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Hotcold Studio LLC
Al Quoz
Hotcold Studio is a photography and videography rental space in Al Quoz, useful for booking a studio or sourcing photo, lighting and video gear for a shoot. Reviews highlight smooth rentals, practical guidance for newcomers and a well-equipped day light studio.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
198 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Broad rentals
Customers describe finding almost everything they need in-house for rental, from studio resources to production gear.
Equipped studios
The studios are described as clean, comfortable and well equipped, with a day light studio singled out as stunning.
Reliable service
One long-term customer reports nearly 10 years of seamless service and says it has continued improving.
Warranty support
A customer received a free replacement for a five-year warranty product despite not having the receipt.
Workshop venue
The space has hosted a Nikon School workshop and was described as fully equipped with helpful staff.
Fresh coffee
Several reviews mention complimentary coffee, including freshly brewed coffee during a rental.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check parking. Ask about parking before your shoot; a recent customer reported a parking problem despite liking the studio.
Confirm cooling. For lighting-heavy shoots, ask about air-conditioning beforehand: one review reported 33C inside the studio.
Confirm details. Get rental or purchase details confirmed before arriving, as some reviews report unanswered enquiries and inconsistent sales communication.
Check charges. Ask for the full cost of each item before paying; one customer specifically disputed a 100-dirham profit on a cable.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Warehouse #1, Street 20C, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
Al Qouz Ind.third - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Parking trouble
One recent review liked the studio but specifically flagged parking as a problem.
Weak air-conditioning
A reviewer found the studio reached 33C under photography and film lights, making conditions uncomfortable for crews.
Sales inconsistency
Reviews include complaints about unanswered enquiries and poor communication, although one customer later reported management improved the experience.
Price concerns
One customer called the business expensive and questioned a 100-dirham profit on a cable.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
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“but for a cable you gyys charged 100dirhams of profit”Google review · November 2020
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The Bottom Line
Hotcold Studio is a practical base for photo and video production in Al Quoz. You can rent a studio, hire photo or lighting equipment, and use the team’s advice to work out what your shoot actually needs. That last point matters for beginners: one first-time customer said the staff recommended the necessary kit without making the rental feel difficult.
The reviews point to a well-equipped setup rather than a bare room. Customers mention a dedicated day light studio, comfortable studios for long shoots, and a Nikon School workshop held on site. Equipment coverage is broad enough that one reviewer found almost everything needed for renting in-house.
Complimentary freshly brewed coffee is a small but recurring touch during visits. Service is usually described as responsive, friendly and professional, with some customers returning for years. There are two practical cautions.
Parking has been a problem for at least one recent visitor, so ask ahead. More importantly, a review reported the studio reaching 33C under photography and film lights; check the cooling situation if your production uses hot fixtures or several teams. Sales communication has also been uneven in isolated cases, so confirm availability and total charges before travelling.