Cuddle Clones offers to its clients interesting goods, such as plush replicas of their pets. It is an ideal gift for pet owners who have lost their beloved animals, and it is heartwarming when people can hold something that smells like they do. But these women see more than meets the eye as there is a sense of controversy, several criticisms have been written regarding the plushies, especially those who have experience with Cuddle Clones. This review seeks to evaluate other factors the company offers considering product quality, delivery period, and customer service. Considering all our insights, Cuddle Clones averagely makes the cut, and that is 3 out of 5.
Product Quality
As previously mentioned, there has been major controversy regarding the pet toys especially due to Cuddle Clones their competitors. The company itself stands out due to the high level of imitation they offer their clients making out of them plush toys, something dog and cat owners love.
The quality of the products offered has remained debatable. During my research, almost a majority of the customers agreed to a few bright critiques in the reviews that felt off. They claimed how the clones only capture the best tonic features including fur patterns, the color of the eyes and even certain specific markings. High-quality materials make the toy soft and plush. Customers have been complaining about the cheap quality elements Cuddle Clones uses in their products. This makes them appear generic.
Pros:
- Attention to Detail: Many customers praised the plush replicas for capturing unique features such as fur patterns, eye colors, and specific markings.
- Material Quality: The plush toys are often described as soft and cuddly, with materials that feel high-quality.
Cons:
- Inconsistencies: Some customers felt that the replicas didn’t fully capture their pet’s unique traits, which occasionally led to a less personal feel.
- Durability Issues: A few reported problems with stitching or material softness over time.
Customization Accuracy
Customization is Cuddle Clones’ hallmark, but accuracy has been a mixed bag.
Pros:
- Detailed Customization Options: Customers can provide multiple photos and instructions for a highly personalized product.
- Variety of Products: Beyond plush toys, they offer figurines, ornaments, and apparel.
Cons:
- Missed Details: Key features such as specific fur patterns or facial expressions were sometimes overlooked.
- Subjective Results: Interpretation of photos by designers occasionally led to replicas that didn’t meet expectations.
Delivery Timelines
Delivery is a crucial factor, especially for time-sensitive gifts. However, it has been a recurring source of dissatisfaction for many customers.
Pros:
- Clear Estimates: Cuddle Clones provides estimated delivery timelines during the ordering process, which helps set expectations.
Cons:
- Prolonged Wait Time: Customers often identifies long wait times to customers as even selecting the expedited shipping option would require them to wait beyond 3 months for their requested item.
- Lost Orders: There were several occasions where the tracking information marked specific orders as shipped but did not hand over the goods to the carriers, this became particularly annoying for customers when the items they had ordered were meant for a gifting occasion.
Customer Service
Customer service is another area with mixed reviews.
Pros:
- Friendly Representatives: Customers who reached support described them as polite and empathetic.
- Resolution Attempts: In some cases, replacements or refunds were offered to address issues.
Cons:
- Unresponsiveness: Emails and calls often go unanswered, leaving customers frustrated.
- Lack of Updates: Customers frequently had to chase updates on delays instead of being informed proactively.
Pricing and Value
Cuddle Clones’ products are premium-priced, with plush replicas costing several hundred dollars. Opinions on the value vary.
Pros:
- Unique Products: The sentimental value of custom replicas justifies the price for many.
- Promotions: Occasional discounts make products slightly more affordable.
Cons:
- High Prices: Some felt the cost was excessive, particularly when products didn’t meet expectations.
- Perceived Overpricing: Delays and inconsistencies reduce perceived value for some customers.
Pricing Breakdown:
- Plush Replicas: Depending on the choices of the customers, prices vary from $250 to $300 and if someone wants expedited orders they have to pay additional charges.
- Other Products: Apparel and Figurines cost between $50 and $150, determined by the intricacies and components utilized in them.
- Promotions and Discounts: There are times when periodic sales take place and an additional 10-20 percent off is offered, decreasing the overall cost and making it ideal for cost-sensitive customers.
Overall Customer Sentiment
Customer reviews range from glowing endorsements to harsh criticisms.
Positive Experiences:
- Customers who received accurate replicas often described them as cherished keepsakes.
- The emotional impact of having a tangible reminder of a beloved pet is a recurring theme.
Negative Experiences:
- Dissatisfaction with delays, unresponsive service, and inaccuracies dominated negative reviews.
- Some stated they wouldn’t recommend the company due to reliability concerns.
Suggestions for Improvement
- Improve Quality Control: Use a more detail-oriented inspection process to guarantee that completed goods correspond with the photographic material and guidelines provided.
- Improve Interactive Approach: Speedier verification and order instructions.
- Streamline Manufacturing: Remove bottlenecks in the process to lower delivery times, particularly for business-critical orders.
- Introduce a Pricing Rung System: Create additional price cuts or levels according to the level of complexity involved.
- Encourage Reviews: Focus on attracting reviews for the purpose of identifying problems to be addressed.
Bottom line
Regardless, Cuddle Clones still has to tackle item quality improvements in addition to the waiting periods and client services. This is the area where the higher reward comes in, because after an order is filled there is potential to become the go to place to fix that piece that was broken. Unfortunately, they did not live up to that expectation because they did obtain dependability and consistency, which is the main concern and focus for them. But for those who are into the more adventurous side of things, it offers an opportunity to enlarge its scope.
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Created: 12 Oct 2018, Updated: 12 Jan 2025
Payton Herres - October 27, 2018 @ 23:12
I ordered a Cuddle Clone because I have to go to the hospital all day a lot due to my heart transplant. I would miss my pooch, named Lucy, so much and I would look through my pictures of my dog to help me. At first, I wasn’t so sure of this company because I saw some not-so-good reviews, but I told myself that some people are either picky and/or perfectionists, complain a lot, and I realize that they can’t make it 100% look like your pet. I also realised that some people prob…ably send not good resolution pictures or too dark of a photo. That’s when I sent really good pictures of my dog, including the resolution and the lighting. I was a bit nervous to receive my Cuddle Clone because I saw the pictures of how sometimes they can mess up, and my dog is a unique-looking with her wrinkles and curly tail. My mom and I opened the Cuddle Clone today and when we opened the box, we laughed because we actually thought our dog was in the box! It really does look like her! I was amazed. The clone itself was made with really good material and they did a pretty good job of making her unique characteristics. I have long winters of where I live and the fur color matches to what it looks like during winter. I am so happy that I got to order a Cuddle Clone. It was definitely worth the money. However, my dog wasn’t too happy about it… She gave me that jealous look like Really, Payton? I thought I was irreplaceable! It wasnt 8 weeks it took for them to make the clone. It took 4 weeks at least and I didn’t even pay for quicker shipping. The customer service was outstanding since when I ordered my Cuddle Clone, I messed up on the eye color and the employee was really nice and changed my order for me. Pictures below!
I ordered a Cuddle Clone because I have to go to the hospital all day a lot due to my heart transplant. I would miss my pooch, named Lucy, so much and I would look through my pictures of my dog to help me. At first, I wasn’t so sure of this company because I saw some not-so-good reviews, but I told myself that some people are either picky and/or perfectionists, complain a lot, and I realize
Jennifer Scott - November 1, 2018 @ 12:42
I just received my Cuddle Clone this afternoon of my sweet Sidney, who passed away from cancer on June 30th (her 12th birthday). I miss her so much and it’s been hard working through the grief. The likeness of the clone is incredible. I keep hugging and loving on it. You have truly done something remarkable, and I will recommend your company to everyone I know. Thank you thank you thank you!
I just received my Cuddle Clone this afternoon of my sweet Sidney, who passed away from cancer on June 30th (her 12th birthday). I miss her so much and it’s been hard working through the grief. The likeness of the clone is incredible. I keep hugging and loving on it. You have truly done something remarkable, and I will recommend your company to everyone I know. Thank you thank you thank you!
Morgan Talbot - November 5, 2018 @ 05:43
I absolutely love my cuddle clones of my dog Rico. It’s spot on in the face, and I can’t seem to not be able to let it go. I sleep with it every night and when I’m on the computer it sits in my lap, just like Rico used to do. Thank you guys so much for making such a wonderful replica of my baby. It makes me feel like a part of him is still with me. I absolutely love it
Linda - November 8, 2018 @ 21:19
Oh my Goodness…our little Prissy Cuddle Clone arrived today…tears of joy as we opened the box and the first thing we saw were those Ears…and then all the markings, right down to the little flecks of black in her white paws. We got her when she was just 6 weeks old and my husband named her Polly Prissy Pants because it seemed to fit…but we always just called her Prissy. We lost her on May 21 after 13 years of being with us. Tom & I were so very sad and then I learned a…bout Cuddle Clones. The people on your website were so very helpful…and the update emails kept us posted. I hope the pictures do justice…her CC alongside some of the pictures I sent, the one in the middle that show all 14 pounds of her…and finally the CC we will keep in her chair in the living room where she loved looking out the window. It is comforting to be able to glance in there and see her. THANK YOU to all the wonderful people who gave us this special keepsake of our special little dog.
Oh my Goodness…our little Prissy Cuddle Clone arrived today…tears of joy as we opened the box and the first thing we saw were those Ears…and then all the markings, right down to the little flecks of black in her white paws. We got her when she was just 6 weeks old and my husband named her Polly Prissy Pants because it seemed to fit…but we always just called her Prissy. We l
Jose - November 9, 2018 @ 04:41
When I received my cuddle clones of my cats Kahlua and Sambuca I immediately fell in love with them. It was obvious that they were made with care and love. It shows. The Sambuca clone helps me deal with the loss of Sambuca last year. Kahlua is 17 years old now and has a fatal heart disease. I hope he will be with me for a long time but that is not very likely. I am grateful that the clone arrived while Kahlua is still with me so I could take the cutest pictures of them together. The manufacturing and shipping went very quickly so I received my Kahlua clone 4 weeks after ordering. And I live all the way in The Netherlands! So thank you so much for caring!!
When I received my cuddle clones of my cats Kahlua and Sambuca I immediately fell in love with them. It was obvious that they were made with care and love. It shows. The Sambuca clone helps me deal with the loss of Sambuca last year. Kahlua is 17 years old now and has a fatal heart disease. I hope he will be with me for a long time but that is not very likely. I am grateful that the clone arrived
Kiersten Diminico - March 11, 2019 @ 09:35
I lost my love four months ago. I’ve been lost and in agony since. I’d know about cuddle clones for awhile but thought way over priced. Then when I lost him I couldn’t stand not having him to hug and hold so I took the leap of faith. Two months later he arrived. Looking at him out of the box I was like wow it’s my baby. It didn’t come with the sticker or a certificate of authenticity. on closer inspection I was floored at the lack of quality. His fur is matted and in four days pieces of fur keep coming off. He has bald spot on nose and ears and his right front leg the paw is twisted out to the right like it’s broken. One of the most important things I told them was the texture of his hair. It was luxurious so so soft. This wasn’t. So I called the next morning and got Jessica who I think is their only customer rep. She said that due to air brushing makes hair feel different… Really!!??? She said that was the best they could do. You have a customer crying because her clone is not at all like what pictures look like or how they advertise and you say that’s all they can do???!!! For $249???? After watching you tube videos and again at pics on site….I think they are sourcing it out to be made and there is no quality control happening. My clone doesn’t look near the quality of the ones on their site.
I would not recommend them at all don’t add to your heart ache. I found in my research another company called petsies that does similar thing and their products are made in America not China. I got this so I could hug and cuddle my friend again but with all pieces of his hair coming off I don’t dare touch him ?
I lost my love four months ago. I’ve been lost and in agony since. I’d know about cuddle clones for awhile but thought way over priced. Then when I lost him I couldn’t stand not having him to hug and hold so I took the leap of faith. Two months later he arrived. Looking at him out of the box I was like wow it’s my baby. It didn’t come with the sticker or a certificate
Dave - October 18, 2023 @ 12:38
Golf head cover of my German Shepard came in and looked great. Fathers Day gift from my kids. 3 months later the ears don’t stay up and now it doesn’t look like him. Customer service won’t budge…30 day policy. I don’t want a refund just want it fixed. They keep responding with a link to their return/refund policy. Asked for a supervisor and was ignored. Link on their parent company’s website is “page not found”. Don’t waste your $250!
Golf head cover of my German Shepard came in and looked great. Fathers Day gift from my kids. 3 months later the ears don’t stay up and now it doesn’t look like him. Customer service won’t budge…30 day policy. I don’t want a refund just want it fixed. They keep responding with a link to their return/refund policy. Asked for a supervisor and was ignored. Link on their parent comp
Franfine - November 3, 2023 @ 19:11
Spent over 300$ for a waste of my time . Price too much for what I received. Quality dollar store ,value 9$. Would not recommend, looked nothing like my dog and they gave me a hard time trying to give me my refund asking me to give them a second chance even after sending them photos of my dog n what they sent me.looked nothing NOTHING like my dog . Hideous, the person who made that should be fired ,no talent.
Spent over 300$ for a waste of my time . Price too much for what I received. Quality dollar store ,value 9$. Would not recommend, looked nothing like my dog and they gave me a hard time trying to give me my refund asking me to give them a second chance even after sending them photos of my dog n what they sent me.looked nothing NOTHING like my dog . Hideous, the person who made that should be fired
JayDee Watt - January 24, 2024 @ 22:57
They don’t live up to there dead lines I have been waiting for 2 months on a blanket and I still haven’t seen print to approve. Don’t water your time or money.
Denise - June 28, 2024 @ 08:17
DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY! THEY RECEIVED MY MONEY AND I GOT NO PRODUCT. WHEN YOU TRY AND GET YOUR MONEY BACK THEY GIVE YOU A COUPON AND YOU ARE STILL FORCED TO BUY SOMETHING FROM THEM!!!! They are not accredited with the BBB.
Denise Johnson - July 1, 2024 @ 09:21
Still in a battle to get my money back for a product I NEVER received! The left hand does not know what the right hand is doing in this company. Buyer beware unless you have $300 plus to throw away.
Kristina - September 17, 2024 @ 13:34
Cuddle clone arrived with flaws. Even his nose was crooked. Contacted Cuddle Clines for alterations. Had difficulty trying to send the clone back for alterations. The company tried to say that I couldn’t return the clone for alterations because I didn’t mail the clone back within 15 days of receiving the return shipping label. After arguing with them because their return/alterations policy didn’t state that requirement and I didn’t agree to them modifying the policy after the purchase was made, they finally agreed to do the alterations. Clone came back with only part of the alterations that I specified done. I contacted them and they agreed to do the alterations again, but at this point I don’t feel like messing with it anymore. They took something that was supposed to be a good thing and made it a miserable experience. Very disappointed
Cuddle clone arrived with flaws. Even his nose was crooked. Contacted Cuddle Clines for alterations. Had difficulty trying to send the clone back for alterations. The company tried to say that I couldn’t return the clone for alterations because I didn’t mail the clone back within 15 days of receiving the return shipping label. After arguing with them because their return/alterations policy did
jonathan - January 6, 2025 @ 08:22
I ordered the pjs December 3 and paid $20 extra for express service. You’d think for that extra fee you’d get UPS or Fedex delivery, but you’d be wrong. Item comes via USPS on slow boat from China. Product didn’t arrive until after Christmas. Repeated attempts via chat, message boards, and emails yielded no response from the company, revealing a complete lack of regard for customer service once the product is sold. I would note that the chat feature was inop during what should have been normal business hours according to their own website, and THEY PROVIDE NO PHONE NUMBER TO RESOLVE DISPUTES. Inexcusable.
I ordered the pjs December 3 and paid $20 extra for express service. You’d think for that extra fee you’d get UPS or Fedex delivery, but you’d be wrong. Item comes via USPS on slow boat from China. Product didn’t arrive until after Christmas. Repeated attempts via chat, message boards, and emails yielded no response from the company, revealing a complete lack of regard for