Shaws Department Stores is an Irish-owned retailer that offers a diverse range of products, including homewares, beauty items, women's clothing, men's apparel, and children's fashion. The company operates both online and through 15 local stores across Ireland, providing customers with the convenience of free delivery on orders over €80 and options for click and collect from their retail locations. The target market for Shaws includes individuals and families seeking quality home and lifestyle products, as well as beauty enthusiasts looking for popular brands. With a focus on delivering an extensive selection of items at competitive prices, Shaws aims to cater to a wide variety of consumer needs, making it a go-to destination for home improvement, fashion, and gift shopping.
Shaws Department Stores generally receives high praise for its excellent customer service and prompt delivery, with many reviewers highlighting the helpfulness of staff and the ease of online ordering. Customers express satisfaction with their purchases, noting that items arrive quickly and in good condition.
However, some consumers report significant issues with online shopping, citing frustrations over long wait times and order cancellations due to stock discrepancies. A few reviewers mention negative experiences with refunds and the inefficiency of the online system compared to competitors. Despite these complaints, the majority of feedback reflects a positive shopping experience, emphasizing the quality of service and product satisfaction. Overall, Shaws Department Stores maintains a strong reputation among its customers.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 4.5 | 163 | 100% | -0.2 | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review Aug 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24 | 4.8 | 5 |
| Oct 24 | 4.0 | 3 |
| Nov 24 | 5.0 | 4 |
| Dec 24 | 3.1 | 8 |
| Jan 25 | 3.3 | 4 |
| Feb 25 | 4.0 | 5 |
| Mar 25 | 5.0 | 4 |
| Apr 25 | 5.0 | 1 |
| May 25 | 3.7 | 6 |
| Jun 25 | — | 0 |
| Jul 25 | 4.2 | 5 |
| Aug 25 | 4.0 | 4 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 163 most recent reviews.
“Prompt service, very happy with my purchases”
“This store shows very little respect to their customers by accepting orders and taking the funds in advance when they...”
Same method for every company: overall rating, legitimacy checks, the average rating of reviews mentioning each area and the 6-month trend · Department Stores.
| Company | Overall | Legit | Service | Delivery | Quality | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4.5 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | +7% | 163 |
| 1.3 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | 1.2 out of 5 (poor) | — | 1,000 | |
| 2.9 out of 5 (fair) | 100 out of 100 | 2.5 out of 5 (poor) | 1.3 out of 5 (poor) | 1.9 out of 5 (poor) | +4% | 1,000 | |
| 4.9 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 5.0 out of 5 (good) | 4.9 out of 5 (good) | 4.9 out of 5 (good) | +2% | 397 | |
| 2.6 out of 5 (poor) | 100 out of 100 | 2.2 out of 5 (poor) | 2.7 out of 5 (poor) | 3.0 out of 5 (fair) | +12% | 368 |
Bottom line: Shaws Department Stores is #2 of 5 on overall rating in this group. On service, Red Run scores higher (5.0 vs 4.6).
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I recently visited the Limerick Shaws store & staff member Annemarie helped me she was so efficient pleasant & friendly & went over & beyond to make sure I got the correct item. Annemarie is an great asset to shaws & deserves recognition as her customer service was outstanding thanks Annemarie
Received the wrong order and requested it to be picked up to get a refund. I couldn't be told the pick up time so I waited all day from early morning for it to arrive. Was told the order failed so have no idea what happened. Still need the order to be picked up so I can get refund. Total nightmare
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Ordered my sandals, arrived two days later. Superb service. Delighted. So easy
Ordered an item from the website which was marked as a Medium, I received a small medium and when I contacted 'Customer Service' they at the same time told me they had fixed the mistake on the website, while also explaining there was nothing wrong and I wasn't entitled to a refund unless I paid to return it. I had already paid the delivery charge and to return, would have to pay the postage fee too. Avoid shopping here, as if you get sent the wrong items you'll be out of pocket yourself to rectify Shaws error.
Service, returns, excellent in all transactions I have had with you
Well I bought something from Shaws just recently, that unfortunately was unsuitable for my needs and I can honestly say the staff were completely understandable and made a full refund immediately. It was my fault so had nothing to do with them but unquestionably they looked after me.
Fast delivery of Mango coat and delighted to have discount as well.
fast delivery easy process online
Prompt service, kept up to date as order was processed, very pleased with my purchase and fast delivery.
Excellent service. Great quality product.
Horrible online order customer, not only do they take ages to update the order information but I have had multiple times them canceling my order without reason when I’ve been waiting on them for days to send me my order updates. I would only be notified after I email them asking where my order is and they just blatantly reply by saying ‘your order will be refunded’ without any explanation. They confirm the order, charge my card and then sit on it for it for days until I email them for a follow up only to get a reply that they’ll be refunding me. Highly unprofessional!
Very efficient
Where to start, I went in to book an appointment for some individual eyelashes. First at Christmas she kept working I presumed she did not hear me! I just thought she was busy. I went in last week and she told me to go to Linda maher "it's cheaper" so now at this point refused me an appointment three times. I didn't get the blatent discrimination till the third refusal of an appointment. I'm disabled so I don't know if it was the disability or she judged I was to low class and suggested Linda maher! Her estimation not mine I will add of Linda maher salon (cheap). I'm considering legal action against shaws. They are under a rebrand all under one roof so to speak hair outfit eyelashes makeup. When you have a few judgemental sales staff looking at a person that's disabled, making paying customers uncomfortable and denying service. I will consult my solicitor for legal advice against shaws blatent discrimination. It's not the first time a sales woman was rude there's two others was quite openly hostile when I asked for assistance plus the eyelash woman, quite a pattern emerging mainly with two women of the sales staff that's there years. At the very least the manager will need to have a chat with the jaded so called customer service sales people . In saying that there is more good sales persons than bad in shaws mainly a small platinum haired gorgeous woman don't know her name will update when I do that goes beyond to chat and assist and one of the counter girls is exceptionally helpful she wears a hairband will find out your names and update. I will update if and when I seek legal advice for the discrimination. This is shaws of carlow .
Shaws Department Stores is an Irish-owned retailer that offers a diverse range of products, including homewares, beauty items, women's clothing, men's apparel, and children's fashion. The company operates both online and through 15 local stores across Ireland, providing customers with the convenience of free delivery on orders over €80 and options for click and collect from their retail locations. The target market for Shaws includes individuals and families seeking quality home and lifestyle products, as well as beauty enthusiasts looking for popular brands. With a focus on delivering an extensive selection of items at competitive prices, Shaws aims to cater to a wide variety of consumer needs, making it a go-to destination for home improvement, fashion, and gift shopping.
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