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Jaycar Electronics Malaga

Updated 2026-09-05 · 3,383 reviewed · 221 listed · Scored from 157 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(157) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Jaycar Electronics Malaga
Location
Malaga
Services
Battery Storage Systems, Solar Inverters & Components, Residential Solar Panel Systems
Reviews
157
Best for
DIY enthusiasts and makers needing technical advice on 12V systems or 3D printing.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-05). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-05.

What reviewers think

Most customers praise Jaycar Malaga for knowledgeable staff who explain technical concepts clearly and guide customers away from errors. Jason is frequently named as exceptionally helpful with 12V setups and 3D printing advice. However, the same person appears in multiple one and two-star reviews describing him as dismissive and disrespectful to customers, particularly when asked questions. This contradiction runs through recent feedback, suggesting service quality depends heavily on which staff member you encounter.

The store stocks electronics ranging from solar components to 3D printing supplies. Fast checkout and an easy website are noted strengths. Stock gaps occasionally disappoint browsers looking for specific items.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable staff who explain clearly
  • friendly and helpful service
  • strong product knowledge especially 3D printing
  • staff save customers from costly mistakes
Watch-outs
  • one staff member (Jason, middle-aged, semi-bald) reported as rude and disrespectful across multiple reviews
  • occasional stock shortages
  • inconsistent customer service experience
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Best for: DIY enthusiasts and makers needing technical advice on 12V systems or 3D printing.
Think twice if: Service quality is inconsistent; several customers report the same staff member as dismissive when approached with questions.

Strengths

  • Knowledgeable staff, especially on 12V and 3D printing systems
  • Staff guide customers away from costly mistakes
  • Fast in-store service and easy website navigation

Worth knowing

  • Jason named repeatedly: praised for 3D printing and 12V cable sizing advice, but also cited in multiple complaints about rudeness and disrespect
  • Staff member described in complaints as middle-aged, semi-bald, sometimes wearing glasses
  • One customer noted staff steered them toward an incorrect component but expressed confidence in an easy swap

What reviews say by service

Solar Inverters & Components
Limited mention; staff noted as knowledgeable but no specific inverter product feedback in reviews
Battery Storage Systems
Customers praise help sizing 12V setups and selecting correct batteries; staff prevent costly errors
Residential Solar Panel Systems
Solar panels and charge controllers stocked; no detailed customer feedback on installation or system design
Solar Energy System Service
Staff assist with 12V system planning and component selection
Solar Panel Maintenance Service
No evidence in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.51 average across the 122 battery storage systems businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

How We Score
Star rating 56
Review volume 95
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 51
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Questions people ask

Is Jaycar Malaga open seven days a week?
Yes, the store publishes opening hours for all seven days.
Can staff help me plan a 12V battery system?
Yes; reviewers report staff walked them through cable sizing and component selection to avoid costly mistakes.
Do they have 3D printing supplies in stock?
Yes, customers mention buying PLA filament regularly, though occasional stock gaps occur.

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Last updated 2026-09-05