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Most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers found the delivery service to be quick and efficient, often highlighting the helpfulness and politeness of the delivery staff. People appreciated the care taken with their items and the convenience of having heavy parcels brought into their homes. However, a significant number of people were dissatisfied with the contact and product aspects. Customers frequently reported issues with being unable to track deliveries, a lack of communication regarding delivery times, and difficulties reaching customer service by phone or through online platforms. Some also experienced problems with products arriving damaged or with missing items, and a few noted that the delivery service did not always adhere to agreed-upon schedules or delivery instructions.

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Staff

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Based on these reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The machine in ikea was a little hard to get working but the delivery guys were amazing and polite and helpful

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I ordered a delivery in person at IKEA Greenwich for some wardrobes. Firstly when I started the process on the display there was no flexibility in days to deliver my address. When I completed the orde... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I was only notified 5 minutes before my items arrived that they were on their way. I wasn't given an hour slot arrival time as stated in the confirmation email and so did not have time to prepare for... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience. I filled in all the relevant information about my flat (first floor) which meant two people helped carry it into my flat, which was great because I have a sprained wrist at t... See more


Company details

  1. Removals Service
  2. Courier and Delivery Service
  3. Logistics service
  4. Removals company
  5. Delivery Company
  6. Shipping service

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With Shift you can move anything anywhere. We use a set of algorithms which allows you to move your things anywhere in the UK, anytime you like. That algorithm stuff sounds clever, but it’s based on a simple idea. By using the excess downtime of thousands of delivery drivers across the UK, we can get your large packages, furniture, motorbike (or anything else you fancy) delivered for less. Not only do our drivers get paid fairly, but the planet stays happy too - because we use existing vans on the road which avoids unnecessary extra trips. It’s one of those rare win-win-win! So what are you waiting for? Shift it.


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3.1

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

7K reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Appalling service - don’t use

I used the secure locker service at an Access storage location. Terrible service from Shift. They provided an 8 hour collection window, but only notified me that goods were available to collect 2 hours before the end of the window. I had to drive to the storage locker and collect in the dark - felt unsafe.

24 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic customer service

Fantastic customer service. Swift and professional delivery service provided. The driver did everything by himself. Very kind and helpful. I received updates throughout the day up until my turn for delivery.

24 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

is there any option for zero star?

is there any option for zero star? DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. they were meant to deliver IKEA order on 9/01/2026. we were home all day, no one turned up, no update, no one to contact to, virtual assistant takes you on a merry go round that never ends, filled in query form and was told someone will get in touch in 24 hours. no one contacted. in the end we had to contact IKEA and cancel the order. absolutely useless bunch these lot! POOR SERVICE.

2 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We tried to collect an Ikea order via a…

We tried to collect an Ikea order via a Locker in Morrison in Working. The locker were were assigned was broken. We were able to open a completely different locker which contained someone elses order. Customer services for Shift is non existant - the chatbot is not working and they do not answer the phone. Do not use this service.

11 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Broken locker in Woking and no support

Booked a locker collection in Woking. Arrived at the given time to find a note written in sharpie on the locker saying it is broken and to call the helpline. Tried to call 5 times and got no answer so went home. tried to call again at home to complain and got a voicemail. Not enough support available - left me very frustrated.

8 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It’s the worst thing in the world

It’s the worst thing in the world. I’m sitting here 2 hours away from my house for the past 2 hours waiting for someone to drop my collection off! It said 2-10 I’m got here at 2 and can’t get through to anyone it’s now 4pm and still waiting

4 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Abysmal

Appauling. If Amazon can do it, how hard can it be? We didn't recieve a locker code email before the pick up window as stated. We called the helpline number 10 times, we waited on hold for 6 minutes, the voicemail inbox is full and the online chat doesn't work. We finally got through to one person who said the delivery driver was late so to wait 15 mins and it would be ready. So send an email advising that then.. Lots of 1 stars reviews, IKEA won't be using them for much longer..

40 minutes wait later, we called again with no response. We went to leave, then recieved our email code.. Drove back and the locker was empty. You can't make it up!!

Luckily we spoke to a nice man unloading his locker who had our order in his box!! Only 1 of his locker doors worked so he had to climb into his top locker and get it! Imagine getting stuck inside! So obviously our "delivery driver" wasn't on the way?!

At least it'll make a good story..? Don't waste your time!!

2 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An unmitigated sh*tshow

An unmitigated sh*tshow! Received the email to collect, my locker has a sign on it saying it is broken and to call the number. Just get put through to a full mailbox. There are open lockers with other people’s things here. Do not bother what a terrible company

1 January 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE!

I was given a 4–9pm collection slot and received confirmation that my item was ready for collection. I drove around 25 minutes to the site, only to discover that no access codes had been sent, meaning I could not collect the item at all. I tried calling the support number provided but the mailbox was full, so there was no way to get help.

The access codes were eventually sent after 6pm, almost halfway through my collection window. I was unable to return that evening, so I made a second trip the following morning. When I arrived, the codes provided still did not allow access through the gate to the area containing the Shift collection boxes. As a result, I was once again unable to collect my item.

In total, I made two separate trips, wasted a significant amount of time, and still could not collect the item due to issues entirely outside of my control. I am now waiting for Shift to propose a resolution.

This experience has been extremely inconvenient and poorly handled, with no effective customer support available when it was needed.

31 December 2025
Unprompted review

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