Microexotics Reviews 171

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Looking at 60 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent quality of the products, including plants, invertebrates, and terrarium supplies. Many people highlight the great value for money, often noting that mystery boxes exceed expectations. The ordering process is frequently described as smooth and efficient, with items arriving healthy, well-packaged, and on time. Reviewers also commend the staff for their helpfulness, extensive knowledge, and friendly service, often going above and beyond to assist customers. Some people mentioned receiving fewer items than advertised in their order, specifically regarding toothbrush heads, and were awaiting the completion of their order.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered 10 White Panda isopods and 10 Spatulatus White, perfect as usual and got a free set up bundle too! Also recently won 10 Shiny Gators in a giveaway on the microexotics whatsapp group which I'm... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just received my first order from Microexotics and couldn’t be happier! Since I couldn’t decide what to get, I went for the mystery boxes and they were fantastic. The plants and inverts were beauti... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

have ordered isopods and plants as well as a plethora of dry goods. have always been very happy with what has been received everything is always really healthy and with mystery plant boxes I have re... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've always ordered from Micro Exotics, either online, through there whats app group or even at there shows. Cracking value and never a bad purchase. Friendly team who aims to please everyone. Highly... See more


Company details

  1. Pet Store

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Our mission is to grow the terrarium hobby within the UK by providing affordable materials, plants, DIY kits and live stock, specialising in isopods and bottle gardens, along with practical and easily digestible information catering to beginners and seasoned terrarium enthusiasts alike.


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

171 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Micro Exotics the king of isopods

Micro Exotics the king of isopods, if you are on the search for isopods then look no further, Micro exotics will have you covered from subtract ,food ,plants and the isopods them selfs, all posted with great care and always with the Isopods well-been put first, ive now had over 10+. orders from M.E. including jumping spiders and all cam in great condition and are still doing strong, would highly recommend

15 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

Microexotics have always provided first class service, with prompt delivery and a livestock doa guarantee which I'm happy to say I have never had to use.
All bugs are healthy and they have a great selection of choice for any bug enthusiast
110% recommend

21 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome isopods

Always happy with my order from micro exotics (and there have been many!) a wide range of healthy stock available. Adz is always happy to give advice, highly recommend.

15 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable seller, great products

Bought from Micro Exotics a few times. Always super reliable, speedy delivery, and great communication. Fantastic range of products and competitive prices. Always arrives well packaged

9 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An amazing and well run small business clearly created through a passion for what he does

I first met Addz at Malvern and was super impressed with his knowledge and display. I was just starting my obsession with Begonias and looking to setup my 1st terrarium so brought some plant cuttings. I then learnt all about isopods and my new obsession started. His isopods are so healthly and managed sustainably with their care in mind. The mystery boxes and well run auctions are run with generosity and a clear love of what he does. Small businesses and private sellers are always my go to and Microexotics’s is top of my list for all things isopods.

17 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Micro exotics was incredibly helpful…

Micro exotics was incredibly helpful when purchasing new species of isopods from via his WhatsApp channel, all of the colonies are doing well and he's always been very happy to answer questions, 100% recommend to anyone!

4 December 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great all round

Great communication from the seller, letting me know when shipping was taking place. Heat pack provided so the little guys didn’t get cold on the way. The mystery box I ordered was fab, got some lovely species for a great price. The live moss arrived looking healthy and bright. Will definitely be ordering again.

6 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful shop

Wonderful shop! I ordered some isopods and they arrived in great condition, excellent size, active. Super well packaged and next day delivery. Costumer service is outstanding. 100% recommended. I can't wait to order again! Thank you so much!

5 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Isopods

I have bought several isopod species from Micro Exotics and all have been so healthy and active. Customer service is top notch too, would definitely recommend!

10 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always quality stuff

Recently had some very rare Marcgravia’s which were exceptionally packaged and arrived in superb condition.
Also today I received some Isopods. Again, in amazing condition, I absolutely love them. Looks like the place to start a new branch to my hobby

10 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Micro Exotics. Superb service

Micro Exotics is now my go-to site for all my inverts, isopods, and supplementals.
Run by its fantastically dedicated owner, Adam, he gives a very personal and friendly service, even running chat, competitions, reverse auctions and is the glue that holds a whole community together. Highly respected. Check out his website!! SO many things you didn’t know you needed!!! ✔️

21 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great business!

Bought a bunch of different things from Microexotics over the years. Great little business which I will continue to support.

21 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My favourite bug store

By far my favourite store for all things bugs, pods always arrive healthy and shop owner is great for providing useful care info as well.

20 August 2024
Unprompted review

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