Drones DirectReviews 

4,058
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 53 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the fast and efficient delivery service, often noting that items arrived the next day, sometimes even earlier than expected. Many consumers are happy with the overall service, finding the purchasing process easy and straightforward. Reviewers also appreciate the competitive pricing and the quality of the products received, often describing them as new and exactly as described online. However, some people mentioned issues with delivery times not being met, even when paying extra for expedited shipping. A few customers also reported problems with incorrect items being delivered or orders arriving at the wrong address, leading to inconvenience and additional costs. There were also concerns about product safety.

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Delivery service

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Product

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Order

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Service

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My son bought a mini 4 pro and case from Amazon on Prime Day, long story short - the case arrived minus the drone and accessories, the driver insisted there was nothing else, despite asking for the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended! I've purchased the DJI M3T in great price as a open box deal. The drone was new, never used. Full manufacturer warranty, DJI Terra 3 months license and 1 year DJI Enterprise Ca... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to purchase online, and collected from Huddersfield. All items worked as they should straight from the box.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The delivery time was less than 12 hours!I ordered my drone around 10.30 pm and it was at my door before 10.30am next day. Super happy with my drone exactly as it was described online. Good quality g... See more

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Company details

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Established in 2011, Drones Direct, previously known as ProFlight-UK, is the UK's largest online retailer of drones and drone accessories. We offer the latest ranges at the greatest prices – with a guaranteed price match every time. For expert advice, just call our customer service team or visit your local showroom. Drones Direct is part of the Buy It Direct Group, which began trading back in 1999. Today we employ 1000+ people and manage 1,000,000+ sq. ft of warehouse space. *Information correct as of 06/08/2021.

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Plenty of choice
Welcome to the UK's number one shop for everything drones. Discover must-have new and refurbished drones and accessories from popular flying brands, including DJI, Parrot and ProFlight. We also offer training courses to help you get the most out of your tech. Then, there's our high-quality range of electric scooters. Browse must-have designs by Segway, Xiaomi and electriQ.
Returns policy
Changed your mind? No problem. We'll let you return a product up to 14 days after its arrival. Or, if your order is yet to be dispatched, log into your account and click 'cancel'.
Delivery
Our couriers deliver six days a week between 9 am and 8 pm. Pick the next day, choose a date or a Saturday delivery slot. Prices start from £4.95.
Great showrooms
Our Huddersfield showroom is currently closed. However, our shop in South Normanton, Derbyshire, is open to browse and get expert advice. Both locations have free onsite parking.
1,000,000+ happy customers
We encourage all our customers to leave an honest review. This lets us know what we're doing right and the areas we can improve, while helping future shoppers to make informed decisions.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a query about payment and cost…

I had a query about payment and cost and no one ever got back to me.

18 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Dear Mr. Oddie Braddell,

We sincerely apologize for the lack of response to your payment and cost query. Your experience does not align with the level of service we strive to provide, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Customer communication is of utmost importance to us, and we regret any inconvenience caused by the delay in addressing your concerns. We are actively investigating this matter to understand the breakdown in communication and to ensure it does not happen again in the future.

Once again, we apologize for any frustration this may have caused, and we hope to have the opportunity to make amends and serve you better in the future.

Best regards,

Ivy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt delivery and best price I could…

Prompt delivery and best price I could find, arrived with packaging in perfect condition. A later query on DJI Care Refresh Agreement, helpfully advised by sales that best go the direct route, and this was duly sorted thanks.

12 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Dear Customer,

Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a prompt delivery and found the best price with us. It's great to know that your order arrived in perfect condition.

We're also glad to hear that our sales team was able to assist you with your query regarding the DJI Care Refresh Agreement. We always strive to provide helpful and informative advice to our customers.

If you have any future needs or if there's anything else we can assist you with, we recommend visiting one of our other brands such as Appliances Direct, Laptops Direct, Furniture123, or Better Bathrooms. They offer a wide range of products that may be of interest to you.

Thank you again for choosing Drones Direct. We appreciate your business!

Best regards,
Dyanne

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was so easy and helpful just made…

It was so easy and helpful just made things idiot Prof

7 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Hi there,

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our service made things easy and helpful for you. We strive to provide a seamless experience for all our customers. If you need any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Kind regards,
Ivy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great site,good deals

First time buyer and this was a great site to navigate with good information throughout. Prices and packages were competitive prices if not better. Delivery in time with plenty communication as to what was happening with it. Would definitely comeback here when I want to up upgrade......

5 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Hi there,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience as a first-time buyer and found our website easy to navigate with helpful information. We always strive to offer competitive prices and packages to our customers. It's fantastic to know that our delivery service was prompt and that you appreciated the communication throughout the process.

We look forward to welcoming you back when you're ready to upgrade! If you're in need of any appliances, we recommend visiting our sister brand, Appliances Direct, for a wide range of options.

Best regards,
Ivy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

DJI mini 2 fly more

I ordered a DJI mini 2 fly more pack at roughly 9pm Boxing Day. I’d assumed it would be dispatched on the 27th and delivered the 28th. To my surprise, 11:30am on the 27th a knock on the door and a new drone.

I would highly recommend.

27 December 2023
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Reply from Drones Direct

Hello,

Thank you so much for your recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with your recent order of the DJI Mini 2 Fly More Pack. It's great to know that we were able to exceed your expectations by delivering it even earlier than anticipated.

If you are interested in exploring more of our products, we invite you to visit our website at appliancesdirect.co.uk. We have a wide range of high-quality appliances to suit your needs.

Thank you again for your kind words and support!

Best regards,
Naomi

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

+DJI Pro4

Website was very well layed out , pricing was fair
Delivery was Prompt and delivered before the expected date

1 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Dear valued customer,

Thank you for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our website well laid out and our pricing fair. We strive to provide a user-friendly online experience with competitive prices.

We're also glad that you were satisfied with our prompt delivery service. We understand the importance of receiving your order in a timely manner, and we're delighted that we were able to deliver it to you before the expected date.

We appreciate your feedback and hope to serve you again soon. In the meantime, we invite you to visit our sister brand Furniture123 for all your furniture needs.

Best regards,
Naomi

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a service next day delivery…

What a service next day delivery excellent 5 stars

1 January 2024
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Reply from Drones Direct

Dear valued customer,

Thank you for your amazing review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience with our next day delivery service. Providing excellent service is our top priority, and we are delighted that we could meet your expectations. We appreciate your 5-star rating and hope to serve you again soon.

Best regards,
Ivy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

30 December 2023
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Reply from Drones Direct

Hi there,

Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us. We strive to provide excellent service to all of our customers. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,
Naomi

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Transaction

Nothing special . The transaction went very smooth , fast , without problems . The delivery was stunning : next day delivery !!! This is the third time I'm dealing with Drones Direct and appreciate the easy way to do business with them . Thx Drones Direct 5***** .

22 December 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My purchase was made online

My purchase was made online, however, I found the website easy to navigate. Delivery was as requested and on time. Happy with my purchase.

11 December 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and reliable

Order arrived 2 working days after placed in the northern part of the Highlands. Doesn't get any better than that. Would I use again? Absolutely!!

11 December 2023

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