I purchased a hair dryer through Best Buy’s website. After assembling it and plugging it in, I received an electric shock, so I unplugged it immediately and decided to return it.
When I brought it to the store, customer service refused the return, saying the item was sold by a third-party seller and wasn’t a Best Buy product. I explained that the website’s return policy appeared to allow in-store returns, but they still wouldn’t help. I asked to speak with a manager, but Nelle spoke to me disrespectfully and told me to leave the store.
Best Buy sells third-party products on its website, but when there’s a problem, customers are left to deal with the hassle themselves. I’ve had no trouble returning third-party items to Amazon, so this experience was especially disappointing. Best Buy should make its return policies clearer and ensure customers are treated respectfully.
Response from Best Buy
October 19, 2026
Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We're concerned to hear about this situation and that the product you purchased isn't working properly. If you can send a private message on one of our social media platforms, Facebook (https://bby.me/vQTmkn), Twitter/X (https://bby.me/63EuUE), or Instagram (https://bby.me/4DMws0) and mention your "Google review #240393," we'll be happy to look into this with you.
Go to micro center for repairs. They actually know what they are talking about, they warranty their work and they cost less than the geeks.
They employees were very nice and knowledgeable about the products they sold.
I never leave reviews, but I’ve never had such exceptional customer service. Despite spending hundreds to thousands at a time when I go here I still look forward to it because of how kind and helpful the employees are. This is the only electronic store I will shop at as long as I live in the area.