As suggested here, this thread will be a megathread to ask whether a particular site is legitimate.
Any individual posts will be merged into here, in the future.
[Megathread] Is This Site Legit/Real?
hamza23 on 02/09/2021 - 12:18
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@Jimothy Wongingtons: That’s from their own website, I paid for DHL. I emailed asking for a tracking number, then decided to do a bit of Googling…so yeah. Oh well, lesson learned.
Due diligence is best undertaken prior to the purchase…
Not based in Australia..hong Kong maybe?
Way too early for PayPal to get involved.
I knew they were HK based, but yes, I was just too eager to get a deck asap for a cheaper price.
Must have been an insane price?
I really drew the line at kogan - at least with marketplace you might have a slim chance of a solution - going direct to overseas is basically Wild West anything goes.
Also to answer your question as posed in the OP.
Expansys does not have a good reputation here lol
Oh boy ahaha….ahhh I’ll just wait for PayPal to figure things out. This is what I get for being impatient. Might just order direct from Valve via a forwarding service once this all clears.
Expansys have been around for a long time and were known to be dodgy and avoided in the UK (they had an Expansys UK division back then). Many orders never arrived after weeks or months of waiting and no communication.
They don't have very good reviews in general: https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/expansys
My god… those reviews!!!!!
I literally ordered one a couple of hours before your post.
I did do some investigation before hand and saw that customer service was poor, but they did seem to follow through with orders (see here: https://au.trustpilot.com/review/www.expansys.com)
There are also a few Whirlpool forums that indicate that they are real.
Can I ask how long it was between your order and the email indicating shipping?
Ordered last night around 11pm, shipping email today at 1pm. Here’s hoping it’s legit!
Thanks, I would really would appreciate it if you let me know if you get any updates on shipping or from Expansys themselves.
@damo3032: I just received a response from them now via PayPal dispute. They gave me a DHL tracking number. Seems okay so far!
@damo3032: @ZeroX03, did you get any seperate notification from DHL? Mine has shipped from aswell, but I cannot track it. Hoping DHL send some seperate information
@damo3032: I just received the email from DHL a few minutes ago. Estimated delivery date is this Friday.
seems like a lack of comms but if all tracking is done via DHL then it will be super fast.
Merged from Meranom Store - Has Anyone Ordered from Them before?
Hi, I'm looking at a Vostok Amphibia. The cheapest (but also longest delivery expected time) is the Meranom store based in Russia. Has anyone had any experience ordering from them?
https://meranom.com/en/amphibian-classic/420/vostok-watch-am…
Also aware that you can get them from other sites like AE etc.
Thanks in advance
You’re really asking if you should order from some random Russian website? Really?
longest delivery expected time
TOFTT ..please update when you receive the order ✌️
Haven't ordered one, just doing some research first :)
Yes, however that was pre-Ukraine
I've not bought a full watch from them, however I ordered a few parts to mod a 710634 I had back in 2021 and It took a about 6 months for the parts to arrive. I assume COVID delays played a part in it, but I imagine the current situation probably isn't going to make the wait any shorter.
Side note - if you are looking at getting a Vostok, I'd also consider a different strap or bracelet to go with it. The standard bracelets are pretty notorious for being hair pullers, but their shark mesh ones ( this one would fit the watch you've linked) are actually pretty well made and comfortable for not too much money. They can also fit other watches with the same strap width.
+1 for replacement strap recommendation
Tinkoff Bank is not sanctioned however not sure how it will process your card as visa or Mastercard as they are blocked in ru
Merged from Galaxy Watch 4 44mm for 229 on catch
https://www.catch.com.au/product/samsung-galaxy-watch4-r870-…
Can anyone confirm with me if this 44mm samsung galaxy watch 4 is legit? just seems so cheap at 229.
Just curious, as it would be a good gift for my dad on his 60th.
Also wondering if it comes with the charging cable and if its new etc.
I hope someone can help me. i appreciate it.
I did purchase some 40mm watches from samsung end of year sale at 200 each so it seems legit.
just curious if anyone has pulled the trigger.
cheers.
Marketplace, sold by BuyMobile
Likely grey import, no local warranty
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/product/samsung-galaxy-watch4
Actually not that cheap when you look at past deals
its the 44mm one so its pretty good price wise.
Will your dad know how to use it? My dad can barely work out how to turn the TV on let alone how to use a smart watch.
It’s only Bluetooth. Just my view - no adult should buy bluetooth watch because it’s useless on its own.
i think most smart watches are Bluetooth? they are good, batteries are poor, ultimately will serve its purpose at this price point! appreciate the opinion.
Consider the ones with sim cellular. If budget doesn’t permit, then even older version. Make more sense. Just some thoughts for you.
https://day2day.myrewards.com.au/
I can't remember when I signed up or why. I've never made a purchase through their site. Anyone else a member? It's also not listed in the Discounted eGiftcards page, yet they sell them.
Contact number is same as https://simplyrewards.com.au/v2/contact-us
ABN is an old one, though only having a 1300 number and no other way of contacting, I certainly wouldn't jump at ordering from them
Thanks for looking into that. I have never been a member of Simply Energy or their rewards scheme. Unsubbed, cheers
Merged from financegroupau.com.au 3.99% rates on FB
these guys offer on fb 3.99% interest rates but no further info, they literally just want all your personal details, I don’t trust them with my personal details. Cannot find anything about them on google. Has anyone used them?
Has anyone used them?
No, because clearly it’s a scam
I sometimes wonder how people fall for these "too good to be true" money scams.
Then I come to Ozbargain and find out.
Whois registrant is a lead generation company
https://financegroupau.com.au/terms-and-conditions
Invitation to Contact
a) By submitting an application to us you explicitly authorise us, the relevant retailer and our other third party partners (who we choose to appoint and can change at any time) to contact you via phone, SMS, MMS, emails or any other electronic or direct methods in order to provide you with services, news, information, marketing material or advice (according to their relevant licensing abilities or restrictions) about our, or their, existing and new products and services.
b) If your phone number is on the Do Not Call Register, you confirm and consent that the communication from financegroupusa.com Pty Ltd or any of its appointed partners is solicited. You also authorise us to contact you during our call centre opening hours, i.e Monday to Thursday 9 am to 9 pm AEST, Friday 9 am to 8 pm AEST and Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm AEST.
c) You authorise and consent to us and our third-party partners contacting you for marketing promotions, which include telephone, SMS, MMS, emails or direct mails or any other format of marketing. This consent extends beyond the initial industry vertical you initially subscribed or opted-in to, to receive marketing material from other related offers from us or our partners.
d) This consent is valid perpetually and unrestricted or until you choose to opt out. You can opt out of these communications by contacting us as detailed in our Privacy policy.
Privacy Policy link returns a 404 error
RUN!
my Nigerian brother offers fixed interest 5 year unsecured loans for .99%. you just need to pay the one off application fee of $999 if your keen i can give you his bsb and bank account.
Merged from Post Office Box Rewards 4% Coles eGift Cards
Has anyone bought from Post Office Box Rewards?
Powered by www.infiniterewards.com.au.
Is this legit?
Not bought, but I assume it's legit as I can see the link in my AusPost app.
However there's a 2% fee for credit card payment, and it says bank transfer is free but may take a week to send the voucher.
DD no fees but not sure anyone used it. The one for good guys rewards takes your money and never send cards
Merged from Is tpclaims.com.au Legit? How to Ensure Its Safe before Using Their Service
I found this website "https://tpclaims.com.au/" while trying to claim my car damage "not at fault" through other party's insurance as suggested by Bingle here
"If your car is damaged by a third party and you're not at fault, you could consider lodging a claim directly through the responsible party's insurer. This way, you'll avoid paying an excess, and your renewal premium won't be affected as a result of the claim. It can also help us to continue to offer you cheaper premiums. To lodge a claim with the responsible party's insurer, you'll need to get in touch with them."
Does anyone use their service? How to find if they are legitimate before I share my personal details to them?
Why would you not just do it yourself?
I never did that before reaching out to other party's insurer and I always feel that I am not good at negotiations to get all compensations. I feel it would be better result if done through professionals.
Its not very hard. You get the claim number from the other party, get a quote on your car, give that to the insurance company. Tell them you will be having a hire car as well, they will pay for it. Nothing to negotiate unless your car is a write off.
Do they specialise in Toilet Paper claims?
tpclaims.com.au
Is this to claim if you put your fingers through toilet paper or am I getting confused here?
There's a of few companies that are the equivalent of "ambulance chasers", but for car insurance (property) claims, instead of personal injury. This is one of them. They'll claim through the at-fault party's insurance company and add a huge fee for their services to the final bill.
That sounds so true as they are not charging anything to their client. Does the other insurer liable to pay such kind of fee?
They usually do pay unless it's totally unreasonable. When I was an assessor before and someone hired a lawyer, the lawyer's fees formed part of the "settlement" as an additional line item. I'd expect that this "claims handling" fee would fall under the same category.
Getting a third party (not either of the parties actual insurers) involved - what could go wrong lol
Merged from This is 99% a scam website
See if you can find all the red flags. I found at least 5 ( not counting mutiple instances of the same red flag)
Nah, I'll take your word for it.
Brisbane and Sidney
Yeah nah.. I'm not clicking on that link
Is this 99% scam post?
I'll make your life easier.
Check your pms I've sent my house address and bank info. Please suck my life savings
Lawson Arnold's photo appears to be a stock photo on various websites from HIV (https://oicorlando.com/human-immunodeficiency-virus-hiv/) to best hair transplants in Jorhat (https://www.drpaulsonline.com/hair-transplant-jorhat/).
Same with Kathryn Ryan from Dentalkind (https://www.dentalkind.com/our-reviews/) to recruiter at Poppy HR in Israel (https://il.linkedin.com/in/yael-gil-49b8b7236?trk=people-gue…).
They both must get around or have twins (or more) who shop for clothes at the same places.
so funny.
yep, tbh i think 100% scam . here are more red flags…Google the address in melbourne
and…website registered 5 dec 2022, no phone number on website, all very generic wording,..haha these scammers are losers.
Merged from DeLonghi Magnifica S $2 @ Bunnings
What do you guys reckon; scam or no scam? For two bucks, I tried giving it a go with a virtual disposable card, but it crashes my browser (Brave). I wonder if it's trying to infect the phone…
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0dXUB5kDEiJ…
Comments show it's a clear scam
If you think this isn’t a scam you should get off the internet.
You poor thing
Name doesnt check out.
It's a scam. The missus came across is the other week and I lol'd.
The party behind it (BeCodebox.com) try to get you to sign up to a reoccurring payment of $59 every 2 weeks…
If it sounds too good to be true then it probably is.
Facebook do not care about scams running on it's platform.
It was posted on Thursday and immediately after they added the fake comments and pictures of "proof". Who is delivering these products, certainly not Australia Post!
Merged from Factory2s new website
Has anyone used this website? I can't find much on it. It looks new, not sure if it's legit.
wut
Look like Scam….better don't click on that link.
looks like op did not even do a google search for Factory2s as it answers the question.
From scamdetector.com? - I wondered if the score could be low because it was new
- Created 27-11-2022
- No contact info
- No questions asked returns policy
None of this inspires confidence
Merged from MSI GAMINX TRIO 4080 for $1,052
This looks unreal, anyone want to give it a try and see if they are legit?
https://besserx.com/products/msi-gaming-geforce-rtx-4080-16g…There's one born every minute.
How many batteries does it need?
You try first, OP. Then let us know.
I'm desperate enough for a good price on a 4080 that I was willing to believe this for a sec.
same here, I was talking to my CC provider and apparantely I can disbute up to full amount if anything goes wrong ….but I dont want to risk…
Merged from Is Temu a Legal Website to Buy Stuff in Australia
I was just browsing some websites and came across this random website called “Temu” and now it popping everywhere. Just wanted to understand if it’s a legal website and if someone have bought any stuff from their website .The prices on the websites seems to be to cheap to be believe is it even legal ? Is it like Alibaba.com ? Any help with this will be greatly appreciated.
Legal, yes. Bought stuff, yes. Delivered yet? No..
Thanks , when did you buy/order
Apr 11, $5 credit if not delivered by this wed
@Jimothy Wongingtons: Agreed, but the issue I’m facing here is it’s constantly showing a 404 Service Unavailable.
I’d like to get input from that other user whom purchased from them to see how his tracking appeared. Here’s hoping I’m just overthinking things.