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Looking at 57 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the company for its excellent products, often highlighting their quality and the variety of flavors available. Many people appreciate the efficient and dependable service, noting that orders are frequently delivered quickly and accurately. Reviewers also find the pricing to be competitive and the website easy to use, making the overall purchasing experience positive. However, some customers were not happy with the delivery service, specifically mentioning issues with delayed next-day deliveries or incomplete orders. There were instances where items arrived late, or parts of an order were missing, leading to disappointment and a perceived lack of communication regarding these delays.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My initial review is below: After getting no reply on email or phone I left the below review, A1 then replied and it’s been all smooth sailing from there. They replaced the entire o... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Other than a mishap of a delivery not coming when supposed to, I have had a good experience with the business. They did give me an incentive for anything I’ve been unhappy with.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great popcorn supplies and fast delivery both of which are very important for us as a cinema. We've been using A1 for three years now and have no intention of going elsewhere.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have bought several items from A1 Equipment. Transaction has been seamless and products have been amazing and delivery fast. My customers love the different flavours I make of Candyfloss.... See more

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Company details

  1. Food Machinery Supplier

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A1 Equipment is a family-run UK supplier of fun food machines and ingredients, serving businesses since 1986. We help cinemas, events and attractions boost profits with high-quality popcorn, candy floss, slush, churros, nachos, waffles, doughnuts, crepes, snow cones and much more! As the official UK vendor for Gold Medal USA, we provide reliable, efficient machines and great-tasting products at competitive prices. We pride ourselves on friendly, knowledgeable service, fast next-day delivery on orders over £150, and a simple 30-day return policy. Every machine includes a one-year parts and labour warranty in the UK, giving you confidence with every purchase. With decades of experience and strong relationships with leading manufacturers, we focus on quality, value and customer satisfaction. Whether you need equipment, ingredients or expert advice, we are here to help your business grow.


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4.2

Great

TrustScore 4 out of 5

166 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was so impressed with the quick…

I was so impressed with the quick delivery - and ease of ordering - popcorn is for a party for tomorrow night so hoping it tastes as good as it smells - fab company to deal with and excellent value.

March 16, 2023
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