Budgy Smuggler Australia Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so very grateful to the staff atbudgysmuggler in Australia I was chasing an order (which turned out I had ordered from anther service on line ) I phoned and left a message at budgiesmug... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have purchased several pairs of BS trunks over the last couple of years which I cannot rave enough about. I thought I'd give the boxer shorts pack of four a go. After a few washes they were fad... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Budgy Smuggler is a great company and designs are so much fun! Their online order deliver timely and economically to the US. Once I left my sunglasses in an Australian store and they found them and ma... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

6 Rules Of BudgySmuggling 1. Commit yourself to budgysmuggling 2. Imagine your ideal pair/s 3. Finish discarding knee curtains 4 Tidy by new prints, not by rotation order 5. Place the rig... See more

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  1. Swimwear Store
  2. also in
  3. Clothes and Fabric Manufacturer
  4. Sportswear Store
  5. Underwear Store

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Budgy Smuggler. Australian For Swimwear. On a mission to free the thighs of the worlds.


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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor quality underwear.

I have purchased several pairs of BS trunks over the last couple of years which I cannot rave enough about. I thought I'd give the boxer shorts pack of four a go. After a few washes they were faded and we're 'pilling'. They went on a 'cold' wash and were not left to dry in the sun... Bit ordinary.

I did email Budgy Smuggler and was basically told that as it was 28 days over the 30 day refund policy that nothing could be done.
Expected more from such a company especially when cost of the underwear was not cheap.

Rant over.

1 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so very grateful to the staff…

I am so very grateful to the staff atbudgysmuggler in Australia
I was chasing an order (which turned out I had ordered from anther service on line ) I phoned and left a message at budgiesmuggler and received a call within 10 minutes
I had a couple of staff from different stores phone to return my call
Each staff member was friendly bright and cheery so very helpful
Even when we realised the order number was not one of budgysmuggler
Staff member was so lovely
Because of the wonderful service I received I will definitely be purchasing
From budgiesmuggler
I rate 5/5 or 10/10
Thank you so very much
I have now received my order Finally

22 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone in the US should try Budgy Smuggler

Budgy Smuggler is a great company and designs are so much fun! Their online order deliver timely and economically to the US. Once I left my sunglasses in an Australian store and they found them and mailed them back!! Service is outstanding.

7 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No communication

No communication
Very poor to little communication.
Had to chase multiple times, no reply.
Got to a point where a friend had to contact them on my behalf
Even after submitting on custom order we had to chase.
With the poor service and high prices we will not be buying
INV-005597

12 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not an easy process

In dealing with Dani and due to the timeframe restriction we were unable to order in time for our trip. The time delay between messages to Dani, then from her to to the designer, back to Dani and then back to us over 10-11 days has been the reason for this. We were trying to go with a trusted Australian brand however this has not been possible which is most disappointing, frustrating and a waste of time.

22 July 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Budgy Smuggler Australia

G'day Nige,

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We regret that your experience creating your custom order was not to your expectations. We are proud of our Customer Service and our Customs ordering process and strive everyday to achieve the deadlines our customers have through a pleasant, simple process, as well as working on bettering all processes every day.

I have checked in with our Customs team regarding your order and also read the email thread, I can see that our member did respond to each of your emails within no more than 2 hours each time, and was attentive and informative in every reply.
It does appear there was some issues getting the correct files from your end, as it was explained a few times we aren't able to copy directly from an AI produced design. Unfortunately without the hi-res image files, or a clear directive on an alternative design, this can lead to additional communication and clarity required from the customer's side.

Our design team spent hours recreating and re-drawing the design you had in mind, which inevitably ended up being beyond the achievable time-frame to get these to you for your deadline.

We are sorry that we weren't able to get this sorted for you. We hope you had a wonderful trip regardless and hope to be able to sort some Smugglers for you in the future!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Great designs but sizing is always…

Great designs but sizing is always small based on your usual innerwear size. I guess its their USP but for plus size always hard to manage. Love the designs and funkiness though! Please address plus size clients as well.

23 April 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Budgy Smuggler Australia

G'day Beatrize,
Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, so glad you love our designs.
We hear you regarding additional sizes!
We are mindful of product wastage in this world of 'fast-fashion' so we try to stock the most 'in-demand' sizes so don't stock every size in every design and style.
However, you can get your size made-to-order in any of our styles and designs if the product is still listed on our website - we don't charge extra to have this done! We can produce men's sizes from 28 up to 54 and women's from 6 up to 24 :)
Our Customs team is more than happy to help get you Smuggling if your size is not available on our website - they can be reached at auscustoms@budgysmuggler.com.au
Happy Smuggling!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love them

I got the matching set for me and my son and they both fit so well! Iv gotten compliments every time I wear them, super comfy and I love the wide variety. Love that my child’s swimmers came with a matching hat, he looks super adorable in it.

25 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor service and support

I tried to exchange a new never worn swimsuit that I was given for Xmas for a different size and felt berated by the Manly store staff for not having a receipt. They would not give me an exchange. I've never seen this from an apparel company. Surprised and disappointed.

17 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware if you are considering international delivery

Beware if you are considering purchasing with international delivery! I ordered two items from Budgy Smuggler to be shipped to South Africa as gifts. Unfortunately, the shipment was not marked as a gift on the commercial invoice which resulted in really high customs duties being applied which I wasn’t able to dispute.

If Budgy Smuggler offers shipping to South Africa, there should be clearer customs handling for gift purchases, and a better process for enabling this or at the very least an upfront warning about the potential duty impact. I completely appreciate Budgy Smuggler do not set duties, but better shipping processes could have made this a much less unpleasant experience. I would not have placed the order had I known that shipping and duties would leave me around $150 out of pocket. The $100 duty fee would not have been payable had my gifts simply been marked as gifts. I’m hoping the products themselves are okay (if they ever arrive!), but the lack of guidance around international customs made this a very costly experience.

17 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Budgies Are The GO!

Budgies are my absolute go to. More comformatble and last longer then the bigger brands. Ive just tested them in the coldest water the UK had to offer and they work there too! Great job team.

16 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love love LOVE!!

Love love LOVE!!
Great service and products and the in-store staff were super helpful when I was trying on some swimwear.
Thanks guys!

12 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant as Always

Where do I start... Ellie has been a superstar in Customs, dealing with my requests and answering all my emails... My order arrived today, all done brilliantly and exactly to oder... Got a customer for life thats for sure and certain. Getting closer to cracking that tonne :) :)

26 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

There's nothing better!

They are the perfect fit, feel great, look even better, and feel like Freedom!
If one was to sing a song it would be this...
The best things in life are free
Now that I've discovered what Budgy's mean to me
The best things in life are free
Now that we've got each other
The best things in life are free

The best things in life are free
Now that I've discovered what free'd thighs mean to me
The best things in life are free
Now that you've got me covered
The best things in life are free

10 May 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Canaleros Toledano swiming team

The customization, the fabric, and especially the colors. You are the best; I train every day in my custom suit. But we want Women Jamers and Men if possible. I belong to a significant and very famous swimming team in Mexico. Our coach is Nora Toledano, a Swimming Hall of Fame member. Next, I will push to have uniforms made for your swimming custom suits, but please bring Jammers. Jaja BEST LOVE cheers

9 May 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I paid £10 on a Friday morning for one…

I paid £10 on a Friday morning for one day delivery for a gift needed on the Monday. It arrived six days later. No exceptions stated on website and very poor response from customer service.

24 April 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Budgy Smuggler Australia

G'day Lynette,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!
So sorry to hear your delivery did not arrive as you expected. I can see you placed your order on April 18th which was Good Friday (a public holiday) and so then Monday when you were expecting your delivery was Easter Monday (also a public holiday).

I can also see that our team did dispatch your order on Tuesday April 22nd (being the next business day after your order was placed) and it was collected by DPD that day and delivered on the Thursday.
I understand this is one day later than the 'next business day delivery' stated on our website. Although this is out of our control, I can appreciate your frustration and I have refunded your full shipping amount for this.
If I can be of any further assistance, please let me know! :) - Emma

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