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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs!! I ordered a bmw audio cable for my new subwoofer (sourced elsewhere, luckily!) this month (August 2026), all paid for with receipt. I then get an email, a week later, informing m... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company will likely reply to this review with “Fake Review” as it’s their modus operandi. My son purchased a speaker kit for an E46 but one of the items in the kit was incorrect. One week on,... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This place sales items and they have no idea, they don't even know the difference between an s type jaguar and an x type jag. They think the same facia trim fits both, and they dont listen about th... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Only gave one star as I had to register review, Purchased a Lexus 400h double din fitting kit online for £142.00 in February, still no sign of the item, tried to contact via website and telephone no r... See more

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Audio Visual World is one of the UK's largest internet dealers, with thousands of satisfied online customers. We have been serving the public online since 2003 and our directors have been in the electronics industry since 1982. With over 30 years of service we have attained a wealth of knowledge and experience that few other companies can offer. Our marketing knowledge reflects on our huge product range.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Orderd a DAB adapter for my car

Orderd a DAB adapter for my car, I was emailed to say the one I wanted was discontinued and there was another one suitable for my car, afer checking on Connects2 it was compatible. I received the DAB adapter only to find it was totally different to the one I ordered the second time. Contacted them to say I had received the wrong one, there email reply was for me to have a word with Connects2, after eventually getting through to their Tech department they said the DAB adapter I received was not compatible to my vehicle. Emailed Audiovisualworld again and was told to return the adapter for refund and had to fill a downloaded returns form (not printer friendly). Posted it back to them next day tracked delivery at the cost of £8.95. I has informed that I could not claim back the postage.
Week later I called them to enquire about my refund of £139.99 the person on the other end of phone asked, have we received it I said yes you signed for it next day after return delivery tracked, then the person said I'll send you an email and put the phone down, (no email sent) so I sent another email to say I was going to inform my card provider to deal with the refund.
I was eventually refunded £129.99.
So I am £18.94 out of pocket through no fault of my own, as Audiovisualworld sent me the item I did not order.
Do not deal with this on line company, they are a terrible company to deal with. I shoud have read the reviews before ordering anything off them.
Zero star rating

February 4, 2021
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

It's simple. This customer did not disclose that his vehicle had  sat-nav. Our description clearly states that the unit is not compatible with vehicles with sat-nav.
We agreed to accept the unit back which was returned in an un-saleable condition. We now have an open box and tested unit which can not be resold as new. On offer at half price now...so we lose 50% of the sales value.
A full refund was granted less any shipping costs, which we are not responsible for.
Conclusion: Please read the product description before making your purchase

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sent faulty equipment out STAY WELL…

Sent faulty equipment out STAY WELL CLEAR

December 23, 2020
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

Customer has chaged the fuse on the the amplified subwoofer enclouser and subsequently blown the amp. This normally voids the warranty, however, we have asked him to send the amp back to us us for repair/replacement....
We await a reply from the customer.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID AWFUL COMPANY, DIRE CUSTOMER SERVICE

AVOID, AVOID , AVOID, WORST COMPANY EVER.

I ordered an ISO lead for a Sony head unit, paid extra for 24/48 hour postage as I needed to fit the unit asap. The lead didn't arrive until 5 working days later, 7 days after ordering, too late. I then contacted them to arrange a return of the item for refund, I also complained about the slow postage. I returned the item via Royal Mail, funnily enough they received it the next day!!!! They have had it for over 8 days and no refund. I contacted them and the response was it was a 'special order item' and a refund was not possible. Their own terms and conditions list 'SPECIAL ORDER' as: 'Any item that is specific to a vehicle is also classed as a “special order.” The cable is NOT specific to a Vehicle it is for a head unit that can be fitted into any vehicle. So they contradict their own T&C. They accused me of threatening them, etc etc. When I asked for a refund for the item. They admit they have the item but they will dispose of it as its my property. AWFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE. I have now had to complete a Section 75 claim to my bank to obtain a refund. AVOID AVOID AVOID . NOW they lie on reply, the order was made on 17 June the item delivered on 23 June. Liars AVOID AVOID AVOID Trading Standards Complaint made. FINALLY RECEIVED REFUND FROM MY BANK. SO LESSON LEARNED, DON'T DEAL WITH THESE SCAMMERS.

July 3, 2020
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

The order was placed on the 27th of June as a special order for this customer. We took delivery on the late on the 29th of June after our cut-off time for dispatch. We dispatched the order the following day on the 48h delivery service the customer paid for.

After two days of receiving the item, the customer tells us he has purchased the item elsewhere. Our delivery was on time and we kept updating the customer with the progress of the order.

We can not be held responsible for when deliveries are received or delivered as it is in the hands of the courier companies.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service!

Good price for a car amplifier compared to other sites. Order process was quite easy. Received item the following week!
I also emailed them about another product. Timely reply from them as well.
Not a problem with Audio Visual World!

June 6, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What a terrible company!

What a terrible company!! Ordered a item in January, had a email to say item is out of stock. I requested a refund which they said no problem. Few weeks went by and still no money returned, emailed and was told refund was sent and said I needed to take it up with my bank. Contacted my bank and obviously nothing they could do other than confirm no refund in account. Contacted their world pay account and told as I was not their customer then audio visual world would have to contact them and they would happily look into it. They refused to do that and just kept saying refund had been sent. Had to open a case with my banks fraud team and get returned funds with sending evidence. 4 months later and finally got the money back thanks to my bank, these people are criminal. Avoid Avoid Avoid!!!

April 1, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs!!!M

Avoid at all costs! Paid for a Kenwood head unit... the money was withdrawn from my bank account the very next day THEN I had an email from AVW saying that this particular unit had not been in stock for 2 years. If that’s the case then surely big-time false advertising? I was offered two alternative brand units but refused saying I want my money back. Eventually I had an email saying my money was refunded via Worldpay but almost two weeks on the money is not on my account. I now have to wait 15 days in order for my bank to now try and get the money back for me, meaning just over a month has now elapsed! In the meantime this terrible company have informed they’ve now deleted my order details due to data protection and are now ignoring further mails from me. I will also report to trading standards as this is absolutely disgusting customer care as well as downright theft!!!

March 3, 2020
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor Customer Service - Avoid!!

Was interested in purchasing additional audio equipment for my car. Had asked Audio Visual World If they could fit the item.

They explained they were unable to help, which naturally, led to the follow up question by me if they could recommend somewhere I could get the item fitted.

They flat out refused to help me unless I purchased the item first. I tried to explain that as a consumer - it made sense that I try and find someone that can fit the item first and then purchase it. This was met with ignorant and rude emails from Jodie King who clearly doesn’t value customer service.

It’s a shame really - they’ve just lost out on a sale, as I was more than happy to buy the item from them and go with their recommended fitter once I made contact with them.

Would not recommend - haven’t ever come across a car audio supplier with this much arrogance and who don’t value helping their customers.

October 18, 2019
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

We have clearly stated that we do not offer an installation facility as we are a discount mailorder outlet. We provide excellent after-sales service in terms of help to installation and full product information.
It is the duty of the customer to organise the installation. He has demanded us to research installers in his area (unknown to us) and then give them the business.
Our policy is to help customers with general inquiries. We reiterated that we will provide details of approved installers once the customer had made the purchase from data supplied by the manufactures.
The chap lives in Coocku land. Pull the other one. ..

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

False advertisment! Wrong products! No customer service

Ordered the standard orion sub and was sent the SPL version. I contacted them about it as it is the wrong product and more expensive- trying to do the right thing. They replied advising they had contacted Orion and were told they only make 1 type. Ordered another 1 few weeks later and they sent me the standard one which is what they are advertising and what should have been sent the first time.

Got in an email battle with me and my husband that there is only 1 type of sub until i sent them a link showing the SPL version and pictures of the 2 subs they sent. No customer service manner in the emails either, very unprofessional.

Paid 10 for express delivery on both occasions. They now flat out refuse to collect the wrong one they first sent. Their excuse is past the 14 days despite being made aware and it not being used! Poibt is I'm installing both. Currently starting a case with trading standards and ombudsman. I have a rock solid case as advised by Citizines advice.

Will also be contacting Orion as they are supplying these products and claiming the information given from Orion themselves.

Run as far as you can from this lot. You're better off paying more and getring it from somewhere reliable.

July 29, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Will use again!

Ordered Friday night not expecting the company to work weekends I thought my parcel wouldnt arrive till at least Thursday. It was posted Monday and I received Tuesday. So happy with my focal speakers they have turned my 4/10 oem system into 9/10. Thanks audiovisualworld
-CHRIS TOYOTA GT86

June 24, 2019
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Price increased after purchase

I ordered a stereo fitting kit with free delivery within 28 days. After 28 days still no fitting kit. On follow up I was told I would have to pay a further £20 as the price had gone up after I had bought it!!! Shocking!! I have requested a full refund, and am tempted to report to Trading Standards depending on how quickly that is processed. What a waste of time and effort, and I will need to purchase elsewhere. I have now read a number of AVW responses below and no I wasn’t offered an upgrade!! :-)

May 6, 2019
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

We sent the following reply:

Thanks for your email. You clearly did not read or chose to ignore the confirmation we sent you soon after you placed your order.

As with all imported products, price rises are very common. With brands like Connects2, we have had many items that have had 100% price increases. We have absorbed as much we possibly can and would even sell at our cost just to fulfill any pending orders.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Thinkware ivolt battery

I contacted Audiovisualworld via email to enquire about a Thinkware ivolt Hardwire battery as they don’t have a telephone number listed on their site. I already knew the price of the item at £179.99 BUT wanted to know that they have the item in stock. I recieved a email confirming that they did have the battery in stock, Normally £199.99, our price £179.99. I hour later, I received another email stating that the price of this product will be revised to £199.99 as we only have the last one left. Can’t understand why the company wants to increase the price by £20 within the hr. I will not be placing my order with them and will take my business elsewhere. Think they take advantage of you as your unable to speak to them direct. Would not recommend them to anyone.

April 12, 2019
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

Her is a customer that has grasped the English language. Without making any purchase, posts a 1-star review. We have responded with the following reply:

Hi Yogi,

You clearly didn't understand our email. Furthermore, you have posted a 1-star review even though you have not made the purchase. Purely fabricated and unjustified.

There has not been a price increase however you have been informed that after the sale of the last remaining unit the price will increase.

I think this is excellent communication, warning the customer to avoid disappointment should you wish to palace your order at a later date.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Price increased by £100 once ordered and payment had been taken.

Ordered a brand new speaker for £450 on Audio Visual World website.
Payment was taken from my card and I received a confirmation email of my order and payment.
Four hours later received email advising that the price had to be increased by £100 and that I had to 'upgrade' my order.
Contacted my credit card provider to obtain a refund (which takes a week).
Other people are reporting the same issue of price being increased once payment has been made. Reported to trading standards.

February 17, 2019
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Reply from Audiovisualworld

The customer was offered an upgrade but chose not to take it. We refunded in full by the end of the end. A confirmation of the refund was sent but the customer did not check this bank account:

The above payment has been refunded in full

The transaction id for this refund is: 9811927806
Generated at: 16/Feb/2019

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had a very bad experience with them and…

Had a very bad experience with them and would not recommend. I order a set of speakers and paid for them as they were available on their website. Next day I receive a mail informing me that they did not have it in stock and have been asked to pay an extra £39 for the next best thing with no apologies or trace of a possible refund. After asking and explaining that I do not want anything else and requested a full refund they offered a discount for something I did not want instead of a confirmation of the refund!
Check their stock before ordering something!!!

January 24, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Had an issue with the wrong item turning up, however, customer service was excellent and replied within the hour saying they will dispatch the correct item the following day. Great service :)

January 22, 2019
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No issues with this transaction

Ordered a pair of Mission LX1 Speakers in cherry wood. After ordering, I checked the reviews here, and was a little worried, but they arrived very quickly. Ordered on Friday, received the following Monday. No issues whatsoever.

December 10, 2018
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Connects2 wireless charger kit

I tried to source charger kit from.other connects2 suppliers who said they could not get hold of it even though I'd spoke direct to connects2 who said they had them . One supplier who did say they could get it wanted double the price.
These guys priced it spot on and sourced the kit and delivered it when they said they would.
Great service.

November 8, 2018
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