RoboGuy
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Pleasant surprise after reading some reviews – I ordered before checking the online reviews. Was very worried. Boox Note Air. Communication wasn’t super timely but they did respond. Device was delivered within 3 weeks and perfect. Could do better to manage expectations upfront but I have zero complaints now. Very happy and would do it again. Recommended, and have to my work colleagues.
Horrible service, poor communication and no product – I ordered the "Original Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Accessories". Shipping time was 7-14 days. Four weeks later I messaged them to ask about the product. Was advised that it had been sent but the shipping number wasn't forwarded to me. I checked the tracking number which was for French Post not AusPost. I sent them a message again asking about why it… Read more
was saying French Post and not AusPost. I received no response. After three days I called them and left a voice message asking for clarification. No response. After another four days I then sent them a final response asking for either my product, a refund or clarification of shipping date. No response. I advised them I would be writing a negative review if this wasn't finalised. They still chose no response over this. Very disappointed as the first purchase I made was quick and delivered almost on time. I would not recommend purchasing from this company unless you want to risk paying for something that you never get. Now the joy of chasing getting my money back.
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Customer support/ FIMI XIAOMI X8se – Hi all. I purchased a drone ( FIMI XIAOMI X8se) from these guys a few weeks back & I have found them to be so helpful. I purchased locally so should there be any problems then there's someone to fall back on. Well the spare battery I purchased with the drone came to me with a problem, one cell wouldn't charge. I notified them robotics & they were… Read more
more than helpfully. I sent it back n they replaced it free of coarse. I've since purchased a carry / shoulder bag to fit the drone & all my chargers & parts. Excellent product, room for 4 spare batteries, blades , the lot. It's great when you find a team like this that go the extra yard to help. First time flying a drone & this one's great, still getting use to all it's functions, but getting there. Can't wait to take it on our next trip. Cheers P.Baynton
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QiCycle – Review of RoboGuy and the product purchased from RoboGuy. Bought the QiCycle after catching the deal on OzBargain - have had the bike for just under a year now and it has been excellent. Roboguy staff personally dropped it off at my house and added a complementary MiBand2. The bike itself operates very smoothly with the motor assist allows me… Read more
to commute sweat-free at a speed of about 23kmph. The 3-speed nexus internal hub has enough range for me to cruise around slowly and also build a decent sweat averaging just under ~30kmph with the motor switched off. The motor has a range of just under ~40km with little pedalling to assist it (I ride very flat terrain with two small bridge climbs).
The compact wheelbase makes it easy to take on and off the train and even ride along the footpath at walking pace without getting in people's way (much less cumbersome than walking a regular size bike). Surprisingly versatile size, i'm only about 160cm and find it very comfortable, yet friends about 175cm tall who have ridden say that its pretty comfortable zipping about town.
Folds quickly by just lowering the seatpost and folding the handlebar post. Fits laterally into the boot of my Nissan X-trail (thus not requiring to fold the back seats down) with plenty of boot space to spare. Also able to fold it in half at the pivot to make it more compact, however this requires removal of the seatpost (few seconds more timely) and in this state it great for storage but not easy for maneuvering.
Only concern with the bike is that it is hard to secure/lock up because the bicycle seat can easily be removed with the quick releases and therefore also allows the battery to also be removed. The seatpost and battery are unique to the bike and not easily replaceable. Therefore, I have to resort to taking both seat and battery with me each time I lock up the bike (which sticks out of my bag). To address this issue, I intend on changing one of the quick release latches to one that requires a key to unlock it.
The bike had recently developed issue where the motor would started intermittently cut out. Contacting Roboguy, I was given assistance which ultimately led to having to arrange for the bike to be picked up for repair by RoboGuy. Bike was returned in working condition in under two weeks. Since its return, I have done about 20km without a hiccough.
Such a great bike that I bought one for a friend overseas and have considered getting the Xiaomi E-Scooter as well but I currently do not have a need for it as the bike does the job plenty well! Highly recommend getting one of these units and/or dealing with RoboGuy.
Brilliant service, love the robotic vacuum! – We adore the Xiaomi Mi roborock vacuum! Cleans wooden floors and carpets beautifully. Quieter running than our old regular vacuum & awesome smart phone app. You can send the vacuum where you want it without even leaving your chair. We have to move crumbs out of one or two tricky corners before setting the vacuum going, but otherwise it can get… Read more
everywhere. The very gentle mopping leaves the floor feeling great in bare feet. Really intelligent robotic cleaning pattern - maps your whole house. Communication from the RoboGuy team was excellent, although it took 3-4 weeks for the vacuum to get to us in New Zealand. They provided the correct plug for charging here, and the vacuum arrived speaking English. The app and manual were also in English. We had to pay an extra $170 in taxes and customs charges to get the vacuum, but otherwise can't recommend the whole experience enough. This robotic vacuum / mop has changed our lives - keeping our floor clean is now so easy and fun!
Best shopping Experience buying a Xiaomi Mi Robot Vac – I bought a Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum through Roboguy eBay site. At start I was a bit worried about buying from here as when I researched the site, I seen many bad reviews for slow delivery. I raised this question with the seller. Problem they had was they had supplier issues and couldn't deliver the goods in time. They were the best company to… Read more · 1
deal with compared to many other companies I've dealt with in the past. Their communication skills are excellent and all emails were responded within a timely manner.
I made my purchase for the Xiaomi Robot Friday night and it was delivered to my door the next day Saturday lunch time. They have their own local couriers that deliver if you are within the local delivery zone. Absolutely amazing service. Highly recommend company to deal with. They also carry spare parts and I've been assured that if I ever have any issues with my Xiaomi Robot I wouldn't have any issues getting assistance and replacement parts (brush heads etc-)
A quick note about the Xiaomi Robot Vac-
If you are in the market for a Robot Vac, look No further than the Xiaomi. The future is here with this small piece of technology. Highly recommend and after reviewing many robot vacs on the market, this one tops all of them. The smartphone app that works with it is amazing. It maps out your house, shows exactly where it's been and how much it's cleaned. I'm amazed how good it is. Setup was a little tricky at the start as you had to do an firmware upgrade before you could change the language to English but once setup, everything else was a breeze.
Recent reviews
Excellent customer service even though pandemic delayed the product – I ordered a Onyx Boox Max 3, large e-ink tablet, to deal with an eye condition. Unfortunately, the shipment etc was delayed due to the pandemic but they kept me very up to date throughout, including phone calls. When it did shipped, they upgraded to express post and it arrived from HK in like 48 hours. Very impressed through difficult times.
Order has not arrived so far after 2 weeks – After two weeks and chasing up multiple times, the below response has been received. I was thinking that support would be much better buying from an Australian business but it has been very disappointing so far. "Hello XXXXX, There seems to have been some sort of mix up and your order was actually dispatched from China, we are still… Read more
investigating why this has occurred especially because originally this was not an option however the tracking number is XXXXXXXXXXXXX with China Post.
Very sorry for the bad experience you have suffered, we are definitely not happy with our this has turned out for you or us.
We will keep an eye on the tracking but hopefully, you will get it very soon.
Kindest Regards, The RoboGuy Team"
Great customer service – I bought a robot vacuum from roboguy and as we all know with electronics, we can sometimes have problems. Izaak went through a number of troubleshooting procedures and after exhausting alm options he offered a new replacement. Izaak takes the time with his customers to keep them updated and in the loop, which is often something rarely seen when… Read more
buying newer electronic products that are out if China. It's great to have a middle man and local support. Would highly recommend! Cheers G
Was also part of the OzBargain Group Buy. Was kept in the loop about the delays – Did my bit to support a new seller getting a group buy up and running. Having imported for a business before, was totally aware of the hiccups that can occur when dealing with Asian suppliers, so wasn't surprised when things got delayed. The Robo vac is brilliant. The app can work from anywhere and it's not unusual to set it running from work and come home to a shiny clean floor.
Good products, and great customer support – Brought the vacuum for our daughter after reading a number of reviews. Was a bit nervous about Roboguy because some of the reviews were very negative. But reckon that could be old news, as we have had nothing but great customer service and fast delivery. The vacuum developed a fault (would not move properly) and filled out the online form. Got a… Read more · 1
call in a couple of days, returned the vacuum and they fixed it very quickly. Changing a number of additional components at the same time, and then sent it back via courier.
The thing was gone for a week.
Great product, cleans really well, and good service.
Was also part of the OzBargain Group Buy; delayed but thought communication was fine. Great product – Bought a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Gen 1 through OzBargain group buy. Works brilliantly, very happy with purchase. Yes, delivery was delayed by weeks. Communication by seller was a little stunted initially but fine in the grand scheme of things. Many people were upset due to wanting a refund due to delays with the supplier and then the product being on… Read more · 1
sale elsewhere for a bit cheaper. Didn't bother me. Seems like RoboGuy has worked out those issues and is trying to do right by its customers into the future. I'd buy again.
Great support and customer service – Bought a Mi Band 2 and it arrived within a handful of days. The Mi Band battery only lasted 2 days but it took me about a month of tinkering with the settings to figure out it wasn't me but the product. Support was very helpful and ended up replacing it for me with no fuss. In fact, I actually put in a repeat order because the Mi Band 2 I ordered from Gear Best, while $10 cheaper took 2 months to arrive and didn't make it under my Xmas tree. Show reply
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Would never, EVER purchase anything from this seller again – I saw a group buy on OzBargain and thought I'd support a local business. Worst mistake I have ever made, seller's communication was absolutely woeful, he outright LIED multiple times, when he was called out on these things both on social media and over the phone directly he got very nasty. I think my item took 4 months to arrive. The robot vacuum… Read more
itself is great, but the seller is atrocious. Steer clear of him, buy the same vacuum and spare parts from other sellers, his price isn't even competitive. Go to OzBargain and search RoboGuy and you'll be able to make your own mind up on what hundreds of purchasers thought of him.
Xiaomi robot vacuum cleaner is great – Order arrived quickly and is exactly as described. Works great and even came with the Australian electric cord. The owner explained the supplier problems which lead to earlier bad reviews and I'm really pleased I took a chance and got this great vacuum at an excellent price Show reply
Excellent product, quick efficient delivery – I ordered the Xiaomi Mi vacuum cleaner on 31st August and received less than a week later. Quick, efficient service and an outstanding product. Show reply
Did arrive eventually – As many have said it did take a long time to deliver, but now that it is here it is working just fine, at all times we were advised of the delays, I expect all those that put in paypal claims don't buy online too often, I am recommending him to my friends, just make sure the stock is on his shelf before you buy, I would also not be using Fastway transport especially to WA as it took 3 weeks to be delivered from the east. Show reply
Bought the xiaomi robo vacuum thru Roboguy – Roboguy was great with their service and delivery update and extended warranty and will supppt you thru even the setup. Would highly rate the service. Would choose them to buy all xiaomi products.
arrived eventually – Actually getting this item was a fiasco from the order time to the delivery, with delay after delay in getting the item shipped from China to the delivery couriers tracking services malfunctioning, however it eventually arrived safe and sound well over 3 months after ordering. On a positive note the seller remained in constant contact keeping… Read more
buyers updated and when unable to take a call returned the call as quickly as possible. I could not fault the politeness and willingness to offer information from the sellers. I honestly believe this seller was attempting to do the right thing throughout but was foiled by circumstances beyond their control at every turn. Seeing the item now selling for $50 less than we paid in good faith on their website is not very encouraging for future dealings though.
Come through in the end – It was a long wait. All the excuses and what i thought were lies may well have been true. In the end he come through with the goods and what a product at an amazing price. The vacuum is worth 5 stars but unfortunately the delay put the fear of scam in me so ive had to take 1 off. Once roboguy can get stock i believe it will improve.
Terrible.. Do not buy from this site – Order still has not arrived 4 months later. Always full of excuses. Absolutely terrible service and everyone should be warned of this guy trying to start a business under a new name and trying to swindle customers again.
Worst ever seller – Got a Fastway tracking number on Wednesday but site says item not scanned. That's it I am making a paypal and credit card claim. Avoid at all cost.
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Zero Star Rating - Awful – Ordered vacuum in Early June, as Mother's Day special, and it's now early August and it still hasn't arrived. Finally got a tracking reference, but the number didn't actually work on the website. Awful experience. Would never buy from this website ever again.
Ordered on 10/5/2017 still haven't received 22/7/17 – Purchased a xiaomi robot vacuum on 10/5/2017 still haven't received 22/7/17. Ended up getting a refund back through PayPal on 22/7/17. Very poor service. I just wanted a vacuum in a reasonable time frame.
Scam artist – Absolute scammer, ordered a vacuum on 9/5 and still haven't received item. He keeps providing false information to PayPal which prolongs my claim. Keep away if you value your hard earned money.
No good! – Delay after delay, eventually got a refund from my credit card company through a charge back. If you like an item that Roboguy is selling buy it elsewhere if you want to receive it in a timely manner.
Can I give 0 star? – One of worst shopping experience with this kid. Totally no control of his supply chain and no experience dealing with Chinese business people and try to sell MI product. Its a joke and stay away from RoboGuy, otherwise Rob-u-guys....
a complete scammer – I ordered a Xiaomi Mi Robot vacuum cleaner mid-end May 2017 with an estimated delivery of 30 days. After 30 days the seller informs that there was a problem with supplier and that the product would be delayed, followed by additional messages informing of further delays. Now nearly 2 months since purchase of the vacuum without delivery and seller refuses to refund and provides false tracking to dodge a paypal claim.
Poor Customer Service – Delays, lies and refusal to refund my money when a group buy was delayed by months by this guy as he tried to cover up his mistakes. Customer service non existent. Would never buy from this guy again.
Item Never Arrived - Avoid! – Purchased a Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum cleaner. After 2-months item never arrived and seller not communicating. Seller takes money and disappeared... PayPal claim is taking long time, to add to frustration! Avoid, avoid, avoid.
Less than a star – I bought a robo cleaner as pat of group deal and after 2 months, my questions were ignored as well as paypal's. Eventually pulled out by Paypal as they did refund. A sum of $430 was on his wallet for two months, sure he might have had more than 250 orders money on his pocket for more than two months. Good luck for others as they might or might not see their product. Even if they receive it, good luck on warranty claims. Avoid at all cost.
Guy below DMHM is actually Roboguy i think who is trying to give some boost for himself, even he couldnt give 5 for himself :)
Avoid! Head for the hills! Unethical, irresponsible, untrustworthy, scammer – As per other comments, in summary bought the product way back in May with the understanding that delivery will be within 30 days. However no communication thereafter then advised of significant delivery delays. Was very deceptive on the status of the delivery and was found out a number of occasions that his explanation did not add up by multiple… Read more
buyers on ozbargain.com.au forum (look up Roboguy for Xiaomi Robot Vacuum). 2 months and still no product delivered. Request for refund was flatly rejected. Not further correspondence thereafter. Had to raise a dispute and claim with PayPal to get money back. Thankfully got my money back from PayPal.
Found out later that the product can be bought for cheaper from far more reliable sellers and got it delivered within 4 days!
Not worth the trouble.
Not to be trusted with your money – Same experience as other people who jumped on the Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum cleaner. The seller conducts illegal business practices that breach Australian Consumer Law. Holds customer's money at ransom and refuses to refund despite ongoing delays with securing stock. I could only get my money back after more than 2 months of waiting via PayPal dispute.
Avoid at all cost - Seller withholding information about shipment delays & refusing refund even afte – I bought a Xiaomi Mi Robot vacuum cleaner mid May 2017 with an estimated delivery of 30 days, due to product shipping from China. After 30 days the seller informs that there was a problem with supplier and that the product would be delayed, followed by additional messages informing of further delays. Now nearly 2 months since purchase of the… Read more
vacuum without delivery and seller refuses to refund.
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Good vacuum - quick delivery – Vacuum works well and was quickly delivered with Australian plug cable to go with Chinese original set up. Can't fault it. Show reply
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