. Fully explained any marks on the vehicle
Discussed terms and conditions well. Was very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.

3 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Lisa,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Naheed provided such a positive experience. It's great to know they took the time to thoroughly explain the vehicle, review any existing marks, and clearly go through the rental terms and conditions.
We pride ourselves on delivering friendly and helpful customer service, and we'll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Naheed. Thank you for choosing us and for your recommendation.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sarah delivered my car lovely lady came…

Sarah delivered my car lovely lady came nice and early friendly polite and very helpful

Thanks again

3 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Debbie,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's always great to hear when our team have made a great impression. We would love to pass this feedback onto Sarah directly so please let us know which location your rental was from.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Misidentified me to Police - NEVER RENT HERE

This company's poor administration led to me being incorrectly identified to the police as the driver of a hire car several weeks after I had returned it. The dated notice from the police was sent to me by Switch/Thrifty, along with their own invoice charging me a fee for processing my details to give to the police. Ironically, the invoice Switch/Thrifty sent me had the correct date of my rental on it, which obviously did not align with the date on the notice of prosecution from the police.

I will never rent from this company again. I'd rather walk.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Alanna,

We're very sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how concerning it must have been to receive a police notice for a date that did not match your rental period. This is not the standard of service we aim to provide, and we'd like to investigate the matter further. Please contact our Customer Services team with your booking details so we can review what happened and address your concerns.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

SHEIKH GONI HAS BEEN EXCELLENT

SHEIKH GONI HAS BEEN PROFESSIONAL AND AS PROVIDED A VERY KIND SERVICE BY DROPPING OF THE VEHICLE TO OUR GUESTS ON TIME.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Nuria,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Sheikh provided a professional and courteous service, ensuring the vehicle was delivered on time. Your kind words will be passed on to him and the team. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

very polite mr niaz driver and very…

very polite mr niaz driver and very helpful from wolverhampton branch .

2 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Daniela,

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that Mr Niaz from our Wolverhampton branch was polite, helpful, and provided excellent service. We will be sure to pass your comments on to him. We appreciate your support and look forward to assisting you again.

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a car delivered today for rental

Had a car delivered today for rental. Dropped off by Niaz from Wolverhampton branch. Very friendly and professional service. Nice clean car, very happy with the service

1 July 2026
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Reply from Switch Car Rental

Hi Luke,

Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear you were happy with the service and the condition of the vehicle. Niaz will be pleased to know his friendly and professional approach made a positive impression. We look forward to assisting you again soon!

Warm regards,

The Switch Team

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