Marine Depot (1 Viewer)

[flipside]

Just placed my first order with Marine Depot and it was pretty easy to do. I ordered 2 pH probes, easy blade replacements (10 pack), a probe compression fitting for a modification I'm doing, and a Apex PM1 expansion box. I already know that the Apex PM1 is on backorder for 2-3 more days, but I'm not in a hurry. This is will serve as a log for how my order goes down...

So far, I placed the order. Navigating the site was easy. I already created an account on there... Don't remember when, but hey... whatev's.

My order was over $175 so I just barely qualified for free shipping. They take AMEX... that's good. They are A+ accredited by the BBB (I think that's good). They take PayPal too... that's good.

Just a sidebar: I do like doing LFS' whenever possible, but no one had this stuff in stock.

 

[bytwnracer]

Hey bud I have ordered from them a few times and they are a great website to order from. I think you will be happy with them.

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[steveb]

Same here. I try to buy local if possible but if not I usually buy from marine depot or premium aquatics. Have been very happy with both.

 

[flipside]

Thanks Junior and Steve! Good to know. It would appear that they already shipped my items... or, at least removed it from the shelves and got them in boxes for XYZ to pick up and deliver. They sent an interesting email to me. I think they were just trying to be funny with some of the comments they made.

Of course, the Apex PM1 didn't get pulled from the shelves because it's on backorder. I think that's with everyone though.

So far I'm pretty happy with my choice.

 

[porkchop]

Yeah they do have a sense of humor in those emails. I have ordered from them a couple times. Website is easy to navigate and items shipped out quickly and correctly.

They also have some informative videos.....dont be judgemental about the videos,there is good content in them usually, its not as easy as it looks!

 

[flipside]

Here's what they sent me via email:

"Your aquarium supplies have been carefully picked from Marine Depot's shelves like delicate berries and placed into a wicker basket lined with unicorn fur. With the grace of a ballerina, we tiptoed them to our packing station where Santa's Elves—who work with us during their off-season—prepared your order for shipment.

Your products were methodically placed in each box using techniques taught to us by a former Tetris World Champion. Using a pair of tweezers, we placed hundreds of packing peanuts one-by-one into every nook and cranny to ensure safe transport. We are proud to share with you that our packing peanuts are reusable, recyclable, biodegradable and made using 100% recycled content. They also do not trigger peanut allergies. Eat your heart out, Mr. Peanut."

 

[steveb]

That must be new or I'm dense. I never got one of those cool emails (to my knowledge)... LOL...

 

[flipside]

LOL! I thought it was a pretty creative touch. Made me want to actually read my invoice.

 

[bytwnracer]

Yea they do that often. Always brings a smile to my face when I read them. Lol

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[steveb]

Well now I'm hacked. I'm going to go order something from them and if they don't send me a cool email I'm going to complain!!!! I want a cool email!!!! LOL

 

[Mark L.]

Marine Depot is awesome. I've NEVER had a problem with them. I had UPS lose a package once and Marine Depot over nighted my stuff as soon as I called the. The lady was super helpful over the phone.

If I can't find it local I only order from....
Marine Depot
Bulk Reef Supply
Premium Aquatics

 

[RR-MAN]

Yeah MD is great.

 

[Jamie9169]

I have used MD several times and never had an issue. Although I never got one of those emails either. Guess you have to be one of the cool reefers for that.

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[flipside]

I have used MD several times and never had an issue. Although I never got one of those emails either. Guess you have to be one of the cool reefers for that.

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I think you're on to something there! Now that I think about it, I am pretty cool.

LOL!

I'm glad to see this kind of feedback on these guys! Guess this thread was semi-pointless.