Great products and ok service
CAROLINA N
August 07, 2026
Today I went to the Best Buy in Fort Lauderdale to pick up the replacement iPad for my daughter. A week ago, I received a defective iPad, and since a screen protector had already been installed on it, I was told that I would receive a new screen protector at no additional cost when I picked up the replacement.
The manager on duty, Deidra, assisted me. Unfortunately, her attitude was unprofessional from the very beginning. She was dismissive and unfriendly, and when I explained what I had been promised during my previous visit, she simply stated that she had no record or authorization for it and therefore would not provide the replacement screen protector.
What upset me the most was not her decision itself, but the way I was treated. She made no effort to verify the information, look into my account, or try to find a solution. Instead, I felt dismissed and unwelcome. After dealing with the inconvenience of receiving a defective product and having to return to the store, I expected a much better customer service experience.
As a customer, I believe I deserved to be treated with respect and courtesy. This experience was very disappointing, and I sincerely hope Best Buy reviews the level of customer service being provided at this location.
I would also like to recognize Nikolas, who helped me from the very first time I visited the store. He was consistently respectful, professional, and genuinely willing to help. He understood my situation and did everything he could to assist me throughout the process. It is incredibly frustrating to purchase a product that turns out to be defective and have to return to the store to resolve the issue, but Nicolás always made me feel heard and supported. Employees like him make a real difference, and I truly appreciate the outstanding customer service he provided.
Went for a cable Modem, nothing in stock. Staff not very attentive/helpful. Will just stick to ordering online.
I received excellent service from Reagan, who walked me through a problem with my phone. He took the time to help me with a problem I could not have solved myself. I will continue to purchase all my tech needs from this store