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Looking at 52 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many customers found the products to be of poor quality, often not matching the online images, with some items arriving damaged or smelling unpleasant. Reviewers frequently reported issues with inaccurate sizing and poor fit, noting that items often did not correspond to standard measurements or advertised sizes. The return process was widely described as difficult and bureaucratic, often involving short return windows, requests for photos, and the requirement for customers to pay expensive international shipping costs. Many people struggled to obtain full refunds, with the company often offering partial refunds, vouchers, or simply refusing to process returns despite proof of postage. Additionally, some customers noted that orders frequently took several weeks to arrive, which was often longer than expected. However, a small portion of people felt satisfied with their purchases, describing some dresses as beautiful or amazing.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst customer experience. Sincerely regret not checking reviews before buying. Item is shipped from China and returns are needlessly complicated to discourage returns. Offered me £4 to keep a poor q... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Quality of item is extremely poor considering cost. Fit of the item is not to standard UK sizes. If you want to return the item, you bear the cost of shipping both ways. They ask for pictures of you... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered several dresses from Zapaka assuming I could return any I didn't like. But the returns process is a scam. They charge you for the return and then an extra 15% charge on each item! I requeste... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NOT IN THE UK - DO NOT BUY FROM THEM! Save yourself this company is a scam and don’t know how they’re still operating. The dresses are of cheap quality and nothing like the pictures, their refund poli... See more


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

1 STAR IS TOO MUCH...THIEVING COMPANY..BEWARE!!!

If I had the choice I wouldn't even give 1 star. This company are thieves. I had to return a dress in October as it was really big at the top and normal size everywhere else. When I requested a return I was offered a deal..Keep the dress and they'd refund a portion of the money. The dress was of no use to me so I asked for a full refund. I returned the dress( return postage was £14) and despite sending 8 emails I have not even had a response, never mind an refund. I paid £65 for the dress plus £14 for return postage..£79 altogether.
Diabolical Customer Service.
DO NOT ORDER FROM ZAPAKA!!!

19 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY

DO NOT ORDER FROM THIS COMPANY . Horrendous after sales . Ordered a size 14 by their size chart . Bust on the dress delivered was 5 inches smaller and hips 10 inches smaller than advertised. Sewing was diabolical !!!

28 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Daylight Robbery

Daylight Robbery!

It is a shame they have such poor customer services and extreme, random charges as their dresses look lovely. But the first message I got (which went into my junk inbox, and is dodgy) was about my order being multiple dresses, I had bought 4 wedding dresses, and that they would charge me 30% of the whole order if I was to return them. It was very rude basically saying that trying on and returning is not allowed but they are an online retailer so I don’t understand how people are supposed to find a dress that’s suitable without this.

Then when I replied saying that I was not happy with this abrupt and extreme charge as I am looking for my wedding dress and cannot be wasting money on nothing, they said that if I was to cancel the order, I would get NOTHING back. That’s no dresses and no money returned to me. I said how baffling this system of theirs was as if they sent me the dresses and I returned them I would at least get a partial refund but if they send no dresses I would be £500 down with nothing to show for it.

They then tried to shut me up by just offering me a partial refund, which is half what I paid and is again a very random number which just makes me think they’re making it up as they go. Absolutely appalling service, I would give it a miss despite how lovely the dresses look.

15 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

*******UPDATE *******

*******UPDATE *******
Following a shaky start we have negotiated a compromise with my order. Once I managed to explain in full the issue they have come up trumps and have acted in a very professional manner.
ZAPAKAUK48831

9 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY. The worst experience with online shopping I've had since it was invented. Use at your own peril - if something is wrong, expect the most painful customer service and return process on the planet. Never again.

27 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’m still waiting for a item Incompetent Company

I’m still waiting for a item that was apparently shipped out to me Oct 30.Ive contacted them numerous times,Live Chat obviously as you can’t speak to a human.They keep sending me tracking/transfer numbers yet when I contact Evri the numbers are invalid.The item I ordered was £144 which to me is a lot of money to lose.Im at the end of my tether.Incompetent Company.Steer well clear especially if you’re considering ordering for a wedding as you won’t receive the items in time.

27 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do NOT use this company

Do NOT use this company. Refund policy is impossible to navigate - they only give you 7 days, they ignore your messages, then say you have left it too late!!

20 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY from this website they are…

DO NOT BUY from this website they are refusing my refund after ive sent the dress back it cost me £18 pounds to returned
Plus no refund without tracking no. As royal mail doesn't give tracking no. If sent by
Standard delivery although i hve all the proof of posting and receipt. I will dispute to my bank.
Pleaseee BEWARE ZAPAKA is scam!!

2 November 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total disregard of customer rights

Total disregard of customer rights! Avoid placing order with this business- poor quality, awful sizing and complete disregard of U.K. customer rights to return purchase within 14 days. Shoddy ‘customer service’ relating the same pre recorded message. Total loss of time

28 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Awful!

I ordered a dress that unfortunately doesn't fit, I contacted them to find out how I can return. They are saying I can keep the dress for a 10% refund?! Even though on the website it says you can return and recieve a 40% refund.
Why would I want to keep a dress that doesn't fit and only be refunded 10% of my total price.

28 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total loss of trust.

I sent an order for 2 t-shirts and they said they were on the way,alas no order has been delivered and I am out of money.£22 00. It's not so good the money it's just the loss of trust about doing business with on line shops.

6 October 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Zapaka - can't be trusted on returning items

I rarely write negative reviews but I don't want others to lose their money if they need to return an item. First it cost a minimum of £25 to send the item through Royal Mail, then even with tracking details (which Zapaka request) the returned item appears to get lost in the Chinese system and you are not refunded/credited until Zapaka conveniently receive the return item - which of course they don't. So don't use this company is my suggestion, it can't be trusted!!

19 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Never Again

Never Again

Appalling service, item did not fit and Zapaka did not want to give me a full refund only partial refund and keep item. I managed to return item for full refund but item was sent back to me as address provided in Germany, no one was there to take delivery of item and no one collected it from depot. Cost £15 to send. Demanding full refund, yet to hear and if they want item back they will have to pay for it. DO NOT Order from this company. Awful product and disgusting customer service. Doesn’t even deserve one star!

17 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Complete scammers

Complete scammers
I deeply regret ever purchasing from this company. I ordered a dress from them a few months ago, but it was poor quality and not as described, so I promptly returned it. Fast forward three months, and I’m still waiting for my refund.

I’ve sent over 100 emails to their customer service, and every single response has been the same generic line: "I’ve escalated this issue." Yet, nothing ever happens beyond that. No confirmation, no timeline, no accountability. It’s become clear they’re just stalling and avoiding refunding my money.

At this point, I feel completely scammed. Avoid this company at all costs! They’ll take your money, and when it comes to refunds, you’ll be left chasing them in circles. Worst online shopping experience ever.

I bought the dress £133 and paid another £30 to return it, down the drain. I will my bank to dispute it, I worked really hard to earn that money I am not gonna let a few scammers take. Absolutely disgusting and disappointing.

7 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I give one star because you can't give…

I give one star because you can't give none. Zapaka UK are a thoroughly dishonest company who look professional on their website with their simple returns policy but in fact try everything to avoid giving you a refund, and fob you off with excuses when you contact them. We are still waiting for a refund months after it was due. I am reporting them to Trading Standards. DO NOT TOUCH THEM WITH A BARGEPOLE.

31 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Nightmare to deal with!


(Order ZAPAKAUK46333)

Order was returned promptly on July 20. My daughter paid £30 for international signed for delivery. Returned parcel still stuck at China customs since July 30. Won't issue a refund, they promised a store credit of 120% but still won't give that either. We have sent all photos, evidence of returned parcel, and tracking number number. What a circus. Will just have to file a chargeback from my bank.

17 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

RETURNS! BE VERY AWARE!!

RETURNS BE VERY AWARE!!! I wish i had read the reviews before using this seller!! This is my first and last time buying from ZAPAKA UK! I ordered a dress, it arrived in good time, and it's decent. But it doesn't fit me so I requested a refund. After being offered varying % of refund to keep the dress, they agreed to refund if I returned the item to an address in Germany. None of their uk based operations process returns. I returned the dress at a cost to myself of £8. The courier then emailed me to inform me that ZAPAKA were liable to import taxes and duties totalling around £14, which, if unpaid the package will be returned to me!! Zapaka refused to pay! So the dress will now be returned to me and I will be stuck with a dress I can not wear! Despite a number of emails seeking a fair solution, ZAPAKA have maintained their stance that I should pay all costs. I'm disgusted!! Buyers beware... if you order and are unhappy, be prepared to hold on to the item and recycle if it doesn't fit ...

11 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Return Policy

My items arrived today and the dress is too small and is not a good fit. I contacted them regarding a return and despite there being a uk return address and the label I have been told I need to return to a China address the cost of which is £22. Please be aware before ordering that returns are a costly business and who knows whether I’ll actually get a refund. My recommendation would be choose another store

8 July 2024
Unprompted review

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