Safari Zone Reviews 77

I thought I could trust safari zone but god damn if your gonna scalp cards atleast do it good because it’s almost like they don’t even try to hide the fact that they are removing all the full sets and replacing them with holos and holo trainer cards I hope the entire website and stores get shut down because this is scamming at its finest

This company uses their FB moderators to manipulate positive reviews. I screenshot the Moderator list and screenshot the matching names on reviews. This will be shared with the BBB.

This company Claims they get products from trusting distributers. How??? when their primary source is Ebay. Avoid this seller at all costs. They also one of the scalpers. None of their products are from a Pokémon distributer. Report them to the Better Business Buerer!!! for unreliable sales!!!
This company as a whole is a Red Flag!!!

This company sent trolls at my social media over my review. They Switch their business address from Smyrna, Delaware to a po box in Clayton, Delaware when someone writes a negative review. They conduct shady business practices by harassing the reviewer. Shut this place down!!! The original store name was TD4W Games.

I used to love and frequent this online store but it's gone downhill quickly. The owner is extremely unprofessional and picks fights with people on the company Facebook page. They also cannoy handle any sort of criticism. They basically block anyone that isn't an echo chamber for them.

Additionally, I do not understand their ridiculous shipping costs. Seems like a cheap trick to get a few more dollars out of customers.

Bottom line: you're better off looking for another store to buy from.

Please report this seller to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for attempting to manipulate reviews through their cult following on facebook. very unethical practice from someone whos claiming to be trustworthy.

Where the hell do I even begin! A buddy of mine recommended I head down to their shop to view their “wide” choices of Pokémon products. I was timid at first mainly because of the reviews that I had read on here but regardless I drove down to the shop… this is where things got dark, the front of the store has a “beware of dogs” sign hung up and when I stepped inside there was a BEAST sitting at the counter with its back to the door. I got anxious and quite honestly pissed myself a little bit. It turned around and greeted me, I was absolutely speechless! I started walking around but the only Pokémon products they had were some crappy celebrations tins…. But that wasn’t the true nightmare of this store, I heard kids crying from behind a door located in the far right corner of the store. I cracked the door open a little only to see her nieces and nephews sorting through A TON of bulk submissions. How could child labor exist in this glorious country we live in! I demand justice for those kids! From that day on I could spot that BEAST of a woman 15+ miles away. STAY AWAY FROM THIS STORE!

The store is an absolute nightmare, I thought seeing my sleep paralysis demon was scary but the store tops that experience! Upon walking in I was greeted by Jabba the Hutt and she smelled like a pack of Newport cigarettes, in fact the whole store REEKED of nicotine. Please don’t buy from this business! You’re supporting a nicotine addict she will start to lose her teeth!

If you read the reviews, you get a mix of good and bad. I’ll address everything in an unbiased manner. First, pricing. Pricing is actually reasonable. They offer most modern (currently in print) at market price or below. So for example, an Evolving Skies Booster Box at time of posting would be about $100 per box versus competitors charging upwards of $115+. They also allow you to buy sealed cases as well, which is also great and not something readily available. They also don’t upcharge on cases as well. Now, here’s where the negative comes into play.

Their shipping is atrocious, especially if you live on the west coast. For shipping a case of Booster Boxes on the East Coast ranges towards the $14-$15 range which isn’t terrible. That same case going to the West Coast costs upwards of $45-$55. Now while the world is experiencing shipping coasts increase across the board, multiple other vendors have maintained a free shipping threshold. Safari has not.

I was curious about the shipping pricing and put in the specs for a case of Booster Boxes into the website pirateship.com, a website I’ve used for shipping multiple packages via UPS/USPS. A case to me would be closer to $11. So there’s a slight up charge which is okay.

However shipping from Delaware to California using pirateship? <$20. So Safari is up charging roughly $20+ on shipping to their west coast customers. Now this leads me to think one of two options: 1) They’re not aware of better shipping options but not open to it. Or 2) They’re intentionally charging their customers more for shipping which I find distasteful. When bragging about selling 1,000 Booster Boxes in 10 minutes for $100 a piece, the shipping charges alone can account for up to 20k+ if all their customers were from the West Coast. Add in 4 sets per year, that’s potentially 80K of extra fees they’re collecting from their customers on a yearly basis.

Another issue I have is regarding their handling of packaging products. There have been cases where customers would purchase a sealed product (Celebrations Mini Tins Display) only to get their order opened. The tins taken out of the display, box thrown away. When this person reached out, they were told that this was part of their shipping policy and to save costs. So that’s a risk you run. People have had boxes opened, but no evidence of tampering. While this might not affect those who rip everything they purchase, for people like myself who like to keep things on display this ruins the product.

I’m not going to address their issues getting certain products, as that’s more on TPCI and their delays. However their attitude addressing these leaves something to be desired. Angelique (Angel to the peeps) treats customers with more disdain unless you’re one of the favorites. People asking legitimate questions about products, orders, why shipping is so high, etc. are met with callousness.

Personally, I find it hard to support a business that treats their customers poorly. I’ll let you make your own decisions, but I feel you should know ahead of time what you’re getting yourself into. If you buy a box of Vivid Voltage for $100, expect another $10-$15 for shipping minimum. Are there better deals out their? Sometimes. Is Safari a reputable company to purchase from? They can be.

If you ever read this, Dan or Angel, understand that I think you’ve got a wonderful business model overall. However some of your sales tactics have left a foul taste in your customers mouths. If you were more open and up front about things like shipping prices, I’d support your business more often.

Site is decent, but most things tend to be overpriced. Also they print the shipping label a long time before getting the items in stock. I have waited months to receive items after initial estimated date for shipping. Sent multiple emails to the company, response took a few days.
They then proceeded to sell more of the items I was waiting on for a reduced price. After asking about this, I got a refund for the difference and they deleted my account on the site. They don't respect their customers they are just interested in trying to scam you, build false hype and then not help you. If you annoy them, they will delete your account and ignore you.

Disgusting online store. Borderline overpriced prices. Shipping prices are insanely high. Do not understand why people keep buying from them. The owner Angelique is literally insane and will block you for any reason

Safari Zone is a great company. They go out of their way to ensure the masses can all acquire product at an MSRP. They even offer products below MSRP. The best part is the owner keeps it real with the customers and does not allow a scalping! Awesome service provided!!

Perfect seller, honest great packaging and all around good group of people. 10 out of 10 would do business with again.

Safari Zone always goes above and beyond for their customers. They have savage deals and always work incredibly hard to fill all orders. This is the number 1 online shop that I will trust.

Ive purchased from Safari several times and have always had a positive experience. Additionally, I sell bulk to Safari Zone Collectibles. They have the best bulk rates around.

Awful website layout. Borderline flipper prices. Shipping prices suck. Not quite sure why they have such a crazy fan base when they’re raping their customers but to each his or her own.

I have never had a bad experience with this place. My items are always perfect and shipping is quality. The staff are fantastic and friendly and the prices are super.

The team at Safari is incredible and very professional. One of the best in the business.

Easily the best and most trustworthy place to get cards from. Never a bad experience and the prices aren’t scalper prices

People are awesome that work there great people