I bought a new cellphone (Samsung S20 FE) at Best Buy in January. And I got a protection plan via Geek Squad with it for $ 150 extra.
Now end of April, I needed the insurance, because the screen of my phone is broken.
But - I didn't want them to replace my phone ($ 200 deductible). I wanted them to fix it. Regarding to their website, this particular repair would cost me $ 60.
After I drove 45 minutes to the Flower Mound location, they told me, that they can't fix this particular model. Because they can't get the parts for it. They only offered me the replacement for $ 200.
So - in my opinion there is a difference between $ 60 and $ 200. It's a $ 140 difference!
But - I paid the same money for the insurance with this phone model. They didn't tell me that they can't fix it before I bought it. And they really don't care.
They had decent ratings and that why I took it. But now - I know they are not worth the money.
Update: We contacted the BBB about this issue. But - Best Buy / Geek Squad is still refusing to fix the phone.
They just don't care! They don't honor the contract! And - other companies (UbreakIfix) are able to get the parts and could fix my phone.
Update 2: UbreakIfx was able to get the parts. They fixed my phone in no time. And I canceled the plan with Geek Squad.
My advis: Don't use them! Don't give them your money.
I really hope they go out of...
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