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Verizon Authorized Retailer - Russell Cellular
18491 Tamiami Trail, North Port, FL 34287, United States
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Verizon Authorized Retailer - Russell Cellular
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Li
Review №1

I had to order my new iPhone 23 Pro with an expected arrival date of 22 Oct however to my delight it arrived 13 Oct. the set up and transfer of data went quickly and smoothly thanks our salesman Kurtis. I highly recommend!

Na
Review №2

Loved Curtis! He was most helpful in getting me set up with an upgrade. Asked questions to see what I was looking for and took me straight to the item I purchased. In an outta there in no time! Thank you Curtis! Wouldnt hesitate to recommend him to anyone!!!!

Pa
Review №3

Do not buy a phone from Curtis. He asked if we wanted a case and screen protector for our two I phone SE phones. What he didnt tell us is that he charged us over $200 with tax for these two cases and two screen protectors! Beware of this predator and take your business elsewhere. We returned the two SE I phones within a few days as the small screen size and low battery life were just not enough for us. He refused to refund us for the way overpriced cases. A total jerk!

Ch
Review №4

Curtis was great. Got My samsung g3 flip phone. Love it. Best service in town.

Dw
Review №5

Fantastic experience at Verizon in North Port. Curtis was so helpful and patient. He walked us through a bunch of different scenarios in terms of trade-in values and new plans. And he helped us transfer our info to our new phones. He made what sometimes can be a hassle into a pleasant experience!

Gr
Review №6

Curtis was very helpful, knowledgeable, and patient with his customers. A professional no doubt, I will certainly recommend him to others.

Ka
Review №7

I stopped in to get some information about a wifi device and ended up leaving with it. Very good visit...

VE
Review №8

Tony was very helpful, he has a very big heart and very compassionate. I recommend any and everyone to come in and talk to him if the chance is given. He works efficiently and effortlessly with such professionalism.

Jo
Review №9

Excellent customer service! Aaron did a fantastic job!! He was Very friendly, efficient and Knowledgeable. He Made sure I understood everything, did not talk over my head and even laughed at my jokes... I would let this man date my sister.

Au
Review №10

Verry helpful verry clean place staff was verry friendly very smart they knew what they were doing excellent place

Ra
Review №11

If there is only one employee and he is with someone they dont even bother greeting you.I ordered a new tablet that they said they would notify me when it came in, they never did.It seems they really cant be bothered with good customer service. I think this is typical for the industry but......

Ka
Review №12

Levi handled the store well considering he was on his own. I had a seamless transfer of phones from my iPhone XR to iPhone 10 Pro. I’ve been with Verizon for years and I always have a great experience.

Ta
Review №13

Went to the North Port location today and met with Tony. He was very pleasant in answering my questions and made me laugh most of the visit. I appreciate his great sense of humor and patience! A+++++

To
Review №14

I recommend asking for Tony at this store in North Port, Fl. After 4 trips to 2 Verizon stores and 1 hour on the phone with tech support, Tony was willing to take the time to help. He fixed my phone and spewed great patience, knowledge and understanding. We will be sure to buy our phones from him next time. Thank you, Tony!! We appreciated your help!

Da
Review №15

This was the easiest phone purchase I have ever made. I was in and out within 45 minutes, which included transferring my data. While promos were offered, at no time did I feel any pressure for an upsell. Super friendly, easy going and genuinely nice guy. Thanks, Curtis!!

Ju
Review №16

Great service, only thing that could have made it better would be more than one associate working to reduce wait time.

B
Review №17

Levi was very helpful. It was a hour and a half wait, seems they need more then two clerks. You lost a few customers who walked in saw the line and left. The two clerks were doing there best. But Levi was very helpful.

Pa
Review №18

Levi was fantastic and took lots of time with us, explaining things and setting up our new phones. He was very patient

br
Review №19

Knowledgeable Tech ~ able to get me set & out as quick as possible!

Ja
Review №20

The store seemed short staffed and Levi was very professional and quick to attend me and with answering my questions and making sure I had a good experience at this Verizon I will be shopping back for sure

Ca
Review №21

Purchased a new 12 pro max at this store while spending the winter with my parents. The phone had major issues and since I did not purchase at a regular Verizon store there was little they could do to help in MI. (Take heed if you would be in a similar situation) Also when I purchased the store manager not only knew this could be an issue for an out of state buyer, he also said the $17/mo insurance I had to have for the first month he would personally cancel it so I wouldnt have to in the future and deal with having to remember to do so. I hate those hidden fees... Well about 6 months later my husband noticed that I was paying $17/mo for insurance (approx. $102). The worst is when I called the store. The store manager said he would have never promised to do such a thing and proceeded to hang up on me. If he would have been a professional and said there might have been a miscommunication, or that he misspoke and was unable to cancel the fee....I would have not written this review. But be forewarned that if they do you wrong, they will not back their word, or deal with you in a professional manner and no other verizon store can correct your phone issues.

Ka
Review №22

Ive worked with Levi and Tony. They are so patient with old people. All your employees are very polite and respectful.

Mi
Review №23

Tony was extremely knowledgeable. I literally sat back and he took care of everything for me. Wouldnt hesitate to go there again.

Ka
Review №24

I was waited on quickly and the sales rep was knowledgeable and competent. I did not feel pressured to purchace more than I needed.

Al
Review №25

Levi was super helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.Even though we went on a busy Saturday, all the staff made sure we werent overlooked and did their best to help everyone in a timely fashion.

Di
Review №26

Brian, although helping to train a new employee was very attentive! He was waiting the extra time for. He wanted to make sure we got the best deal and throughly explained everything! Didn’t intend to buy a new phone today, but so happy we did!

Sh
Review №27

I received excellent, timely and friendly service at the Russell Cellular Version site for in North Port. The salesman was very knowledgeable and seemed to care that I get the plan and equipment that fit my needs.

Sh
Review №28

I dreaded the thought of the long period I would spend getting my new phone. Boy was I wrong, Levi was terrific. In and out in no time. Very pleased with my experience and Levi was excellent.

Ir
Review №29

Curtis was a delight and made the process of purchasing a new phone easy. Thumbs up 👍.

Pe
Review №30

Russells didnt have what I needed but what I needed was a little far-fetched but the service there was fantastic they were nice to me and they pointed me in the right direction.

Ro
Review №31

I have never had a bad experience at this store, all personnel are very knowledgeable and experienced and go above and beyond to assist clients

br
Review №32

Aaron was extremely polite & really cared about making sure everything was set up on my new phone and that I was able to log into all my apps and social media with ease.

Aa
Review №33

Awesome store unlike port Charlotte Verizon store. Levi was great help treats you like a valued customer. Had a great experience found my new Verizon store 😁

Er
Review №34

Levi is great and very smooth transition

Su
Review №35

Tony was Awesome!!! Great service! Great experience!Very knowledgeable!

Le
Review №36

Nice store, good inventory, knowledgeable staff. Very pleasant experience.

Jo
Review №37

I was helped as soon as I entered the shop. The young man who helped me was professional and personable! I am thrilled with my choice!

Di
Review №38

Curtis followed through with his words on getting my phone fixed & calling weeks after as promised to offer insurance. Very good experience with him.

An
Review №39

Thank you!!!! I couldnt say enough about how knowledgeable and helpful Curtis was for me! I had a fairly difficult situation, Curtis was brilliant with his patience, his willingness and ability to search out all options and his kindness while doing it! This is my go to Verizon store moving forward. Thank you so much Curtis for solving my issue, saving me the most and taking the time and patience so I understood!

Sh
Review №40

Long wait but my new phone is great and didnt have to do any of the work to switch phones! Yeah.

Ni
Review №41

Levi was a great help and got me set up with a new phone in no time!

Ro
Review №42

Spoke with a gentleman with tattoos and gauge earrings (I didn’t catch his name). Very cool dudeAnswered my questions. Explained my options. Made changes I was trying to make at a different store to save me money.He saved me $45 a month this without changing what I use (data etc). I was paying for stuff I didn’t need.This is my second 5 star review for this store. Surprised to see some of the other lower star reviews.Would not hesitate to recommend.

Ba
Review №43

We had a very positive experience each time we were handled by Curtis the Manager of the store. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

ja
Review №44

Experienced staff very helpful in picking a plan and new phone. Very friendly also

KY
Review №45

Just got 2 new phones here. Worked with Jesse and he was great to work with. Answered all questions and then found additional promotions that we could use on top of the BOGO offer.Great service and attitude by the staff.

JA
Review №46

Tony helped me transfer my line to Verizon. What a great employee! It was all very smooth!

Ra
Review №47

What a great experience updating my old iPhone to the latest model at the Verizon Store at the CocoPlum plaza. The guys Levi and Curtis were awesome and efficient. I’ve never been in and out of a cell phone store so quickly! They even had me cracking up the whole time. Thanks guys. We will be back for more goodies.

Ru
Review №48

I was quoted a price and when I checked the prices, the price was $150,00 cheaper. I mentioned it when I went to pick it up. Vinny checked it out, and I was right, so I was able to get the sale price for the product. I m very happy with the service I received there.

an
Review №49

I bought puregear screen protection from them on October 18 now being October 22 .the screen protection slid right off the phone .went back the refund and they would not give it to me they said it has to go thorough the manufacturer. Well I just got ripped off for 49 $$$$$$$. Not a true representation of verizon store. Moral stay away from the knock offs stores that miss represents verizon and do not stand by what they sell. Read the back of there policy false they do not stand by it

Ka
Review №50

Curtis was so helpful and polite!

Bi
Review №51

Tony took great care of us. Very pleased with his service.

Ke
Review №52

Thank you for taking the time to answer all our questions about our new IPhone.It was nice not feeling rushed.

Ji
Review №53

Curtis was great. He got me all set up with my new prepaid. Fast and helpful

Lo
Review №54

He was very knowledgeable about what he was doing. Great at multi tasking even though I was talking to him while he was zipping through the set up. Would like Curtis to take care of us anytime we have to go to the North Port store.

Sh
Review №55

Vincent was great. We were in the area for a short getaway and we popped in to get the screen protector on our daughters phone replaced. He was quick, efficient and pleasant.

St
Review №56

Amazing experience with this Verizon. Staff was very helpful with helping me pick the right phones for my wife and I. Also informed me about a promotion on the Apple iPad, so we bought 3, one for us and 2 for the kids. Super convenient they work on the network so always connected. Best customer and sales experience Ive had in wireless.

Co
Review №57

Sales associate at this store was exceptionally helpful with addressing a spam caller issue I was experiencing. Outstanding demonstration of great customer service.

Ei
Review №58

I just bought a phone online and picked it up at Verizon in Port Charlotte. They never. Offered to set it up for.Stopped here on my way home Curtis set it up for me and sent me on my wayI appreciated the help.Thank u

Jo
Review №59

Jesse was great to work with. He was professional, funny, and was able to set my new phone up in a timely manner. Would recommend this store and Jesse to everyone. Thank you!

Ch
Review №60

I went in to get a new phone today and Jesse was supppeerrr helpful and very funny!! I felt like I was in and out with no problems and he gave us contact information in case we needed to come back or had any question!! Highly recommend

Pa
Review №61

Levi, was great, very helpful and polite

Ro
Review №62

They know what they are doing,cant say that about the Venice store, stopped in Venice first and was No help, when to russel, and they fixed the problem

Lu
Review №63

Curtis was knowledgeable and able to explain my new purchase from a 7 iPhone to 12 pro max

Jo
Review №64

One of the best experience at a phone store Ive ever had. I was helped by an employee named Tony. He was very professional and helpful. Will definitely be recommending and giving my business again.

Ga
Review №65

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Aj
Review №66

Quick and easy service from Tony. Great people skills and sense of humor.

Ja
Review №67

Service is excellent would recommend to anyone looking for a new cell phone provider

Ra
Review №68

Curtis was awesome!! Very helpful!!! Highly recommend him

Su
Review №69

Tony was very professional and courteous. He exceeded my expectations and got me in and out efficiently with little to no hassle.

Li
Review №70

Curtis has excellent customer service skills.

Ro
Review №71

Please understand this is a Verizon RETAILER and they will in fact charge you a set up fee that they claim is not negotiable. That’s exactly what happen to me. All they did was turn it on and and showed me a few things that I already new and most people Know. Go to the Verizon store and save the money and aggravation.

Ch
Review №72

Aye Vincent knows how to sell phones manGreat guy, happy with my purchase

Kr
Review №73

Dustin assisted me and my husband with setting up our own plan and I can honestly say he is one of the best, if not the best, cellular sales employee Ive ever worked with! Extremely helpful and kind. The process was lengthy but he made it incredibly smooth. Also, thanks to the very knowledgeable Justin for assisting in the process as well!

Cl
Review №74

Love doing business at this store always helpful and courteous.

sa
Review №75

Jesse was awesome!! Very helpful and all around great experience because of him.

Ka
Review №76

Tony was the best!! He set up my new phone transferring everything from my old phone. He also showed me some updated things on my new phone, like the camera.

Ir
Review №77

Levi was great, very patient and helpful. Recommend him highly.

li
Review №78

Great Customer Service!

Wi
Review №79

Tony was great. Great picth.

Ci
Review №80

Long check out time with hard time keeping social distancing. Clerk did wipe down between customers though. Good prices w things purchased.

Ta
Review №81

Curtis and his team are utmost professionals! Solved my problem in minutes-I was in and out. I highly recommend this store.

mi
Review №82

Very happy with Jesse, he helped us with our new phones and plans.

Tr
Review №83

Great job the help was great

Da
Review №84

Really had great service with Justin, he answered our questions he was quite knowledgeable about his products and services. He was very open and honest about the difference between the corporate store and his franchised store. Would return to the store, and would recommend this store to others.

Jo
Review №85

Expensive. Went with boost. Unlimited data on four lines with four free decent phones all for 100 a month. 130 a month from verizon for two lines....2 gb only. And the phones were expensive. So happy i switched. The service seems to be the same in the port charlotte area. I dont leave much.

Ka
Review №86

Gary at Russell Verizon was exceptional. He was patient and helpful and definitely looking out for the customer. Although we have a Verizon closer to us we will only go to Gary at Russell Verizon because of his customer service. He was genuinely helpful.. something that is hard to find these days.

Ly
Review №87

Can’t say enough good things about Vincent ! He was so helpful and patient.

Lo
Review №88

Fast and friendly service!!

Pe
Review №89

I have never been to a store that is this incompetent . I can’t even describe how bad they were. They have a serious problem in customer service I will never walk into this store again. Go to port Charlotte and they will show you how to treat a customer !

Mi
Review №90

I always get my issue solved. Very knowledgeable & helpful.

Ca
Review №91

Outstanding service made a customer I recomend Jesse very good

Ma
Review №92

Asked for help to better my existing service, but they rather try to upsell additional services

Mi
Review №93

Great people

Li
Review №94

Friendly staff. VERY helpful & patient.

Fr
Review №95

Horrible deals they don’t even come close to any great deals other local Verizon Franchises offer their customers. I do not recommend this place at all to anyone!

Je
Review №96

It took me over 2 hours to add 2 new lines to my account. It took 4 calls into the support line and over 5 times to check in with the manager on how to do something. Nobody seems to know what theyre doing and after all the aggravation and ordering 2 new phones, they still wouldnt give me a discount in a phone cover to improve customer satisfaction. I went to another Verizon nearby and they gave me a discount on a phone case without even purchasing anything. Wont go back.

Er
Review №97

Levi was a big help. Very informative.

Ch
Review №98

1 employee working in store. He told us that have 5 total working there and open 7 days a week. They do not honor corporate prices, charge unnecessary fees and tell you upgrades require mandatory warranty insurance for 15 days. Had to go thru BBB/ corporate for adjustment. Will never go back here. Buyer beware, go to corporate store on 41 and Cochran

Mi
Review №99

Customer service was wonderful the salesman took the time to listen to what I needed in a phone and explain the pros and cons of the two I was looking at. I have never had bad service with any Verizon store and so I always expect the best service.

St
Review №100

I have never been a fan of Verizon. Few years ago they were adding games to my bill and overcharged me almost 400$ in a course of 6 months. So when my friend went to Verizon I told her good luck and explained what happened. She switched right back over to her original carrier.6 weeks later, with proof of return in hand, Russel Cellular withdrew 900$ from her account. She has now been fighting with them for 2 weeks and JOSH from this establishment told her he would take care of it.Do not use this place to buy a phone, they will steal your money and then fight with you why and drag their feet even though what they have done is illegal.Come to find out this establishment put in the system instead of product being returned they put it as a lease buyout. Clearly someone needed the commission check and thought it was ok to rob the customer.You will be robbed and cheated out of your money here, DO NOT BUY A THING FROM HERE

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  • Address:18491 Tamiami Trail, North Port, FL 34287, United States
  • Site:https://russellcellular.com/?y_source=1_NDE2NTc3OS03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D
  • Phone:+1 941-426-7777
Categories
  • Cell phone store
  • Electronics store
Working hours
  • Monday:12–5PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–8PM
  • Thursday:9AM–8PM
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:9AM–8PM
  • Sunday:9AM–8PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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