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AJ Electronics Limited 
• www.ajelectronics.co.uk
Headers: Televisions, LCD and Plasma, Projection TV & Projectors, DVD, VCR, Home Theatre, Camcorders, Digital Still Cameras, Home Audio, Personal Audio, Portable Audio
Good range of audio visual equipment plus an excellent range of camcorders and digital cameras from Canon, Nikon and Sony. Launched in 1983, AJ Electronics Ltd is based in the Edgeware Road in London and is an official agent of most major brands.
Argos 
• www.argos.co.uk
Headers: Furniture, Homewares, Household Appliances, Sound & Vision, Office PC & Phone, Photography, Sports & Leisure, DIY Garden & Pets, Toys & Games, Baby, Personal Care, Jewellery & Watches
The retail giant Argos sells an enormous range of (mostly) household goods and usually at very competitive prices. Also, they very often have sales on, so its always worth while checking out the website if you can't get down to your nearest store - I know we've managed to get some good bargains in the past! The site is fast loading and easy to navigate. Argos was founded in 1973 and now has over 500 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argos is headquartered in Stafford.
• Special Features: Free 16 returns days policy for non faulty items. Either return to your nearest store or they will collect free of charge. You can also set up gift lists with Argos for weddings, anniversaries etc.
Asda
• www.asda.co.uk
Headers: Groceries, Financial Services, Books, CDs, DVDs, Games, Electricals, Furniture, Gifts, Mobile Phones, Opticians, Photo, Travel
Not just groceries, but speaking of which, if you order your groceries online with an Asda credit card you get free delivery! Check the website to see if they deliver in your area.
Asda Elecricals
Very large range of electrical equipment:
TVs & DVDs, Home & Kitchen, Audio & Hi Fi, Satellite Navigation, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing & Gaming, Health & Beauty, Electrical Accessories
Delivery charges vary according to item but are clearly shown on each product page.
Be Direct
• www.be-direct.co.uk
Headers: Audio, Camcorders, Cleaners, Cooking, Digital Cameras, Dishwashers, DVD Players (~60), Heating Appliances, Laundry, Massage Chairs, Refrigeration, Small Kitchen Goods, Televisions, VCR's, Fitness & Game Equipment
Be-direct have been trading online since 1998. They have a large range of products in all categories (over 4000 items ) and sell most major brands of electrical goods such as Sony, Panasonic, Zanussi, Samsung, Magimix, Dualit, Toshiba and many more. Extended warranty available. Be Direct is based in St Clears, Carmarthenshire.
• Connection Service: Can be arranged if required - please contact for a quote.
• Free Delivery - Free UK delivery except Isle of Wight, Scottish Islands and Highlands, Scilly Isles, Isle of Man, and Northern Ireland.
Comet
• www.comet.co.uk
Headers:Kitchen & Home, Home Entertainment, Computing, Portable Technology
As you would expect from one of the largest retailers in the UK, Comet have a very wide range of products for sale online in all categories. In addition, Comet provides comprehensive product guides for the whole of their range. Additional features are a repair service backed up by over 600 engineers across the UK, old fridges removed for £15, connection and installation available where neccessary plus extended warranties.
• Special Features: Monthly payment plans on selected products. Returns policy: 28 days for unopened items, 7 days for opened items. Comet now offers "Click and Collect" - order online and collect from your nearest Comet branch.
• Connection Service: Comet offers a connection service for washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens & hobs, TVs.
• Free Delivery on all kitchen appliances >£399
Co-op Electrical Shop
• www.coopelectricalshop.co.uk
Headers: Laundry & Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Cooking, Built in Appliances, Kitchen Sinks & Taps, Televisions, DVD & Video, Audio & Hi Fi, Small Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners, Heating
• Connection Service: is not available but for a small fee they will remove old kitchen appliances if they are disconnected.
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy. Many items, including large appliances, can be delivered within 2 days. Look out for the "Rapid Delivery" symbol.
Delivery is for mainland UK only
Currys
• www.currys.co.uk
Headers: Audio & HiFi, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing, Cooking, Dishwashers, DIY and Garden Tools, DVD & Video, Fitness Sport & Health, Gadgets & Gifts, Gaming, GPS Satellite Navigation, Home Security, In Car Entertainment, iPod & MP3, Lighting, Phones, Refrigeration, Small Appliances, Small Kitchen Appliances, Televisions, Vacuum Cleaners, Washers & Dryers
Currys offers a range of many thousands of products online including a constantly updated range of Web exclusives. 24 Hr Helpline, delivery 7 days a week (usually within 4 working days of order) and expert installation, backed by a nation-wide network of over 380 stores. Comparison capability allows you to compare similar products.
• Special Features: Detailed buyers guides. As well as buying online you can now reserve certain items online and collect and pay at your nearest store.
Connection Service: Available for Large Kitchen Appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: See special offers for the latest Currys Promo Codes
Dixons
• www.dixons.co.uk
Headers: TV + DVD, Kitchen, Phot, Sat Nav, Games, Audio, Computing, Fitness, Household, Gadgets
Although the Dixons High Street stores have been re-branded as Curry's Digital, the Dixons brand continues to trade online. (Currys, Dixons and PC World amongst others are part of the same electrical retail group, DSG Retail Limited). Thousands of products from binoculars to mp3 players, from global positioning systems to recordable DVD players, not to mention a huge range of kitchen appliances. Fast, no fuss, secure online shopping.
• Special Features: Price Match promise. Finance options available.
• Installation Service: Available for large kitchen appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: See special offers for the latest Dixons Promo Codes
Electrical Discount UK
• www.electricaldiscountuk.co.uk
Headers: Vision, Imaging, Hi-Fi / Audio, Home Laundry, Dishwashers, Cooling, Cooking, Microwave Ovens, Cleaning, Household, In-Car, Accessories, New Technology
Electrical products as well as domestic appliances all by leading manufacturers. Very competitive pricing. Electrical Discount UK is based in Northgate, Blackburn, Lancashire.
• Special Features: Finance available. All products supplied by Electrical Discount UK are inclusive of 1 year parts & labour guarantee, unless stated otherwise. Extension Guarantees are available.
Empire Direct
• www.empiredirect.co.uk
Headers: TVS, DVD & VCR, Audio & Hi Fi, Home & Kitchen, Camcorders & Cameras, Computing & Games, Mobiles & Telephones, In Car Systems, Heath & Leisure, Accessories & Media
Online electrical superstore where you can buy the latest top brand electrical goods at discount prices. Excellent easy to use site and they have a lot of choice in every area. Empire Direct is based in Roundhay Road, Leeds.
• Special Features: Low Price Guarantee - If you find any of their products advertised and in stock and immediately available at Comet, Currys, Dixons, Argos, John Lewis's or Tesco.com, they guarantee to beat that price by 5% (inc delivery costs). Does not include mobile phonesm DVDs, console games. Also, credit facilities are available.
Grattan
• www.grattan.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Kids, Interiors, Electrical, DIY & Outdoor, Extras
Clothes for all the family plus home accessories and furniture, audio visual and computer equipment, garden and outdoor equipment - in short all the things you would expect to see in the Grattan catalogue! Buy online or request a catalogue. Grattan belongs to the same group of companies as Freemans and Kaleidoscope.
• Special Features: Interest free credit terms available plus there is a free 14 day returns policy on unwanted items.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: - £15 off first order
Great Universal
• www.greatessentials.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electrical, Home & Garden, Leisure
The website is operated by the catalogue people, Great Universal. This means that you can either pay immediately by credit or debit card, or you can open an account with them. Account holders get 20 weeks interest free credit and 40 weeks for some items such as computers and mobile phones. There is a large choice of clothing, electrical and home and garden goods - just what you would expect from a catalogue.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: 10% discount is available for first timevisitors and up to 20% off Great Universal catalogue prices when you buy online.
HiFi 4 Less
• www.hifi4less.com
Headers: Hifi, Speakers, Home Cinema, Cables, Furniture, Systems, Radios, Accessories
Great range of hi-fi equipment, including turntables for all those vinyls gathering dust in the spare room! Competitive pricing and a fast loading, easy to navigate website. HiFi 4 Less is an authorised UK dealer based in Wilmslow, Cheshire, and is the internet arm of Swift of Wilmslow Ltd, established in 1964.
• Free Delivery
Littlewoods
• www.littlewoods-online.com
Headers: Women, Men, Kids & Toys, Sport & Leisure, Home & Garden, Appliances, Electronics, Jewellery & Gifts
Littlewoods, famous for many years for its catalogue service, now offers over 40,000 products online, including clothing and footwear for all the family, sports equipment, toys, furniture and home accessories, electrical equipment plus a wide range of garden equipment, tools and accessories. Request a catalogue or buy online.
• Special Features: Interest free payment plans available. Free 14 day returns policy.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: £15 off when you open a credit account
Marshall Ward
• www.marshallward.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electronics, Appliances, Home & Garden, Sports & Leisure, Toys & Games, Jewellery & Gifts
Many of you may be familiar with the Marshall Ward catalogue. Like most catalogues, they sell a wide range of clothing for all the family, plus household and leisure items. If you don't want to pay for goods immediately, you can set up an Assist account with them and pay monthly. No credit charge is made if you pay by the due date. If you prefer, you can order a catalogue online. Marshall Ward also offers a range of financial services including loans and insurance.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy - goods will be collected. Sign up for the newsletter and be entered in a monthly draw to win £1000 to spend online at Marshal Ward.
• Special Offers: 10% discount with your first order.
Pixmania UK
• www.pixmania.co.uk
Headers: Camera, Camcorder, TV Video, IT Product, Sound, Telephony, Consumable
Pixmania offers a very wide range of electronic equipment, with a special emphasis on photography, including digital and film cameras plus accessories. You can use their digital prints service to get your photos printed, and this includes a 15 print free trial offer. Pixmania is part of the Fotovista Group which has a presence in 15 countries.
Play.com
• http://play.com
Headers: DVD, Music, Games, Books, Electronics, Gadgets, Ringtones
Huge selection of DVDs, CDs, books and games for PC, PS2, PSP, Xbox, DS, GBA, Game Cube and N-Gage. And if thats not enough, the elctronics department carries a wide range of audio visual equipment, PC consumables and peripherals plus digital cameras and camcorders. You can also get sim free mobiles here and a good selection of gadgets. Play.com is based in Jersey, which means that all items are VAT free, which is good news for items less than £18. Please note, however, that goods over the value of £18 bought from the Channel Islands will be subject to VAT (not import duty). Play.com do not pay this, so you may be liable to pay extra when these goods are delivered. Having said this, Play.com do have some very good deals which sometimes more than offset this extra charge.
• Free Delivery
Tribal UK
• www.tribaluk.com
Headers: Vision, Audio, Audio Separates, Gaming, Communication, Laundry, Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Vacuum Cleaners, Cooking, Small Appliances, Fires, Fitness Equipment
Tribal UK offers a wide range of household electrical appliances from major manufacturers. They also offer real stone fireplaces plus a very good range of fitness equipment including exercise bikes, cross trainers, air walkers, rowing machines and treadmills. Goods are delivered directly from the manufacturer. Tribal UK is based in Norwich.
• Special Features: There is a Buy Now Pay Later scheme allowing customers who purchase goods in excess of £190 to defer payment for 12 months. Warranties available.
• Free Delivery - deliveries to mainland UK only
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