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Varuste has plenty of good gear and the prices are reasonable. My order arrived, but it took longer than expected and packaging wasn't very sturdy. Still, the products themselves were fine, so I'll or... See more
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Placed an order on friday, they sent in on monday, arrived on thursday, less than a week from Finland to Norway. Order confirmation and payment correct, what else do you need? First time I bought some... See more
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A wide selection, competitive prices, and a smoothly working online store. I’ve been a customer for years, and what I appreciate most is the flexible and consistently fast service. Every recent order... See more
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Versatile selection of quality outdoor goods. Shop based in Helsinki, Finland and worldwide shipping through our webshop. Expert-level service with a friendly attitude catering all outdoor enthusiasts' needs. We provide only the best gear what we use ourself as well. So for short: only the best of the best gear will do. We keep our prices fair and our selection fresh. We are continuously hunting for interesting products for our and your delight. You're welcomed to visit us at our shop in Konala (North-West of Helsinki) or do easy and secure shopping in our webshop. We are here only for you.
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Malminkartanontie 1, 00390, Helsinki, Finland
- +358 9 4540707
- info@varuste.net
- varuste.net
4.3
Excellent
1K reviews
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Replied to 74% of negative reviews
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Top notch customer support
They have not always had what I wanted in stock, but they have a rather good selection of very good products at good prices, and they have absolutely top notch customer support.
February 27, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello John,
Thank you for your delightful feedback!
We're glad to hear that you appreciate our selection of products at good prices. While we strive to keep all items in stock, we understand that this can sometimes be a challenge.
We're especially pleased to know that our customer support has met your expectations. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to continuing to serve you with the best possible experience.
Wishing you awesome outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
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Overcharged due to Varuste errors
Varuste made numerous mistakes on their customs paperwork resulting in a completely unnecessary charge of £46 by UK customs. They repeatedly denied their errors and when I pointed them out to them (on their own paperwork) they did absolutely nothing to resolve the problem. Following threats of additional charges I was left to clear up after them and pay for their errors. Really poor attitude. If you make a mistake then you should take responsibility for it.
February 26, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear about your disappointment.
We strive to be transparent and clear about our terms. All orders delivered to non-EU countries are shipped without the EU value-added tax. The recipient is responsible for any possible import duties and taxes in the destination country.
When you select a non-EU country, we provide information about these potential taxes in the destination country. We apologize, but we cannot change this matter, as customs duties and charges depend on the local customs authorities.
Best regards,
Varuste.net team
Varuste is my favourite store
Varuste is my favourite store. As a customer from Australia, we can't source locally many of the excellent Scandinavian, German and other European brands that varuste stocks. Any retailers importing quality hiking gear add huge margins, so I really appreciate being able to purchase quality gear directly at reasonable prices. The merchandise arrives ridiculously quickly and the shipping is priced reasonably. The outlet options are fantastic and even better value - I just wish they had more stock!
March 7, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We're delighted to be your favorite store and to hear that we can provide you with access to brands that are hard to find in Australia. We strive to offer quality gear at reasonable prices, and it's great to know that our efforts are appreciated. We're also pleased that our shipping service meets your expectations in terms of speed and cost.
We understand your wish for more stock in our outlet options, and we are continuously working to expand our offerings.
Thank you for your support, and we look forward to serving you again soon.
Wishing you happy trails and awesome outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Great experience
Great experience, very professional, did dozen of orders.
Once they didn't have item on stock, refunded immediately.
Will buy again.
March 10, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Mirnes,
Thank you so much for your kind words and feedback!
We're thrilled to hear about your great experience with us and appreciate your continued trust in our services. We look forward to serving you again soon. :)
Wishing you wonderful outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Varuste is excellent
Varuste has great gear , the selection is excellent and the turnaround time is excellent as well . The service is the best !
March 5, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Roman,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback!
We're thrilled to hear that you are pleased with our gear selection. Providing excellent service is our top priority, and it's wonderful to know that we've met your expectations.
We look forward to serving you again soon.
Wishing you happy adventures,
Varuste.net team
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Great profissionalism and very fast…
Great profissionalism and very fast service.
Thank you from Portugal
March 4, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Paulo,
Thank you very much for your feedback and kind words.
We are glad to know you have been happy with our services. We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again soon.
The whole Varuste.net team wishes you awesome outdoor adventures!
Great customer service (I called and…
Great customer service (I called and there was another person on the phone who helped! Not a guarantee with a lot of webshops these days). Good prices, good selection of mountaineering/ice climbing/climbing gear, fast shipping to Denmark.
February 13, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Luna,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We are delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our service. Providing excellent customer service and a great shopping experience is very important to us, so we are glad to know we have succeeded in this. :)
We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again in the future.
Wishing you awesome outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Barbour Classic
I bought a Barbour and the ease of finding sizes and the speed of delivery made me give it a 10
Thank you very much
February 18, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Javier,
Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback!
We are thrilled to hear that you had a great experience finding the right size and that the speed of delivery met your expectations. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and it's fantastic to know we earned a 10 from you.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to us. We're here to help!
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures and happy trails,
Varuste.net team
Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Harri,
Thank you so much for your positive feedback!
We are delighted to hear that you find us to be a reliable shop and that our website works well for you. We continuously strive to improve our services and provide the best possible shopping experience for our customers.
Looking forward to serving you again soon.
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
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Recent order
I ordered climbing equipment to be delivered to Ireland. The delivery was not free but I received everything in 3 days time and everything packed nicely. Prices are very competitive , I will be buying again from them. Nothing but satisfaction
February 9, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Darius,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with your recent purchase and that our competitive prices and efficient delivery met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you plan to shop with us again.
We wish you many exciting adventures with your new climbing equipment. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us anytime.
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Francisco,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
We are thrilled to hear you have been happy with our services. We are grateful for your support and look forward to serving you again soon.
The whole Varuste.net team wishes you outstanding outdoor adventures!
Quick and accurate shipping
My order arrived in a timely manner and the product was exactly as I expected. Taxes were as expected and customs and duties were very reasonable.
February 10, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We are thrilled to hear that your order arrived promptly and that the product met your expectations. It's great to know that the taxes, customs, and duties were reasonable for you as well.
Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we are grateful for your support. We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Wishing you awesome outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Customer service hard to reach but eventually helpful
Unfortunately it was next to impossible to reach customer service. Noone answered the phone, no chat was available, and it took days to get an answer by mail. When that answer finally came, my questions weren't answered and obviously neither my mails nor the comments I had made when placing our order had been read. We bought ski equipment and wanted to arrange pick-up at the store in Helsinki which unfortunately is not an option for international customers, and we wanted to make sure the skis and bindings were ready mounted when we got there. Didn't get any confirmation and have no idea if things will work out.
UPDATE: once we finally got an answer from customer service, everything was quickly and efficiently resolved to our full satisfaction. So I’m changing the number of stars to four, would’ve given five if communication had been more efficient. Also a suggestion: it would be great if it was possible to order things and pick them up at the store also as a foreign customer.
February 12, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello,
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration you experienced with our customer service. We understand how important it is to have timely and effective communication, especially when arranging details for your order. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continuously strive to improve our services.
We are sorry to hear about the difficulties you faced in reaching us and the lack of clarity regarding your order. We assure you that we are taking your comments seriously and will work on improving our response times and communication processes.
Regarding your specific concerns about the ski equipment and pick-up arrangements, we would like to resolve this matter as quickly as possible. Please contact us at info@varuste.net so we can ensure everything is in order for your visit.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your patience and understanding.
Best regards,
Varuste.net team
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Great outdoor shop
Excellent prices. Super fast delivery. Finland to Latvia in 4 days:)
February 8, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Oscar,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We are delighted to hear everything went smoothly. We look forward to serving you again soon.
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Professional and fast service
Professional and fast service! Products in good quality! Thank You! Definitely will order again!
February 8, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Greete Steinburg!
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found our service professional and fast, and that you're pleased with the quality of our products. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're thrilled to know you'll be ordering from us again. We look forward to serving you soon!
Wishing you an adventure-filled year, The Varuste.net team
Good service and a great selection of…
Good service and a great selection of stuff to choose from.
January 27, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Andreas Andersson Ulander!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you appreciated our good service and the great selection of products we offer. We strive to provide a wide range of options to meet all your needs. We look forward to welcoming you back for more shopping soon!
Wishing you an adventure-filled year, The Varuste.net team
This website is a scam
This website is a scam. After I purchased clothing, they sent me a separate bill for duty and customs—amounting to half the price of the items I bought. When I refused to pay, they returned the shipment and charged me a hefty fine.
Beware! They hide these extra customs and duty fees until after you complete your purchase.
January 31, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hi,Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are genuinely concerned to hear about your experience and want to assure you that we take such matters very seriously. Varuste.net is a company founded by five Finnish friends over 20 years ago, and we pride ourselves on our honesty and transparency. Our reputation is built on trust, and we have no intention of misleading our valued customers.
We are currently investigating these claims thoroughly, especially since we have received multiple identical reviews at the same time, which raises questions about their intent. We want to ensure that all our customers have a clear understanding of any potential customs and duty fees before completing their purchase, and we are committed to resolving any misunderstandings.
Please reach out to our customer service team directly so we can address your concerns and find a satisfactory resolution. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Wishing you a great day, The Varuste.net team
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Very Good customer service
I'm changing my initial opinion because Varuste was able to help me with the delivery problem I encountered with FedEx, who didn't deliver the parcel once it arrived in France and returned it for no reason. Customer service was very responsive and was even able to send me a backpack by express delivery so that I could have it before I went on holiday. I really appreciate the responsiveness and understanding of customer service. I received my bag in 2 days! Well done to Varuste for solving this problem.
I don't recommend using FEDEX for delivery. DHL delivered express without any problems!
The bag is amazing and also the reduced price on it :)
Thank you so much!
January 25, 2025
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Reply from Varuste.net
Hello Louis,
Thank you for taking the time to update your feedback.
We're delighted to hear that our customer service team was able to assist you with the delivery issue and ensure you received your backpack in time. Your kind words about our responsiveness and understanding mean a lot to us.
Thank you once again for your patience and trust in us. We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
Disappointment from sealskinz
On January 15, 2025 I contacted Customer support "Sealskinz" asking to know what is going to happen with my order, the response of an employee named Karina was that the package is already at customs and he does not know anything more, but he informed me that he will request information from the courier.
Today you tell me that the specific product is out of stock.
I am very sorry because I understand that you are ignorant about your products.
December 27, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Varuste.net
Hello,
We're sorry to hear that you've experienced challenges with your order. Please contact our customer service so we can assist you. We address every message and do our best to resolve all issues.
Kind regards,
Varuste.net
Reply from Varuste.net
Hi Antonio,
Thank you for your kind words!
We're delighted to hear that you are satisfied with the delivery speed and the quality of our products.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to serving you again in the future.
Wishing you amazing outdoor adventures,
Varuste.net team
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