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Looking at 84 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Consumers frequently praise the exceptionally wide selection of remote-controlled vehicles, airplanes, and various accessories available in the store. Many people also appreciate the fast delivery times, well-packed packages, and the knowledgeable staff who enthusiastically assist with product recommendations. Some reviewers were not happy with unexpected backorders and items erroneously showing as currently available on the website. Furthermore, other customers noted significant difficulties trying to reach support representatives and experiencing unhelpful customer service interactions when attempting to resolve product issues. A few consumers also mentioned receiving defective parts or experiencing unexpected shipping delays with their orders.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Update: Was contacted today by a customer service rep and they made the order right with a different color in stock and is sending an extra battery. Chat is probably a difficult way to receive... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Customer service at Horizon/Tower is responsive, however..... Tower needs to: DENOTE WHEN ITEMS ARE NOT IN STOCK. They also need to MAKE IT EASIER TO CANCEL AN ORDER ON THE WEBSITE. Tried to o... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I placed 2 orders with Horizon Hobby for some RC Crawlers. I recieved 1 order and half of the second order. I waited a couple of weeks and the rest of my order never shipped even though the Crawler... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I’m disappointed with my experience with customer support. My claim wasn’t handled fairly, and despite providing detailed information, my concerns were dismissed without proper consideration. Commun... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Killer Customer Service

Horizon has a dedicated customer support team that genuinely shares their customers' goal to achieve the best RC experience possible; to get the richest experience out of this hobby. The company as a whole achieves this by consitently having a wide selection of RC products (of which a near-infinite amount exists) at competitive prices. I suppose any warehouse could achieve this, but what sets Horizon apart is their approach to customer service. I literally received a phone call to personally thank me for a recent purchase and confirm my enrollment in, and understanding of, their rewards program. When requested, the service rep on the phone gave me his personal company email. Being very new to the hobby at the time, our email exchanges quickly evolved to me asking questions about EVERYTHING concerning the hobby, from specific parts availability, to company history, to future product launches, to advice on which upgrades to select. This is genuinely much more than I would ever expect from an RC company. It speaks to the passion their team shares with their customers, a passion which becomes obvious at every interaction. This alone has me shopping directly at Horizon first, before I begin to see if what I need is available elsewhere.

Thank you Horizon team, you have a customer for life.

20 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Horizon Hobby is my Go-To for my Eflite…

Horizon Hobby is my Go-To for my Eflite Airplanes, Parts and Advise. I like that I can not only order from the website, but that I can order from them through my local hobby shop BayShore Hobbies . Thereby supporting that local small buisness. Product support is Excellent! Whenever I have questions or need advise about any of their numerous products, they always E-mail me in short order. Since I got into the hobby over the last 5 years, I have always been happy with them.

22 February 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Preordered a mini kraton

Preordered a mini kraton. Preorder means your first in line to receive product. Item released on the 12, it is now February 17th and still dont have the product. Never ordering anything from them again

12 February 2026
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Michael,
We understand how frustrating it can be to feel like your preorder has not arrived in time.
Please note that all preorder items are shipped in the order they are received to ensure fairness to all customers.
According to our records, your order has since shipped and has been delivered.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our Customer Support team directly.
We’re always happy to help.
Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer service

I have ordered a couple of products from them almost 2 weeks ago and still haven’t received them , they sent out the products through FED Ex smart post . Have tried to get the shipping problem corrected through both Fed Ex And Horizon Hobby . And all I get from the both of them is a bunch of BS . I’m a 77 year old man who is trying to buy a gift from them for my grandchildren . Horizon hobby has the poorest customer service I’ve ever seen and Fed ex service isn’t any better . This is just a warning to stay away from them both . And run away from them as fast as you can.

12 February 2026
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

EDIT: we were able to locate the shipment and it was delivered today with photo verification 2/16/2026.

Hi Jean Remy.
We see you placed an order on Friday Jan 30th and we shipped it out on on Monday. At that point FedEx seems to have misdirected the package, and we are working with them to locate it and either get it delivered to you or returned and replaced. We know this is frustrating for you and can only ask for your patience while we work to get this resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience and will keep you updated as we work with FedEx's process to arrive at the fastest resolution.
Sincerely,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware of their gift card fraud

Their website said online giftcard should be emailed to me within 15 minutes to 24 hours. It has been 4 days and I still not receive mine yet. I contacted their cs and he said he will get back to ASAP then went cricket. I requested to cancel and he refused it due to their policy. Basically they took my money without delivering the good then deny my cancellation. This is a fraud, i’ll file a chargeback with my bank.

6 February 2026
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Long Nguyen,
We apologize for the delay you encountered receiving your gift cards.
Due to the nature of the promotion we were offering, we had to special-process the gift cards to add the bonus gift card to each order, and purchasing it on a Friday meant that this would happen after the weekend. There is an opportunity on our part to better communicate this moving forward: that it may take 1-2 business days days for the process to be completed.
We see that everything went through and would like to thank you both for your purchase and your patience in this.
Sincerely,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Discontinued all lines of rc cars I bought sold them after discontinued without warning never respond t messages or emails

They never returned emails or respond they discontinued all the lines of RC cars I have bought from them unable to repair any of them have problems from the beginning they wouldn’t do anything but the hobby shop did thank god switching not to mention one of the cars I bought was a discontinued model that no one let me know about shame o hobby ship and them I’ll be switching to team associated in the future

29 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Brian,
Horizon Hobby will typically continue to carry parts and accessories for RC Cars after they have been discontinued. At some point though we will place a final order for parts when the sales projection cannot support future orders.
It's also important to keep in mind that when an otherwise popular car is discontinued, we might have a new version in the works that adds features and performance and shares a large number of parts with its predecessor.
In any event, if you are in need of parts for an older model we suggest reaching out to our Product Support team who can help with locating stock or alternate parts.
We hope to make contact with you soon,
Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have sent emails to these guys about…

I have sent emails to these guys about getting parts for my trucks and warranty stuff on my trucks and batteries they will respond 2 time and won't respond to anymore emails I'm done with horizon hobby for good now

6 January 2026
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Tyler,
We have requested some documentation from you for your warranty claim and are awaiting this in order to proceed. We checked your order history and were not able to locate anything, but that might just mean it was purchased under a different name or account, or a while ago. Please respond to the email we sent with the information requested and we'll get this going again.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bought a arrma mojave grom for…

Bought a arrma mojave grom for Christmas as a gift, as soon as I got it out the box it was not working servo won’t even let me steer left absolute ridiculous I’ve had cheaper Chinese rc cars that actually last longer than 30 minutes avoid arrma first product I’ve bought from them and my last

25 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi James, We're just following up to make sure you received the warranty support you were looking for. In the UK, warranty is provided through the place of purchase and we're unable to send parts from the US. In any event, there is always a pathway to get support for your Arrma purchase and we hope you are back up and driving.
We do apologize for the inconvenience,
Sincerely,

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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Horizon Hobby is truly a gem in the world of remote-controlled hobbies! From the moment I walked into their store, I was impressed by the wide range of products available, from airplanes to drones and everything in between.

The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their products. They took the time to answer my questions and provide recommendations based on my experience level. It's refreshing to find a place where the employees genuinely care about helping customers find the right fit for their hobbies.

I also appreciate their commitment to quality. Every item I've purchased has exceeded my expectations in terms of performance and durability. Plus, their online presence makes it easy to find exactly what I need, with fast shipping to boot!

Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, Horizon Hobby has something for everyone. I highly recommend stopping by or checking out their website for the latest and greatest in hobby gear. They have definitely earned my loyalty!

12 December 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The A6380 servos are crap

The A6380 servos are crap! Purchase 7 for the Hangar 9 P51, I have to replace 2 of them, less than 20 flights. Recommend HITEC! Then to top it off, the live customer service Chat kept dropping me off while trying to discuss with customer service. Oh, and a replacement A6380 is backorder until May 2026! What the heck Horizon Hobby??

18 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Smith Leslee Strawbridge

We're sorry and concerned to hear you had issues with two of the Spektrum A6380 servos. These are designed, tested and proven to offer reliable, precise trouble-free operation and are backed by a Spektrum Warranty.

The most common cause of failure is operation out of the recommended voltage range, or installation on a surface that does not allow the servo to travel to the intended end point. Given the plane you have these in, we trust in your installation and doubt either of these issues applies to this case.

The name on this review did not pull up any account we can reach you by, but we would recommend that you contact our Product Support team via live chat or email and we'll be glad to get replacements on the way to you!

Thank you for choosing Hangar-9 and Spektrum, and we hope to get you squared away as soon as possible.

Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never Again - Fix Your Returns Process

In 2025 to have no returns process is insane. They won’t provide you with a label, make you go to the post office. NEVER AGAIN. Had to spend $25 to return a $75 product. Embarrassing.

13 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi WB,
Our returns process should be straightforward and we regret to see you had trouble getting an item(s) returned to us. There's not enough information in this review to locate your account and we are using the "request more information" feature of this site to request your information so we can investigate what happened and make this right for you.
We hope to hear from you soon,
Sincerely

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

bad customer service

I’m disappointed with my experience with customer support. My claim wasn’t handled fairly, and despite providing detailed information, my concerns were dismissed without proper consideration. Communication was slow and unhelpful.

On the other hand, I’m very happy with my second RC short truck, which has had zero issues after two months of use. Unfortunately, it seems not all products are built the same, and some appear to use different-quality parts. Very dissatisfied with how my case was handled.

9 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Zman, we would like to look into this further and make sure you receive the warranty and support that Horizon Hobby provides to all of our products and customers. There is not enough information in this review to identify your account, and are using the 'request information' feature of this site to get it. Please let us know more details so that we can try to help.
We hope to make contact soon.
Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

if i could give it zero stars, i would

They do not have a phone number to call in and speak to someone. don't buy from them, go to motion RC or just flush your cash down the toilet, anything would be better than giving it to these suckers

1 December 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Zach, we're sorry to see you didn't have a great experience contacting us last week. Our Customer Service team starts contact via email or agents on live chat, but if you need to talk to us you can just ask the agent for a call and we will be happy to do so.
It looks like your package was delivered to the mailroom of your building last Thursday, a couple days after you contacted us. If you have any questions or need help with a return feel free to chat with our Customer Service agents 9-6 Mo-Fri CST and you can always ask for a call, or send us an email with your phone number and what you would like done and an agent will reach out to you.
We do appreciate your business and hope to better serve you in the future.
Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Buyer be aware: No RETURN on anything ever

Buyer be aware: they do not follow their own return policy. Essentially, you cannot return anything.
I ordered RF Flight simulator, software+controller, about $200 value. Software requires STEAM install which I cannot do due to security concerns. So, I immediately called and asked how to return. They said if I have opened the box, it cannot be returned. Even though their policy is for 30 day return and software not yet downloaded. They can easily confirm that I never downloaded their software. I never even touched any switches on the controller. But they refuse to take it back. If I had read other reviews on this site I would have never done business with this shady company. BTW, they have no phone number for customer service or complaints. Now I am stuck with some junk that will stay in the garage!
Only recourse is to disput the charge with my CC company.

20 November 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Jay,
We apologize for any frustration you’ve experienced regarding our return policy and the requirement to use Steam for installation.
We want to clarify that the software requires both a Windows operating system and a Steam account for installation and activation. This information as well as other minimum system requirements are provided on our purchasing page to ensure customers are fully aware of the requirements before making a purchase. Additionally, our return policy, which addresses eligibility and conditions for returns, is outlined in detail in the “Returns Policy” section of our website.
We understand our return policy may not be the preference for everyone, we are committed to making sure that our customers have information available they need to make an informed purchasing decision. We are also available throughout the week through online chat or by email to address any difficulties or concerns you may have.
Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolute trash customer service

Absolute trash customer service. Placed an order, to later be told the item was "out of stock", confirmed with Horizon directly that the item was in stock, only to find now the price has been increased. The reality is, they forgot to change the sale price, don't want to honor it, and cancelled the order and told me they can't help or explain why it was cancelled. Garbage tactics, just own the mistake and absolute trash customer service. Reporting the issue to the BBB as well.

18 November 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Barry,
Thank you for reaching out to us about this. We know this situation is frustrating, and we want to assure you that it has our full attention.
A recent technical issue with our third-party retailer led to the unintentional cancellation of some orders.
Our team is actively working on a solution and are investigating the root cause to ensure we fix this correctly. Our team will coordinate with the retailer to contact those who were impacted.
We sincerely appreciate your patience as we work to resolve this for you.
Sincerely,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They send out junk products then have…

They send out junk products then have no customer service at all to deal with said garbage don't waste your money with this place go to traxxas

8 November 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Larry.
Thank you for contacting our support team. We apologize for any inconvenience and understand the need to have a working battery with your new RC car.
We’re glad to see we were able to assist you through both chat and email, to address the issue and get a replacement shipped and delivered.
If you have any other questions or need further assistance, please feel free to let us know.
We are here to help!
Best Regards,

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Arrma rc cars junk

Arrma rc cars junk. Bought 4 used them few times. Only 1 still works. Their support is impossible to deal with. Scammer warranty. They can juma!. 2 wouldn't charge and 1 literally burnt up. China👎

6 November 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi John, Arrma cars come with a 2 year warranty and we have a technical team available Monday to Friday to help you troubleshoot and identify any issues. They will also work out whatever solution is needed, whether it's parts needed or getting the cars in to our Service Center. You can reach live agents on chat or send us an email and we'll follow up from there. We hope you'll take advantage of this service and let us help you get all your Arrma cars up and running. We hope to hear from you soon!
Best Regards.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Too many bad reviews.

I bought an RC plane from this company that had a known issue that I nor several others that I have seen had been warned about. After the plane takes off it will immediately go to the right and then nose dive. The plane is the UMX Timber X. I posted a review about this issue on the website that they promptly removed. I was never able to get any help with it either. $180 plus 3 batteries for 1.5 seconds of flight and that's it. I did buy other planes, bigger more expensive planes, but they have known issues as well and I'm afraid to put them in the air. So I'm selling everything and going to find a new brand.

5 November 2025
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Reply from Horizon Hobby

Hi Foxtrot Foxtrot Lima.
The UMX Timber has become one of the most popular UMX airplanes and has AS3X as well as SAFE to ensure the plane can automatically recover from any unusual attitude.
We would encourage you to reach out to our Product Support team to help diagnose and resolve any issues you are having with your model. They are available on Live Chat or email and we hope you connect with us soon so we can help your airplane back up in the air.
Best Regards,

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service

I ordered a Testors paint set and several days later I checked online for my order status. The site did not recognize my order. I chatted and was told it was processing. I emailed them nearly two weeks later and was then told it was on backorder. Not a good customer service experience.

3 November 2025
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