Fotospeed Reviews 

3,725
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 332 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptional quality of the diverse photo papers and the extremely prompt, reliable delivery service that always arrives securely packaged. People also deeply appreciate the incredibly helpful technical support, expert advice, and guidance provided throughout the entire purchasing experience. Consumers consistently note that browsing items and downloading necessary printer profiles is remarkably straightforward and convenient. However, some people mentioned that shipping arrival times can occasionally feel frustratingly elongated compared to expectations. A few reviewers additionally noted minor difficulties regarding tracking links or receiving prompt email responses when questions arose.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fotospeed really offer the complete package as far as photo printing goes. I'm no pro but the range of papers is extraordinary - possibly too many fo peole like me, but there it is. Good online video... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've only dealt with Fotospeed on a couple of occasions but each time I've received excellent service and my orders have arrived the next day. Can't fault the service and can't wait to start using the... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer service is awesome… just this morning..after buying a canon 1100 last week and having a few issues…after Tim came back off holiday… he phoned me and put me right… great papers in tests… highl... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fotospeed provide first class products and services. Not only do they have a very diverse range of great papers, both their own and other well known providers, they also have numerous other produ... See more

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  1. Photo Shop

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Fotospeed was established in 1989 with the intention of manufacturing and distributing the highest quality darkroom photo chemistry and paper with customer service second to none. Many years later Fotospeed still leads the market in darkroom and has added the very best in digital paper, inks, software and hardware. And don't forget we still pride ourselves on our customer service and technical support.

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Fine Art Ink Jet
The Fotospeed award winning Fine Art Inkjet Papers have been specifically selected for their paper and image quality and are all 100% acid-free, making them ideal for Giclee printing. Fotospeed has been developing their Fine Art inkjet range for over 15 years. We are constantly reviewing the latest coating technologies to ensure our papers remain state of the art. Quality and consistency are key to Fotospeed and work to the highest QC in the industry. The papers perform excellently with Dye or Pigment Inks.
Photo Quality Paper
The Photo Quality inkjet papers are the heart and soul of the Fotospeed inkjet paper range. The range comprises of your day to day go to papers and includes Lustre, Gloss and Matt finishes. As with all Fotospeed inkjet papers they use the latest coating technologies to ensure the highest quality output in both colour and B&W. Over the years, the Photo Quality range has won multiple awards and guarantee sharp quality image output time after time.
Inkjet Canvas
Fotospeed Canvas - Helping create master pieces for over 15 years - isn't it time you created yours. The Fotospeed canvas range offers a wide range of products including polyester, poly-cotton and cotton as well as varying white points from bright white to natural white. Using the latest base materials and weave technology for the canvas and coating technology for the surface, the range offers beautiful image quality with a crack resistant surface. So, whether you are looking to create a contemporary piece or display fine art there is a product for you.
Darkroom
Fotospeed have been manufacturing Black & White Chemistry, Alternative Process, Toners and Dyes and Traditional Black & White papers for over 30 years. Our products are manufactured, bottled and packaged in our warehouses in the UK. They are used all over the world from here in the UK to as far field as Australia and Americas. Here at Fotospeed we are passionate about traditional darkroom processing, after all, that’s where we started back in the 1980's

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fotospeed is a first-rate business

Fotospeed is a first-rate business.

I am a professional photographer and, some while ago, decided to start printing. I bought my Canon Pro-1100 printer through Fotospeed, and their service was excellent. They are always helpful and willing to share their knowledge. Furthermore, the wide range of paper they manufacture is of the highest quality.

I met the owners and staff at The Photography and Video Show in Birmingham last week. I am pleased that they are also really nice people, so I'll continue to do business with them. Highly recommended

15 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Hi Ivor,

Thank you so much for this feedback, we really appreciate your kind words and are so glad you like our products.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I use their Stop Bath in my darkroom…

I use their Stop Bath in my darkroom and love it as it is odourless, so i thought i would try the fixer as I had run out of my usual one and I regret the decision ...
The chemical stink is unfortunately truly disgusting and I can still smell it days later even after having disposed of it and washed my tray out.
My usual fixer is odourless, so i will be going back to that and won't be using this stuff again.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the review Amanda, we understand the chemical scent is not for everyone with the FX20, however we do have an odourless fixer which is FX30 we hope you give this a try at some point.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good price

Good price, items in stock and fast delivery.

7 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the review, it's very much appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just what I needed

I was after a certain type of paper in a certain size and they could provide it. All delivered safe and sound in the timeframe provided. Can't fault them

4 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the feedback Michael, we really appreciate it and glad we were able to assist in your search.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly, quick and great quality

Friendly over-the-phone ordering, quick delivery, and great paper for photographic printing. Perfect

2 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the review Nick, it's very much appreciated.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast efficient service

Fast efficient service. Thank you

8 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you Steph for taking the time to give us feedback, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, next day delivery & very competitive prices. There was a small packet of sweets inside my latest order too, a really nice treat. Thank you.

3 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback Julie, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and first class service

Excellent and first class service, prompt delivery. The YouTube channel is excellent with lots of information.

4 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for taking the time to give your feedback Chris, we really appreciate it and are so pleased you find the channel informative.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well presented, practical course

Well presented course focused on preparing and printing black and white images. It was particularly useful to be able to print my own images on the same printer that I own in order to explore its potential. I also valued the opportunity to optimise the printing of my B&W images on various Fotospeed papers.

5 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the great feedback Stuart, we really appreciate your review and are so pleased you enjoyed the course.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

From website through to delivery Fotospeed and their courier were efficient and informative. In short an excellent service.

23 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for taking the time to review us Clee, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clear website

Clear website, easy order procedure, swift delivery.

26 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you Alan for taking the time to review us, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great to deal with

Great to deal with. Prompt delivery.

28 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the review Clive, it's appreciated.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer care

Excellent customer care. And excellent paper!

2 March 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for taking the time to give your feedback Emilio, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. the packaging was superb, double walled cartons, reinforced corner protection, next day service. the photographic paper arrived in absolutely pristine condition.

very highly recommended

27 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the great feedback Ray, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Go To company for all photographic printing supplies

I always by my photo paper from Fotospeed because their products are very good and they ship promptly. They also provide a lot of help and advice, including specific printer colour profiles for each of their papers.

27 February 2026
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Reply from Fotospeed

Thank you for the great feedback, we really appreciate it.

Best wishes
Emma

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