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Most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. People express widespread dissatisfaction with various facets of the service. Consumers are particularly unhappy about the delivery service, citing issues such as delays and failures. The location service receives negative feedback, with reviewers indicating problems related to it. Consumers also report negative experiences with the overall service provided, as well as with the contact methods available. The customer service is another area of concern, with reviewers consistently expressing their disappointment. The strong consensus among reviewers suggests a systemic issue that affects multiple areas of the company's operations.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Second time within three months - an order of wine (value £250+) failed to arrive on the designated day. Last time driver apparently got lost. Today, DHL give me a time then, during that one hour wind... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

A disorganised company that is unable to stick to its own schedule. Two days wasted waiting for a delivery requiring a signature. Each day their website says 'out for delivery', but nothing happens... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Zero stars. I seriously can not stand DHL I have NEVER received a parcel on the original delivery day and usually only get it between the 3rd-5th delivery attempts, Usually no attempt to try my neighb... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DHL.com not upfront about fees and customs tax/duty. International student over for exchange in the UK hit with >£200 customs bill for shipping some old winter clothes ahead of arrival to avoid too ma... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’ve had an absolutely awful experience with DHL. The tracking is completely unreliable—one minute it says my package is out for delivery, and the next it claims they couldn’t deliver it. Yet, t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Was informed of delivery for Tuesday no show ! Then Wednesday was out for delivery as too late , I rearranged for Thursday no text nothing have to keep ringing a tel phone was told 13.25 -14.25 IM ST... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If option 0 stars was available it would have been zero! This guy appears on my door step acting big, sunglasses in a dark, cloudy day, not talking acting gangster!!! He hands me my package and holdi... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Took 9 days to deliver a parcel with no explanation. Misleading tracking which kept petering out. Impossible to contact customer services either by phone or through their chat. I have informed the com... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a big order of 14 items from Dunelm. To were delivered separately but within the expected time. For the rest, I kept getting endless messages they were delayed over the next 7 days. Called DHL a... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely useless. Was supposed to arrive within 5 days apparently everyone at the dispatch destination quit? Meaning the shipment sat pending for 2 weeks. Finally gets sent out for delivery and... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

How the mighty have fallen! Post merger the service is abysmal; 3 deliveries in a row showed the same failings, that are actually getting even more disappointing: 1) significant delays 2)... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Failed to collect my parcel on 1st and 2nd of October via eBay having sold an item and receiving conformation of pick up on both days. No collection was made on both of these days with both myse... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My parcel from Flannels was supposed to be delivered on Wednesday, got a email saying driver was held up and parcel would be delivered next day Tracked all day on the thursday was 81 on the list , n... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My wife's gift was supposed to arrive 5 days back, a week before our anniversary, now I don't know if I ever get it! 5 days back I received a notification that the courier is on his way, but late... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Delivered my parcel a day late to the service point, then failed to provide the pick up code as although they’ve included a photo of the delivery on the tracking, it stills reads as being delivered. W... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is surely making money from our unsent delivery's right? Never got my package, kept saying at Depot then out for delivery with no outcome, went on for weeks. Try calling there help with u... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

For 6 days in the last week I have been notified a time slot for delvery by DHL. When the delivery does not happen I get another notification saying that the delvery has been delayed by24 hours. I sti... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would not give them even a star: Had 2 parcel for collection, they sent me abroad message will collect between 8-18.00 -then they gave a slot 14.39 to 15.39 . Nobody came!! made us waiting for... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rubbish service with an even more rubbish customer service. I ordered from a retailer and unfortunately they decided to send my package to DHL. I spoke to someone called Amanda and boy she didn't know... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Simply appalling. Lied too by their own operatives “the driver experienced a breakdown.” Not true the drivers shift ended before he completed his drops there were over 100. I was 94 Pathetic. and the... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I don't know who this company is employing nor who the transport manager is but they are shockingly incompetent. I have been waiting since the promised date of delivery (2nd October) Everyday I've... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could give zero stars I would. I bought an item online and unfortunately it was shipped via DHL. I live in a residential flat in a converted Victorian house. Despite having the correct address on... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Completely crap avoid avoid avoid service shocking need to be closed down left several hundred pounds of product just on doorstep even though i explained an alternative. waste of space beware custo... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I expected a parcel on Friday,both myself and my husband waited in all day,no parcel ! I've just checked my email ,DHL say they delivered the parcel at midday Friday and that one of us signed for the... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Any time I have ordered from states , ebay in general ( I lvve inCanada). The only time I have an issue is with DHL. All other couriers deliver no problem. But DHL always tries to scam me me for money... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Nigeria DHL is super slow. Parcel scheduled for picked was not picked on the day and was never picked up. Payment made was not confimred until it was followed up. Very poor customer service, as the... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Got an email saying my delivery was refused .I spent all day at home and even checked my cameras..no attempted delivery !!! I treid calling DHL what a frustrating and complete waste of time .Ended up... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely shocking and appalling service!!! My husband ordered a product from John Lewis. DHL “attempted” delivery and left a note at the front door rather than delivering it to our flat. This was la... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have had to use DHL twice recently to send parcels after selling on ebay and it defaulting to DHL as part of their "simple delivery". Both times the parcel hasn't been collected from my house as arr... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Service is definitely not the word I would use in combination with DHL. A such a low performance and lack of customer satisfaction. It is so unbelivable that this company still excists. Lack of com... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been making the same import from the USA every 2 months for several years and the validation team ALWAYS hold it up for days. We know why their validation fails. It is because their system... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Total garbage company & worst service. DHL destroyed my shipment, refused any accountability, and treated me like I was at fault. Filing a complaint in the consumer court & making sure DHL pays for th... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Another wasted journey . My third in 2weeks to drop of items for delivery which actually save them from having to collect ? Another note on the door to say sorry we can’t take or give you your parc... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Delivered to an unknown address, proof of delivery picture was of some kitchen cabinets and signed for by reception so I have no way of finding my parcel. DHL are the worst company in the world, I wi... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’m really disappointed with the customer service from DHL today. I called about a delayed delivery and ended up waiting on hold for about 20 minutes. When I finally spoke to an agent, he told me he c... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would give negative stars if i could. Lie that theyve delivered an item, find it, keep it in warehouee, website useless, phone line useless AI crap repeating info I already know with no remedy, custom... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Would give it 0 if I could. One city delivery address change led to ongoing 1 daily update of in depot. Company that sent it did everything right and they decided to mess it up. It’s now be... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Utterly useless. Saying they've collected my parcel but also not received it. Just says "Delayed" no contact, no further info. If you try to call you're cut off before you can even enter info. Should... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Parcels are left at customers' doors because the drivers are told at the hub not to return them. If you run an online store, YOU ARE WARNED at your risk, oh, and their insurance is a joke, they will N... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a parcel arrive today and it arrived damaged . The drivers are clumsy and unprofessional. I will never purchase anything from a retailer that uses DHL . Save yourself the hassle and inco... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely shocking service by this company, wasted 2 days for them to collect a package and STILL not come!! Would never use this company again!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I tell you now, DHL suck a** on a Monday morning. Absolutely shambles of a service from all levels. It's a service that's used purely because they are cheap and a big name but that sadly comes at... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I live in Spain & the DHL service is terrible! I have cameras at my entrance & they insist that they called when I was in all day! It’s not the first time that this has happened with this company. Fro... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I can give 0 zero I would. It’s the worst service I have ever. I paid for collection. DHL didn’t turn up and claimed that I wasn’t home. Promised that they will come again the following day, no sho... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Nice tracking information. Support is ok. Also the extra fees that you're not warned about before hand are really nice too! :)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would give a minus 10 if possible. Just disgusting. Have been delivered a pen instead a phone. I have written a complaint about the delivery as the driver was lying about the delivery and same wi... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had email informing me that my parcel would be delivered on Tuesday 7 October 2025. Waited in all day because the delivery message said the parcel had to be signed for. Guess what - no delivery. Unab... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NEVER RECEIVED MY ITEM. GOT SHIPPED, UPDATED TWICE, THEN STUCK IN LIMBO FOR ETERNITY. SAME STORY DIFFERENT VICTIM. NO EXPLANATION. CUSTOMER SERVICE IS A SICK JOKE THAT ALMOST SEEMS UNREAL. Y... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AWFUL Company! next day delivery is more like a week 3 x delayed for no reason I'm also leaving the country and needed this parcel as im taking the item with me Refused to let me pick it... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Minus stars would be good for this company - not that they ever bother to respond. Paid for a before 10.30am delivery, nothing arrived 12.48. Contacted supplier and they have no details other tha... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dreadful experience with DHL and…

Dreadful experience with DHL and shocking customer service from Dunelm. Waited in for my order which was due at teatime but the DHL tracking was updated at14.30 to say they couldn’t find my address (I live on a main road, this is so ridiculous). No further info over the next few days so I phoned them, kept on hold for a long time and was finally told it would be re delivered early the following week.

I waited in, nothing arrived. Tracking not updated.

I phoned Dunelm, on hold for a long time. They arranged a reorder to be sent. Guess what!! It didn’t arrive yet again! Tracking just petered out on the delivery day.

Had several webchats this week with Dunelm, they contacted dhl and I’ve been told I cannot have a refund until the parcels are returned to them! But DHL can’t find them. So I have lost faith in Dunelm too, very shoddy customer service. Zero stars for both and a warning to anyone not to rely on either company.

October 10, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Clown college.

Clown college.
No cards left.
I believe no delivery was even attempted.
Emails state delivery time is 'the past'.
Automated calls when I ring to enquire.
Conflicting times and dates in emails sent to me with updates.
Krusty the Clown would at least achieve the basics.

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Parcel not delivered

Parcel not delivered, stuck in Norwich depot.
Customer services is in Africa, and no help whatsoever.
In fairness, this is the first time in 3 years a parcel has gone astray, but customer service is a joke.

October 13, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Once again waited in all day

Once again, waited in all day as DHL said they were going to deliver and I had to be there to accept delivery.
Guess what, they never turned up.
Please, please improve your app.
It's completely useless.

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Booked a medical express service

Booked a medical express service - I had to get the tests back to the lab on the next day - hence I booked the collection with DHL. No one has ever showed up to collect the test sample which then got ruined and will have to be retaken. Very stressful experience as this is a very important health medical condition that I have and need to get the tests in time.

October 16, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Outstanding Service from DHL Australia

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Outstanding Service from DHL Australia

I had a package that needed to be delivered within a very tight timeframe, and the DHL Australia team went above and beyond to make it happen. The staff were incredible — they ensured my parcel made it onto a plane from Sydney to Brisbane and was delivered on the same day it was urgently required.

A huge thank you to Imogene from the speciality team — your customer service was exceptional. You not only kept me informed with updates throughout the process but personally followed through to make sure everything went smoothly. I truly can’t thank you enough for your professionalism, care, and commitment.

Highly recommend DHL for their reliability and outstanding service!

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still waiting for my delivery 8 day's…

Still waiting for my delivery 8 day's later past the original delivery day, I missed a day's work again because of them, I then rebooked delivery for the 13th and still nothing, no response no delivery attempts. Absolute shocking service as usual

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

One big unprofessional mess

One big unprofessional mess! I got an email this morning saying the delivery would arrive between 10:08 and 11:08, so I went out early to take care of some errands and make sure I’d be home on time. I get back, and there’s another email saying the courier was here at 9:01 — no note left, no way to contact the courier (I’d even be willing to drive and pick it up myself), and no way to reach DHL eCommerce to have them connect me with the courier. This company is a joke.

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY OR ORDER FROM ANY SELLER USING THIS COMPANY. THEY HAVE DELIVERED MY PACKAGE TO A DUSTBIN LOCATED OUT IN FULL PUBLIC VIEW ON THE STREET. I HAVE LOST ALL THE MONEY I SPENT AS DHL ARE SAYING THAT THEY DELIVERED IT SAFELY AND THE SELLER IS REFUSING TO REFUND ME BASED ON DHL’S EVIDENCE WHICH CLEARLY SHOWS THAT THE PACKAGE WAS LEFT OUTSIDE IN AN OPEN AND UNSECURED LOCATION.

September 19, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

worst service i’ve ever had

worst service i’ve ever had with a delivery. nearest depot is 20KM+ away if missed delivery so i had to have the recipient accept the delivery and now they know what they’re getting for their birthday. thanks for nothing.

October 16, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Parcel not delivered.

Parcel not delivered.
Attempt 1 - the vehicle broke down. Hmmm, ok
Attempt 2 - the driver ran out of time..
Attempt 3 - unable to access the address.. what does this mean? Called DHL, horrendous queues to get through. The address had a problem, they read the address out. Spot on, and they’ve delivered here before (from the same retailer also).
Complaint now open. Will call me back before 8pm.
No call.
Spent a total of 90 mins on the phone today on 4 phone calls (one of which the operator cut me off although she did actually call me back, so that’s worth 1 star)

Parcel now missing, I have no central heating and the house is cold (the parcel was radiator valves). Having to resort to jumpers and hot water bottles.
Not the end of the world but absolutely terrible customer service..
Use a different firm if you can until they sort their house out.

October 15, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do Not use DHL you cant speak to…

Do Not use DHL you cant speak to anyone, you go round and round on their website, there is a telephone number with only a few options NOT one for lost parcels, my item which is worth £600 is stuck in a depot and I cant get hold of anyone to get it back, no contact for the depot, the worst company I've nwr come across fumming its still showing as being at the depot since 19th Septmeber 2025 terrible terrible service

October 15, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disgraceful company !!!

NO STAR RATING !Friday 26th October 10.55am still no answer or reply or update !!!!Not acceptable to give custmer in two days running the exact time their parcel will arrive. Now at 19.50pm the same message as yesterday parcel delayed for another 24hrs! I paid for this parcel to arrive Tuesday and will be avoiding this what they call a courier service in future as they have failed to deliver my parcel which I paid extra for yesterday s delivery!
It 7pm next day and still waiting after sending complaint !!!! Totally unreliable and would avoid at all costs order ref 40871312235018

October 15, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is a joke!!!

This company is a joke!!!
Never received item, kept saying was at the depot, then asked us to pay 89p for re delivery, no updates, nothing.
3 weeks later, item still not received, tried to call them, they said address was wrong, address was correct!
Received message today saying item returned to sender, rang DHL, unable to speak to anyone, just says item returned. Terrible service and company

October 15, 2025
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