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Review summary

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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the products, finding them engaging and well-made, with some noting that their children love the monthly crates and continue to play with the items. Reviewers also frequently praise the customer service for being responsive, helpful, and quick to resolve issues like missing pieces or address changes. However, some people were dissatisfied with the customer service, citing unhelpful responses, a lack of follow-up, and difficulty reaching support. A few customers also expressed frustration with the subscription auto-renewal process, finding it unclear or sneaky. Additionally, some experienced issues with order delivery times not matching initial estimates and receiving products that were damaged or incomplete.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Delivery failure. Hard to contact this company when they continually fob you off with long replies saying here to help and then proceed not to. Your thank for your order email to me after my purch... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

#1 Prepaid 12 month subscriptions and others are NONREFUNDABLE! On the checkout page click on the very tiny ? to read the fine print. Very disappointing. The kits are too difficult for my granddaug... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I had initially reached out via email about a concern with my subscription and was told by Lloyd there was nothing to be done. I then called and spoke with Ays who resolved the issue almost immediatel... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

While the boxes are great customer service and support stinks! They changed addresses on 3 subscriptions to one addresses. They refuse to make it right. The non English speakers are the worst! I... See more

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Our goal is to inspire kids to see themselves as scientists, artists, creators, and makers. We deliver STEM, STEAM & Science kits for kids of all ages. Over 10 million kits shipped!


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The agent went above and beyond after I…

The agent went above and beyond after I provided more context on why my crate was returned to Kiwi, it wasnt because of wrong address but more a USPS issue. They reactivated my subscription and even decided to re-send the crate from months ago that got lost. Thank you so much

6 March 2025
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Thanks for your great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were responsive

They were responsive, helpful and said they would send me a new piece( that was broke) for my daughters art spinner kit.

6 March 2025
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Glad we can help!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Change of crate frequency

I was hoping to change my crate delivery frequency from every month to every other month.

My request was understood and fulfilled very quickly. The customer service was extremely friendly and helpful.

6 March 2025
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Glad we can help! Thanks for your feedback!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great products!

Before my granddaughter’s birth I set up a Panda Crate subscription for her. My sister gifted crates to my other grandchildren and I continued those for a couple of years. We have really enjoyed the crates over several years. The Panda Crates have been wonderful. Zora’s parents have really enjoyed playing with her and the unique toys. Unfortunately the last two crates have not been sent until I contacted the company. This disrupts the idea of them being age appropriate. I am disappointed.

5 March 2025
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Thanks for providing your feedback! If there is anything else we can help with, please reach out to our team and we'd be happy to further take a look at the recent Panda Crate that was sent out.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been a costumer for years - kiwico is part of my childrens childhood

We have been with kiwico for years, my kids are waiting for this, lots and lots of hours of fun, learning. Its our quslity time together. There is allways something new, never repeats it self, and everytime i had a logestic problem, costumer support was simply amazing. Thank you kiwico

6 March 2025
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Thanks for your great feedback and being part of the KiwiCo family!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The quality is about what I expected…

The quality is about what I expected but you have to be realistic about the build experience. Our grandchild was able to put it together but did need some guidance. It’s not a thing a kid can do on their own. Some if it is physical dexterity and some is problem solving. Bottom line, if you’re looting for plug and play then don’t go with the stem kits. But if you want your child to learn perseverance and problem solving and you have an engineer in the family then go for it.

1 March 2025
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Reply from KiwiCo

Hi there and thanks for your feedback! We will be sure to pass this along to our team for review. If you'd like us to take a look at your account to make some changes to your current club, please reach out to our team and we'd be happy to assist you. Thanks again for letting us know!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you

Understanding. No pressure. My reason for stopping is that our son wasn't finding the crates challenging and lost interest.

27 February 2025
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Thanks for letting us know!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an issue with my granddaughter’s…

I had an issue with my granddaughter’s kit she received. Ruth was so kind to explain the problem and took care of it. She was very helpful, kind, and just a great customer service representative.

28 February 2025
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Glad we can help. Thanks for your great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kiwico is a SUPERB.

Kiwico is a great company. The services they offer are brilliant, and very current as an aide in getting children and youths interested in STEAM. I am satisfied with my purchase, and will recommend to peers.

27 February 2025
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Thanks for your great feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick response time

Your customer service team is very responsive and easy to interact with - offering quick resolutions to issues. Thank you!

25 February 2025
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Glad we can quickly resolve the issues! Thanks for letting us know!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They sent missing pieces

I received a package that was broken and missing pieces. I emailed KiwiCo and they responded by sending me those pieces.

24 February 2025
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Happy to help. Thanks for your feedback!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Zero customer service

I heard great things about KiwiCo from my daughter for a long time, so for my grandson's birthday I finally ordered a crate. Probably my fault that the delivery address is not correct. Somehow got part of my grandsons address and half of mine combined making the package undeliverable. I've tried every way I can to contact some one to correct the address, but can only reach an unhelpful bot at Kiwico that gives no useful information on how to correct this. No humans work there for customer service as near as I can tell. I have found no avenue in trying to move this issue forward. Yes, I was given a tracking number and have had no luck going through the shipping company either. As near as I can tell, there is no way to correct the situation and my grandson's birthday present will likely sit in some shipping center forever. I would've accepted some of the responsibility for what is probably my own error, but there seems to be no one on the KiwiCo side to accept any responsibility to help me constructively address the problem. I'm so frustrated at this point, I don't see myself ever gifting out of KiwiCo in the future since I know there is no way to correct a problem. Today is my grandson's birthday.

11 February 2025
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Reply from KiwiCo

Hi there and thanks for reaching out regarding your experience. We’re sorry to hear that it was challenging for you to find our contact information on our website. For future reference, please select the "help" button on the lower right side of our webpage and then follow the prompts to reach our Customer Care team. We’d be happy to look into your order to correct the shipping address and send out a replacement crate for your grandson. We’ve sent you a request for additional information and hope to hear from you soon.

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