**UPDATED REVIEW** 5 Star experience
Turns into 1 Star
My husband and I visited the Best Buy Outlet in Springdale, OH on March 13, 2026 to purchase an LG washer. We have purchased multiple appliances from this location in the past, including a refrigerator and stove, and have always had great experiences—largely due to Cahl, who consistently provides excellent customer service and genuinely looks out for our budget and long-term satisfaction.
This time, we selected an open-box washer that was labeled as Geek Squad inspected and in excellent condition. However, upon delivery, the unit immediately displayed an error code and did not function. We also discovered additional physical damage that was not present at the time of purchase.
We contacted Best Buy by phone and were advised that, due to the washer being defective on delivery, we could exchange it for a new unit and have the price difference adjusted. We were told this would require a manager override in-store.
When we returned to the store, a sales associate was very understanding and agreed with that resolution. Unfortunately, when the manager, Brad, became involved, the experience changed significantly. He was dismissive and unwilling to honor what had already been approved, stating he would not exchange the open-box unit for a new one. Instead, we were directed to choose from other open-box units that had visible cosmetic damage, which is exactly why we selected the original unit.
Due to the lack of support and the tone of the interaction, we decided to return the washer entirely and purchase the same model brand new from another retailer for nearly the same price.
This situation could have been easily resolved, and we would have preferred to continue doing business with Best Buy. Unfortunately, the handling of the issue by management is what led us to take our business elsewhere.
I do want to recognize Cahl for his continued professionalism and outstanding service—he has always made our previous experiences great. This experience, however, was disappointing due to the lack of customer-focused resolution from management.