Balfe's Bikes Reviews 

23,626
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Evaluating 4,876 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and professional during in-store visits, providing detailed guidance on product selection and setup. People also appreciate the exceptionally fast delivery times, smooth ordering processes, and great product prices compared to other available online stores. However, some people mentioned occasional issues with delivery delays, damaged packaging, or minor mechanical flaws that required unexpected adjustments upon receiving their items. A few consumers also stated receiving products that did not properly match sizing guides or experienced difficulties regarding after-sales support and communication.

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Product

Customers had positive experiences with product availability, value, and overall quality. Reviewers... See more

Service

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Staff

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Delivery service

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Price

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone was really helpful and knowledgeable, from first phone call to test drive and then collection. I was unsure about size, setup and how it worked with cycle to work scheme. I initially phoned t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service from Simon who supported me in deciding on my first road bike for my first triathlon. Talked me through the differences in each of the Liv models and found a bike which actu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Basic service very well done. The team are very knowledgeable and very good at answering all my questions. They imparted some super practical and useful advice. I will keep using them for all my bike... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I tried ordering a Met Trenta helmet, and received an email from Ben Lee at Balfe's Bikes informing me that due to a fault on their website the colourway I had selected was no longer available. I was... See more



Company details

  1. Bicycle Store
  2. Activewear Store
  3. Bicycle Repair Shop
  4. Bike Accessories Store
  5. Road Cycling

About Balfe's Bikes

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The Bike Sales and Servicing Specialists.


Founded in 2008, Balfe’s Bikes has 12 bike shops in London and the South East. We stock the world’s best bike brands including Trek, Specialized, Brompton, Whyte, Giant, BMC, Frog and more, plus all the acccessories you would expect.


We are proud to maintain high standards of service in our shops, our workshops and online. View our website for the latest product releases, deals and more to find everything you need to enjoy cycling.


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About Balfe's Bikes

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Free Click & Collect
To our 12 stores across London and the South East
Free delivery
Free delivery on all bikes over £500 - Free delivery non-bike orders over £30 (*excluding bulky or restricted items free delivery over £100)
0% finance
Available to help spread the cost via Klarna. Terms & Conditions apply.
Cycle to Work available
Vouchers accepted to save 25-39%
Online service booking
For our professional workshops
Balfe’s personal bike delivery
No unpacking required. Bike built and ready to ride straight away, for local customers

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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightfoward and helpful

Bought a bike online - received regular updates from build through to delivery and everything arrived well-packaged with everything needed to finish the set up.

I also contacted Balfe's twice for some advice and the staff were knowledgeable and friendly both times - I ended up ordering something else with an equally straightforward delivery. Would definitely recommend!

August 10, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

We had two problems

We had two problems. Firstly the staff gave us the wrong information about the Trek pannier fitting. Secondly, the Balfe computer system said that the additional fitting we needed was in stock, and when we visited the shop, this proved not to be the case. To fit a pannier has so far taken 4 visits to Balfe shops, and 3 phone calls.

August 15, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a Trek procaliber 9.5…

I purchased a Trek procaliber 9.5 online and collected it from the Gatwick showroom. The skilled staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The bike had been prepared for me and looked amazing. I was advised about registering on the Trek site to obtain my frame guarantee. Plus the free 30 day bike insurance through Sunday insurance. Balfes were the only site that offered this bike in the colour and size needed. The price beat all others by £150. This was not a short journey for me. M20/M26/M25/M3 But the onsite parking and beautifully stocked showroom were well worth the extra miles. In six weeks, I have the first free service. The over-all package with the bike is very good. From the Insurance to the money off next purchase. Highly recommended.

August 14, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Helpful, knowledgeable staff. The shop also had what i required on display so no need to shop online.

August 11, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful experience from this so called…

Awful experience from this so called bike company. The bikes weren't the right size for my partner or myself despite following their size guide. One bike was faulty and both not as described yet they dug their heels in and made us pay one of the carriage charges to get it returned. Please be aware the bikes are too high even at their lowest point. So disappointed with the service I received and would not recommend using them as their customer service isn't good at all. We are now £50 out of pocket and they are still insisting the bikes were the correct size. We've now ordered some bikes from Amazon. At least I know I will get treated far better there!! Thanks for wasting our time Balfes.

July 22, 2026
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