THE RANGE — The Range Bank Charge Explained

THE RANGE on your bank statement is a transaction descriptor for The Range, a retail company. The Range is a UK homeware, garden and DIY retailer offering a wide variety of products at low prices. Charges are one-off purchases in store or online.

What Is the THE RANGE Charge?

THE RANGE is a transaction descriptor for The Range, a retail company.

The Range is a UK homeware, garden and DIY retailer offering a wide variety of products at low prices. Charges are one-off purchases in store or online. They usually appear as THE RANGE or CDS SUPERSTORES on your statement.

This code appears on your bank statement because banks display a short payment reference — set by the merchant's payment processor — rather than the company's full trading name. The code THE RANGE is the official identifier that The Range registered with Visa or Mastercard.

Is the THE RANGE Charge Legitimate?

The Range is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your The Range account to review recent activity.

How Do I Cancel or Dispute a THE RANGE Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from The Range by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel your subscription: If you no longer want the service, log in to The Range and cancel your subscription through account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you do not recognise the charge, contact The Range customer support and ask for an explanation and refund.
  4. Dispute with your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, call the number on the back of your card and ask to raise a chargeback on the THE RANGE transaction. Provide the transaction date and amount.
  5. Section 75 rights: If you paid by credit card and the amount was over £100, you may have additional protection under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.

What Other Names Does The Range Use on Bank Statements?

The Range may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About THE RANGE

What is THE RANGE on my bank statement?

THE RANGE is a bank statement transaction code for The Range, a retail company. The Range is a UK homeware, garden and DIY retailer offering a wide variety of products at low prices. Charges are one-off purchases in store or online. They usually appear as THE RANGE or CDS SUPERSTORES on your statement. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Is THE RANGE a scam?

The Range is a well-known, legitimate company. Most charges from this merchant are authorised and relate to purchases or subscriptions you signed up for. If you don't recognise the charge, check your email for a receipt or log into your The Range account to review recent activity.

Why is THE RANGE on my bank statement?

THE RANGE appears on your statement because The Range processed a payment through their card payment provider. The code is set by their payment processor and is the official descriptor registered with Visa or Mastercard. Common reasons include a subscription renewal, a one-off purchase, or a trial period that has converted to a paid plan.

How do I cancel THE RANGE?

To stop THE RANGE charges from appearing on your statement, you need to cancel your The Range subscription or account. Log in to the The Range website, go to your account settings, and cancel your subscription. If you cannot find the cancellation option or do not recognise the charge, contact your bank to dispute it and block future payments.

How do I get a refund for a THE RANGE charge?

If you believe you have been charged incorrectly by The Range, first contact their customer support to request a refund. If they are unresponsive or unhelpful, contact your bank and ask to raise a chargeback. You typically have up to 120 days from the transaction date to raise a chargeback claim. For credit card purchases over £100, you may also be protected under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act.

For more information about The Range and all its known transaction codes, visit the The Range merchant page.