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Considering 38 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the wide variety of sweets and treats, finding the ordering process straightforward with quick dispatch and delivery. Products often arrived well-packaged, and reviewers frequently praise item quality and staff helpfulness. However, some customers noted significant dissatisfaction with customer service and response times, reporting unanswered calls and emails. Products occasionally differed from descriptions, were out of date, or arrived damaged. Additionally, delivery problems were experienced, with parcels not arriving or being sent to inaccessible locations.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I bought several things. Some Reese’s which I love and so are great. Also some lays crisps, yet to try. Main reason for my order was the bottled crunchy caramel popcorn. Sadly disappointed. Taste noth... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The DPD driver didn't bother to deliver my parcel but claimed attempted delivery despite providing a black image and the van tracking never got within 20 miles of my house. I then got an email... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’m really disappointed with my order from So Sweet. I specifically ordered an American sweets, crisps and drinks box, but what I received was nothing like what was advertised. Instead of a good varie... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a product and what arrived was completely different than the picture but they won’t refund me because the title was right even though the picture was wrong. So basically ignore all the photo... See more


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  1. Sweet shop

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The UK's favourite sweet shop! From Pick'nMix to timeless retro sweets, SoSweet is your one-stop online shop for sweet treats and more! We take pride in offering an exquisite array of confectionery delights. Our virtual shelves are bursting with an assortment of treats, from the nostalgic charm of retro sweets to the vibrant variety of Pick'n'Mix sweets! As a leading online sweet shop, SoSweet is dedicated to bringing you the best selection of sweets, combined with top-notch service and convenience. Our online platform is user-friendly, secure, and designed to make your sweet shopping experience as delightful as our treats.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

2 orders placed in 10 mins - 1 delivered 1 never shipped

Ordered 2 orders within 10 mins on Black Friday (November 29). 1 order arrived fine no issue however the second was never shipped.

I had a message from them on the Wednesday (dec 4th) advising one of the items I had ordered on the second order was out of stock but they had refunded me that item and would be shipping my order ‘shortly’.

I then had a notification on December 7 from TikTok shop advising they were planning on cancelling my order if it didn’t ship within 3 days.

So I began to attempt to communicate with the company to get an update. However they were reluctant to reply until I went into their TikTok live and messaged them on instagram expressing my frustration.

Eventually (on day 2 of TikTok’s 3 day timeline) they gave me a straight answer and advices me that my order would be shipped the following day (December 10).

However I awoke on that day to a notification that TikTok had cancelled my order. Had I had adequate communication on December 7th I could have communicated with TikTok shop and advised them my order was due to be shipped.

I understand during Black Friday they received an influx of orders and I was understanding of this within my messages to them. The frustration lies more in the poor communication on their behalf. They used Black Friday and cyber Monday as an excuse however despite being behind on shipping (self admitted on their social media) they were still doing TikTok lives and pushing for more and more sales. Which they seemingly could not keep up with.

As someone who has worked within many small businesses it would make sense to get ontop of orders while allowing for residual orders to trickle in, rather than the TikTok lives pushing for additional orders

10 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Good morning

I am very sorry that you experienced issues with your order.

We would like to address this directly with you, please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that we can look into this matter for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!

They don’t even deserve the one star!!
I ordered a few of the Black Friday deals via TikTok. All was fine until over a week later it still hasn’t been dispatched. Kept checking but no updates.

The company won’t reply to emails/messages or comments on TikTok. You can see their videos are inundated with people asking where their order is, if their order will come in time for Xmas etc - radio silence.

We understand Black Friday is a busy time and orders may take longer, everyone gets that. But this issue was not dealt with at all, clearly unprofessional and a bit of a joke to be honest.
We then all received an email saying if not despatched by a certain date the order will be cancelled!!!!

The icing on the cake is that they have been posting multiple videos since the Black Friday deals ended promoting new bundles and products and encouraging new orders. Surely you would pause promoting other orders when you can’t deal with the volume of Black Friday orders? They have zero intention of fulfilling our orders.

Absolute joke of a company. Total cowboys. They obviously just want to cancel the Black Friday orders so customers don’t get these BF deal prices.

Avoid at all costs. An awful company who have zero customer service and just want to take your money and hope you get bored of complaining.
There are other sweets companies who I’ve discovered since who are a joy to deal with and actually fulfill your orders, and communicate with customers.

1 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Good morning

I am very sorry that you experienced issues with your order.

We would like to address this directly with you, please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that we can look into this matter for you.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Items nearing out of date

Took about a week to come after ordering in time for Christmas, but was updated about the delays after emailing customer service. I think they should focus more on contacting customers rather than updating about deliveries on TikTok, as it was only by chance I saw it.

Some of the items were nearly out of date, one being the 23/12 (Christmas stocking filler so won't be now) and also one pack of crisps with the 29/12, so they have 4 days to eat them, which obviously I wouldn't have chosen.

19 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Paula

I am sorry your order was delayed.

Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, we were unable to keep up with demand for our usual shipping times.

Secondly I am sorry that a couple of the items had very sort best before dates. Please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that we can look into this for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ok so I made a purchase on tiktock for…

Ok so I made a purchase on tiktock for 2x 5kg bags ...was happily waiting for order for almost a week then i received a message saying if I not received item by 18th it would automatically be cancelled.....u waited a week to inform me of this when u new the item wasn't instock but you let me belive it would be here ...and also we're still selling the item to people making them belive it was in stock when it wasn't.....so I went back onto your page and yes it let me order item again even though you as a company new it wasn't available...disgusting.....then I contacted you on Saturday last week regarding matter and after 6 messages you still have made no contact with me ....I will be going to trading standards regarding this matter as you are lying to customers and selling something that's not available
..I find this totally dishonest and underhand as a company to treat your customers in ths way

4 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Good morning

I am very sorry that you experienced issues with your order.

We would like to address this directly with you, please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that we can look into this matter for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still waiting

Ordered on 29 November and still nothing received 👎🏼

29 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Good morning

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times. However, we did advise customers on our website from 27th November that shipping was currently taking between 5-7 working days to fulfill orders due to the unprecedented number of orders we have received in this seasonal period.

If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered on their tiktok shop

Ordered on their tiktok shop. No goods being delivered after a long delay, no updates, commented on videos to ask, so tiktok refunded. If you can't keep up with the volumes then hold sales,get more staff or at least let your customers know. I think they have ran out of sweets!

13 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Callum

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times.

However, if you would like to discuss this further, please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

9 days later still not dispatched

Absolutely appalling service, ordered on the 4th December, still hasn’t even been dispatched it’s now the 13th. order (308494.) Emailed with no reply as expected.

Update: Received a refund weeks later, so changed to 2 stars.

13 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Danny

Please accept our apologies for the delay in responding to your email.

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times. However, we did advise customers on our website from 27th November that shipping was currently taking between 5-7 working days to fulfill orders due to the unprecedented number of orders we have received in this seasonal period.

I can see that you subsequently cancelled your order with us, and I am very sorry for any inconvenience caused.

If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk and we will be pleased to help.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Order on tiktok and they don’t ship out…

Order on tiktok and they don’t ship out my item 11 days have past and still the order as not been shipped! I’ve messaged and commented on video but all they do is ignore you! Also looks like many other people having the same problem just look at there TikTok .

11 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Nigel

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times.

The number of orders we received in this seasonal period was unprecedented. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Steer well clear

Placed an order on the 4th December 2024. Order hasn’t been shipped emailed them and still haven’t had a reply. Definitely will not be ordering from them again

4 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Rita

I am sorry you have not received your order promptly.

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times. However, we did advise customers on our website that shipping was currently taking between 5-7 working days to fulfill orders due to the unprecedented number we have received in this seasonal period.

If you would like to discuss further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered well over almost two weeks…

I ordered well over almost two weeks ago and still my order has not been shipped would never order again

29 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Hannah

I am sorry you have not received your order promptly.

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we were unable to offer our usual shipping times.

The number of orders we received this year was unprecedented. If you would like to discuss further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk and we will be happy to help.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Really Disappointing Experience

Ordered on the 29th of November, delivery is 2-3 working days. I emailed them as it didn’t arrive in this timeframe and they advised on the 5th of December they don’t know when it will be shipped as they’re busy and asked if I wanted a refund. I advised to proceed with the order and have heard nothing since and sent 3 follow up emails.

I imagine they are experiencing a surge in orders due to Christmas and black Friday however if this is the case you need to forecast your staffing. Making customers wait with no communication, updates or compensation is extremely poor customer service and has damaged custom with me.

If I don’t hear back today I will have to raise a chargeback.

29 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Dear Lloyd

I am very sorry for the delay in dispatching your order. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours we were unable to keep up with demand for our usual shipping times.

However, we did advise customers on our website from 27th November that shipping was currently taking between 5-7 working days to fulfill orders due to the unprecedented number of orders we have received in this seasonal period.

Please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk if we can be of any further assistance to you in this matter.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yummy sweeties

Such a huge variety of sweets. Everything ordered came, my children enjoyed their sweeties. Lots off different types. Only downside is the delivery time, otherwise great value for money, tasty and delicious sweets.

17 August 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Jennifer

Thank you for your kind review, and for taking the time to write it.

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we did fall behind our usual shipping times.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor online service

Poor online service as I bought small order last Wednesday and just received it today after opening PayPal case and no reply after six email and no call back either . Two giant lollies broken as well . I suggest go into actual shop buy goods to get better service as I will never use online again .

27 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi there

I am very sorry that two of the lollies were broken during transit.

Unfortunately due to the volume of orders and emails we received, despite taking on extra staff we were unable to keep up with the messages we received.

Please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that we can look into sending you some replacement lollies.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DONT BUY FROM “ SO SWEET”

I operate a sweet shop in the Wirral area. My supplier for over 3 years suddenly dropped me as a client as I was their most isolated client as most of their clients are based in London area.

Been sampling suppliers for past 4 months and still not satisfied with any of them however felt I just had to write this review due to the massive disrespect I received. Order wasn’t too large as I’m ordering from multiple businesses simultaneously.

Sweets arrived a few days late which can be forgiven but my multiple emails enquiring into the shipment were ignored. Have seen similar experiences while reading other trustpilot reviews.

Checked spam and everything. I do not have settings which block spam emails either so there is no excuse the company can use. They simply ignored me.

As you can clearly see in other reviews the company only usually responds to positive reviews and when they choose to reply to negative reviews they always try push blame on customer with the same old “check your spam”.

I’m here to stand up for any and all customers who are being victim blamed.

The sweets themselves while not fresh didn’t seem to carry any risk. Believe 5 different sweets were ordered and customer feedback wasn’t negative or positive aside from one loyal customer who referred to 3/5 of the sweets as “flavourless”.

4 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Dear Sonny

I am sorry to hear of the disappointing experience you have received. Our customers are very important to us, and we work hard to make their experience as positive as it can be.

I can assure you that we respond to all customer emails, and we have found that responses to customer emails have been sent to a spam folder. I understand in your review that you do not have any spam blockers, so I am not sure why you have not received our response.

We would like investigate the issue for you, please contact us again on hello@sosweetshop.co.uk so that this can be resolved.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not buy unless you want your dilevery next year

Awful!!! Don't even have my advent calander in time for christmas percificly orderd it before christmas and gave me a date for dilevery 4 days later nothing 2th of December no advent calander sent me a crappy message saying sorry for the delay could take 5-7 days because of black friday what a absoloute joke of a company cant even get the parcels out DO NOT BUY! 🤡

2 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Good morning

I am sorry the delivery time was longer than our usual service. Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours, unfortunately we did fall behind our usual shipping times. However, this was advertised on our website so that customers could decide whether or not to place an order.

If you would like to discuss this further, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID!!

Don't even bother ordering off here. First time ordering and definitely the last. Ordered an advent calendar for my little boy in plenty of time to say the website states 2 to 3 days for delivery, it's now the 2nd of December still no advent calendar and an upset child because he doesnt have an advent calendar to open, emailed for an update because they didnt update saying there was a delay or anything to basically be told they havent got a clue when i will receive my items. Almost placed a massive order for sweet for Xmas but I think shall pass and make sure everyone else i recommended this site to stays well clear.

2 December 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi there

I am very sorry you didn't receive the calendar in time for the 1st December. We had a notice on the checkout page of our website advising customers that we were experiencing delays and that orders were being dispatched within 5-7 working days. However, where possible we prioritised orders for advent calendars.

Due to the volume of seasonal orders, despite taking on extra staff and our warehouse staff working longer hours we were unable to keep up with demand for our usual shipping times.

Please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk if you would like to discuss this further and we will be very happy to be of assistance to you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Past BB date stuff being sold and not marked

Went in a bought a selection of things. One packet I bought was 3 months after its best before date. I emailed the company to advise just to be told that they sell things past their Best Before but at a discounted price. Thisnin itself wouldn't be so bad if the item was clearly marked as such which it wasn't and as it was a gift I had to bin it!

24 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Eleanor

I am sorry you are disappointed with your experience with SoSweet.

If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointed with customer…

Very disappointed with customer service. I made a few orders and on my last order a bag of sweets had been pierced by something sharp. A lot of the sweets from the bag were loose in the box. I had a few emails back and forth with someone called Bailey on the email address hello(at)…. but when I sent pictures as proof I didn’t receive any more replies.

19 July 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Rob

I am really sorry to hear that we have not met your expectations on this occasion. I have taken a look and can see that our last correspondence to you regarding this issue was via email on 31st July at 18:29 and I cannot see that we received a further response from you and so no further action was taken. Sometimes our emails do end up in spam folders, so it is always worth checking in there.

If there's anything further we can do or you would like some further assistance, please do email us and we will be more than happy to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service

I ordered 6 bag's of marshmallows and 2 bag's of the 1kg mixes. One of the marshmallow bag's was open at the bottom and a bit sticky. I email last night and was contacted first thing this morning with a replacement. The person emailing was fantastic and helpful. My replacement has already been booked for delivery.

20 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Sam

Thank you very much to taking the time to write a review for us. It is much appreciated.😀

Our Customer Service team do their best to accommodate any issues after an order is placed, and I am pleased they were able to resolve the issue for you.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered for next day delivery and didn't come

Ordered Friday before 2pm and paid extra for it to be delivered Saturday, daughters birthday party and she asked me to order for her party. Anyway saturday came and no dispatch email, it's now 22.15 and you guessed it no delivery, one very upset birthday girl and I'm extremely annoyed as paid extra for delivery and it was for her party 😑. I've emailed, sent messages via tiktok and no response so looks like I won't get it till Tuesday now... and it's purpose has been and gone as party finished.

So sweet please sort out your deliveries if u say ill get it next day then sort it out please.

9 November 2024
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Reply from SoSweet

Hi Laura

I am sorry to hear there was a delay in your order and the sweets did not arrive in time for the party.

If the issue has not yet been resolved for you, please feel free to email our Customer Service team at hello@sosweetshop.co.uk and we will be happy to look into this further.

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