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Reviews & Experiences

Customers often highlight fast, hands-on support for troubleshooting and replacement parts. Build kits and replica engines usually arrive well packed, with precise fit and finish. Shoppers also mention clear product pages, an easy webshop, and solid tracking. A few complaints point to missing stock alerts and occasional defective parts.

Overview & Key Metrics

Review count
41
Sources
trustpilot.com, Collected.reviews
Last updated
March 2026

What reviewers often mention

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Service quality

Many reviews name individual staff and describe fast, practical help. Buyers say replacement parts ship quickly and that they get detailed assembly guidance. This kind of support shows up again and again.

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Value for money

Few reviews talk directly about price. Some customers call the kits educational and say they bought again, which suggests they see good value. Reviews do not point to discounts or clear complaints about cost.

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User experience

Several reviewers mention an easy-to-use webshop, clear product pages, and reliable tracking updates. Some buyers also note short assembly times and useful display stands or carts. Comments about usability appear steadily in feedback about the site and products.

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Product quality

Many reviews say the kits feel well made, parts fit properly, and engines run on arrival. People also note secure packaging and, at times, extra items included. A small number report defective parts, such as a dead battery.

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Communication

Most feedback mentions quick replies, shipping updates, and proactive follow-up. One reviewer says they were not told an item was out of stock before ordering. That stock-alert issue comes up rarely compared with the many positive notes about communication.

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Overall experience

Most reviews show strong satisfaction and repeat buying by hobbyists and families. A small share of lower ratings ties to delivery or inventory issues. Overall, people focus on dependable products and responsive support, with occasional operational slips.

All Reviews

For each review, the core experience based on original source reviews.

All Reviews

Sources: Trustpilot (40) ยท Collected.reviews (1) ยท Quotes shortened ยท As of: March 2026

Barry A. Foster service

Excellent service; Lucas resolved missing parts and earned loyalty.

“Lucas went above and beyond to help me when I was missing parts for my project.”

Feb 15, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Ken Gilbert quality

Products usually arrive well packaged; one battery arrived dead on arrival.

“products have arrived well packaged and just what I ordered.”

Feb 05, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Doron service

EngineDIY promptly sent replacement parts and provided a hi-res manual.

“replacement parts were sent immediately free of charge.”

Feb 03, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Gregg Berkowitz service

Lucas and Rebacca provided constant communication and quick replacement shipments.

“Amazing customer service.”

Feb 02, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Daniel Hoffmeister service

Lucas helped identify and replace a faulty component; model now runs.

“Lucas worked with me until the faulty component was realized and EngineDIY replaced it for me.”

Feb 02, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Robert experience

Positive experience purchasing engines; satisfied with products and awaiting another.

“My experience so far with EngineDIY has been great.”

Jan 27, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Stefan Boyd quality

Loved the Trent 900 replica's detail and quick shipping.

“I love the attention to detail and how quick it shipped”

Jan 27, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Bernd Langstrof usability

Webshop provided excellent tracking and the product met quality expectations.

“State of the Art Web Shop experience”

Jan 21, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Chad Gurley service

Customer service helped throughout a delayed order process.

“customer service helped me through the entire process!”

Jan 17, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Jared Lopez experience

Enginediy offers great products and helpful communication, earning loyalty.

“Enginediy is my go-to for all of my model building purchases”

Jan 13, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
WayneN quality

V12 kit arrived well packaged; building was enjoyable and quality excellent.

“The V12โ€™s kit was beautifully packaged, and all parts were easy to find.”

Jan 08, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Iconic Flight quality

Model delivered quickly; solid build and enjoyable for family.

“Quick delivery, solidly built model, fun educational fun for the family.”

Jan 08, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Greg Rowe experience

Cison 44cc V8 exceeded expectations; overall purchase was great.

“My purchase from Enginediy has been a great experience”

Jan 06, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Earl Shamwell quality

DOC V-8 kit parts fit well and assembly is enjoyable.

“The kit parts fit perfectly”

Jan 04, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Steve Halsey usability

Stirling kit arrived promptly, well-made, and assembled in under an hour.

“It took me less than an hour to assemble”

Jan 04, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Sallier service

Enginediy quickly sent a replacement after carrier lost the original.

“enginediy quickly sent me a replacement.”

Jan 04, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
randal Pollard service

Missing gear was promptly replaced and fit perfectly.

“Within a reasonable time I received the part and it was the perfect fit.”

Jan 04, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Joyce service

Lucas responded immediately to damaged item and sent a replacement.

“Lucas is the exemplar of superior customer service.”

Jan 03, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
Peter Schwartz service

Responsive support from Lucas encouraged repeat purchases.

“Lucas was exceptionally responsive to my issues.”

Jan 01, 2026 ยท trustpilot.com
fat panda service

Team answered questions quickly and dispatched needed parts promptly.

“the team responded very quickly”

Dec 27, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
R. D. Davison service

EngineDIY promptly replaced damaged parts and communicated shipping updates.

“I can't thank Alice and the Engine DIY team enough!”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
David quality

Received a top-quality product and quick follow-up for a defect.

“top quality product”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Dart communication

Seller provided excellent communication and prompt, secure shipping.

“Excellent communication”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Robert Rodda service

Extremely helpful communication and outstanding customer service.

“communication was the best right off the bat”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
matthew david service

Company offers very good service and a wide product selection.

“Very good service tons of products to choose from”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Jared Lopez service

EngineDIY sent missing LEDs after notification; assembly progressing well.

“I notified EngineDIY and they have sent them to me”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Sean Beever usability

Display cart is detailed and functions well to showcase my engine.

“Cart is very detailed and works great to display my engine.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Mario Lafortune usability

Website is easy to use with clear, accurate product information.

“Easy to use website with clear and accurate information about the products.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
MVG quality

Item arrived in perfect condition with an extra drill bit included.

“Received it in perfect state.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Marc Stamsta service

Lucas resolved delivery issues and sent a quick replacement.

“Lucas from enginediy resolved the problem and sent a replacement very quickly”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Jim service

Missing manifold part arrived and EngineDIY addressed the issue.

“the missing manifold part showed up at my doorstep yesterday”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Erik quality

Engine arrived well packed, started easily and runs well.

“it took 4 kicks on the starter for the engine to come to life.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
austin luker experience

Engine models are excellent teaching tools; kids loved building together.

“My kids loved building the v8 engine model with me!”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Harro Hanekamp service

Shop offers nice products with fast, honest responses and shipping.

“Great shop, nice products, fast and honest response and shipment.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Ray Galloway service

Customer service provides helpful assembly support and good service.

“there help is really great in getting you back on track”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
MISS PATRICIA TOMLINSON communication

Order delayed; was not informed item was out of stock.

“Still not received my item as wasnโ€™t told it was out of stock when I ordered it”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Henry Reese service

EngineDIY promptly provided extensive assembly instructions within hours.

“sent me 50 pages of instructions on how to assemble my engine.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Joe quality

Kit arrived quickly, well packed and high-quality; instructions comprehensive.

“kit was well packed and complete as far as I could ascertain.”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Steve quality

Stirling engine arrived well packed and worked perfectly upon arrival.

“Beautifully made low temperature Stirling engine”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
alireza heydarian service

EngineDIY was professional and quick, delivering items as advertised.

“The EngineDIY team are professional, very quick”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com

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About Engine DIY

Engine DIY sells and makes scale model engine kits, replica engines, and spare parts online. Its product pages include specifications, images, and downloadable assembly materials. The company ships kits, display stands, and replacement components to hobbyists and educational users. The webshop offers order tracking and technical resources such as manuals and parts catalogs. The lineup covers internal combustion replica kits and low-temperature Stirling engines for model builders and educators.