At a glance
Bob & Friends is a distributor in New Zealand.
- Website livechecked Jul 2026source
- Listed as an official partner on another company's own website
- Not on sanctions listschecked Aug 2026OpenSanctions
- Not banned from public contractschecked Aug 2026OpenSanctions
- First recorded on the web archivechecked Aug 2026Internet Archive (Wayback)
3 official sourcesView methodology →
Company Passport
Bob & Friends
DistributorDesigner Furniture, Contemporary, British Furniture Auckland - Bob & Friends
Trust core
Verified from 3 independent public records
Active company · Distributor
Does it exist and operate now?
- Website liveWe opened the site ourselves this month. A dead site almost always means a dead company.Jul 2026proof
Is it safe to deal with?
- Not on sanctions listsShows no trading ban. Says nothing about reputation.Aug 2026OpenSanctions
- Not banned from public contractsShows it has not been barred from public contracts for misconduct.Aug 2026OpenSanctions
- First recorded on the web archiveShows the company was already trading online back then.Aug 2026Internet Archive (Wayback)
Is it reachable and responsive?
- Business email on the company's own domainSuggests an established business rather than a free mailbox.Aug 2026Mail server of the company domain
Do independent sources agree?
Trust timeline
- 2012first web archive snapshot
Not enough dated points to assess consistency yet.
Cross-checks
- Named as a partner by a verified company (LE KLINT A/S)
View detailed audit trail
| Website live | Jul 2026 | proof |
| Not on sanctions lists | Aug 2026 | proof |
| Not banned from public contracts | Aug 2026 | proof |
| First recorded on the web archive | Aug 2026 | proof |
| Listed as an official partner on another company's own website | ||
| Business email on the company's own domain | Aug 2026 | proof |
Check it yourself: Sanctions search (OpenSanctions)
Not yet checkable from open public sources in New Zealand: A maker, not a middleman · No debts or court trouble · Sound people behind it.
Rules that apply to these goods
Regulations that commonly apply to shipments in this sector. Not legal advice: verify against the linked official source.
- Consumer goods sold in the EU fall under the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR, applies since 13 Dec 2024): a responsible person in the EU is mandatory. EUR-Lex: Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR)
Distribution capabilities
- Partner roles
- Distributor
- Countries covered
- 🏳️ New Zealand
Brands carried
Manufacturers this distributor represents, from public Our Brands listings.
About
Bob & Friends: Designer furniture, gifts and home decor. Shop online or in store at our Ponsonby showroom.
- Categories
- Primary markets
- 🇳🇿 New Zealand
Protect Your Money Before You Pay+
Safe Bets (You can get a refund)
- Credit cards
- PayPal (specifically "Goods and Services")
- Escrow services (where your money is held safely until the goods actually arrive)
- Letter of Credit (best for large, bulk orders)
Red Flags (Your money is gone for good)
- Wire transfers to personal bank accounts
- Crypto
- Western Union or MoneyGram
- Gift cards
The ultimate warning sign: If a supplier refuses cards or escrow and only pushes for non-reversible payment methods, walk away immediately. This is the number one sign of a scam. Either insist on escrow or drop the deal.
Double-check the names: The name on the bank account must perfectly match the officially registered company name. If it doesn't, stop right there.
First-time orders: Always use an independent escrow service for your first order. This ensures the supplier only gets paid after you have the goods in hand.
Company facts
Where is Bob & Friends based?
Bob & Friends is based in New Zealand.
Is Bob & Friends a manufacturer or a distributor?
Bob & Friends is a distributor listed on Hell of a Partner.
What does Bob & Friends supply?
Bob & Friends works across Lighting & Lamps, Home Décor & Textiles.
Which markets does Bob & Friends serve?
Bob & Friends serves New Zealand, New Zealand.
Which manufacturers list Bob & Friends as their distributor?
One manufacturer publicly lists Bob & Friends as a distributor on their own website, including: LE KLINT A/S.
What are the alternatives to Bob & Friends?
Buyers comparing Bob & Friends usually also look at ACLX, C F Reese Plumbing and Electrical, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, out of 8 Lighting & Lamps suppliers listed in New Zealand on this marketplace.
Is Bob & Friends verified on Hell of a Partner?
Not yet. Bob & Friends is listed from public sources and has not completed verification. Review the trust signals on this page before you make contact.
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