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R43DS.org has a rating of 1.6 stars from 112 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about R43DS.org most frequently mention credit card, customer service, and tracking number problems. R43DS.org ranks 70th among Video Game Accessories sites.
I would have to agree with Ernest below, there must have been an ownership change or something similar. I got my order in two and a half weeks, which is pretty quick considering it was coming from China and I made the purchase the week before Christmas. Exactly what I ordered, no credit card issues. I would absolutely recommend them. Answered all of my messages quickly (and I sent one probably every 3 days or so) and had great customer service.
I ordered my r4 in April 2022, 27 months later, I can still see my order awaiting shipment on their website. They dont care. They just keep their website up, cash money and do nothing.
Let me tell you my whole story.
I purchased the r4gold on October 3,2015. I gave them updates for ten days and twenty one days out. I let them know I have not received my package and asked for updates.
They replied to me; now, I was courteous to them. I was sure I was never getting it until one day in January they replied (without me asking for more info) saying that they were going to send it out again.
My question at that time was: if they were a scam, why bother to contact me months later when I showed no signs of fighting to get my money back? I had written them off as a scam at the time.
Lo and behold I finally receive it today, February 6 2016.
They said they are based out of Canada, but it is clear they work with a dealer in China, or lying completely. The package was from China.
I almost feel I got mine because I did nothing to antagonize them. Of course this is no way to do busieness; people are frustrated. And I wonder if people dont get their packages from calling them out. They don't have the supply in Canada at all.
I will also say that the version I got is not the one I purchased. I got a plain looking r4 that does mention its from 2016. At this point, knowing it cost me 23 dollars, I am satisfied. I got something instead of nothing.
My review is only to help those who have purchased before checking them out. There is hope. Otherwise? Please stay clear of them. Guaranteeing 21 business days and taking 2 months to give anyone any kind of update is inconsiderable and not the way you should do business. Also, not giving the item purchased is just wrong.
I just hope mine works.
Some other reviews on here are accusing customers of "impatience". Now I can understand this when you refer to eBay bidders who expect their item NOW NOW NOW NOW NOW, but seriously, I ordered my item at the end of May and still nothing.
I was fed the same excuses as everyone else (supply delay of 10 days so it took them 10 days to even ship, supposedly). I waited the "7-21 working days" that they told me, it's been at least 6 weeks since then and still nothing. I've emailed them a few times and had nothing in response, and I feel stupid and ripped off, I can't believe I didn't check this out before I ordered. I dun goofed.
So take this as warning, look into each site carefully before you order. Yes, some international items can take a long time to arrive, but even being kind, there is something very suspect with this site.
I ordered a different cart from somewhere called Flashlinker, who are based in Germany. I received my cart within 5 days (I am in the EU). Looks like it's run by 1 dude who is incredibly helpful and quick to respond. Yes, you'll be suspicious if you're here already, just look it up, I found it through several different recommendations, and I just wanted to save people some time!
Tip for consumers:
Don't use it. Try Flashlinker, or try Googling carefully for an alternate site, check each site that you might potentially buy from for any issues.
Dont bother.
I've been waiting 2 months. Communication is poor.
I didn't get my item.
Items are not sent tracked/recorded.
Just flush your money down the toilet instead.
UPDATE March, 2017: I have now ordered from them 2 more times and each time they delivered exactly what was ordered. Looks like they use a new shipping method too, as it came both time via ePacket, and took about 8-10 days to arrive for both of the orders. Would recommend this shop to anyone (and have!)
I'm Pleased to say I had a very good experience with R4 3DS. I was really very worried after placing my order and then stumbling on this site here with the reviews. It had been about 2-3 weeks since I placed my order, and the status was not updated on my order at all.
I contacted them and they informed me that the order was on the way but that they were unable to update all of the order statuses at the time of shipment for some upgrade reason (sorry, I'm not a techie). I waited another week and nothing, then was contemplating disputing the order. But the very next day my R4 arrived with the mail man at the door. People (including myself) have to be a little bit more patient. I normally do not order from web sites internationally but can say this this experience was good, and other than it taking a bit longer to arrive than I would have liked, it DID arrive and the R4 is every bit as good as they state it is on the store page.
I think we forget that it takes time for packages to come in the mail and if it is coming internationally then it will take a little bit longer to arrive.
Beware of this website, I ordered an R$ card for my son two weeks ago and it is still "Awaiting Shipment", I can't find any information on them in google either
r43ds.org is a scam site. They gladly took my money and didn't deliver. As it turns out, no one who has ordered from them has ever received anything.
Ordered a card a month ago, says awaiting shipment, but never shipped. Customer service will not get back to me.
YOU WILL GET YOUR ORDER, IT TAKES TIME AND PATIENCE...(I ordered 2 R43DS cards, one for me and one for my wife, I ORDERED JULY 13th and I received them both on SEPT. 28th - a long wait, but they arrived!) The truth is most people do not come back to these sites to change their negative review once they receive their card, they are babies who want things that are hard to make/get right away or they cry about it. People need to understand that the R43DS requires firmware updates that continuously evolve and are addressed by R43DS.ORG, however time takes time... THIS IS NOT AMAZON, YOU CAN NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT IN A STORE LIKE TOYS R US OR GAMESTOP, it is a cart that opens your 3DS to utilize all sorts of shareware and freeware, I love drawing on mine now using Phidias and Colors! This card is worth the wait AND THE SITE IS NOT A SCAM, IT IS LEGIT!
Very bad site, looks legit but ordering weeks ago my order is still on "Awaiting shipment". They are NOT legit!
Same story as all the others. Wish I had read the reviews here first. Gonna try a charge back. Where is the 0 stars option?
The shipping as described by others earlier is a bit slow, but they are friendly and helpful. The product is first class, works great.
Tip for consumers:
I can recommend this site, they have quality products.
Con con site is fake but looks good gives you confirmation no tracking numbers and all emails bounce back now have to contact bank to get money back AVOID
Experienced sucked erased my sign in so i can't review my order status. Den of theives and liars. Stay away
I ordered a product in June - it's now September and I have not received my product. Absolutely outrageous - do not purchase from this website!
Ordered my stuff several weeks ago and I have written them everyway imaginable. THEY WILL NOT REPLY. Is appalling and insulting! DO NOT BUY FROM OR YOU WILL BE SORRY!
http://www.r43ds.org/ took payment and received nothing... had to claim back payment... scam artist, wish i had read about the company first.
Never got my card, they never answer my emails... DONT BUY ANYTHING TO THESE PEOPLE...
How can a file a report on them with the police? Somebody got to do something... where are them?
They refuse to respond to my emails. They asked me what my order number is and when I tell them, they stop talking. These guys are scammers.
Wish I had found this site before ordering. Took my money, still says 'awaiting shipping'. Emailed 4 times, no response. KEEP AWAY FROM THESE B******S
How long does it take before payment is finally received? I've ordered from other sites and payment is received within 2 minutes!
Great price and excellent communication. Any queries I had were answered quickly and resolved. The cards I got work great and kids are happy.
Ordered in March 2021, it's now August. Items never received. No responses to email or messages through the webpage. Complete scammers
Tip for consumers:
Avoid this site
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Took my credit card payment immediately, then order said "awaiting shipment" for over a month. I contacted them numerous times, and got no response.
I put my order on June 3rd 2017 I receive in my united state mailbox 6/18. I am happy with the r43ds site
Basic summary (TL; DR): They are legit, but it takes forever to get your purchase. I would not recommend you buying from them, but if you are like me and already have, you will have to wait a few weeks, even months, to get your package. Or you can just get your money back through your bank. Just know that they are not scammers.
So, I ordered my bundle of r4 cards (3 total) sometime in late September 2015. I got all 3 r4s for just less than $30. It was a steal, so I got it. I happily placed my order and waited patiently for it for a few weeks. After a few weeks, I was wondering where my r4s were, and I decided to leave them a message asking when they'd arrive, and if there was a delay, to at least let me know. However, no response. After looking online, Many people stated that they were a scam, but there were some who actually got their orders, though it was received very late. I had come to terms with my stupid purchase, though it was my fault for not researching earlier, so I let it go this once.
After a few months, it had completely slipped my mind that I even ordered them, but one day, after sorting through my emails, I noticed that I actually got an email from them stating that my purchase was now being shipped and on the way. I was surprised to see that they even got back to me, but I figure it wouldn't arrive anyway, so I just got rid of the message.
However, today, 2/9/2016, I received my package in the mail. And personally, I am relieved that they are not scammers. It just takes a long time to get the package through customs and such. They are legit, but it is a GRUELINGLY slow process that I wouldn't recommend going through.
UPDATE (2/14/2016): The product is legitimate, as well. I ordered in 2015, but received the legit 2016 version. So if you were worried about quality of product, it is the real deal.
Tip for consumers:
If you are ok with waiting months for a purchase, then feel free. I did get my r4s at a low price, so I am not complaining. Just be wary and patient if you want to buy from here. And by patient, I mean REALLY, REALLY PATIENT.
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