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Wolf Powerstation 60+ (237 posts / 16,981 views)
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #1 3 Nov 2022 09:53
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Just watched a Carpology review for the new Wolf Powerstation 60+. Looks a very nice bit of kit but he didnt mention a price.

Link

Quick google search didnt find anything for the Powerstation but i did find this on Amazon, which is basically the same but minus the carp tax.

Link
mrjcarter mrjcarter
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Post #2 3 Nov 2022 13:09
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£180 I believe
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #3 3 Nov 2022 15:32
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So twice as much as the one on Amazon, just with different colours and a Wolf sticker!
djstrauss281 djstrauss281
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Post #4 3 Nov 2022 16:04
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They look similar but they are not. The amazon battery is single circuit with 36w max output for fast charge over 1 device. The wolf one has 45w fast charge and can do this over 2 devices at the same time. Further more there is no way in knowing if the voltage regulators on both are the same. The amazon one mentions nothing of smart charge to insure it doesnt fry the battery, the wolf one does.

Couldnt find any info on the price of the wolf myself but from the spec sheet can see why the wolf pack will be more.

Either way nothing new to the scene if anything looks bulky compared to a slim ridgemonkey vault etc
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #5 3 Nov 2022 17:34
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Is the Wolf worth twice the price though?
Personally I would never fast charge two devices at once so the difference for me would be the 36W against 45W.
I think I'd rather save the money but if you're one of these techy people who goes fishing with umpteen different devices and likes fishing branded stuff then the Wolf may suit them.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #6 4 Nov 2022 08:59
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Hearing that the Wolf could be around the £180 mark.
Bubblefree
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Post #7 4 Nov 2022 12:22
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The 45w fast charge version is available on Ali express for less than 90
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #8 4 Nov 2022 12:48
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Got a link mate? Can only find the 30W.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #9 10 Nov 2022 15:37
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Just seen this on Amazon. Does this look ok for the price?

Link
Bubblefree
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Post #10 10 Nov 2022 18:10
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BTSEURY Power Bank 60000mAh Quick Charge Large Capacity Outdoor Mobile Power Bank Portable 45W Energy Storage Powerbank https://amzn.eu/d/6YbMmYC

Here's one from Amazon
Justjohn
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Post #11 10 Nov 2022 19:42
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Ridgemonkey must be pulling their hair out. The power pack must be one if their main items and its beeing blown out of the water. My RM failed 2 times so ended up buying a Jackery, lasts me 3 weeks off one charge.
Karlos Karlos
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Post #12 10 Nov 2022 21:37
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I also have a Jackery and solar panel, it's awesome (I have photos etc to do a review but haven't gotten around to it, yet)

This one from Amazon is the one that's like the Wolf I think ... LINKY POO ...
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #13 11 Nov 2022 08:43
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I have the Powerpac Ion with solar panel but to be honest, its a bit pants which is why i am looking for an alternative.
jgarg09 jgarg09
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Post #14 11 Nov 2022 08:48
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Hi Don't suppose you have the link for the Jackerry with solar panel
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #15 11 Nov 2022 09:34
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This is on ali express and ive ordered one myself, only thing is i dont have the wolf logo on it so i probs wont catch when using it.

The wolf one us RRP at £189.99 from what ive seen on their instagram comments so why not save yourself £153 and buy this one?

*carnt get the link to work so copy and paste this -
https://a.aliexpress.com/_EyEGpRJ
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #17 11 Nov 2022 10:06
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Just ordered as well. thanks for the link fella. Saved a few dollars there
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #18 11 Nov 2022 10:59
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I don't need one but bought one anyway as it was so cheap. Long delivery time but I'm in no rush. Used Paypal.
£33.62 including UK tax so if I read it right there shouldn't be any import charges.
If it turns out the Wolf is better for some reason, I can't see the massive price difference being justified.

Thank you

Karlos Karlos
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Post #19 11 Nov 2022 13:12
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https://uk.jackery.com

Jackery page on Amazon (if that link doesn't work just search Amazon for Jackery..

Last Xmas they done some good discounts, not sure if they'll repeat that this year
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #20 11 Nov 2022 15:43
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Estimated delivery date: Jan 20, 2023
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #21 11 Nov 2022 16:50
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Probably sooner than Wolf's then
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #22 11 Nov 2022 21:49
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I could fly there and back quicker 😀
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #23 11 Nov 2022 22:37
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Bring a few back and it will pay for your flight
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #24 11 Nov 2022 23:35
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Rather wait for it to arrive than pay an extra £150+ got other power banks to use until it arrives anyways
Vanhorne
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Post #25 12 Nov 2022 04:25
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That link takes me to a generic page for Ali express, what have I done wrong ?
benson5808 benson5808
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Post #26 12 Nov 2022 10:03
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In reply to Post #25
i found it on the 2nd page, typed in power bank 60000 Mah .
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #27 12 Nov 2022 10:42
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That link works ok for me.
Try this one, is this any better?
LINK
strawberryblond
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Post #28 12 Nov 2022 11:17
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Thanks for the link, just ordered one
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #29 12 Nov 2022 14:23
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I'm dubious on the capacity claims of these cheap power banks but there are also 120000mah versions that are cheaper on Ali
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #30 12 Nov 2022 14:47
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I think you're right. If you check Amazon reviews of cheap power banks most people are happy but there's always someone who has taken the time to do a proper test and found them not to meet the spec advertised.

Same goes with individual rechargeable batteries like AA's, only the makes such as Eneloop tend to get near to specs.

I don't expect the Ali Express to meet every single spec quoted but for the price hopefully it will still be a bargain.
It would be interesting to see if anyone does a proper conducted test on the Wolf.


Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #31 15 Nov 2022 20:28
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Just a heads up people, can get this for under £30 delivered now as they have lowered the price again, be rude not to order another
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #32 16 Nov 2022 15:59
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£25.92 now

Estimated delivery on Nov 26.
Cam Cam
MODERATORMOD
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Post #33 16 Nov 2022 16:43
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Took a punt.
£29.02 with added tax.
Says delivery by 26th November but...also says 'This order will ship in 11 days. If not, your refund will be issued automatically.

So that's the 27th .

Capture-Powerpac


Lets see what happens. Never had problem with AliExpress before you just have to have some patience .
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #34 16 Nov 2022 17:09
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I've never ordered from Aliexpress before but I read that if they haven't posted them by the 11th day they will refund you.
That to me suggests that it's likely they are not in stock and so prevents the seller from holding onto your money?

They add vat at the end of the order, I presume so you don't get hit with import charges. Does this normally go to plan?

Cam Cam
MODERATORMOD
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Post #35 16 Nov 2022 17:18
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I've never had any problems before when ordering small stuff, terminal tackle, PVA etc..
Never had to pay anymore than what was stated on the site. No extra customs tax or anything.

As I say lets see. Pay by Paypal so expect the money to go back into there if any problems.
secret-agent secret-agent
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Post #36 16 Nov 2022 18:20
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I took a punt on it last night as well, I've never used that site before, they gave me a £5 voucher so all in it was £24.92 posted, got to be worth a go
Mattsaunders
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Post #37 16 Nov 2022 22:53
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Just ordered one myself 🤞🏾🤞🏾
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #38 17 Nov 2022 00:09
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I took a punt on one too,of the house doesn't go up in flames when charging it up it'll be a be a decent purchase
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #39 17 Nov 2022 09:50
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Looks like there's quite a few of us that have ordered one.
See you all back here in a month or two to say either we've done great or we've been done
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #40 17 Nov 2022 10:40
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And asking when the Wolf is out
Cam Cam
MODERATORMOD
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Post #41 17 Nov 2022 10:51
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I got a confirmation email this morning that it has been shipped Doubt it's on the boat yet but still got an estimated date of 26th November
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #42 17 Nov 2022 11:14
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i got 'Estimated delivery date: Jan 20, 2023'
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #43 17 Nov 2022 12:12
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So did I.
Oh well it comes when it comes!
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #44 17 Nov 2022 15:40
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Be good to see if anyone buys the wolf one and we can compair

Ino im not bothered about a case or fast charging plug as got fast charging plugs at home and ino i dont keep my power bank i have at the min in a pouch/case
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #45 17 Nov 2022 21:21
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I got a confirmation email to say the item has been shipped but when I click on the link it takes me to the aliexpress website where it tells me The tracking information has not been updated yet

Anyone else got that?
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #46 18 Nov 2022 00:26
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Yeah mine said that for afew days, says its on its way niw, my guess is it will he shipped once space in a container coming over from china is there as shipping would coat you loads for a single item but when you get free shipping you have to take it when theres room i guess?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #47 18 Nov 2022 10:23
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Should be able to fill a container with the amount that people on here have bought
colcarp
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Post #48 19 Nov 2022 18:41
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Just seen that Bivvypacks are selling the exact same item for £160
squeezedfishy
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Post #49 20 Nov 2022 11:17
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I bought the exact same one last night. Fingers crossed it works, chap I bought from only sells batteries so hoping thats a good sign!
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #50 23 Nov 2022 09:41
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Anyone had any updates yet?
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #51 23 Nov 2022 10:09
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Mine is still saying delivery 20th January. I have a tracking number but when I check it says "Awaiting seller dispatch"

Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #52 23 Nov 2022 10:22
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Same as.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #53 24 Nov 2022 12:24
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It's getting cheaper by the day £24.77 inc tax delivery 4th December. Maybe cheaper if you get a $5 off email.
it's so cheap that I'm wondering that it will be a pile of crap after all
LINK
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #54 24 Nov 2022 14:10
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Looks like mine one is somewhere in the UK
Just found this out. Look into your order and find your tracking number it will look something like
QFLTB2821670060YQ
Input the number here https://www.17track.net/en
If you get a number of instructional pop ups just keep on pressing NEXT and hopefully it will look something like this.


Your package has shipped from the originating country and is en route to its destination.
QFL Expres- No phone- Sync Time: 2022-11-24 14:02:12 (GMT+00:00)
2022-11-22 10:23
The package arrived at the customs of the destination country

2022-11-19 08:13
The package has left Hong Kong air

2022-11-17 08:19
The package has been sealed. Next stop, logistics Hong Kong

2022-11-16 07:46
Sorting and preparation for sealing and distribution

2022-11-15 17:25
The package arrived at the logistics warehouse and was successfully collected

2022-11-13 18:06
深圳, 货物离开操作中心

2022-11-12 15:33
深圳, 到达收货点

2022-11-11 19:47
货物电子信息已经收到

Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #55 24 Nov 2022 15:10
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yes, pretty much same as you. So hopefully it should arrive in a few days.

And then the fun begins .
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #56 24 Nov 2022 15:43
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getting into the country is one one thing, customs clearance amd getting it out the port for delivery could be a bigger hassle.....mine too is showing in the UK....fingers crossed it arrives soon.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #57 24 Nov 2022 16:13
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As long as it's in transit I can wait. It was my account showing not dispatched that was concerning.
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #58 25 Nov 2022 23:14
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Ive found one at £15.84

https://a.aliexpress.com/_EGPukAp
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #59 25 Nov 2022 23:33
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Kinell
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #60 26 Nov 2022 13:04
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Getting nearer

The local customs office allowed him to leave
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #61 27 Nov 2022 12:08
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In reply to Post #60
mine too,sounds promising
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #62 27 Nov 2022 15:19
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I hope an illegal doesn't turn up!
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #63 27 Nov 2022 15:31
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braders1978 braders1978
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Post #64 27 Nov 2022 15:35
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Nah they're all in hotels in Stoke and Hanley whilst our own are homeless
Cam Cam
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Post #65 28 Nov 2022 14:29
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Mine is still showing as being in China
Can't even find it that t.17track.net site?

I have contacted the seller to see what the score is.

Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #66 28 Nov 2022 14:33
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The consignment has arrived in the country of destination
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #67 28 Nov 2022 19:20
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I got that as well but it's confusing.
I've said all along I'm prepared to wait but did the item arrive at the destination country on the 22nd or today?


2022-11-28 09:11
The consignment has arrived in the country of destination

2022-11-25 10:46
The local customs office allowed him to leave

2022-11-22 10:23
The package arrived at the customs of the destination country

2022-11-19 08:13
The package has left Hong Kong air
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #68 28 Nov 2022 21:10
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Maybe it's not officially in the UK until it's left customs?
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #69 28 Nov 2022 22:53
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Yes that's probably it.
At first I wasn't bothered when it turned up but now I have the ability to track I can't stop doing it
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #70 29 Nov 2022 00:41
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Ive messaged the seller and i just get chinese writing back
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #71 4 Dec 2022 11:52
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It's at the Post Office!
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #72 4 Dec 2022 12:05
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Still take a month to get it
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #73 4 Dec 2022 14:09
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Ged
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Post #74 4 Dec 2022 15:43
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carpie25 carpie25
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Post #75 4 Dec 2022 15:52
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Stating delivery for feb 2023 tho , depends how long one can wait i guess
Ged
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Post #77 4 Dec 2022 16:02
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TBH I think the stated delivery date will be meaningless. I ordered one on 24/11/22 with delivery stated for today. I haven't been holding my breath, I'd be surprised if it comes this year.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #78 4 Dec 2022 18:35
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What concerns me is not the delivery time but the price, the cheaper they get could mean they are nowhere near the capacity mentioned.
Not that I was expecting the full 60000mAh as this sort of chinese stuff is always overrated but I'm thinking it could be 6000mAh in a bigger box.
Oh well it's not worth worrying about, it'll either be a bargain or a fairly inexpensive mistake
Ged
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Post #79 4 Dec 2022 18:58
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Oh well it's not worth worrying about, it'll either be a bargain or a fairly inexpensive mistake

That's my mindset too, if it's total crap I'll be annoyed but it's not the end of the world.
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #80 5 Dec 2022 00:01
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If its crap ill feel bad but then again, if its the same as the wolf ones, winner winner
Cam Cam
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Post #81 5 Dec 2022 11:07
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Ged's Post

I see there's one down to £10.30 now.
LINK
Rarebit Rarebit
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Post #82 6 Dec 2022 12:03
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For £12.19 delivered I had a punt on it. Thanks for the link!
g4fne g4fne
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Post #83 6 Dec 2022 15:27
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yes. me to (£12.19) ... at that money its worth a go
nicky_napkins nicky_napkins
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Post #84 6 Dec 2022 19:28
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I just ordered as well..
🙂😊
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #85 6 Dec 2022 19:38
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I'm waiting and expecting the "it only charged my phone twice"

If it gets a load of praise and is actually the stated mah, then I'll order one

But I bet my money is safe
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #86 7 Dec 2022 11:49
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Still at the Post Office
g4fne g4fne
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Post #87 7 Dec 2022 15:19
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that £12.19 not burning a hole then
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #88 7 Dec 2022 15:21
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It's the only thing keeping me warm at the moment
davebrine davebrine
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Post #89 9 Dec 2022 21:36
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So intrigued by whether these Ali express ones work well. I've got a powapacs atom at the moment but wouldn't mind some smaller!
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #90 10 Dec 2022 11:11
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Had an Ion but not impressed with so sold it.

Still at the flipping sorting office!!
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #91 14 Dec 2022 17:23
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10 days now at the sorting office
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #92 14 Dec 2022 18:34
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I did warn you
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #93 14 Dec 2022 18:55
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But it looked a bargain!!!
tazi tazi
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Post #94 14 Dec 2022 20:37
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It's called sorting as they're sorting the bits n pieces out.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #95 15 Dec 2022 12:10
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So it has reached the sorting office but will it track from there to your home?
That's likely to be Royal Mail, so I'm not sure.
Can anyone who has ordered from AliExpress before confirm please?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #96 15 Dec 2022 12:20
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Im not surprised its still there to be honest. Saw a photo of a sorting office yesterday with literally hundreds of packages in crates waiting to be sorted.
g4fne g4fne
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Post #97 15 Dec 2022 14:39
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A friend works at the post office and said and they are so far behind with backlogged post that virtually no chance getting anything this side of New Year
Greybeard54
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Post #98 16 Dec 2022 11:18
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It is like that at this time of year anyway, it can only get worse with strike action, In conversation with local posties most of whom would rather not strike, those who strike in other areas break the chain and the local offices can only deliver that mail they receive from further up the chain, between strikes then come an unusually high amount of backlogged post that they simply cannot cope with.
the whole scenario is a complete mess, and does not bode well for the future, for posties or customers.
kid kid
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Post #99 17 Dec 2022 13:23
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Just seen this i took a punt on one 12 Nov as a bit dearer than some have paid think it was £55 delivered i see one on amazon for £89 same thing so thought i'd give it ago. Seen them a lot cheaper since and seen some review on youtube testing the capacity which i think was bang on it's contains 6 10000 capacity batteries, if i get delivered the same thing it should be good (BIG IF)

Delivery is due in Jan 2023 so we will have to wait and see. If not i have been able to get a refund on aliexpress before.

I hope they all turn up for everyone and work great, most stuff if sourced and repackaged for the carp market from China as we all know so there's no reason they won't.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #100 17 Dec 2022 13:46
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I'm wondering if they are using different batteries.
Seems they are coming from different sellers within AliExpress. Maybe they all use the same casing and control board, some sellers putting in the better batteries and some sellers not so.
Or it could be they are all exactly the same.
I wondering when they eventually turn up some will be heavier than others.
That'll be the next part of the saga will be for everyone to get their kitchen scales out.

I'd like to see the youtube reviews. Have you got a link or some key words that I can use to search?
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #101 17 Dec 2022 13:52
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As you mentioned the weight, reminds me of this i watched a while ago........


https://youtu.be/duuws2g57Yc
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #102 17 Dec 2022 14:14
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I've come across Big Clive before, he takes apart loads of different things
kid kid
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Post #103 17 Dec 2022 15:04
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mWbMZVTOuk

This is a different one but same product, it's in filipeno so not much help but it game me an idea
kid kid
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Post #104 18 Dec 2022 10:16
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/SinKeu-27000mAh-Portable-Capacity-Emergency/dp/B0B5N12WD2/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=TwDIv&content-id=amzn1.sym.31c9090c-9b65-4f91-bf37-04dd92281172&pf_rd_p=31c9090c-9b65-4f91-bf37-04dd92281172&pf_rd_r=BY6DRVSSPR92N1JWR2A0&pd_rd_wg=oyL0U&pd_rd_r=deb22eba-fa5a-49cd-899f-fe94d286ef61&ref_=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mi


that's a link and a half, this popped up in my amazon this morning £40 off voucher at the moment
Greybeard54
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Post #105 18 Dec 2022 15:38
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Is there any advantage to these mostly expensive fancy "powerpacks" compared to a decent 12volt sealed battery , similar to a bait boat size,with a £5 usb twin socket fitted.
like most of these things, they seem high priced for what function they serve.

Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #106 20 Dec 2022 16:47
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Well one of the two powerbanks i ordered has turned up today i was the one i payed about £43 quid for but looks a nice piece of kit. The cheaper one im still waiting for but did order that one afew weeks after this one so fingers crossed guys
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #107 20 Dec 2022 17:10
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i ordered mine a couple of days after yours,tracking still showing at post office of destination country
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #108 20 Dec 2022 17:43
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It will be interesting to see if there is a difference between the two.
Please let us know
Beyonce
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Post #109 20 Dec 2022 17:48
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There are many advantages, as with using LiPo or LiFePO4 batteries for other applications..

Weight vs capacity
BMS
Variation in voltage output. Many of these devices have inverters fitted for 240v AC output.
Amount of power they will deliver to the device.
Number of charging cycles in the lifetime of the battery.
The amount that you can discharge the battery each cycle.
Greybeard54
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Post #112 20 Dec 2022 19:15
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what's TP??

Regarding 240 volts, why would this be needed bankside,?
I have a small 10ah, sealed battery from a stairlift, that belonged to my late father, it must be over ten years old, on a full charge I can charge a phone 11 times with it, but never needed to more than one time, in a week and a half session, it also powers a small red bivvy led for tea making and baiting up in the darkness, I can charge the bait boat too if needs be.
you could source a similar battery for less than £30 if you shop around, and a double usb socket with voltmeter is a fiver or less. lithium for more if you really must have it, but again it seems an expensive way to do the same job.
some of these fancy power packs are mega money.
I use BMS myself.
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #113 20 Dec 2022 19:59
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Triple post
Greybeard54
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Post #114 20 Dec 2022 20:01
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ok, cheers.
Beyonce
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Post #115 20 Dec 2022 22:07
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I'm guessing your battery weighs about 3.5kg? Wouldn't bother some but to others that's too much just to charge a phone.

I wouldn't use the 240v either, but if anyone has any equipment with a wall wart style SMPS you can't use a 12v adapter.

If you want to charge most laptops you need at least 45W delivery, smaller 12v lead acid batteries won't deliver that consistently over USB C without proper BMS despite having the power available.

I don't have the use for one of these high capacity power packs either as I take a 100ah LifePo for my outboard, but for people who like to take their gadgets the advantage is there.

Greybeard54
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Post #116 20 Dec 2022 23:40
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ok, fair comment, but I come from an era where the "laptop" wasn't event invented let alone being taken fishing. [I'm talking pre bivvy/bedchair days] hell when I started it was with whole cane and greenhart.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #117 21 Dec 2022 10:23
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Mine has been at Parcel sorting for 17 days
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #118 21 Dec 2022 10:41
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Have you seen the pictures online of the sort centre's with hundreds of cages outside,well your power-pack is probably there
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #119 21 Dec 2022 11:05
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Probably right at the bottom as well!!
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #120 21 Dec 2022 12:43
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The rats will have eaten it if its at the bottom
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #121 24 Dec 2022 01:16
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Just a little update, the usb c charge port is also a fast charge and does work as a fast charge. Charged it up to 100% and so far charged my work phone and currently seeing how many times it will charge my note 10+ but all is looking good
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #122 24 Dec 2022 10:06
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sounds promising, mine might arrive by Easter
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #123 24 Dec 2022 11:43
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Which Easter is the question
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #124 24 Dec 2022 12:27
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Easter? Next World Cup at this rate!
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #125 28 Dec 2022 20:38
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Did you manage to see how many recharges you could do out of it?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #126 30 Dec 2022 10:22
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Anybody elses tracking information disappeared from the t.17track.net site? No idea how i am supposed to track the parcel now?
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #127 30 Dec 2022 10:27
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Mine has disappeared as well.
Greybeard54
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Post #128 30 Dec 2022 10:28
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Try this,

https://www.sendfromchina.com/render-tracking

Ged
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Post #129 30 Dec 2022 10:37
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My tracking has never been updated, looks like it's still waiting to be dispatched.

Estimated delivery date: Dec 4, 2022
The tracking information has not been updated yet
Click for more tracking information.

If I Click for more tracking information it shows as still being in China, or possibly en route to UK.
I'm beginning to get a bad feeling about this purchase.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #130 30 Dec 2022 11:06
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Nada! Lost in the Ether! Or the Post Office!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #131 30 Dec 2022 11:24
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I had the same thing then I found out you could put your tracking number that started with QFLTB into this website.
https://t.17track.net/
Then I could see the tracking from China to the UK. The last update was 4th December saying it was in the UK but today that tracking information has now disappeared.
My guess is that it's stuck in some Royal Mail warehouse and due to strikes they won't start looking at it until the new year.

I ordered 11th November and my delivery date is 20th January

squeezedfishy
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Post #132 31 Dec 2022 11:24
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I have found putting my tracking info into this website still works.
Shows the same info that was displayed on the 17track.net site:
https://parcelsapp.com/en/tracking/
Ged
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Post #133 31 Dec 2022 11:47
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Thanks for putting that link up. It seems that mine is at a sorting office as of 26/12, I'm quite hopefull of receiving it now.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #134 31 Dec 2022 11:56
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Good find. Thanks
Mine is showing
4th December The Destination Country Post Office receives the parcel sorting,

Oh well no one said it was going to be quick
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #135 31 Dec 2022 12:28
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My spidey senses arent tingling on this!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #136 1 Jan 2023 19:08
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As I said yesterday my last tracking was.......................
4th December The Destination Country Post Office receives the parcel sorting,

Checked it again today and I have double checked the number but it's now showing a completely different delivery. It now shows it's going to someone in France
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #137 1 Jan 2023 19:12
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I shouldn't laugh but that did make me chuckle
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #138 1 Jan 2023 20:40
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Glad I paid with paypal.
Who said using AliExpress was a doddle

Edit
Just checked 2 hours later and now it say
Recipient Сер*** Коз*** -***
Origin China
Destination Russia

I wonder where it will say next


Another Edit
Another check after another 2 hours or so and it's back in the UK to be delivered me again.
This is fun. I wonder where it will take me next.
tazi tazi
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Post #139 2 Jan 2023 08:53
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Just received a shed load of chargers.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #140 2 Jan 2023 16:44
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Cam Cam
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Post #141 3 Jan 2023 11:19
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I ended up getting a refund.

I put a case in with AliExpress as after a month nothing had been updated on the site (in My Orders) as far as I was aware it hadn't left China.
The response was to be patient (!!) as it was on it's way and at UK customs.

I got an email saying it had been delivered (it hadn't)
2 weeks after I get a proposal of a refund
5 days later I get an email from AE saying my request was invalid
Xmas day my request is now Valid, Closed and a refund was given

Not the end of the world but what a waste of time.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #142 3 Jan 2023 11:56
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On the AliExpress website it says it hasn't been sent yet.
On the https://t.17track.net it was showing as being tracked but that website no longer recognises the tracking number.
The number does show on https://parcelsapp.com/en/tracking/
But for a while the number said it was going to France then Russia and then back to the UK

Cam as matter of interest what do you get if you put your number into https://parcelsapp.com/en/tracking/

Looks like I'll be asking for a refund through AliExpress or Paypal.
Best of it is I don't really need a large power bank, I can make do with a normal chocolate bar size one. I just liked the idea of the possibility of getting a Wolf for a pittance, that's assuming it wasn't just a couple of AA batteries inside a fancy case
Cam Cam
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Post #143 3 Jan 2023 12:03
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Cam as matter of interest what do you get if you put your number into https://parcelsapp.com/en/tracking/

Comes up with nothing at all now apart from

No information about your package. We've checked all relevant couriers for «Poland». If the country is not correct, please select the destination country below.

Wasn't expecting it to now I have a refund.
What Poland has to do with it I don't know lol

Changed Poland to China and got basically the same message.
Rarebit Rarebit
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Post #144 3 Jan 2023 12:09
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Mine is showing as arrived in destination country with my details..I will let you know when it arrives..and what arrives..hopefully a working powerbank!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #145 3 Jan 2023 12:24
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In reply to Post #143
Makes you wonder if that website is a scam funded by AliExpress sellers to pretend they are sending stuff but in truth they never had the items for sale in the first place.

In reply to Post #144
Yes that's all do that
Greybeard54
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Post #146 3 Jan 2023 13:56
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Scammers require two things to operate, greed and gullibility. the internet is a good source of both.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #147 3 Jan 2023 14:17
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Cam already has his refund but thank god for Paypal

The viagra I bought the other month worked well though, sometimes it can be a cause of embarrassment as it hasn't gone down since
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #148 3 Jan 2023 16:52
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Well looking at what everyone else has put i feel greatful for getting one of the two i ordered i managed about 6 charges of a note 10+ 5G and charged my work phone too which is just some crappy samsung phone and wasnt empty but would do me on the bank for a week probs im guessing. I do feel bad that quite alot of you havent even recieved anything as was my input i to the group
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #149 3 Jan 2023 16:59
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for 30 odd quid I'll just let it rumble on,given the royal mail strikes,xmas etc and when I ordered it it did say Jan 22nd,I won't start kicking up a fuss till after that
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #150 10 Jan 2023 16:23
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10 days to go
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #151 10 Jan 2023 23:09
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Nothing to do with fishing but I ordered a low cost item (£4) yesterday from Aliexpress and in the tracking it says delivery by Feb 14th and
Economy shipping doesn't include tracking after a package has been handed to a destination country/region's carrier.

Maybe these power banks won't track after arriving in the UK
Last update I had was 4th December but now its disappeared and I can't track it all, whatever website I use.

Also can anyone find these items dead cheap on Aliexpress anymore, they seem to be around the £60 mark now.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #152 13 Jan 2023 10:10
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The title of the thread is Wolf Powerstation 60+.
Well after 60+ days I didn't receive my Wolf Powerstation copy, I've just been refunded my money in full.
To those still waiting please check whether you have waited 60 days. I'm not 100% on this, glad to be corrected but it may be that after 60 days they assume you have the item and then you have 15 days to lodge a complaint if you haven't. That's Aliexpress, I think you have 180 days if you have used Paypal.

As far as I know only one person has received the item. How's everyone else getting on.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #153 13 Jan 2023 13:04
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Still not got mine yet. Ordered 11th November 2022 so i assume that is now 60 days.
Beyonce
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Post #154 13 Jan 2023 13:07
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I guess the old adage, if it looks too good to be true..

At least it seems easy enough to get your money back though, so no harm trying it.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #155 13 Jan 2023 13:26
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Opened a dispute. See what happens. Think they may be getting a few of these.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #156 13 Jan 2023 13:27
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Wonder what the Wolf one is like?
tazi tazi
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Post #157 13 Jan 2023 15:47
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Mine came today accompanied by a dozen or so others.
colcarp
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Post #158 13 Jan 2023 15:54
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In reply to Post #153
Ordered mine on 14th Nov. Contacted them as the tracking had gone awol and was told its on the way and to wait patiently. As the 22nd is the expected delivery date, I will wait till then and go from there.
g4fne g4fne
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Post #159 13 Jan 2023 17:27
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my delivery is stated as 13th Feb ... not holding my breath though
Rarebit Rarebit
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Post #160 13 Jan 2023 18:09
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I think I am more excited about what might turn up than the power bank..my dad ordered a rod case a few weeks ago and received an oven glove
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #161 13 Jan 2023 19:48
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In case anyone is interested my delivery date was Jan 20th. But my Buyer Protection period was 60 days and that finished yesterday. So rather than wait until the 20th I disputed.

I suggest people check their Buyer Protection period and dispute as soon as that comes up rather than the estimated delivery date. Especially if you can't track your order, I could initially but it disappeared.


colcarp
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Post #162 13 Jan 2023 23:25
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Will send Ali another msg tomorrow and see what he comes back with
Teddybare
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Post #163 13 Jan 2023 23:36
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Dear Mr Aliexpress user,

I'm Nigerian prince billionair Papa Shango.

Im needing to birth $20 million for you a reward to house Papa's dollor six month, all interests become yours.

please send

sort code
bank account number
3 didget number
and mothers maiden name

to

mugmeoffpapa.shango@nigerianbt.co.ng

I can see the US, EU and the UK banning access to Ali Express in the next few years for security reasons.
colcarp
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Post #164 14 Jan 2023 00:35
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In reply to Post #157
Have you got mine🤔🙈
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #165 14 Jan 2023 10:29
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Hmmmmm.......Hello friend! Your package is in transit and will arrive soon.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #166 14 Jan 2023 13:19
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What date did you place your order?

Ask him for the tracking details.
Can you see it on http://parcelsapp.com/

tazi tazi
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Post #167 14 Jan 2023 14:25
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In reply to Post #164
Wasn't actually in when they were delivered so the delivery driver filled up what was otherwise an empty wheelie bin, so the chances are I've got it.
colcarp
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Post #168 14 Jan 2023 14:44
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In reply to Post #167
If you wld be so kind send one/mine my way😉🤣
colcarp
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Post #169 14 Jan 2023 14:48
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In reply to Post #166
No details available for mine other than its in the UK and at the PO🙈🙄
Rarebit Rarebit
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Post #170 14 Jan 2023 17:20
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As far as I know the tracking stops at the PO as the service changes
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #171 14 Jan 2023 17:29
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I think you are right.
Last update I got it was on 4th December saying it was in the country. After that I checked regularly and there was no change. Then about a week ago the tracking number was not recognised. Doesn't matter now as I have a refund but I'd be interested to see if that's the experience of others.
tazi tazi
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Post #172 14 Jan 2023 22:56
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In reply to Post #168
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #173 15 Jan 2023 09:41
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I questioned why the tracking info had disappeared,I was happy to wait for it to be delivered but I've had a refund today in full.
squeezedfishy
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Post #174 15 Jan 2023 10:25
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Likewise, tracking info has vanished but Paypal have now refunded me.
You win some, you lose some on Aliexpress!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #175 15 Jan 2023 14:17
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So we are all a bit disappointed but not out of pocket.
What I find hard to understand is how did all these items just disappear, I can understand one or two but all of them?
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #176 15 Jan 2023 14:37
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I think the back log with royal mail has a big part to play in this,it's a shame as I was happy to wait longer but when I questioned the tracking had disappeared they auto refunded me today
colcarp
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Post #177 15 Jan 2023 15:00
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In reply to Post #171
No refund here yet and ordered on Nov 14th
Beyonce
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Post #178 15 Jan 2023 15:01
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In reply to Post #177
I don't think you will get a refund until you flag that it hasn't arrived/can't be tracked.
tazi tazi
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Post #179 15 Jan 2023 16:05
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I guess those post working picketers require some form of electric whilst on the picket lines.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #180 15 Jan 2023 20:15
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In reply to Post #176
So where are they now, if they are stuck in a Royal Mail warehouse there's still a chance they could get delivered? Or was they all sent it back, it's still a bit of a mystery where they are now.

@Colcarp I ordered 11th November. If you dispute I reckon you'll get refunded.

I can't remember for sure but I think I read after 60 days they assume you have the item. If you haven't then you have 15 days to tell them. I've tried to find where I read it but I can't. Maybe I imagined it.
colcarp
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Post #181 15 Jan 2023 20:41
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I disputed and was told to wait. I remember seeing the 22nd being mentioned but cant find that now.There is no link to the shop in question on AX as well now🤷‍♂️ Will be onto PP in the morning to hopefully get my pennies back
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #182 15 Jan 2023 22:31
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I don't think you have to contact PayPal just yet. Just dispute it in Aliexpress and I think you'll get far quicker than going through the PayPal process.
Or maybe do both?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #183 16 Jan 2023 09:34
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The seller has put forward a proposal of no refund and asked me to wait so i have just rejected it.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #184 16 Jan 2023 09:44
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A reply already - Hello, the buyer's package has arrived. Please go and sign for it. Buyers can also be here http://111.230.15.119:8082/en/trackIndex.htm The platform queries the logistics information. Please cancel the dispute. Thank you

Rejected again.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #185 16 Jan 2023 10:20
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I'm so glad I didn't order one of these now
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #186 16 Jan 2023 10:48
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In reply to Post #185
I have asked the seller to explain how i am supposed to pick my parcel up when there is no tracking information anymore and i do not know where the parcel is!

Told them to refund me or i will take up a case with a higher authority. I know its only 30 bucks but its the principle!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #187 16 Jan 2023 10:55
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Sounds like you are contacting seller direct. Try opening a dispute with Aliexpress so their customer service is involved and bypassing the seller.

Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #188 16 Jan 2023 11:08
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Just checked on Aliexpress site and its coming up as in progress.
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #189 16 Jan 2023 11:37
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i think if anyones prepared to wait it will turn up,I wanted to wait and was only querying where the tracking details were/had gone....I actually wanted to wait as I think they'll turn up once royal mail have cleared their back log.
braders1978 braders1978
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Post #190 16 Jan 2023 11:59
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In reply to Post #189
Alot of the parcels/letters in the backlog have gone for good
Mattsaunders
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Post #191 16 Jan 2023 12:21
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Paypal just gave me a refund on mine.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #192 16 Jan 2023 13:34
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This is what I don't get Andy. If the parcels are somewhere in the UK what has happened to them.
There's a very very slim chance that someone will one day find them in a Royal Mail warehouse and get them sent.
Have they already been sent back to China, would the tracking show this?
It's all a mystery.

@Braders
Where have they gone if they have gone for good?
I know the likes of Evri and Yodel lose/steal/auction stuff but this was going to be delivered by Royal Mail, I know RM are not perfect but there's too many parcels even for them to lose.
g4fne g4fne
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Post #193 16 Jan 2023 13:51
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In reply to Post #189
Possible .... but just as unlikely .... ive had two parcels sent by royal mail from before christmas that have been confirmed as lost
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #194 16 Jan 2023 16:09
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In reply to Post #152
Well i recieved the one i payed £55 for the one that i got for cheap still hasnt turned up so today i applied for a refund from ali express. We will see how that goes.

On the one that has arrived it does seam a decent unit.

On regards all the cheap ones on ali express they have gone but there are ones up for the price the of the one that actually turned up for me. Hope everyone gets a refund and its a shame ali express didnt give everyone a 'wolf' powerbank
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #195 16 Jan 2023 17:18
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In reply to Post #161
Where did you find your buyer protection period?
colcarp
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Post #196 16 Jan 2023 17:57
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In reply to Post #189
If you go to postal.ninja web site and enter ur tracking details it will tell u where the item is. On 'speaking' on line with AX they advise to go to ur local PO/Sorting office see what the score is and then go from there.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #197 16 Jan 2023 18:03
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In reply to Post #196
Last entry - Dec 04, 2022, 08:56 The Destination Country Post Office receives the parcel sorting.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #198 16 Jan 2023 19:38
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In reply to Post #195
Now I've been refunded most of the order details are no longer visible.
I just have 60 days in my mind, after 60 days they assume you have the item, if you haven't you have 15 days to dispute. Maybe I'm imagining it.

There's a bit here
3. Buyer Protection Period: the number of days (appearing/confirmed on the product listing page at the time when the Eligible Member completed the purchase from the seller on AliExpress) which the seller guarantees the Eligible Member that it would receive the goods and/or services ordered from the seller, start counting from the day the Eligible Member completes such purchase on AliExpress.

Sorry if that don't help, it's the best I can do
colcarp
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Post #199 18 Jan 2023 10:47
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Having 'spoken' to AX yesterday I went to the local RM Sorting Office today and was told the following....The tracking number provided for their systems is not of sufficient length and therefore not recognised. When an item arrives into their system from abroad, it is given a UK Post Office reference number in order to track and deliver to the customer...as this is not the case with these items ( in mine and your case) I doubt it very much that we will be getting it any time soon, if at all. As i have contacted AX a few times now they has prioritised my case for investigation. If you are not aware you can get to 'speak' to somebody online at AX by following the details given in a video on Youtube 'how to bypass EVA and get a real person.....it works just follow the instruction in the clip. Hope this helps....
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #200 18 Jan 2023 15:37
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Not heard anything back from seller or AX. I shall leave till monday as that will be after the delivery date and if nothing appears then i shall get onto Paypal.
colcarp
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Post #201 19 Jan 2023 08:48
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Refunded by AX following my contact with them. Payment received within 24hrs of my last contact. Follow the steps in the YouTube clip in order to deal with customer services as opposed to 'speaking' with the Evi bot
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #202 19 Jan 2023 09:07
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In reply to Post #201
Just been given a refund. Last time i buy anything from China!
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #203 19 Jan 2023 10:47
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Nothing to do with fishing but I ordered a small cost item of £4 from Aliexpress on 9th January and I get regular tracking updates by email. Latest one was this morning saying it is out for delivery today with Evri. Just got to hope Evri don't **** it up
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #204 19 Jan 2023 11:26
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Hmmmm.....Evri.
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #205 19 Jan 2023 16:29
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It's been delivered. As I say not fishing related, it's a LED light controller that's no longer available in the UK so had to buy it from China.
Cost was £4.11 and took 10 days to arrive, I think that's pretty darn good
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #206 20 Jan 2023 14:59
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Ordered a 36000mah power bank yesterday from Amazon. Just turned up. £32.

Up yours Aliexpress!!
Grolly_81 Grolly_81
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Post #207 24 Jan 2023 00:12
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Got a refund on my cheaper powerbank, dont think it was ever sent or they even had them in stock to begin with. Hate sellers like this
strawberryblond
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Post #208 24 Jan 2023 05:17
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In reply to Post #207
I've just requested a refund due to no show
alpha-male
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Post #209 24 Jan 2023 09:32
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Mine has been in the UK since 26th December and from there no trace. Had no correspondence and cant request a refund for another 5 days as the seller states its posted. TBF it cost £18 so im not sweating and it was bought as a backup for a second setup.
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #210 24 Jan 2023 10:05
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Just for fun, since I said early in the thread that I'd hold off as don't believe the hype of the specs to ££ of these Ali express power banks in this chat, I've had two of the below delivered next day from amazon for a total of £26 ish all in (for both, not each)

Iniu fast charge



Ged
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Post #211 24 Jan 2023 10:09
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Tracking claims mine has been in a UK sorting office since 26-12-22. I contacted the seller to request a refund on Saturday, but it still shows message unread. I'm beginning to think I've thrown my money away, which I knew was a distinct possibility when I made the order.
Spike Spike
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Post #212 24 Jan 2023 10:12
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Mine was refunded this morning. Didn't even request it
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #213 24 Jan 2023 10:17
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In reply to Post #211
Was it a message you sent to the seller, if it was open a dispute instead.
Everyone so far is getting their money, I'm sure you will.
Ged
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Post #214 24 Jan 2023 11:12
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In reply to Post #213
Yes, it was a message via the "contact seller" button. How do I open a dispute? I paid by debit card rather than paypal.
The_Andyman The_Andyman
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Post #215 24 Jan 2023 11:22
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Go into your orders, select the order for this, then open order details and there should be an option "open dispute"
Ged
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Post #216 24 Jan 2023 11:33
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Thanks, found it, and have opened dispute. It seems the seller has until 05-02-23 to respond.
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #217 25 Jan 2023 10:19
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I opened a dispute and they told me to wait. I rejected this and then they told me my package was ready to be collected. I asked where am i supposed to pick it up from as there is no longer any tracking information. I rejected again and received my refund within 2 days.
alpha-male
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Post #218 26 Jan 2023 08:51
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I've just been refunded. I have had deliveries from ALi express on several items within the allotted time. But I have now had a couple no shows. TBF the refunds are straightforward and you do get the money back less pennies for delivery costs. I've just ordered a smart watch that I've seen selling for over £200 and picked it up for £10. I will wait with trepidation...
g4fne g4fne
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Post #219 26 Jan 2023 14:23
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Are you guys gettng an email confirmation when refund processed or do you just keep chwcking for updates?
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #220 27 Jan 2023 09:52
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In reply to Post #219
Yes, i got an email from Aliexpress.
benson5808 benson5808
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Post #221 28 Jan 2023 18:02
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Still waiting for refund should have been delivered 20-1 -23 .Got to talk to someone at ali ,they told me as i had put a dispute in with Paypal there was nothing they could do ,but if i was too cancel dispute and wait 7 days they might be able to help .Waiting for reply from Paypal .
Has anyone else had loads of spam e-mails since attempting to buy this ,i must get at least 6 a day never had one before ,me thinks they have sold my e-mail address .
secret-agent secret-agent
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Post #222 28 Jan 2023 18:32
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I've never had to request a refund or had any other kind of issue when buying online so was pleasantly surprised when I went on PayPal, clicked the 'I haven't received this item' button and the money was refunded in approximately 2 seconds with no questions!

And yes, I also receive a significant amount of daily spam emails since I placed my order in November, I mark them all as spam but they keep coming
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #223 30 Jan 2023 11:09
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I deleted my account which has stopped the daily bombardment of emails from them.
benson5808 benson5808
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Post #224 30 Jan 2023 11:14
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Im just waiting for my refund from paypal / Ali then i will delete my Ali account /app . 10 spam emails yesterday .
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #225 30 Jan 2023 11:43
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In reply to Post #224
I'm keeping my account for time being. I needed something not fishing related, I couldn't find it in the UK so bought on Aliexpress dirt cheap and it came within two weeks.
I get one email a day sometimes two, I can handle that.
AndyClark AndyClark
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Post #226 30 Jan 2023 12:03
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just unsunscribe from the email lists,thays what I done
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #227 30 Jan 2023 14:28
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Once bitten for me usually. Ill never use a company again that i have had to request a refund from.
g4fne g4fne
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Post #228 30 Jan 2023 17:16
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just unsubscribe if you dont want the emails .... Some proper drama queens
Tinhead Tinhead
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Post #229 30 Jan 2023 23:43
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In reply to Post #227
Surely with all companies you have to ask for a refund?

I'll give you an example ebay, if your item doesn't turn up you open a dispute and if it's not sorted you get a refund.

Only time I can think you don't have to ask is when you place an order with a company and it's not in stock.
Ged
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Post #230 3 Feb 2023 10:36
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Having a bit of a nightmare with Ali express. I opened a dispute, where I was told to go and collect it, but couldn't tell me where from. Now they are telling me to return the item I haven't received by 13-02-23, with no option to respond except for me to to give the name of the carrier and tracking number I'm sending it back with.
Had a message conversation with Ali Express customer service. Their first response was that I had to get proof it wasn't delivered. Eventually they confirmed the tracking number I'd been given was invalid. The conversation finished by them telling me I'd have to wait until the dispute finished and contact them again.
colcarp
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Post #231 3 Feb 2023 12:10
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In reply to Post #230
Check my earlier post where I got to 'speak' to customer services. There is a YT clip showing how you can bypass the usual customer service page and get the issue resolved. Got my refund within 48hrs of sorting it by this way.
Ged
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Post #232 3 Feb 2023 12:23
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In reply to Post #231
Thanks, I'll look into this. Did you speak to someone in China?
colcarp
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Post #233 3 Feb 2023 14:10
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In reply to Post #232
No idea. It was real time chat didn't actually speak verbally to them. But got it sorted😉
Ged
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Post #234 3 Feb 2023 14:53
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In reply to Post #233
Ahh, missunderstood you there. Sounds like what I went through this morning. I've kept a copy of the "conversation" and have been given a conversation ID number, so at least I can reference it when I get back in touch.
benson5808 benson5808
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Post #235 3 Feb 2023 18:53
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In reply to Post #234
Have got my refund from paypal today . Just to clarify my comment about spam email ,they were not coming from ali so couldn't unsubscribe from them . They were supposdly coming from Tescos, Amazon, Norton, UPS etc etc ,Not one was addressed to Darryl but all to Dear @my email address . There was a unsubscribe link but being a Drama Queen wasnt going to chance clicking on it .
SteveTanner
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Post #236 6 Feb 2023 13:39
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In reply to Post #152
Just received my refund today via Paypal
g4fne g4fne
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Post #237 6 Feb 2023 17:34
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Got my refund today also
alpha-male
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Post #240 7 Feb 2023 15:21
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Looking at this, my power pack made it to the UK before tracking information dried up. Current legislation prohibits the postage of batteries within the UK without the correct labeling and protection. Do you think this could be the reason why we haven't had these?
SteveTanner
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Post #241 8 Feb 2023 10:56
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In reply to Post #240
Had the same with mine - but never turned up. I'm guessing that they were not sent. Claimed a refund via Paypal.
strawberryblond
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Post #242 10 Feb 2023 13:36
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In reply to Post #241
Refunded today via PayPal
Fivenil Fivenil
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Post #243 31 Aug 2023 18:52
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Did anybody ever buy one of these? Been having a google around today and everywhere seems to be sold out.
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