REI

4.3
314 reviews
The front of the REI in Friendswood, Texas

About

Camping StoreBicycle StoreShoe StoreClothing StoreSki ShopChildren's Clothing StoreBicycle Repair ShopRecreational Equipment, Inc.
At REI, we love to get outside and play, and we know first-hand the importance of quality outdoor gear. We stand behind all our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and we design our own line of award-winning REI brand gear and clothing. Whether you're new to outdoor adventure or a seasoned pro, we gladly share our enthusiasm for our products--and the trails, slopes and waterways where we play.

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Location

REI
18750 Gulf Freeway, Friendswood, TX
77546, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
314 reviews
5 stars
234
4 stars
25
3 stars
10
2 stars
11
1 star
34

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

While many customers praised the staff for being friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, there were numerous complaints about poor service, including rudeness and lack of assistance.

Product Selection

Customers appreciated the variety of outdoor gear available, but some expressed disappointment over limited selections in specific categories, particularly clothing sizes and certain brands.

Pricing

Feedback indicated that while customers valued the quality of products, many felt that prices were high compared to online options, leading to mixed feelings about value.

Return Policy

Several reviews highlighted frustrations with the return policy, particularly regarding the handling of defective items and the perceived lack of support for returns.
  • MM
    Mt Japan (Akindo musya)
    4 days ago
    4.0
    フレンドリーな店員さんでした。 アウトドア商品を買うなら、この店は外せません。 特に観光でヒューストンに来ても、ジョンソン宇宙センター近くなので、観光とセットで行くのがオススメです。 テキサスのTシャツもオススメです。
  • HC
    Homero Cazares
    Dec 19, 2025
    5.0
    Thank you Sebastian for you expertise and all of your help getting me setup.
  • MM
    Melissa Marshall
    Dec 10, 2025
    5.0
    Great place for all things outdoors!!
  • LH
    Lucas Hugi
    Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
    Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Since moving to Texas, I’ve come to terms with the fact that people generally aren’t as friendly or cozy as they are in the Midwest. But today I got to experience midwestern quality hospitality and a warm welcome from the amazing staff at this location. I’ve been to two other REI locations and the experience was exactly on par, not phenomenal but they got the job done. But this location surprised me in the best way. Katy primarily helped me with shoes, she was excellent. She shared her real world experience to help me make a decision and pick the best product for me. There was another staff member in the footwear department whose name I didn’t catch but she was *very* knowledgeable and helpful. Joseph helped me at the checkout and even though the online system was not working properly, he did everything he could to try and help. All of the staff were excellent and went above and beyond, will definitely make this location my go to outdoors store. I signed up for the membership (which I said I’d never do) purely because I know I will return here for all of my outdoor shopping.
  • KB
    Kennen Bedinger
    Oct 13, 2025
    3.0
    Good selection, but prices are not reasonable

Frequently Asked Questions About REI

What types of products does REI offer?

REI offers quality outdoor gear, clothing, and recreational equipment for activities such as camping, biking, skiing, and rock climbing. They also have award-winning REI brand gear.

What brands can I find at REI in Friendswood, TX?

REI carries top outdoor brands including The North Face, Patagonia, GoPro, Thule, Osprey, prAna, Arc'teryx, Columbia, and Smith Optics.