Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Looking at 96 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptional quality of the professional tools and equipment, noting how incredibly helpful the educational masterclasses and staff members are during training. People also deeply appreciate the wonderful supportive online community and the consistently prompt customer service provided by the dedicated team. Though some customers noted occasional issues with product quality, such as defective items breaking down or failing to work properly after a short time. Some people were also quite dissatisfied with the strict return policy and the difficult experience of obtaining refunds for faulty purchases.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fantastic desk lamp, bargain in the sale, only loses 1 star as the base pole is not movable , would be good if you could twist it so it has 360° movability. Fast delivery and good settings on brightne... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a fantastic experience with Katie Barnes tool range, I’ve done courses, I’ve purchased big life changing products for my beauty business, I’ve tried things and stepped out of my comfort zone.... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From start to finish - top service! Their social media approach focuses so well on how to's and why you need their products without being pushy or salesy. They also respond to every comment which is... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Russian manicure in person course The course was taught at kb hq, with kucy price being the educator. Lucy was so full if knowledge, and made me feel at ease. No question was a silly question... See more



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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Each time I order from Katie Barnes the…

Each time I order from Katie Barnes the communication is excellent, the delivery time is good and if there are any delays then I’m always kept in the loop and have been offered compensation for longer delay. Such good service and good quality items too. Cant go wrong!!

March 26, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

E-file and file bits

The e-file and file bits I have bought have been absolutely amazing. The product delivery times have been great and I'm looking forward to using these items plus any extras I buy in the future

March 25, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top quality for professionals needing the best.

I came across Katie Barnes, by a doctor friend who had just started doing nails as a side hustle. I really rated her high opinion of the Katie Barnes range, so I started making a few purchases. I now have the Efile, most of the bits and various other accessories, as well as purchasing a few of the Masterclasses.
I've never regretted a single purchase. All have been of the highest quality, giving me added confidence that I'm providing my clients with the highest professional services possible.
I'll continue to be a returning customer!

March 20, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Katie Barnes Efile bits are the best…

Katie Barnes Efile bits are the best I've ever purchased....
I won't be using any others and
£10 Tuesday is absolutely brilliant and a great way for me to keep a good stock of products and they always arrive promptly...
The quality of all the products is exceptional
And the KB Efile is super smooth.. my ol
Only regret was not buying one sooner

March 23, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a small team of wonderful…

This is a small team of wonderful individuals who really care to help the nail tech community. The tools are top notch, you can trust in the quality and performance of them. The efile is the best out there, the efile bits are second to none, the education is everything I didn't get in my expensive qualification. Katie Barnes and team have brought joy and fun and encouragement to me as a new nail tech and it shows in my work. I will always be grateful to them and the tools Katie has designed.

March 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I find KB Tools

I find KB Tools, including their eFiles, to be excellent resources. The staff has always been kind and readily helpful.

I've also taken many of their masterclasses to stay current with the latest training techniques. Continuing education is so important.

I highly recommend trying their products; they're truly transformative.

March 23, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful customer service!

I purchased KB curved cuticle scissors, (this is one of my purchases as a nail tech that I CANNOT live without) back in October, unfortunately they fell apart. When contacting customer service, I spoke to a very helpful lady (Pip). She responded quick and was very helpful, this was also a Friday evening. They kindly sent me a new pair. I highly recommend this company, 10/10 customer service!

March 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am a newbie to this company and they…

I am a newbie to this company and they are in my top 20 best company for tools and education. If you dont know about Tenner Tuesday you are missing out bigtime and i mean bigtime dont take my word for it check for yourself. Customer service is great Love this company thanks KB ❤️

March 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ordered from katie barnes a few times…

ordered from katie barnes a few times and ive never had any issues, the bits are amazing i currently use the 5in1 &5in1 mini and they make debulking a dream, i use the erin bit and now the cuticle pusher which has made cuticle prep so easy and look flawless ! there customer service is elite i recently had a extra item added to my order and when i tried to return they kindly allowed me to keep. every video is so informative and if you ever have questions they answer you so quickly on their social media platforms

February 14, 2025
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Reply from Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education

Thank you so much for your amazing review! 💖 It means the world to us to hear how much you love your KB tools and that they're making your work easier and more flawless! The 5in1's and Erin Bit are definitely game-changers, and we're so happy you're loving the Cuticle Pusher too!

We truly appreciate your support and are always here to help whenever you need—whether it's through our videos, social media, or customer service. Thank you for being part of the KB community!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful customer service and rip off comapny

2 orders went missing in the post. 10 days later they have still not arrived and tracking shows the post office have not scanned the items in. Customer service kept fobbing me off and telling me to wait. Still no items and they have a lot of my money. I now have to do a chargeback through my bank to get my money back. I will never shop here again and will use other far more reputable companies for drill bits

EDIT:- Company sent items out AFTER I had processed a chargeback with my bank. I returned the paackage unopened with tracking. The company also confirmed they had received the package back. They then asked me to cancel the chargeback and they would refund me. As they already had their goods back and I had my refund, my bank advised me not to cancel chargeback. Katies Barnes company have now tried to dispute the chargeback in an attempt to keep both the goods AND my money. Thankfully I have enough evidence to prove what has happened. BUYER BEWARE

RESPONSE TO REPLY: as per your reply, the royal mail did NOT find and send on the items. Your company re-shipped them AFTER I had made the charge back. The items were returned to you and you confirmed receipt, and yet you are still disputing the chargeback in an attempt to keep both my money and the items you have already received back. Quite different to what you are claiming in you reply. I will not be buying anything further from you at any time, as there are rival companies that provide far higher levels of customer service. So I will shop with those instead

February 13, 2025
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Reply from Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating it must have been.

As we explained, your parcel was unfortunately lost by Royal Mail, and we escalated the matter to senior management as soon as we were made aware. We also advised against raising a chargeback at that time, as Royal Mail was still working to locate and deliver your order.

While we always strive to provide the best possible service, once an order has left our premises, we are reliant on courier processes and must follow their procedures. This ensures that we can claim compensation for lost items and, when appropriate, send replacements without financial loss to our small business.

We were pleased that Royal Mail was able to recover and deliver your parcel. As you had already received the items, we kindly asked if you could cancel the chargeback, as this process not only results in a full refund but also incurs additional costs to us. However, we respect your decision to return the items instead.

We appreciate your feedback and regret that you were unhappy with the experience. If you have any further concerns, please feel free to reach out, and we would be happy to assist in any way we can.

Katie Barnes Customer Service

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What can I say about Katie Barnes nail…

What can I say about Katie Barnes nail tools , these are amazing quality and packaging is always amazing , I've just received the Valentine box ,omg! I was blown away with all the amazing items included for an awesome price . Why wouldn't you buy from KB xxx

February 10, 2025
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Reply from Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear how much you love your KB tools and packaging—it truly means the world to us!

We’re so happy you loved the Valentine’s Box—it was such a special one, and we’re delighted it exceeded your expectations! Enjoy all your new goodies, and thank you for your continued support.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything is great

Everything is great, great deals , good communication, tools cant be beat, videos on all items on how to use, beautiful box packaging. Will always recommend..

January 25, 2025
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Reply from Katie Barnes Tool Range & Education

Thank you so much for your kind words and support! We're so happy to hear that you love our tools, deals, and packaging—it truly means the world to us!

We’re also glad you find our videos helpful! We love making sure you have all the info you need to get the most out of your tools. Your recommendation means everything, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of the KB community!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is a fraud and absolutely…

This company is a fraud and absolutely abysmal. They will sell you a product then when it breaks claim it’s wear and tear when in fact it’s just cheap materials . I wouldn’t touch the with barge pole . Keep well clear
Purchased cuticle scissors they last 3 months and the company would not replace them. They Claimed the scissors were faulty due to wear and tear. That was rubbish. Total unsuitable and not fit for purpose. Could have just replaced them or give a refund . Simples

January 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing tools and team

The KB tools are great quality and lovely to use. The masterclasses are thorough and informative and the team are all lovely with great communication!

December 19, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t waste your money

The curved cuticle nippers lasted me 4 weeks before they broke. I contacted customer service and was told I was not due a refund as their policy states and that they had broke due to me using them improperly. I found their reply frankly, condescending. I have been a nail tech for years and didn’t realise cuticle nippers were complicated to use. They are far to flimsy for a full time nail tech to use and after reading the reviews on trust pilot (and yes, I wish I had done that earlier) I found that this has been an issue before. There are other nippers out there, I would give these a wide birth. They are definitely not worth the money.

January 14, 2025
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