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Mobile Phone Service

Boost Mobile

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 4,969 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 1,510 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/13/2025

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I'm reaching out regarding refunds I have not received for the two separate Boost Mobile orders below. Please issue these refunds as soon as possible. Thank you.Order 1:Order number: **************** Order placed: 7/28/25 Order cancelled by customer: 7/29/25 Order email: ***************************************** Amount paid in taxes and service: $156.14 Last four of credit card used: 5614 Order 2:Order number: 7511-870214-5328 Order placed: 7/14/25 Order cancelled by customer: 7/15/25 Order email: ***************************************** Amount paid in taxes and service: $156.14 Last four of credit card used: 9479

      Business Response

      Date: 09/09/2025

      August 21, 2025



      Mr. ******** *******
      ****************************** NE, Apt. 12
      *****************

       Re:         BBB Complaint #********
                      *************

      Dear ***************************** 13, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 13, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said that you have not received refunds for two separate orders: 7511-870214-5328 under account ending in 7511, and **************** under account ending in 0214, for $156.14 each.

      A review of these accounts found that the refund for order 7511-870214-5328 was issued on August 20, 2025. The refund for order **************** is under review and will be issued (if it has not yet been credited to your credit card account).

      We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      ***** ********
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      ***************************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** ********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/12/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I called boost mobile due to my phone getting stolen. I went to a facility and showed drivers license to prove my identity. Each time I called they were unable to help me replace or get a new phone. I made it back from my trip and even went into the local boost store and he called still not being able to correct the situation leaving me stranded and unable to do business with a continue denial due to not being able to answer secret questions and some pin number they gave me over a year and half ago. With extreme rudeness and uneceptable behavior. Everybody loses their pin number and password. That why they invented lose password and pine number go around. Plus I called when I got back to town with the original 2 phone that they sent codes to but refused to see they are the same owner matter if I let the girlfriend use it or not. Well this to me was stupid and thief by deception. And how or who to get a hold of is a mess. Is it boost or dish network that owns boost **

      Business Response

      Date: 09/09/2025

      August 27, 2025



      Mr. ****** *****
      PO Box 492
      *************************

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      *************

      Dear *************************** 13, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 12, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You stated that your phone was stolen. You were unable to pass security verification with a representative or at a retail store to resolve the issue, and you could not remember the PIN you were given over 18 months ago. You also mentioned the customer service you received. You requested a refund.

      The device with IMEI ending in 6356 has been reported as stolen to prevent its usage by unauthorized parties.

      We are committed to protecting the privacy of our customers. In accordance with that commitment, we take measures to verify that callers are authorized to discuss and/or make changes to an account. These measures include verification of a one-time password sent to the caller by SMS.If a caller cannot verify the account through this method, they are transferred to our account security team for further verification.

      Please be aware that we do not provide security PINs to our customers. This is selected by the customer when their account is created.

      We strive to provide excellent customer service and we regret that your experience was unfavorable. We appreciate your feedback and your concerns regarding our representative(s) will be shared internally with the appropriate personnel; however, a refund is not warranted for this issue.

      Sincerely,



      ***** *******
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:          ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      **************************************
                      ******, CO 80210

                      ***** *****
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/12/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Im going to explain in the best way possible so August 3, 2025 I went into total wireless which is a mobile phone company. I called boost mobile to transfer my pin. The representative refused to give me my pin and talk to me for 30 minutes I try to be polite and he told me that they have a promotion 129 for iPhone *********************************************************************************************************** for three and he said its no worries. Itll just be 150 a month I know because Im pregnant I could freak out really fast so I just went with everything that he said, and said not to worry he was going to provide a technician the following business day which would have landed on a Monday I believe so MondayIm in school and I see that boost. ****** sent me a tracking number. I I said thats strange. Usually a technician would send you a time so I happen to call and I stepped out of school really quick. They gave ***** technicians number. I waited two hours on the phone and they said as much as they would love to help me the representative lied to me and actually being shipped through *** so I had to wait the next day. They told me the phones were canceled and they couldnt tell me because it was confidential and said what are you guys talking about? It wasnt confidential when you took my money. They began being nasty with me over the phone and helpme to get a refund back. It would take 7 to 10 business days so I told them I was not able to do that. They lied and said they would expedite it to 72 hours they never didthat as well. My kids have disabilities and they need phones for school and I am trying to get someone to help me resolve this because cannot practice shady business I have proof of what Im saying because I actually went into a boost mobile store a gentleman named Mo on here and Betal ***********. They disconnected with him and couldnt give him answers that well so Im not special they do that to whoever they feel they can .

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 27, 2025



      Ms. Mattronique ******
      ******************************
      ********, ** 78109 

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************ - *************

      Dear **************************** 13, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 12, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said you intended to order two devices on August 2, 2025, but the agent put through the order including a third device, then it was canceled without explanation. You also expressed frustration with the refund timeline, because you were told it would take 7-10 business days, and with the customer service you received.

      Our records show the device order was canceled before shipment had occurred. Please note: Boost Mobile can deny service on any grounds; for security reasons, this cannot be discussed over the phone. When we spoke, you confirmed that you received refunds of $126.83 and $122.57. Our agents provide a general timeline of 7-10 business days for a refund to allow time for processing and delivery. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      ****** *****
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      *******************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/04/2025

       
      Complaint: 23737094

      I am rejecting this response because: Its outrageous. the amount of lies That were told to me to make a sale and that was not good business practice The amount of time it took to process my refund after being towed a different time was outrageous, especially being that I am a single mother that tried transfer services to get an affordable deal and stay with the company because yall told me that yall had a better offer and to add to the injury left me with no other option but to wait . That behavior is predatory practice, and I was also told that my phone was unlocked. All of these things. I have an audio recordings and again goes to inconsistency because the last time I spoke to a representative higher up at boost, they told me they would review the call. Nothing about the call is being reviewed from what that last message stated..

      Sincerely,

      Mattronique ******
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/12/2025

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      On 8/4/2025, I purchased a flip phone at ****** that was compatible with Boost Mobile to open a new account. I also purchased a $15 prepaid card. While setting up the account online, there were no prepaid plans to choose from. I chose a no contract $35 monthly plan and got a ************ phone number. While on the phone with the company, my service dropped twice. This process took 25 mins. On 8/5/2025, I returned the phone to Target for a refund. I called Boost Mobile to cancel my monthly plan that was paid for by my Discover card. I was on hold for 30 mins waiting for a **** then was told I had to supply my entire *** for them to move forward. I hesitated and questioned this but complied and was asked 3 security questions. Then was told I can not get my $37.22 refunded. On 8/6/2025 after reading complaints on BBB, I found out they have a 30 day money back guarantee if cancelling within the first 30 days and is for service only. I called and was on hold 42 mins and was told I needed to supply my entire ***. I said no, they have on file that I called the day prior. I told them I wanted a refund for my service. The **** said that only pertained to ported numbers, which is having a previous carrier and carrying my existing number over to Boost Mobile. I told the **** that was not written anywhere in their cancellation policy, He said he knew that and gets a slap on the wrist when he tries to mention it to the company. He said I would have to go to a retail store to show photo ID to get my refund. I went to a retail store in ******** Pa on 8/12/25 and was told they would have to call the district manager but since I did not go through that store, they could not refund my money unless it was ported. Again, I said that is NOT in the cancellation policy and was told I had to call the company, which I already did. I feel this company scams people and lies and pockets money by making you wait so long then get the run around. I want my refund!

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 19, 2025



      Ms. **** *****
      ************************************************************************

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************** - *************

      Dear *************************** 13, 2025 , we received your complaint, dated August 12, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You stated that you purchased a phone and signed up for service. You then changed your mind and requested a refund.However, you learned that your service payment did not meet the 30-day money-back guarantee requirements.

      While we understand that you do not agree with the policy, it is clearly stated in our terms and conditions that customers who are eligible may cancel within 30 days of account creation and will have the service fees refunded; activation fees, if applicable, and phone payments will not be refunded. Please note that a successful port-in and AutoPay are both required. For more information, please visit ******************************************************************. If all of these qualifiers are not satisfied within the 30-day timeline, once payment is applied to an account, it is non-refundable.

      Upon cancellation, you remain responsible for outstanding charges, including those for the current billing cycle and any financed devices. Service will continue until the end of the billing cycle, and no refunds or prorations will be issued for early cancellation.

      We regret that your experience was unfavorable.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      Sienna ******
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      *******************************************;
                      ******, CO 80210

      ****** ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/05/2025

       
      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. I still consider this companies practices to be unethical with making customers wait ***** minutes for assistance and asking their complete SSN when none was given to open an account.

      Sincerely,

      **** *****
       
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/11/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I placed 1 online orders with boost mobile on 8/2/2025. I called them on 8/7 because I hadnt gotten any shipping confirmations yet. I was told it takes up to 72 hours. I just got off the phone with them, on 8/11, and they are saying my orders were canceled by their system because Im ineligible and thats all they can tell me. I asked to speak with a supervisor who also told me theres nothing she can tell me as to why they were canceled. Funds were taken from my account on 8/2 and on 8/11 Im being told the orders are cancelled and itll take up to 72 hours to get a refund.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 14, 2025



      Ms. ****** ********
      ****************************************************************************************;

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************ - *************

      Dear ****************************** 12, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 11, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said you placed an order on August 2, 2025, but it was canceled. You were also unable to obtain any information as to why. You requested to receive the devices you ordered.

      Boost Mobile can deny service on any grounds; for security reasons, this cannot be discussed over the phone. Postpaid services also require a credit check (we run a soft credit check, which does not impact your credit score), subject to approval. You will receive a letter within 30 days with an explanation for the denial. We cannot guarantee approval of purchases.

      Two refunds of $126.14 were issued to the card ending in 3948 for the two canceled orders. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing and delivery.

      We apologize for any inconvenience.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      ****** *****
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      ***************************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** ********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/11/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Complaint Summary:Boost Mobile is refusing to release my phone number and port-out PIN despite multiple requests over several days. Their customer service has been hostile and unhelpful, and I cannot complete my transfer to a new provider because of these intentional delays.Complaint Details:For several days, I have been trying to obtain my port-out PIN from ******************** so I can transfer my phone number to a new carrier. Instead of providing it promptly, they have given me conflicting information, unnecessary complications, and rude customer service interactions. This is causing major inconvenience, as I rely on this number for important personal and professional communication.I understand that customers have the right to port their number at any time, but Boost Mobile is making this process deliberately difficult. I am requesting that they release my port-out PIN immediately so I can complete my transfer without further obstruction.Desired Resolution:Immediate release of my port-out PIN and approval for my number to be transferred to my new provider without further delay.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 22, 2025



      Ms. Snowy Fyfield
      ***************
      ********, GA 31415 

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************** - *************

      Dear ***************************** 11, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 11, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said Boost Mobile is refusing to release your phone number despite your multiple port-out requests. You also expressed frustration with the customer service you received.

      Please note that the ********************************* (FCC) regulates phone number portability and Boost Mobile strictly complies with that process. In order for a carrier to initiate a port on behalf of a customer, they must provide pertinent billing information regarding the account where the number is being ported from. This information may include, but is not limited to account number, account holder's name, phone number, five-digit ZIP code, passcode or the PIN that is referenced on the account in question. The information provided is inputted into the port request, which is then transmitted to the customers existing carrier. The existing carrier verifies the number to be ported is associated with the account, and that the account information provided in the port request matches their records. If the information is accurate, the port is approved in accordance with *** guidelines.

      When we spoke, you confirmed your phone number ending in 3297 was successfully ported to a new provider, and you consider this matter resolved.

      We strive to provide excellent customer service and we regret that your experience was unfavorable.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      ****** *****
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      *******************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** ********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/10/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I switched (3) phone lines from T Mobile to Boost Mobile on 8/3/2025 .once activated one of the phone lines we were NEVER able to receive ingoing or outgoing calls and could not use our gps (showed no internet) . We were told that the problem would be solved in ***** hours (it was never fixed even after several calls to them) .. On the second line no GPS (no internet) .. I have paid for the first months service and was not able to use it .. It is now 1 week later and I have switched my service back to T-Mobile.. ************ is the worst .. Nothing gets resolved and they take your money.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 15, 2025



      Ms. ***** ******
      ***************************
      **************************

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************** - *************

      Dear **************************** 11, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 10, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said that you experienced technical issues and ended up returning to your previous provider. You requested a refund.

      As stated in the Boost Mobile Terms and Conditions (which can be viewed on our website ******************************), coverage and quality of wireless services and data speeds may be affected by conditions beyond our control. Wireless services cannot be regularly transmitted through concrete structures, such as buildings, basements, walls, and various other structures. As a result, customers may experience difficulty making or receiving calls while indoors. In addition, data coverage is not available everywhere and service speeds are not guaranteed. ************ speeds may depend on the service purchased and actual speeds will vary. There are gaps in coverage within our estimated coverage areas that (along with other factors both within and beyond our control which may result in dropped and blocked connections, slower service speeds, etc.) may impact the quality of service.Please note that the nature of wireless signal precludes any carrier from providing seamless coverage, and Boost Mobile offers no warranty or guarantee of such.

      Customers who cancel within 30 days of account creation will have the service fees refunded. Activation fees, if
      applicable, and phone payments will not be refunded. Please note that a port-in and AutoPay are both required. For more information, please visit ******************************************************************. Because autopay was not activated on your account, you are ineligible for the 30-day money-back guarantee. Nonetheless, an exception to this policy was made and a refund in the amount of $47.94 was issued to the credit/debit card ending in 9848.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      Sienna ******
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      ***************************************************;
                      ******, CO 80210

      ****** ********

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/08/2025

       
      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.

      Sincerely,

      ***** ******
       
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/09/2025

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Around May-June, 2025 I cancelled my Boost Mobile cell phone service of 2 phone lines *********************** because I was unable to get Apple Watch cell phone service (despite being told by Boost that it was available). Because Boost Mobile has a pay in advance system, whereby one could expect the service to be suddenly cut off if a payment was not made by the advance due date, I adopted the practice of paying substantially in advance to avoid cut off if I forgot to pay some month. Thus when I cut off Boost Mobile changing my cell phone service to another company, I had a credit balance in my account roughly approximating $400. But Boost did not refund me the money which was paid for service I never received. Thus I demand a refund of the credit balance.The amount in dispute now is only very approximately $400.I will not accept an imperious reply like, "We don't give refunds" or "We can't give refunds" (which would be untrue). I did not receive the service I paid for. So I ought to get a refund, on the grounds that I never knew about any unconscionable selfish money grab.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 13, 2025



      Mr. ******** *****
      *****************
      ****************

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************ - *************

      Dear *************************** 11, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 9, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You expressed concern your refund request was denied now that you closed your account.

      If services are terminated before the end of your billing cycle, we do not prorate charges to the date of termination and you will not receive a credit or refund for any unused services.

      The Boost Mobile Terms and Conditions disclose that payments remitted to Boost Mobile are final and non-refundable; any unused funds remaining on an account at the time service is canceled will be forfeited.

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      ***** ****
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      *******************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** Steffani 

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/13/2025

      I tried to contact the Boost Mobile man who left a contact, I think it was a phone number; I called, but did not get through. At any rate my reply to Boost is that it should be deemed an unconscionable greed to grab the money I paid in advance to prevent loss of service.  It was my habit to leave hundreds of dollars in my account, paid way ahead to avoid forgetting to make my payment & getting cut off. As I recall there was about $400 in my balance, much more than the monthly price of my cell phone plan. I would understand not refunding the rest of my month, but the extra money paid ahead is outrageous to grab when I had no idea you would do that.  You saying that it is you policy to grab paid ahead balances does not justify your action.

      ******** *****, formerly ************ & ************.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/08/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased an iPhone 12 on November 23 2023. The device is locked to ****************** network. I had the phone active for over the 1 year stated in the policy for unlocking. Today August 8th 2025 I tried using the phone on another carrier but its still locked. I reached out to boost mobile customer service via phone and online chat and they stated its showing it wont be unlocked until December 2025. This phone should be able to be unlocked by now its almost been 2 years since initial activation and I stayed active with my plan until December of 2024 when I bought a new phone. Do better boost and help me unlock this phone so my son can use it.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 15, 2025



      Ms. ****** *********
      ***************************
      ***********, ** 17307

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************ - *************

      Dear ******************************* 11, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 8, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You stated that you purchased an iPhone 12 with IMEI ending in 7288 on November *******, and have had an active account for over a year. However, customer care has informed you that the device has not been active for 12 months. You requested that it be unlocked.

      Boost Mobile will unlock a device under the following circumstances:

              The device has not been reported as lost/stolen or otherwise flagged as ineligible for unlocking
              The device has been active on the associated account for at least 12 months

      A review of your account found that the device in question was never activated on your account, making it ineligible for unlocking under our policy. Nonetheless, an exception to this policy was made and the device has been unlocked in our system.

      *** Unlock refers to enabling the *** slot of a device to allow insertion of another carriers *** card. Unlocking a device will not necessarily make a device interoperable with another carriers network. In other words, a device designed for one network is not made technologically compatible with anothers network merely by unlocking it. Additionally, unlocking a device may enable some functionality of the device, but not all (e.g., an unlocked device may support voice services but not data services when activated on a different network).

      If there are further questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to contact me at **************.

      Sincerely,



      Sienna ******
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      ******************************************;
                      ******, CO 80210

      ****** ********
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/08/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      My phone broke last weekend. They were offering a free phone with an upgrade than a discounted phone; they that discont phone delivered in three days. I've spoken to five reps so far: everything they have said has turned out to be untrue or a broken promise. It's not a week later and the phone hasn't even shipped yet. The whole premise of me taking their offer was to have the phone in three days. Now, a week has gone by, no phone, hasn't shipped and the purported head manager of boost mobile: Jaden ******** claims that it can take as long as they say it takes and that they did nothing wrong by lying to me. Boost mobile is dangerous, they are toxic and ****** a culture of deception and hiding.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/04/2025

      August 18, 2024



      Mr. ****** ******
      ****************************************>***********************

      Re:          BBB Complaint #********
                      ************ - *************

      Dear **************************** 8, 2025, we received your complaint, dated August 8, 2025, filed with the Better Business Bureau.

      You said that your phone broke, so you tried to take advantage of an upgrade offer that promised device delivery within three days;however, after a week, you still do not have it. You requested a store credit.

      Our records show that the upgraded phone was ordered on August 4, 2025, and delivered on August 13, 2025. Although we strive to meet the delivery standards we set, orders can be delayed for various reasons, such as the security verification process and inventory availability. Please understand that, although a particular device might show as available at the time of ordering, orders are fulfilled in the order they are received. Your request for a credit is denied.

      We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

      Sincerely,



      ***** ********
      Corporate Case Manager
      Executive Escalation Team
      Boost Mobile

      cc:           ****** / ******* Better Business Bureau
                      *******************************************;
                      ******,CO 80210

                      ****** ********

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