Frequently asked questions

What should I look for in a trustworthy essay writing service?

Choosing an essay writing service can be tricky, especially when you have so many options available. However, there are some clear warning signs that can help you spot an untrustworthy company.

First, be cautious of companies that offer unbelievably low prices. A company that provides top-level writing services for very little money raises serious concerns. High-quality academic work requires research time and experienced writers.

To put this into perspective, an expert typically spends around 5 hours researching and writing 1,000 words to a high standard. Yet, many companies charge between £20 and £50 for a 1,000-word essay, resulting in an hourly rate of just £4 to £10. Additionally, part of the final fee goes to the company, with the rest paid to the writer.

What does this mean? Qualified, UK-based writers simply cannot be hired and remunerated with such low hourly rates. Companies offering these price points are almost certainly cutting corners, either by using AI-generated content or farming out work to offshore, low-level, and non-English speaking academics.

Another red flag is poor grammar on some companies’ websites. If they can't maintain high standards on their own site, how can you trust them with your academic work?

A legitimate UK essay writing service should also offer a proper support system. If a company doesn’t display a UK phone number, this potentially suggests that they aren’t based in the UK as they claim.

Legitimate UK companies are also required to be registered with Companies House. If a company claims to be based in the UK but does not display a valid UK company number on their website, or refuses to provide registration details when asked, this should raise grave concerns.

Similarly, always check for prices in pounds, especially when dealing with UK services. If a business is listing its prices in US dollars rather than UK pounds, it might indicate that the company is not operating in the UK and may well be misleading potential customers.

If you're unsure, the best way to judge a company is by reaching out to them directly. Speak to them, and then speak to us—you will see the difference for yourself.

At Oxbridge Essays we’re always happy to answer your questions, share genuine reviews from real clients, and provide examples of our work before you place an order, so you can make a much more informed decision.