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  • Cricket Wireless has 1.9 star rating based on 800 customer reviews. Consumers are mostly dissatisfied.

  • 16% of users would likely recommend Cricket Wireless to a friend or colleague.

  • Rating Distribution
  • Pros: Price, Affordable prices, No contracts.
    Cons: Customer service, Poor customer service, Custiomer service.

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Diana M Psx

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| map-marker Las Vegas, Nevada

JUST SPENT 3 HOURS TRYING TO GET HELP

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My current phone service is with cricket wireless, there supposed $60 month unlimited plan. (Somehow there are additional charges at times?) ANYWAY, Part of my plan includes HBO/MAX.

I have not been able to use the app for a couple weeks now. EVERY TIME I LOG ON

IT open the app I am presented with a choice to 1. RENEW 2. SELECT MY PROVIDER

WELL, I CERTAINLY DO NOT INTEND TO PAY FOR SOMETHING THAT HAS BEEN INCLUDED UP TO THIS POINT.

I SELECT OPTION 2.

I SELECT CRICKET AND IT ADVISES TO GET A CODE. I SECURE THE CODE BUT WHEN I TRY TO OPEN THE PAGE TO ENTER IT THE APP TAKES ME TO THE SELECT PAGE OVER AND OVER AND OVER.

SOMETIME DURING MY 3 PHONE CALLS WHERE I COULD NEVER SECURE A HUMAN.

I HAD TO SELECT OPTIONS THAT DID NOT APPLY WHICH GOT ME NOWHERE.

CALL #1. ON HOLD 30 MINUTES AI SAID 11, PHONE CONVENIENTLY

DROPPED CALL

CALL # 2. ON HOLD 40 MINUTES FINALLY SELECT THE LIVE AGENT OPTION.

FIRST HE WANTS MY PIN, THEN WANTS TO KNOW IF I CAN LOG ONTO CRICKET APP. SO WHILE I AM TRYING. CALL IS DROPPED.

CANT GET INTO APP BECAUSE BLOODY AI MADE ME CHANGE MY PASSWORD AND NOW WONT ACCEPT IT.

CALL 3. GO THROUGH 10 MINUTES OF AUTOMATED AI CRAP FOR THE 3RD TIME.

WAIT IS 20 MINUTES.

18 MINUTES IN THE APP TELLS ME TO PRESS 1 TO CONFIRM TRANSFER!

I MEAN WHAT THE F.

I CANT GET OUT OF IT IT JUST KEEPS TELLING ME TO PRESS 1 TO CONFIRM THE TRANSFER FINALLY SAYS GOOD-BYE AND HANGS UP.

THE AI DID TELL ME I COULD GO TO THE CRICKET STORE FOR HELP.

PROBLEM TOTALLY UNRESOLVED

HAVE HAD THESE ISSUES BEFORE!

AND MY PHONE IS MY TELEVISION SO YOU HAVE MADE ME MISS 2 EPISODES OF "THE PIT"

PISSED BEYOND PISSED!

WHY DONT THEY JUST HAVE THE AI TELL PEOPLE TO GO TO THE STORE CAUSE FOR ME AFTER A 40 MINUTE DRIVE THERE I THINK I WILL LET THE LORD HANDLE THINGS! CAUSE IF I DO IM GOING TO JAIL!!!@@@#$$%%@@!

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Hi Diana, we will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or X (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****) or chat.

Nathanael J Vjt

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Purchased a new phone sells lady,AliyahDavis, tells me she is putting a charging cord and wall plug in my bag because the new phones don't come with them. When I got to my vehicle realized that she c

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I purchased a new phone. The sales lady, Aliyah Davis, told me she was adding a charging cord and wall plug to my bag because the new phones don't come with them.

When I got to my vehicle, I realized that she charged me 30 dollars for a wall charger and 20 dollars for a power bank, neither of which I needed. So, I went back in to get a refund for the items and was told they don't refund accessories. I was told to come back the next day to speak to the manager, Jasmine Kindred. When I returned, she stated they don't do refunds for accessories and said she would speak to Aliyah about it.

So, their scam at this store seems to be telling you they are adding to your order and it won't cost you, but that's a blatant lie. They are selling you junk off the wall that no one would willingly buy, then they refuse to refund after the scam.

I will not send business to Morgan City LA Cricket. I do like Cricket, just not this store, which appears to be running scams.

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Loss:
$60
Pros:
  • Service is great
Cons:
  • Morgan city store scammers

Preferred solution: Price reduction

User's recommendation: Don't go to Morgan City Cricket

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Hi Nathaniel, We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

Antoneshia S

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Terrible customer service, no live chat support, and etc.

Cricket Wireless - Terrible customer service, no live chat support, and etc.
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I attempted to make a claim online, but the website instructed me to call multiple times. However, when I tried calling, my mobile number was not recognized.

I have been trying to file a claim since receiving my package.

The phone I received was slightly cracked upon delivery from UPS. This crack has now spread, naturally due to a small drop, and I can't get in touch with anyone for replacements or other assistance.

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Loss:
$60

Preferred solution: Replacement I'll pickup

User's recommendation: Idk how this can be resolved honestly without customer service.

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Hi Antoneshia S, We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

Pa M Qpi

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Complaint

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Cricket, you have always been unsatisfactory. I can't believe you're charging me $60 a month because I have MAX, and nobody even told me it came with MAX or offered to help me install it until recently. Initially, the person who sold me this phone and service had a two-SIM pocket in the phone and used the other one for their own personal use. Is that even possible? Yeah, I think it was. This continued until I took it back to the original place and reported there was a problem with my phone because I thought it was hacked as there was another number. At which point, she handed me a brand new phone, claiming it was her mistake. What do you think about that? Either way, you just texted me to tell me you tried to debit my account, to no avail, and there was no payment to be had on bill pay. Of course, there's no money in the bank, but you further told me there would be a $5 charge. This is ridiculous and stupid, since I was informed, when I asked about bill pay, that it wouldn't touch my account until tonight. Furthermore, you scheduled the withdrawal for February 2nd. So now I have three conflicting text messages from you. Thank you so much! You charge way too much; you have no customer service. Your automated system is infuriating with its drawn-out instructions until you press any button. I was on hold for 35 minutes, even though your system claimed it would only be 2 minutes for a phone call or to get someone on the line. Then, when I finally did get through, I couldn't understand the agent. I asked him which language he was speaking, but it was to no use. Then, I questioned him about the potential $30 discount for a connectivity program that he apparently didn't understand. I had to repeat it. Interestingly, he assumed I wanted a refund.

I was then told I couldn't change my plan, which is absurd. If I've paid for this phone, I should be able to determine what I opt for. But most of your representatives told me I can't change my plan. So, I'm going to sever ties with you altogether. I've taken to social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and made it known extensively to anyone I could reach not to use your service. I may even place it in the local newspaper. Yeah, they might not publish it, but whatever! It doesn't hurt to reach out to 4,862 people and tell them about your poor service.

He claimed there was no connectivity program; however, it was hard to tell, as he couldn't speak clear English. Please note that I'm not showing any prejudice here; I just didn't understand him at all. He promised to get a manager, but this led to another 45-minute wait until the line disconnected. Your service is horrendous. Since I got your service, I've told at least 128 people and another 200 through social media not to use it. A satisfying 78% agreed and opted for something different. Your pompous lack of customer service, extended waiting times, and exorbitant charges are unacceptable.

Your reliance on automated systems and computers to bypass real communication is shortsighted. Many websites criticize your brand, and you didn't instigate their creation. My primary reason for contacting anyone in the first place, besides all the aforementioned issues, was that I hadn't received 5G service for the month of January. Most of the time, the signal disappears, it reverts to 4G, or it's not available at all. Therefore, I don't think I should pay you $60 since it hasn't worked half the time and I never knew when it wouldn't. I don't believe I'll get a refund or even a coupon; probably not even a phone call. That's how uncaring and distasteful you are.

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Loss:
$2400

Preferred solution: Full refund

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Christina H Rtr

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Resolved: Can’t get through on phone :(

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Updated by user Dec 08, 2024

A manager named Alejandro actually called me directly . He apologized for the inconvenience that I could not get through.

He was sooo nice and took care of the lines right away AND let me keep my original number on top of it . He also cleared the fees that showed on my account.

He renewed my faith in Cricket . Thank You Alejandro and Cricket.

Updated by user Dec 07, 2024

An actual manager called me named Alejandro . He was so so nice and helpful.

He didn’t hesitate to take care of the phones for me . You know I am going to say, I was kind of iffy at first after the issues but he restored my faith back in Cricket.

My other half has a family plan with 5 lines and they have been with Cricket for almost 6 years now. That’s why I came there and I am still HAPPY I chose and stayed with them

Original review updated Dec 04, 2024
Hello, we have been trying to call since yesterday. We called 611 and at one time, we were on hold for 2 hours and 7 minutes before it just cut off and said, 'Press 1 or say one for a transfer'; however, we didn't push or say anything.

Then today, we called the 800 number and after 12 minutes, it was saying the same thing. Please, please help us. Last Thursday, I went to the Cricket app to purchase a Razr phone for Christmas. I went through the process and bought the phone and service, the whole package.

When I went to check out, it said I already had an account to sign in, which I did. The cart showed the phone as 99.99, service as 60.00, and activation as free (online). When purchasing the phone, I selected 'new number' so we could get the deal. I didn't want it tied to the other phone I had which is (727)317-****.

It is showing online that both numbers are tied to each other and I didn't want that. Can you please fix it for me? Cancel the (727)317-**** number and just have the new phone number on there by itself. I'm not even sure why it combined the accounts without any verification from me or a confirmation of some sort.

Thank you for your time.
Oh I forgot to tell you it shows a balance due for the 9847 # of $25 dollars which confused me because if it was for a full month of service Should it not have been for $60 if it was for the up coming month. Now its $35 but still.

So that raises another question why $25 and if you knew it was a switch lines why am I being charged money when I paid ALL of it up front?? Thank youuu for your time one more time hehe
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Loss:
$40
Pros:
  • Try and take care of the problem
Cons:
  • Can not get through ever

Preferred solution: Help phone service switched over

Aymee T

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Monthly service

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Y'all have double charged my account twice this month and then made me pay the reactivate fee. I want my money back!

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Loss:
$126
Cons:
  • Not good for anything

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Don't use them! They change their prices on you, you can only pay with a credit card, and then they will double charge and not get your money back!

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Hello Aymee! We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or X (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

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Hello Aymee! We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or X (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

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Hello Aymee! We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or X (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

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Allura Coq

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| map-marker Gilbert, Arizona

Bullshiy

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*** that costumer service *** you need to have a phone number that can't find on my email from a phone I purchased on line I can't activate my new phone for that reason dont know my # that's why I can't get passed to speak to a representative ***

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Hi Allura! Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

We are sorry to hear about recent experience. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****) or chat.

Matthew K Gzo

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Being punished for paying your bill

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Updated by user Feb 05, 2025

I've only ever used Cricket and am unaware of other companies business practices.

Original review Feb 03, 2025
Did you know that the only way you can pay your bill without being fined is to pay online with a card? If you use that same card (or cash) to pay at a physical location, it costs you an extra $5.

Pay with a card using their automated system over the phone? Extra $5. They literally charge you a fee to give them money. Buy a phone in the store?

$25 activation fee. Already have their service and buy a new phone from them? $25 device upgrade fee. They also make it intentionally difficult to contact them when you need assistance and actively discourage interaction with their customers.

There are no live chat agents or an email available.

Go to a store during business hours and try your luck with there being a competent employee working that day or call the outsourced customer assistance number and try to communicate effectively, despite the language barrier. I don't understand how charging people a fee to pay their bill is legal.
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Pros:
  • Reliable coverage
Cons:
  • Being charged a fee for fundamental business transactions
  • Being nickel and dimed to death

Preferred solution: I would like to be able to pay my bill without being penalized or treated like an inconvenience.

User's recommendation: Learn to accept being punished for giving them your business

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Hi Matthew! Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

We are sorry to hear about recent experience. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****) or chat.

Kaiana Xay

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| map-marker Burnsville, North Carolina

Service was cut and just payed bill

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I just payed my bill I have my receipt and I my service was cut off I have very important phones calls that Im expecting and I need my service on it was a new guy that was working at the store when I payed the phone so if you can get this problem resolved for me asap that would be awesome thank you for ur time

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Mike A Hwq

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How the *** u goin to temporarily suspend my line

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Cricket Wireless - How the *** u goin to temporarily suspend my line

I put my sim chip in my ipad and you are going to temporarily suspend my line just because im not using it in my phone i pay the bill so what does it matter what device i use it in AngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngryAngry

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Preferred solution: I would like to be able to use my chip in whatever device i want

User's recommendation: Dont use cricket

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Hi Mike, We will be happy to assist you with your Cricket Wireless account. Please feel free to reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****).

Karen S Xus

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To setup bridge pay

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Just let me called back during normal business hours on Tuesday to arrange for payment on my Phone???

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Preferred solution: Customer Service Support

Bradley a Rdc

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The store at 702 n valley mills dr the sales rep is rude foul mouth and i will never buy a phone from cricket wireless ever not if they were the last cellular provider on earth!!! poorly dressed.

I need to talk to someone about the rude, foul-mouthed sales representative at one of your locations. The manager didn't do anything to resolve the problem! It's a store problem.

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Loss:
$350
Cons:
  • Poorly dressed
  • Foul mouthed sales rep
  • Over all just a scummy store

Preferred solution: i dont want anything

User's recommendation: go to metro,mint mobile,any other provider

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Hi Bradley! Thank you for sharing your feedback with us.

We are sorry to hear about recent experience. If you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Support Team on Facebook (m.me/cricketwireless) or Twitter (@cricketsupport) or contact one of our customer CARE specialists at 1-800-CRICKET (1-800-274-****) or chat.

Sandra J Gqa
map-marker Kansas City, Missouri

Pay on time or your charged a reactivation fee . I paid my bill on line the day it was due cricket held it up for processing I guess and didn't take the money til the next day they took my paymentga

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Use They took my payment charged my card then stated I owed 5 bucks for reinstated I didn't know for a week cause it's my son's and I pay the bill I paid on time but they didn't process it until the next day so because of cricket I was late and did it restore my service but said I owe. Them more money to reinstate the phone WTF she told me I needed to pay it A day early to make sure they except it in time I SAID NO I NEED TO CALL MY EX WHOS A LAWYER. WTF ARE THEY CRAZY THEY THEM SELF MADE MY PAYMENT LATE THEN SAID I HAD TO PAY THEM AND WILL NOT COMPESATE ME FOR THE WEEK OF NO SERVICE TAKE MY ADVICE GO ELESWHERE THESE PEOPLE ARE A RIPP OFF WTF SERIOUSLY THEY DIDNT PROCESS IT SND I HAVE TO PAY FOR MY *** I DO A DOUBLE MIDDLE FINGER TO YA

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User's recommendation: Use t mobile

Anonymous
map-marker Bellevue, Washington

Unlock phone

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Tried to put a prepaid card on the phone and it wouldn't work. Nobody can fix this issue from the store to online support to call center. Totally unacceptable

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Anonymous
map-marker Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cannot contact human

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Our son passed away 03-03-25. He has a Verizon phone.

Additionally, we see a charge from Cricket. He is being charged $40+ each month.

We need to cancel the Cricket account. There are no telephone numbers for Cricket that allow us to speak to a human.

Just another greedy corporation providing unaaceptable customer support after initial sale.

HELP!!

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User's recommendation: Certainly DON'T choose Cricket as your cell phone provider.

Jerry L Qrw

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Can I change my due date from the 28th of the...

Can I change my due date from the 28th of the month to the 3td?. When I get my SS check. I am on fixed income.

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Summary

Cricket Wireless LLC is a prepaid wireless service provider. The company was founded in March 1999. Its headquarters is based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Cricket Wireless offers prepaid monthly paid choices. They are as follows: 1GB, Basic, Smart, Pro, and Unlimited. There are no annual contract plans. Basic plan features include: data access plus unlimited calls and texts to Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Cricket Wireless covers 99% of Americans. The company also offers prepaid smart phones for sale. Featured brands are Sumsung, LG, and iPhone. There is also a large stock of accessories including screen protectors, wallets, shields, and cases. All orders get free, 2 business day shipping. There are no overage charges for calls, texts, and data.

Cricket Wireless reviews and complaints

Cricket Wireless is ranked 373 out of 2111 in Telecommunications category

Area Served

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Payment Methods

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