Pond Planet Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchased a Pontec multi clear set 5000 and found the service very good. Delivered next day on scheduled time. The filter box was excellent quality and extremely great value for the price. Thank you... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Bought an Evolution Aqua varipump 20000. Good price and delivered quickly but in the first week had 5 x stoppages due to either blocked impeller or electrical trip. In summary item not fit for purpose... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The blanket weed remover is working well and hopefully it will be gone soon. The oily surface on the water has not been touched by the cloudy water remover, but I have discovered that it is probably... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a Laguna pond pump in May 20 which suddenly stopped working on the weekend. Spoke to them this morning and was advised that the problem was likely to be fine grit in and around the stator but i... See more

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Based in Stockton on Tees near Middlesbrough, Pond Planet has fast become one of the UK’s leading online retailers of aquarium and pond supplies. We attribute this to our passion for all things pond and aquarium, coupled with our desire to provide a customer service second to none. Growing from humble beginnings to our new 5,000+ square foot warehouse, Pond Planet strives to provide the best pond, water garden and aquarium products at competitive prices, backed by accurate advice and unbeatable customer service from start to finish. With over 40 years of experience in the design, installation and maintenance of ponds, water features and aquariums in all shapes and sizes. Our dedicated industry trained team of staff are on hand to take your calls and answer any questions or queries you may have. Simply call us on 01642 612419 or send us an email and a member of the team will be more than happy to help. Pond Planet is a one-stop shop for all your pond, aquarium and water garden needs. All products are chosen with quality and value for money in mind and delivered direct to your door at competitive prices. We believe you won't find a better combination of price and customer service.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

Highly recommended. I had a few questions about odd dimensions for a few parts so gave them a call. Very helpfull measured the bits there and then and good advise give in geniral.
Placed order online a few days later once I worked out all the bits I needed. Arrived well packed and promptly the next day.
Have used a few more times since and will be using again for sure!!

12 October 2023
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I bought a Oase bio thermal 200 filter…

I bought a Oase bio thermal 200 filter and within the week the heater side of the filter does not work, i called to let them know that i would gladly take an exchange but not the same model as i don't want to go through the same again but happy to take a similar oase filter without heating element i was told its under warranty so they'd have to see if that's possible, i said im sure under my consumer rights if its not working then im entitled to a full refund never mind a replacement whoever was on the phone didn't care and simply cut me off, DONT use this company there are others around with much better customer service i won't got there again

1 August 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They have a great range of products…

They have a great range of products available the tanks are really well looked after and the staff are second to none they are helpfully knowledgeable and friendly nothing is to much trouble can't recommend this place enough

22 July 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer servicepost…

Had a few problems with the post service, let pond planet know that I had not received ordered item, no quibble resent it. They both came the same day. So the issue was with the post office not pond planet.

30 June 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So happy we found this place

So happy we found this place. It is fantastic with a huge selection of fish and accessories. I have just purchased a large tank from them and I honestly can not fault them. I always get excellent advice from knowledgeable staff. I could sit and talk with these guys for hours. They care about the fish and they care about the customer. I would never go anywhere else.
Graham and Mark are wonderful and I look forward to visiting the shop. Well done all of you.

11 May 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ask for Mark Schofield. Just do it!!!

This is a long read, but hear me out. Mark Schofield saved me a fortune. So my son was gifted a 3 foot tropical tank for Christmas with a very fancy filter. After two weeks of enjoying the lovely colourful fish, the filter got its first clean and that's where we ran into problems. First I broke the red clip that holds the valve in place. I phoned Pond Planet and ordered a new one which was delivered within the promised 24 hours and within the allocated one hour time slot. This was however just the start of the most amazing customer service I have ever experienced.
After I reassembled the filter, it just would not work. In desperation I phoned Pond Planet again and Mark Schofield took the call. Not only did he stay with me on the phone and talked me through the whole process over TWO DAYS (and multiple panicked calls from me) while he worked through every possible trouble shooting scenario, he even helped me to see what I was supposed to do with a video call in which he explained step by step what I had to do next. Mark remained patient and never made me feel like a burden and time waster. I cannot recommend Pond Planet enough and I'd even go as far as to say, ask for Mark Schofield!!! Management, this man deserves a massive promotion and accompanying pay rise!!!

7 January 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional Internet Company

This company knows how to run a internet business. I can highly recommend Pond Planet for I have placed a few orders over the past recent years & they have never let me down. Their excellent after sales service is what others strive for but few meet! Definitely 5 STARS!!

11 August 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

One star is too much

One star is too much.

I was placing a large order and it quite clearly stated on the home page.....Free delivery on all orders over £49.

My order was for approx. £150, yet I was still being charged £8+ for delivery. I cancelled the order.

I then I tried again for a £55 order. This time I spoke to someone about their false advertising. The guy that I spoke with couldn't have cared less, and I most certainly won't be using this company again.

4 August 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Nothing like imagine

Ordered a natural mangrove 15cm-25cm. I appreciate its natural but mine was 14.5cm and looked nothing like the image on their website.
They will keep £5 for delivery cost and I’ve got to pay for return plus they recommend recorded delivery.
Won’t use them again.
Mangrove looked great on line with holes in it for fish to hide, I got a poor little piece of mangrove like a block of wood

13 April 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Misleading information

If I could have given no stars I would have.
I tried to purchase a fish tank for my partners birthday this weekend. I was contacted by a staff member to confirm a convenient delivery day. 40 minutes later I received an email to say they couldn't deliver to NI as it would need to be sent on a pallet and DPD couldn't do this.

12 April 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Pond supplies stockist

Used pond planet a few times, first time was in person at their store in Stockton. Very helpful chap in store! Used a few times since via online, and have to say everything always arrives as expected.

7 April 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible

Terrible. Said item dispatched and then emailed to say it’s broken. No phone call to offer alternative.

24 February 2022
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