574 reviews
Ordered a dash solar screen in January I’m still waiting for it now they say it was posted must be coming via bicycle across the nullabor, as I can see tracking says in left nsw on the 9th of this month it’s the 18th says it will arrive on the 22nd. These sort of common should already been in stock even the common cars??? It’s mid April and I’m… Read more
still waiting I did make the mistake of ordering a rear set from the same shop so I guess I’ll have another long wait I just hope their quality is better than their communication and delivery services
Working with this company has been one of the biggest mistakes I’ve made. They shipped the product—listed as “in stock” on their website—only after 1 month. When I tried to cancel my order, they kept my money and told me they would not refund it. I hope you stay away from these dodgy people when shopping.
I ordered an item more than three weeks ago and have only received one generic email saying “we’re on it.” Yeah, right. The item hasn’t even been dispatched yet. They’ve switched off their phone lines. The pre-recorded message claims they’re experiencing a “high volume of enquiries” due to high fuel costs and holiday travel. What does that have to… Read more
do with anything? At this point, it feels like a scam. Are they going bankrupt? Hundreds of other customers are reporting the same issues on Google reviews. STAY AWAY FROM THOSE GUYS. YOU’VE BEEN WARNED.
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Excellent product, well described. Build quality is excellent. Postage and delivery was hassle free.
I order a hardkorr 100ah lithium battery from outback equipment on 29/10/2025 as they had best price I could find on the Internet I was a bit skeptical at first as I had never shopped with them before, even their freight prices were some of the best I’ve found on the internet, I received tracking information on the 30/10/2025 to inform me my order… Read more
had been dispatched and it was delivered in FNQ on the 03/11/2025 I couldn’t be happier with the service I received my item was promptly dispatched I received tracking information promptly and it was packaged securely for transport I will definitely continue to use outback equipment for other items in the future
Absolutely painless dealing with this company. Well priced fantastic delivery times and knowledgeable answering of my questions
Thay had what wanted do35 hitch and locking pin goods arrived in 5 days no hassle no fuss very good service well done to staff of outback equipment more purchases will be forthcoming thank u i also purchased a companion caravan cover
Totally satisfied and very impressed 23rd July 2025 Bought a DO35 Hitch with handbrake And the locking pin. Fitted perfectly to Our 21ft caravan Feels so smooth on the road. I ordered a second one as We got one for the kids van as well. Better safe than sorry Delivery to Perth only 5 days Yes This review puts me in a draw for a prize but would have made review anyway.
Really top quality products, customer service is second to none, love the Clearview mirrors so neat and compact when in normal position, incredible when extended, gives a great view at the back of the van & what is behind us on the road, easy set up.
Outback Equipment encountered some challenges with the supplier of a Bullbar that I ordered, but to their credit Outback Equipment, and in particular employee ‘Tom’ went above and beyond to keep me informed of developments until the Bullbar arrived here in Melbourne. Excellent customer service and a great outcome ! A big ‘thank you’ once again Tom !
Actually Yes & No, not Yes or No. Outback Explorer Caravan Fold-Out Table (Round Edge). The table is well made, but with no help available so I had to do the installation alone, which made marking the screw holes before drilling non-viable, so I decided the easiest way to align the screw holes would be by attaching the table to the van… Read more
wall-panel (3mm aluminium composite) with high strength double-sided tape and drilling the screw holes in-situ, which turned out to be a bad idea because the two lower side-holes, behind the stay bars (with the table folded down for access), were not accessible with a standard battery drill without the chuck scraping the stay bars, so to finish the job I had to purchase a mini drill-chuck adaptor set (2 pieces for $8.12 + P&P, from Amazon). Also, in the position where the table had to be fitted, all of the screw holes provided in the table-frame were on the 3mm wall-panel, not on the van frame; I was able to provide angle-bracket support to van-frames for the four outer (side) screws, and I decided to drill an extra hole 10cm off-middle in the top flange to get support to a van-frame there (I wanted better support because the van wall panel panel is only secured to that frame by double-sided tape), but I had to use a Phillips-head self-drilling metal screw, not countersunk, so I will have to trim the cosmetic panel around that screw to fit it. A wider flange for screws, to provide chuck clearance from the stay-bars and better chuck-clearance from the table along the bottom, in a moulding with an inset for flat-head screws instead of the countersunk screws, to facilitate screwing to van frames, would improve the product, if it did not result in a significant cost increase.
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We had another trivet with another material and that surface came off from scratching for wash. This is stainless steel so it's safe. We've been using for toasting bread, baking bread and cooking meat in a iron pot.
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I bought some very distinctive van reading lights identical to the existing ones in my van based on the photo on the web site. When they arrived, the nice led plate and lens arrangement of the originals was missing, and instead inside was a fully exposed cheap looking circuit board with led chips attached. Somewhere along the line, it appears… Read more
the manufacturer cheaped out on production, or the ones supplied are a cheap knock off of the original, trying to look identical.
The two photos show the difference. The one received looks like it's not even finished, and is waiting to have the globe fitted.
Having taken detailed photos for a visa dispute, and having the chance for closer examination, appears to be a fake of the original. One telling point may be depth of the base- different pressing.
I did not want to use the cheap looking lights, far better to keep the old ones with the odd dead led.
No fault of mine that the version received was so poor. The website only had one photo, so I could not see the lens part. Called the company and no way would they consider a refund. This is the first time I found an online company not prepared to understand that purchasing online can have iits difficulties, and that some policy flexibility is required, especially with poor photographic representation.
You've been warned: most products are available at a number of suppliers. Shop elsewhere is my suggestion as unexpected things happen and this company has no customer friendly flexibility.
They delivered the wrong order, then mucked me around with multiple incorrect return requests and now they wont refund me for my order. The photo show the wrong order and how badly it came packed. I have sent this back but still no refund.
I am absolutely disgusted in how Outback Equiptment has treated me, and my specific issue - it's difficult to put this into words, as my frustration overpowers my writing abilities. It's a very frustrating matter. Long story short, I had shopped around for the best price, and fastest/reasonable delivery time frame on a Hardkorr battery box, to… Read more
store my Kings 120Ah lithium battery.
Outback Equiptment's website had clearly stated the item was "In Stock", with a "Ships in 1 to 3 Days" text under the price. Oh boy, what a lie this was.
It took them 8 days to even ship the item, and on the day of shipment, I had requested them to cancel and refund the order. Little did I know, the item had been shipped, I missed the dispatch notification email received earlier that morning.
Unfortunately, due to their delays, and their misleading product page advertising, I had no other choice but to request a refund - I think this is fair and reasonable all things considered.
My order was placed on the 28th of September.
I had not received any tracking details, so I emailed them on the 2nd of Oct to follow up.
On the 6th of Oct, I received an email stating they are still working on my order......
It wasn't until the 8th of Oct did I receive a tracking number, with them dispatching the item via Aramex. They then proceeded to tell me to wait another 1-2 business days before the tracking would go live.
It took them 8 business days before the parcel was even shipped from their end.
To add insult to injury, they are now trying to shift burden on me, the customer, given their stuff-up.
I am not sure what's going on with the delivery, however, the parcel wasn't actually picked up by the courier until the 9th, and took until the 16th to be "Onboard for delivery". From there, there have been no other updates, other than a recent one on the 4th of November, to say it is "In transit", as I requested for the battery box to be RTS back to them for a refund.
At this stage, I've had no further updates with respect to the RTS, nor my refund.
The seller is trying to withhold a non-refundable delivery fee, which I think is not reasonable at all, given that they took so long to even process and dispatch the order, far longer than their website listed. They're tying to shift the burden on me, which is unreasonable, and not fair for me, the customer.
This seller has no integrity. They even go onto saying, and I quote: "However, it’s crucial to understand that our policy states that once an item has been dispatched, you are not entitled to a refund, regardless of any delays."
This statement, in itself, is in breach of the Australian Consumer Law, as to state a "No Refund" policy breaches Consumer Law. Their staff are clearly inadequately trained to handle these types of issues, and to put a blanket "No Refunds" policy, again, is breaching ACL.
It is frustrating to deal with this company, and I am at wits end. It would be easier just to lodge a dispute with my payment provider at this stage given the hassles they're putting me through.
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avoid - low costs made me order from them - ordered item never delivered - no refund or exchange provided. I ordered a 3-meter tent railing for my caravan from Outback Equipment for $216 (including $63 shipping). However, when the package arrived after some time, I was surprised to find that the delivery box was only 2.9 meters long. Upon opening… Read more
it, I discovered that the item inside had been shortened, with visible cut marks on one end, suggesting it was deliberately trimmed—likely to fit into a smaller, cheaper-to-ship box.
Additionally, the protective end parts, as advertised, were missing. With the item measuring only 2.86 meters, it was not fit for its intended purpose.
I reached out to Outback Equipment, requesting either the correct item or a refund, but no resolution has been provided to date. Despite my formal letter of demand, the refund period has lapsed, and no repayment has been issued.
Due to this issue, we had to delay our trip, resulting in financial losses from lost wages.
Today, I have initiated legal action to enforce a refund and claim damages, and I will provide updates as the case progresses.
If you have experienced similar issues or breaches of Australian Consumer Law by this company, please share your experience: classaction@protonmail.com
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Purchased a Redarc Tow Pro through this online retailer, zero support for product failure only accused myself as a paid customer in buying the product as a liar and fault is the customer for connecting product wiring as directed by product manual,… Read more
zero offer to resolve other than spend extra time and money of myself to have some self aggrandizing company diagnose and myself to prove fault is in the product, cannot permit belief in clear description and attempts misinformation
Follow-up · The only potential path as per the only advice from consumer affairs is to go to a magistrate or civil affairs tribunals to request that a brake controller problem is a major issue, the the consumers a has some rights and has the choice of refund or repair returns to the user, consumer affairs it appears only protects the sellers and treats every… Read more
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I rate Outback Equipment as a highly recommended Supplier. They were fast in delivering the products I purchased. They provided excellent communications; their staff were always polite, patient and professional. They packed the items I purchased… Read more
extremely well for delivery. I purchased a entire TAG tow-bar and wiring harness; it was well made and the engineering which had been invested ensured an excellent fit. Unfortunately the TAG installation instructions provided for both the Tow-bar and the Harness were completely WRONG. I had to develop my own set of installation instructions for both the Tow-bar and the Harness; which I will post to the whirlpool.com.au social media platform.
Follow-up · For those seeking a copy of my Installation Instructions they can be found on the following Forum, the details of which are as follows: (What you will be seeking is to download the actual Installation Instructions, the file is in pdf format, is 3.8Mb in size and the title of the file is GETZ _TAG_Towbar_Install_NE.pdf ) Forum Name: Hyundai… Read more
Positive reviews
Ordered some boat seats, they were much cheaper than chain stores, was sent just the covers by mistake. So they resent the whole seats and and covers promptly, now I have a spare set of covers. Also bought a locking mechanism for the boat trailer, was cheaper than elsewhere and works well. Their communication is first class and they quickly corrected their error.
Order arrived in a reasonable time and tracking was very useful. Staff were very accommodating with a follow-up query that was raised. Will certainly shop there again.
No dramas ordering but it just showed up at the gate without a tracking number being sent so lucky I was home. Installed on a Sunday and came to discover that a spacer plate was missing, happily I had some 3mm plate so I just made one up using the one I did get as a template, then primed, painted it and finished the installation. I noted that the… Read more
strapping for the box was a different colour to the other so maybe someone robbed the plate from one on the shelf. Made the install a fair bit slower due to fabrication and watching paint dry but overall I have been unable to fault the towbar.
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Negative reviews
WARNING TO ALL I wish I read the reviews before ordering as I have had a very disappointing experience. BE AWARE before ordering from this store. They appear to sell items that are not actually in stock. After placing my order, I emailed to request a refund when I realised there was an issue, and this was before the item had even been shipped.… Read more
Despite that, they refused to process a refund and would only offer store credit.
It’s frustrating that customers are not given a proper refund option when the order hasn’t even been dispatched yet. Selling items that are not in stock and then refusing refunds is not acceptable. I would strongly recommend thinking twice before purchasing here.
I purchased two busbars took them 2 weeks to dispatch the order, when they finaly arrived they had sent one imncorrectly I asked for the replacement to be sent Express Post which i would pay for as i needed it urgently as i was going on a trip in my Van They advised it would be sent that day but if not it would be the following day after several… Read more
days i had not recieved the item and contacted them again through email and was advised they could not send it by express as it has already been dispatched which was last thursday 12 March Today Mon 16 March I recieved an email by their courier that they have just picked up the item. I will never purchase from these people again and advise others not to purchase as they are slow and will tel you anything to get rid of you which in my case they have done a wonderful job in achieving Evan from Mount Martha
Ordered a basic hose fitting (Inlet Thread Converter). Four weeks later and it hasn’t even been dispatched. They claim to be in Brisbane. So am I. I could have walked there and picked it up myself by now. Looking through the other reviews, this seems to be a pattern. Something is definitely off with this company. Save yourself the hassle and buy elsewhere.
Recent reviews
Very late delivery, they state ships in time but so far I have not received an order within that time. For example - Ships is 7 days. Call up after 7 day and they don't have the item in stock. I ask for a refund to buy elsewhere. I'm told they can only give a store credit because it is within the ships in time frame. I'm then told the ships in time frame is "business day". Very poor!!!!
BEWARE this company promises you everything on their website and delivers very little. 6 days to have a stock item dispatched! Not interested in answering emails. Customer phone line up to 20 min wait with no response. If you ever thought Govt or Telco service was bad - the service from this mob is unbelievably horrible! Cannot recommend in any area.
I would give them no stars if I could. Absolutely shocking service. Expect long delays as they do not appear to carry stock. After numerous emails told they were waiting on stock from the supply and would ship as soon as they had it. Send you an email response saying their terms are you cannot cancel once order submitted. I ordered towing… Read more
mirrors for a trip 4 weeks before the trip and they did not arrive before we left. Still don't know as we had to leave on the trip towing our caravan without them. I guess if I am lucky they will be there when I get home.
Ordered something they said was in stock 3 weeks later no tracking no nothing Then they lie and tell you it’s coming from supplier , this is my second bad experience with them never again , I’m surprised they are actually still in business ! I did a PayPal dispute got my money back Buyers beware !!
I will never shop with Outback Equipment again. They do not ship in the timeframes they promise, even when you pay extra for express shipping. They take days to respond to emails and waited on the phone line for 30 mins twice before giving up. I asked for a refund because they took so long to ship, but they refused. I now need to alter my travel… Read more
plans to collect their shipment. I went with an AU retailer because I thought they would be quicker and easier to deal with than an overseas vendor. I was wrong, the purchases I made from AliExpress the same day arrived before Outback Equipment had even processed my order
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Hi Ben. We are happy to refund you as we said… Read more