Currys: what the terms promise customers

Currys's public terms include 9 promises that give customers money back, credit or compensation. Here is each one, with the deadline, what to send and the exact clause.

#32 of 77 UK companies#6 of 10 in Retail · Strong
Promises found
9
Strongest promise
7 Day Fix Promise for breakdown repairs
Shortest deadline
1 days

The promises

Every promise in Currys's terms

Service creditClaim within 7 daysTakes a few steps

7 Day Fix Promise for breakdown repairs

Requires checking repair timeline against the 7-day window start date which varies by service type and confirming eligible product category.

“Add Care & Repair and if your tech breaks down, we’ll fix it fast. If not we’ll replace it on request. That’s our 7 Day Fix Promise.”Currys policy page, 7 Day Fix Promise
What to include: plan id, proof of breakdown report, booking or collection date
CompensationNo deadline statedSimple to claim

No extra cost for parts, labour & callouts

Simply confirming active plan coverage waives these costs with no extra evidence needed.

“Don't pay a penny more for parts, labour & callouts”Currys policy page, What's included table
What to include: plan id
RefundNo deadline statedTakes a few steps

Return item for exchange, refund, or other solution

An agent could initiate the request with an order ID and reason, but the actual resolution (exchange vs refund vs other) is decided by Currys on a case-by-case basis.

“We're happy to offer you an exchange, a refund, or something else - just let us know why you're returning your item and which solution you'd prefer, and we'll go from there.”Currys policy page, Returns, Refunds & Exchanges
What to include: order id, reason for return
RefundClaim within 7 daysTakes a few steps

Refund the price difference if found cheaper within 7 days after purchase

Claim requires providing order details and competitor price proof within a deadline, likely via a claims form rather than a single automated message.

“We'll even price match 7 days after your purchase! If you see the same item cheaper elsewhere, we'll refund you the difference.”Currys policy page, Price Promise
What to include: order id, proof of lower price
Replacement or repairNo deadline statedTakes a few steps

New replacement after more than two breakdowns

Agent must verify breakdown count exceeds two via service records before requesting replacement.

“More than two breakdowns? Ask for a new one”Currys policy page, What's included table
What to include: plan id, breakdown history record
Replacement or repairClaim within 1 daysTakes a few steps

Free next day delivery, installation & recycling on replacement (TVs)

Delivery date depends on stock/address availability, requiring coordination beyond a single message.

“For TVs, if we have to replace your tech we’ll deliver it the next day, install and recycle your old one free of charge if needed.”Currys policy page, Benefits table footnote
What to include: plan id, replacement authorization, delivery address
Replacement or repairNo deadline statedHarder to claim

RepairLive diagnosis with repair or return if unresolved

Resolution requires a live diagnostic call with a human expert and a judgement call on whether repair or return is warranted.

“Our RepairLive experts will help diagnose and fix your problem over a call or arrange a repair or return if needed”Currys policy page, Need help with a tech problem?
What to include: description of fault, order id
Replacement or repairNo deadline statedHarder to claim

Built-in battery failure support at no extra cost

Requires human/engineer judgement to distinguish failure from excluded causes like improper maintenance or user-changeable batteries.

“If your built-in battery fails to hold a charge, we’ll help you get back up and running without the extra cost.”Currys policy page, Built-in battery benefit
What to include: plan id, proof of battery fault
Right to cancelNo deadline statedSimple to claim

Cancel plan at any time

A simple cancellation request referencing the plan ID should suffice with no additional conditions stated here.

“You may cancel your plan at any time.”Currys policy page, Price breakdown section
What to include: plan id

How to claim

Claiming from Currys, step by step

  1. Find the promise above that matches what happened, and note its deadline. The shortest here is 1 days.
  2. Contact Currys customer service in writing (email, web chat or their online form), so you have a record.
  3. Name the promise and quote the clause, and include: plan id, proof of breakdown report, booking or collection date, order id, reason for return, proof of lower price.
  4. Keep the reply. If you are not happy with the answer, ask for their complaints process, which is set out in the terms.

Based on Currys's public terms and policy pages, read on 5 October 2026. Read the current terms. Terms change, so check the current version before you claim. This page is information, not legal advice.

Questions

Currys refunds and compensation: quick answers

Does Currys offer refunds or compensation?

Yes. Currys's public terms include 9 promises that pay out or give credit when something goes wrong, including: 7 Day Fix Promise for breakdown repairs; No extra cost for parts, labour & callouts; Return item for exchange, refund, or other solution; Refund the price difference if found cheaper within 7 days after purchase.

How long do I have to claim from Currys?

It depends on the promise. The shortest deadline in the terms is 1 days, so claim as soon as you can. Each promise on this page shows its own deadline.

How does Currys rank in the Promise Index?

Currys has a Promise Score of 57 out of 100 (strong), ranking #32 of 77 UK companies and #6 of 10 in Retail.