Whether you’re new to Kratom and looking for a first time source or a veteran user that’s already loyal to a particular vendor, you’re probably always curious when you find a new place that sells this amazing compound. And if you’re here reading this, you’ve obviously at some point come across the Kratom vendor that is, Happy Hippo Herbals.
So, what’s the deal? Maybe you stumbled across them yourself or saw them recommended on a forum, or were recommended by Chris from the self improvement site GoodLookingLoser (the guy that owns Happy Hippo) and want an outside opinion on them.
Well, that’s what I’m going to do. Located in Boise, Idaho, Happy Hippo is a relatively young company so I’ve noticed it doesn’t get much exposure as of yet in the online Kratom community, so hopefully you find my thoughts helpful. I’ve tried a number of Kratom vendors over the years and have a number of experiences with Happy Hippo, so I think I’m in a pretty good position to make an honest review of the company.
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My Happy Hippo Herbals Review
Lets get to it, shall we? I guess the best way to review Happy Hippo is to consider what the most important qualities of a Kratom vendor are, specifically: quality of the product, quality of service, price, ease of making an order and the selection of strains available.
So, How Good is Happy Hippo Kratom?
The most important factor when considering a Kratom vendor is obviously the quality of the Kratom itself! I don’t care how cheap it is, how fancy the website is or how good the company says it it, the proof is in the pudding! There’s a World of difference between good and bad Kratom.
I’d tried Kratom from a number of different suppliers over the years (some good, some bad) and decided to give Happy Hippo a try in 2013. And at first, it sucked. For my first few burns, I always got a slight “heady” or drowsy feeling synonymous with using too much even though I was “only” burning about 5g. “What the hell?”, I thought at the time, “5g is a pretty low dose and I feel like this? This is crap!”
Even for good vendors I’d used in the past, 5g was a pretty low starting point. After giving it some thought and reflecting on the initial few experiences, however, I indeed identified the effects I was getting as signs of a slight overdose.
A little skeptical, I tried Hippo again, this time with a very low dose burn of around 2g (as per my Kratom dosing guide) and worked my way up from there. The difference was enormous! I was surprised that even at around 2g – 3g I would feel the slightest positive effects. That small a dose with other vendors I’d used just wasn’t even worth considering; it would be pointless.
I worked my way up to find my sweet spot at around 3.5g – 4g and that’s when the Happy Hippo really started showing me some love. Now we’re talking! Happy Hippo Kratom is pretty damn potent and even to this day, 3.5g – 4g is all I really need of most strains, if burned on an empty stomach.
I consistently get high quality aromas from Happy Hippo with half the amount of Kratom I would require from other suppliers. And compared to straight up low quality Kratom (the type you find in headshops) frankly, there is no comparison. This is real Kratom.
Aside from clearly having a very good source, I would say Happy Hippo’s Kratom is most definitely very fresh. They probably have a high enough turnover of the product to always have fresh batches in stock and this makes a World of difference.
So as far as product quality is concerned, Happy Hippo Herbals gets a big thumbs up from me. In my personal experience, it’s the best Kratom I’ve tried; potent at a low dose and seemingly very fresh.
So the Kratom itself is good, but what about everything else?
What is Their Service Like?
Another important factor when buying anything online is obviously the help and support on offer, should you need it. In my experience, Happy Hippo Herbal’s customer service is top notch. Before making my first purchase, I sent in a couple of emails enquiring about delivery and my questions were answered fast and in a friendly manner.
I’ve always received a little personalised, handwritten note with my order which is always a nice touch too. I’m sure everyone who buys their Kratom gets one but it’s still nice to see and requires effort on their part.
More significantly, Happy Hippo never fail to over deliver with their orders. Their Kratom is sold in 1 oz and 4 oz bags but if you weigh them when they’re full, there’s actually a bit more in them! What’s more, I always get a free sample or two of other Kratom strains in with my order. I’m not kidding! If you’ve read other Happy Hippo Herbals reviews, you’ll see this is a recurring theme.
As yet, I can’t fault Happy Hippo on service. Emails have always been answered promptly, care is clearly taken with each order and you always get a little bit more than you paid for :).
Happy Hippo Kratom Looks Expensive! Why?
Now, let’s talk about price. Happy Hippo is actually a little more pricey than alternatives both online and offline. Not drastically and not always but you can certainly find Kratom elsewhere for less money.
For me, this is almost irrelevant. If you compare Hippo Kratom to other vendors, in most cases you’re not actually making a fair comparison. You’re not comparing apples to apples. Happy Hippo Kratom is so much better that it’s on another level.
Besides, when you consider the fact you will require a smaller dose in comparison to other brands, I’m pretty sure the price of Happy Hippo works out equal, if not cheaper! You require less so what you have lasts longer.
Additionally, you can currently get a huge 20% discount off your order if you pay using Bitcoin. This is legit so I would absolutely encourage you to take advantage because it probably won’t last forever. Here’s how to pay with Bitcoin at Happy Hippo, even if you’ve never used Bitcoin before.
Is it Easy to Buy From Happy Hippo Herbals?
I think another good criteria to judge a supplier on is the ease of making an order and the overall user experience when it comes to purchasing on their website. Some stores are just a pain to use and with Kratom essentially being a drug, sometimes the ordering process isn’t always straight forward. Despite being legal, vendors of these types of products often find it hard to get payment processors and can’t use the likes of Paypal.
In the not so distant past, Happy Hippo Herbals was actually a little inconvenient to buy from for this very fact. They didn’t have the ability to pay by credit card on the site so the main option was Dwolla (similar to Paypal) which required you creating an account with them and sending the money that way. And that wasn’t an option for International customers. It was all a little archaic given the current technology and expectations we have for buying online these days.
Thankfully, Happy Hippo Herbals now has the ability to accept credit cards like a regular online store and Bitcoin, as mentioned above, so is now more than adequate in this department. The website isn’t the fanciest in the World but it’s clear, easy to navigate and will accept coupon codes. 🙂 They do still offer Dwolla, incidentally, if you’d prefer.
Do They Offer Many Kratom Strains?
As you should know, there are many different types of Kratom with different potential effects. Different strains are great for different purposes so you’ll want to have a good selection to choose from. What’s more, if you are or intend to be a daily burner, you want to rotate strains everyday and ideally have a week between burning the same strain to avoid a tolerance. So that’s at least 7 strains required!
You’ll be pleased to know that Happy Hippo Herbals have a great variety of slow, moderate and fast Kratom strains so they’ve got you covered. At the time of writing this, there are about 15 options in their inventory so you’re guaranteed to find a good variety that work for you.
Here’s a table to show you which category each strain belongs to:
They also sell a product called Phenibut. You can read more about Happy Hippo Phenibut and purchase it on their website here.
In Summary
Hopefully up until this point, I’ve given you a good overview on what I think you would agree are the most important factors when looking to buy kratom online. Here’s a summary of my Happy Hippo Herbals review:
The Positives
- Without doubt Happy Hippo Herbals offers the highest quality Kratom I have tried as of yet. If I find a better alternative, I’ll let you know.
- You will require less compared to other Kratom sources. This stuff is fresh!
- Excellent customer support. My communication with Happy Hippo has always been fast, friendly and helpful.
- They always over deliver. There’s actually more in a bag than they say there is and they always provide free samples to try!
- The buying process is easy. Their website is simple enough to use and you can pay by credit card like a regular store or even Bitcoin for a 20% discount.
- They offer an excellent variety of Kratom strains in all categories: slow, moderate and fast. Whether you’re a daily or infrequent burner, there are as many strains as you will need.
The Negatives
- Price is seemingly quite high. As I explain above, this is actually a non-issue considering it’s hard to compare Happy Hippo Kratom directly with other vendors (it’s that much better) and it certainly beats the quality generally found in headshops. A little goes a long way.
- Their website is a little clunky. I’m looking pretty hard for negatives here so this is pretty unfair but compared to some online stores, Happy Hippo is a little on the clunky side. Decide for yourself.
- Happy Hippo is located in the United States! If you’re not, you’ll have to pay more to get it shipped internationally. Booo! 😉
So, What Are You Waiting For?
As you can see, it’s pretty hard to fault Happy Hippo Herbals and believe me, I’ve tried. At the end of the day, I’m only interested in getting the highest quality Kratom possible and hopefully via an easy and pleasant transaction. The day any of this changes with Happy Hippo is the day I look elsewhere but as it stands, this is currently the best place to buy Kratom in my opinion and a vendor I can wholeheartedly recommend.
Click Here to Visit Happy Hippo Herbals
(Pssst! You may even find an active Happy Hippo Herbals Coupon and don’t forget about the 20% discount for paying by Bitcoin!)
Agree? Disagree? Have any questions or concerns about Happy Hippo? Let me know in the comments below…
Brittany says
May 20, 2015 at 6:24 pmThey do look a bit pricey, but I think I can swing it. I will give them a try and let you know how I like it! Love the review. Very thorough.
Brian Thomas says
July 17, 2015 at 8:06 pmChris and his company Happy Hippo are top notch and I mention that after just two orders!
Email inquiries are answered promptly and gracious; Orders are sent out promptly and with love…. Product is fresh and of excellent quality. Great young company. I am glad I found them!
BT
Kratom IQ says
July 18, 2015 at 10:25 amThanks for your feedback Brian. Couldn’t agree more.
Trish says
July 31, 2015 at 5:57 amI have ordered from happy hippo twice and both times I have been impressed with the quality of product and speed of shipment. I live in the U.S., it’s sent out the day I order it and two days later it’s in my mailbox. Both times I received a generously sized sample, which is great since I’m new to kratom and would like to try out different strains. If you email and ask, they will more than likely give you a sample of something you request (from what I’ve heard).
Second order, I made a mistake and ordered double what I wanted and they promptly fixed my mistake and offered me a refund via PayPal. I told them to just give me store credit because I will definitely be ordering again. Just wanted to share my experience.
Thanks for the review, it’s what gave me the confidence to order from them in the first place!
Taylor says
September 17, 2015 at 12:10 amI couldn’t agree more with this post. I’ve ordered twice from Happy Hippo and was more than satisfied with the product and the service. I was very skeptical about using kratom for the first time, especially when I needed to have my bank allow the offshore charge. Nonetheless, it was worth every penny. I was a novice and began with only 1.5g and felt nothing and assumed it was useless. With some research, I found that was a very low dose and doubled to 3g. The difference was so drastic and amazing so I think for first time users it’s not uncommon to not feel anything until you find the right dose. They did include a sample of the rockstar hippo which was awesome and my follow up order was 4oz of that. Great great business everyone! To any beginners having doubts like I did, you’re more than safe with happy hippo and won’t be disappointed.
Milton says
November 9, 2015 at 12:22 pmI never heard of kratom until last week on a YouTube clip. Ordered from happy hippo and the fragrance worked wonders. I suffered clinical depression most of my life, this product works wonders. It feels good to be somewhat normal again, I even slowed down in my cigarette habit and have not smoke weed in a week, that is a monumental achievement in itself. God bless this company.
Michele says
December 25, 2015 at 6:34 pmWhat does slow , moderate and fast refer to? I watched a number of you tube videos that led me here. I am a 60 year old female with arthritis. Have been taking tramadol for pain since it was once thought to be safe and non addicting, that, of course is not the case. I am trying to taper but still control the pain. I don’t drink much, use illegal drugs or want anything to make me sleepy…I prefer to be happy and motivated to participate in life. I would very much like a little more info.
Kratom IQ says
December 28, 2015 at 4:50 amHi Michele,
Thank you for your comment. For an explanation behind slow, moderate and fast strains, please read this post. I hope it helps.
Lisa says
December 29, 2015 at 4:19 amI have just found this on utube! Yay! Im quite excited. I have a lot of scar tissue in my legs and it feels like I have no life in them. Percocet is the only thing that helps with getting some life in them but I’m taking them more than I want to, but I have to move… I’m overweight. I’m depressed (not diagnosed). I feel lazy. Paranoid. Sad. . . This is just not who I want to be and I’m always looking for something to help.
How do you figure out what kind to do when..?
Please tell me you ship to Canada.
Is there any way I could speak to someone on the telephone?
Thank you
Kratom IQ says
January 8, 2016 at 1:56 pmHi Lisa,
I wish you the best of luck. Kratom might not be the answer to all your prayers but it may well be very helpful for you. This vendor (Happy Hippo) does ship to Canada. As to what kind to do and when, start reading and learn all you can about this plant. You can start here.
All the best.
info says
January 30, 2016 at 10:11 pmHappy hippo I believe does ship to canada
Kratom IQ says
January 31, 2016 at 6:28 amYup, I believe they ship to most countries where Kratom is legal.
Kristin LaBreche says
January 3, 2016 at 7:40 pmI am a regular Happy Hippo customer and I have received outstanding customer service and superior product. As far as I’m concerned, there is nowhere better to shop for herbals. They are also very generous with providing free samples of new incense to sample. I have been more than pleased with them.
Kristine says
January 15, 2016 at 9:09 pmYeah, Happy Hippo rocks. Outstanding product, outstanding customer service, prompt delivery. What more do you need? Very happy with Happy Hippo.
Matt says
February 1, 2016 at 3:01 pmI’d watch the reviews on HH carefully. They’ve been known to spam forums and blogs. There’s a site called Good Looking Loser, and the blogger raves about HH. Turns out he’s the owner. Sorry, I just can’t trust that site.
Kratom IQ says
April 19, 2016 at 9:35 amHi Matt, thanks for your comment.
Honestly, I’d actually take the claim that Happy Hippo have knowingly spammed forums and blogs with a pinch of salt. Maybe affiliate of theirs have done it but I don’t think they themselves condone that sort of approach.
Chris, the owner of Good Looking Loser, is a stand up guy in my opinion and very open about the fact that he is the owner of Happy Hippo.
I see people on Reddit making the same sort of arguments as your comment… yet they don’t appear to have even given Happy Hippo a chance. If you were to order from them and try their Kratom, you might have quite a different and more positive opinion. Anyway, thanks for your comment.
Holt says
June 12, 2016 at 3:37 pmNow that Happy Hippo have lowered their prices, I really don’t see a reason to use any other vendors!
The quality and service were always excellent like you mentioned in the post. The only downside used to be the extra cost.
Not anymore!
Happy Hippo rocks.
George Danny Smith says
August 12, 2016 at 10:42 pmI have tried about 20 different Kratom vendors and by far hands down Happy Hippo is the BEST !! Price is fair however they could charge more for the quality. 75% of most kratom is garbage. Happy Hippo is the real deal and did I mention fresh. Super fresh product and worth every penny. I assure you that I will never buy kratom from any other company than Happy Hippo ever again. Happy customer here 🙂 D. Smith
Jeremy W. says
November 12, 2016 at 7:08 pmI am new to Kratom. After seeing a news report I had to try it. First order was some red Maeng, not from Happy Hippo (mistake on my part). I ordered it on a Sat night and it took 10 days to receive, was not happy about that. The red maeng was not really what i was looking for, so I decided to try Happy Hippo’s white maeng. I placed my order at roughly 6:45am Thursday morning. Friday was Veterans Day (Thank you to all Veterans for your service). Today is Saturday 1:00pm. I just checked the mail and I have received my product! Wow, I cant wait to try it. Epic shipping. I wont be going anywhere else for my product. Thanks
Jesse says
February 1, 2018 at 6:04 pmI just ordered from HH Tuesday afternoon (express); I just got my order Thursday morning. Very awesome shipping! I’m new to Kratom; I’m looking for relief from opiate addiction and I really hope this works. I was referred to HH by a friend who has experience with them and he said they have great quality. That’s exactly what I need. As soon as I make the jump off opiates I’ll give this a try and leave an honest review.
Randall says
August 19, 2018 at 4:29 pmStumbled across Happy Hippo and after doing much research on Kratom strains and vendors, find that their prices are actually about right. And if you check their Sale offerings you can get some pretty good products at a nice discount price. PLUS, they throw in a small packet (about 1 or 2 burns) in for free! Shipping for me is $7.00 but it is 2-Day Priority via USPS. Not bad at all. I’ve contacted customer service email a couple of times and find they get back to me very quickly. Super nice people, very helpful. Couldn’t be better. Lately they’ve been throwing in a Free 1 oz. Promo packet. What else? Who does that? LOVE the Hippo, they do indeed make me Happy. I highly recommend.
Michael Assarian says
September 22, 2018 at 6:56 pmLet me say this… I placed an order with them 30mins ago… and it is already in the mail with a tracking number… on a Saturday. Second time dealing with HH and I’m blown away by the customer service. It is insane how fast they get things processed. Last time I got Red Hot Hippo and I used it to ease opiate withdrawal. It worked perfectly. Let’s be real… nothing but an opiate is going to alleviate all symptoms… Kratom does a good job minimizing most. Happy Hippo provides solid product with great selection and fast processing. Have you seen a bad review of HH? I couldn’t find one.
Allen says
February 7, 2019 at 10:59 pmI have now ordered 3 times from Happy Hippo, and I find absolutely NO NEED to search for another supplier. I usually by 3 varieties each time, in the 4 ounce size, primarily Slow brands to work with the daily Morphine I must take from severe back injuries from an explosion, and I have NEVER been disappointed. The free sample each order is a nice way to try Faster product, although I am a fan of Slow or Moderate Slow. I wish every new start up business online took a class from Happy Hippo on how to succeed in Customer Service. Keep up the good work!
Dave says
March 27, 2019 at 4:20 pmHappy Hippo is the BEST vendor out there, to my knowledge. Been ordering since 2016 and never had any negative experiences. Great Quality!!!!
sheila fedaczynsky says
May 24, 2019 at 11:18 amlove everything about this happy hippo-will b very big 1 day