Using the ACP at Cox I was able to get a laptop at a great price. I ordered it using my cell and after 2 weeks, nothing. I called and a very nice woman told me the warehouse was behind and I should receive my laptop in 5 to 10 business days. Yesterday I received my laptop via FedEx. I had to sign for it, which was great, I did not have to worry about porch pirates. The laptop and charger were well packed. The laptop exceeded my expectations. I do have a couple of suggestions - please provide a link to the manufacturers web site to get their users manual. Your printed guide falls short. Also a Windows 10 guide/cheat sheet would be nice. The last version of Windows I used was XP Pro. read more

They sent me two broken monitors. I wouldn't have purchased the mini PC without a working monitor. I wouldn't recommend them to anybody go elsewhere. The first monitor doesn't work delivered in January 30th 2026. https://youtube.com/shorts/3fJyClssmdU?si=0uj4jfVQ_cTkaUQn Second monitor delivered 2/5/26 it's to big to fit on the tower. https://youtube.com/shorts/vlQsvMmaf08?si=bvufF2URpSrxn0FP It doesn't work if fit the tower https://youtube.com/shorts/gH6p8cQVBlk?si=l8nl5hFZlHDNAmLH read more

Bought whole system CPU the sent had programs preventing using anything. Called they said could return but would take at least 6-8 weeks to return. I took to my regular tech and, after opening, even he couldn't fix. Sent back (after 23 days finally getting shipping label). They called and said opening unit voided warranty...even tho it was their fault. Now out cost of system plus having to buy another someplace else. P.s. they need employees that know something instead of just a warm body! read more

This company is an absolute joke. I placed an order with them 3 weeks ago and never received my product. They finally let me know that they don't have enough of the product I ordered in stock and do not have anything comparable to send instead. They refunded my money and are estimating that it could take a week for me to receive my funds. That is a total month that they had my money. Customer service did not do anything to make the situation right with me. Absolutely unacceptable that it took them so long just to realize they don't have the product I ordered in stock. read more

Been with the internet service of PCs for People for several years before they merged. Im disabled and low income with children. They have my social security info and billing info since its required for service. Now they cut off my internet because I refuse to photocopy a federal ID for them which is a crime under 18 U.S. Code § 701. I had to find other internet so my kids could do their homework. They dont care. Also a photocopy is not a legal id. So for them to require a client to break the law just for information makes them very suspect in my opinion. Especially after being with them for several years without a problem. DONT TRUST THEM. read more

This is the only ACP approved used PC provider that Cox cable provides. I had no choice but to use them. I ordered what looked like a good laptop on 1 December. Not a single word about when it is going to be shipped. according to the description I should be getting a new (ish) Intel i5 laptop with 4GB of ram. My Dell Vostro 3500 is falling to pieces, so I need something new. After reading these reviews here, I am very apprehensive about ordering the laptop that I ordered. HOWEVER, they contacted me when my order was shipped and I was impressed with the laptop that they sent me. It was worth way more than what I paid, and the windows 10 pro operating system was completely up to date. There is just a blemish on the touchpad. I realize now that they have to prepare these computers and set them up so that they can be personalized by the user when they receive them. And that takes time, especially if they have a lot of orders. Whenever I order things on eBay or Amazon I get those things practically the next day. But this is not quite the same as ordering from them. And I have heard numerous complaints about refurbish computers ordered from Amazon, whenever you are ordering refurbished, it's a risk. In my case I was sent a computer that was in great shape. read more

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You guys, do not trust this company with your payment information! They will continue to charge you for services they have not provided and that you have cancelled! They have charged me $180 and DID NOT PROVIDE THE SERVICE!! They have absolutely refused to refund my money even though they have ADMITTED to not providing the service!! They will force you to get a new credit card number because they WILL continue to charge you! DO. NOT TRUST THESE PEOPLE! read more

I've gone to PC's For People for many years. They were always nice and at the time one location in the nation. Even 4 years ago they were nice and had quite a few more locations. Something changed in the last 4 years. I notice now even many more locations in major cities. I bought online one of their "Best" computer systems at $150. So I went to pick it up at their location and for me with no car major time. The clerk said no you can't pick up your purchase here they come from anywhere nationwide it comes in mail only. There is no note at the website where you buy it that you must do that. I was polite and thanked her. I received it in the mail and the return address was from exactly that same location. Then I needed a repair some time later, something I know doesn't take long. I had my memory stick and said I had on it a note to the technician if she would print it for me as I don't own a printer. Two feet away from her was a nice big printer and she said "We don't have a printer." So then the clerk next to her printed something so it was working perfectly fine. So I took my computer out of packaging I hauled it there in, put it on her desk, filled out the paper and then she said, "It will be two weeks." I was shocked but didn't complain and then she tersely added there are many besides me, which I never indicated that I wasn't being inconsiderate. Also before on the phone I spoke to a lady at that same St. Paul location, the lady was of the same voice that records the automated info when you call. The package deal is a monitor comes with it. I had made my purchase online. So I said I didn't need another monitor and if I could exclude that and get a discount. I purchased it right away because the note with the ad says how many left in stock. She said no. I asked why and she just in a rude tone said that's the way it's done. So I was being forced to buy it but was not complaining as I am grateful for their charitable service. I know they are a charity but it seemed yet another strange rule. I also said I wanted to change my purchase to get more memory capacity and pay more for that. She also rudely acted like it was an invalid request and said no I would have to cancel my order, no refunds for 7 to 10 business days, and must reorder completely and pay again. So that locked up twice the amount of money as I needed the computer very soon and had to wait until the first of the month and still no refund but had to buy right away. I didn't complain and was polite, but another strange rule. I politely asked if there is someone there I could ask if they could make an exception. She tersely put me on hold then returned to tersely say no exceptions. I didn't complain and thanked her politely, but wow, something has changed a PCP! Is there new ownership? The front desk clerk when I was there in person I heard her say at one fleeting point "our company" but didn't question it but that made me wonder if things had changed but was grateful and polite. It's almost like PCP being a charity is now a kind of oxymoron. I still appreciate them and get unlimited internet at a very low price and remain very grateful. It's not easy trying to help many but I think things have changed... read more

I recently received my second laptop from PCs for People. The mother board on my first one died but it served me well for the long length I had it. The one I have now is smaller and much lighter in weight and I love it so far. The price was reasonable and it's a Dell laptop. I am very happy with my purchases through PCs for People. read more

Worst experience i've ever had with a computer. Stopped working a week in. Sent out to get fixed and got back. Cord stopped working again, and a screen issue. I sent pictures along with what the problem was. Sent it back...received an email that they were done and didnt fix ANYTHING because it wasnt covered under insurance. What is the point of explaining (with pictures) prior to send out and receive back a stll broken tablet? Why was an option for me to PAY not offered? If your finances are low, this should be your LAST CHOICE. Please, do not waste your time nor money on this company, they do NOT care about you or your pc. read more

This company was ok 10 years ago, but all I read just now were Zero to one Star Reviews! Customers all HATE their products and experience with Customer Service! Why are your agents being RUDE? Why don't you double check what you pack to send out to your buyers?? Why do you not reply to them? I was going to come in & get another laptop, etcetera, until I stumbled upon these HORRIFIC REPORTS!! Get it together folks!! read more

unbelievable Thank you so very much this was such a gift. You gave me such a wonderful PC Thank you so very much

I puchased 6 Fujitsu Q737 tablets. This seller did not disclose that the tablets were bios locked and they won't respond to messages. Avoid this seller. read more

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If you want hardware from the late 90's/early 2000's that has been stripped of everything useful then give them a try. Otherwise, stay away.

Literally the worst organization I have ever done business with. I want these people to succeed. They provide Internet to low income people! They refurbish computers so low income people can afford devices! They are keeping devices out of landfills to save the environment. They have so many excellent goals--how do they do it so wrong? I just got an internet hotspot after being without the internet for three months. Three months during which I paid for service. Three months during which I called the company five times, was sent a faulty device, called T Mobile four times to troubleshoot, and was given erroneous information at least three times. I sent emails that were never responded to. I was told I was sent a device that was never sent only after waiting three weeks, and being told twice that it was on the way, did a representative look into the situation to see that the device had never been sent. This organization gets government funding. I question that our tax dollars go to such incompetence. The lack of response to emails is just juvenile. For a computer company to not respond to customer emails is embarrassing. The internet service here is a bit of a scam. Yes, it's low cost. However, you have to buy one of their refurbished devices. The devices normally sell for about $20 but you have to buy them through PCs for People, where they cost $100 or more. Then, since they're refurbished, they tend to break after a year, when the warranty has expired, meaning you have to buy a new one. It seems like manufactured obsolescence. I truly couldn't dislike this company more. They prey on poor people. Who does that? read more

Not only was I refused help, I was blamed for their mistakes... Dealing with this company has been the worst experience I've ever encountered regarding customer appreciation, purchases over the Internet and customer service. When I learned about PfP I thought they would be an excellent way to support a small charity. I've had nothing but problems with this company. There guest service employees are rude, condescending, unethically cruel, dismissive, and mocked me during conversations. Not only was I refused help, I was blamed for their mistakes, refused the corrections they have caused within my accounts and am constantly being dismissed by being told to call a 3rd party. Also, when I wrote to have a member of senior management contact me, I received the reply that they refuse to help me further. All of the devices I have received from PfP have been faulty and broken. Their repair service is inadequate. They couldn't fix the laptop I purchased which mierly needed a password prompt removed and a new battery. It is shameful that these people prey on the poor; those whomever are doing their best to stay afloat and barely make ends meet in this destructive economy. read more

Sadly this company is another example of a non-profit that scams people. I ordered a laptop almost 30 days ago, but it won't get pat the initial setup stage . I emailed them immediately to request a return and I have not received a reply. I feel so stupid because this is the second time I have allowed them to do this to me. If there is anyone else that would like to take legal action against them, please let me know. Charitable organizations are supposed to exist to benefit the community, not take advantage of them. Non profits like this one, make it impossible for me to want to support them. Pcs for People have no honor, in my opinion. PCs for People, please contact me so that we can initiate the return of the computer you sold to me. You can figure out who I am by my first name and last initial. read more

I had the same "...guest service employees are rude, condescending, unethically cruel, dismissive,..." as A.C.P. below but mine was about a simple basic clarification of the pricing structure for continued use of my vital net service. This is the only way I have to communicate with my medical providers being limited to email due to numerous disabilities. Instead of sticking with me they became accusatory and cut off communication. I was transferred suddenly to these people when my honest provider discontinued their service. read more

Truly terrible internet service, devices, and customer service. The actual people are nice, but the business practices they operate under are borderline predatory. They basically don't take returns, even when their items are faulty, and when they will consent to an exchange, they require all the boxes back, presumably so that faulty items can be repackaged and sold to the next unsuspecting customer. I purchased their internet service about 3 months ago. I was getting slow-but-tolerable service at my old address (after struggling for a week to get it working), but since I moved, it's been just awful. Apparently one of Sprint's towers is down in my area. It's been a month and a half now, and no improvement whatsoever. I was trying to wait out the tower being fixed, but now my modem- my second one from pcsforpeople - has suddenly died. So I'm throwing in the towel. For your own sanity, stay away. I've saved NO money switching to this service. Indeed, it's been more expensive than my previous, market-rate service, as I've periodically had to buy wifi passes from Xfinity during days my wifi has been totally unusable. And now I'm going to have to eat the cost of their shitty modem, too ($80). I know people who use their internet successfully. At my old address, it worked well enough to be liveable. But if it doesn't work for you, you're SOL. Sprint isn't helpful, pcsforpeople takes no responsibility, and the $80 modem is non-refundable after just 7 days. If you're low-income, it's not worth the gamble or the headache. Sign up for Xfinity's Internet Essentials program, or search for some other low-cost option, but stay away from these piranhas. read more

It says wait 3 to 5 business day for your internet to be turned on im on my 9th day and still waiting I called them numerous times they couldn't give me a day I could expect the internet they kept saying 3 to 5 business days and I kept telling them its been 9 days then they take them days off you were waiting off the 30 days internet STAY AWAY FOR YOUR OWN SANITY read more

9 days after purchase no info . i call and get a rude jessica who hangs up on me . dont do any business with them they are a rip off plain and simple! read more

I've workedfor pc's for people in st Paul for about 8 years and while there are definitely things we could do better, it is still a great company which does wonderful things for the community! read more

I payed for and received wrong, incompatible items for Order #611309, placed on 05/17/2023. I received a 2014 DELL Monitor, with a black power cord and blue HD15 male to male video cable. I also received a 2017 DELL modem, OptiPlex 3050 - (model D11S002, Windows 10 Pro), with NO power cord and NO compatible cable (BOTH monitor and modem cable ports were NOT the same AND not compatible with each other, therefore cannot connect!). Also, the monitor screen is MUCH older - from 2014, while the modem is newer, manufactured in 2017. I cannot job search, and am VERY disappointed and frustrated that I was shipped incompatible items that I paid for. I've included photos of each of the issues. I'd like to go ahead and return ONLY the modem and monitor and be shipped new ones, along with their proper power cords and cables. And I'd like to keep the keyboard, mouse, and headset I received. James Keller read more

if you are thinking about getting internet with this company I would avoid at all cost. It is beyond slow 4 Mbps. They use Sprint's alternative Powers which is pretty much the slowest 4G you can get. if you need a cheap option I would go with AT&t they have a discount program. This is the absolute worst internet company I have ever been with. The Internet is very slow their modems are junk and their customer service does not care at all about their customers. Took a chance and bought a computer. There most expensive one. It is the slowest piece of garbage computer I have ever owned. Virus scan turned up over 2,000 malicious files so far. Has all there pc 4 people info stuck on it and no way whatsoever to remove the password they assign you. Customer service of course says they can't do anything about it. read more

I ordered a refurbished notebook from PCs for People. I received a filthy -- and I mean FILTHY -- computer that looks like it had spent its whole life in a greasy, dirty environment. Nothing "refurbed" about it. Deep scratches on the case, caked-on dirt around the keyboard (although some effort had been made to clean the tops of the keys), airflow seriously restricted due to dirt on the air vents, SD card slot unusable due to scuzz inside, etc. I phoned PC4P to talk about a minor issue. It took several calls to get through; I was often #10-12 in line and gave up. Twice I called and they were not open during their announced business hours. Would I purchase anything from them again? Not a chance. No chance whatever. read more

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This was a good service before the company switched providers. Not only was my hotspot router forcibly replaced with a much cheaper (both in quality and price) router, but it just simply sucks. They've had to replace it once already. I never had issues with the old box, but this one seems to go down once a week at least. My good device was taken and I was given this pos that cost half of what my original did. Not only that, but I have to call in to fix my issue every time and they close so early that I often am without internet for days due to scheduling conflict. One star and two thumbs down. read more

PCs for People are deserving of all the negative reviews...after dealing with them, I now have my laptop infected with their "inhouse" Trojan...any pc you get or have repaired gets it put on by them. It hijacks your Google or other internet connection and takes you to their advertising website. I used a thumb drive on a laptop I have as backup to bring a file to my main laptop and suddenly I was unable to get to DDG or Google, just their website. I won't go into how Godawful their $50 laptops are...or that they get some kind of subsidy for Medicaid customers who have to qualify (me) and charge $25 to remove their in-house Trojan. I got rid of the laptop I got (2nd one after I brought back the first) for half of what I paid and still feel bad about the guy who got it. Stay away from their repairs unless you can't afford someone good who won't put unauthorized Trojans on your pc. read more

Received a a refurbished PC notebook from PC for peoples and the device will not connect to the Internet. I've been on the phone with my Internet provider for hours having them troubleshooting it. I have other devices that work fine on the Internet but this new refurbished PC does not work and I paid $150 for it and it will not connect to the internet and the Wi-Fi card is bad. nobody at PC peoples has any idea how to help you with this so I guess I'll be returning this piece of junk and get my money back and buy a computer elsewhere I would not recommend this service to anybody. There is no technical help with anything from PC for peoples. You're basically on your own. read more

Worst place to get Internet service, Ever......... Out of service for 2 weeks. Scheduled appointment for a week out, then didn't even show up. Told him I wanted to cancel, Then he just hung up on me. Don't do it, YOU'LL BE SORRY.... read more

THIS ORGANIZATION ARE SCAMMERS. I ordered a laptop with a 15.6" screen (the most expensive they had) from their website and they sent me a 12.5" screen. I found out there were 73 BBB complaints against them, 15 in the last year for a variety of reasons. Some of them were like me, didn't get what they were ordered. So please don't waste your money! read more

I received a HP TURTLE SLOW PC that has Win 10 -64Bit plus UPGRADE TO 8GB Ram and a TB of memory and had my IT friend install and transfer all the memory on the HD of my Old Reliable Dell tower with Win 98 (I was unable to upgrade that) and from day 1 it was slower then a dial up connected computer from 20 years ago. I ran MalwayreBytes, Glarysoft, my Anti Virus and the updater and after it took almost 2 hours to finish that 15 minute job rebooted and it was and is snail slow - I call PC for people and their Support Department doesn't exist meaning you cant get suport to take over the computer and try and find the problem which makes my purchased almost useless for anything other then storing pictures and music. This PC isn't even worth the $100+ and upgrades I had made. Buyer Beware read more

One of the nastiest NGO I came across... One of the nastiest NGO I came across with absurd polices to buy something through the ACP. Very frustrating and annoying to have our order dishonored after the payment was made. They did a refund after 5 days wanting to make us go through their AVP when we were qualified through the ACP. They cancelled the order as we refused to go through their AVP. Felt it was not right AVP is not above ACP. read more

Avoid at all cost, damaged monitors, paid for 2 only sent 1. Customer service debates instead of fixing the issue, placed on hold FOREVER, more like Headaches for the People. Just go to the pawn shop it is half the price and they verify the products work Rip of for the people, this is the true business name. read more

Ordered a laptop july 20 2021. They took my money july 20th. I have called them 5 times, to see where my laptop is. Pcs for people keep telling me they will call me back within 24 hours! They have yet to find my order or refund my money! NOT HAPPY AT ALL!! read more

Awesome place! I received my free computer bundle through them. They shipped the item out quickly and there was nothing wrong with the computer itself. It was everything that was listed and it works great. I planned on using it for a work from home position, if possible. I do wish they had other options such as older model apple products because I probably would've purchased or paid extra for it. The items were also packaged very well and there weren't any damages from transit. read more

Got a computer with no power cord. Bought one off Amazon and the computer started beeping and doesn't work. Wort packaging job I have ever seen for a computer. Plus they give you 30 days to return or exchange from the time you bought it but when I received my computer 20 days later and then have to buy a charger for it I was a day late. This place is a joke and definitely telling my ISP that this is NOT a reliable place to use for there programs. read more

They say orders usually ship from 7 to 10 businesse days after being approved, and here I am on day 11 with no eta or tracking number in sight. read more

I was given info from someone who has been with PC's for People a number of years and mostly satisfied. Now with EBB and ACP, I qualified for a computer and internet service. I ordered early in January and have yet to receive the computer. I was told the hotspot unit would cost $55.00. Then I talked with someone and was told it would be $70. My bill came and I was charged even more. The battery on the hotspot is bulging and I get no response writing in to company. I filed a claim with Fed EX for the missing package containing the computer I ordered (and paid for) yet NO RESOLUTION at this time. Additionally, I initially got internet, but less than a month out, I get NO INTERNET and no one will tell me if it is because the battery is bulging. I have filled out several "contact PC's for People" forms and I have received nothing but acknowledgments with what I call a "case number". They now number 4 or 5 cases - I am waiting on responses WITH CORRECTIVE ACTION. I am a totally blinded disabled Veteran and really could use some assistance from PC's for People. For the most part other than correct facts, the contacts at PC's have been very pleasant and NOT outsourced to countries outside of the US who have no concept of the English language. Thank you PC's for People for that pleasantry. Now!!!! Please work on the resolutions to my several issues. Thank you and have a blessed day. Dennis Wagner 10106 Yonaomi Circle Clermont, FL 34711 read more

Do NOT! get their "Internet Service"... It's straight BS and their "Customer Service" is full of completely incompetent morons who can't even read a very direct, basic question. It's infuriating. read more

I ordered a laptop from Pc's for people in Twin Cities Metropolitan area. Unfortunately I received the wrong charging cord so I ordered one from Amazon. Then I proceeded to request a refund for the balance I paid to Amazon. They declined my first attempt to get a refund. They wanted to resend me the correct charger. The second attempt to get the right cord failed. They resent me the identical charger that came with the computer the first time. I again requested a refund and pleasantly they will refund me. Happy and pleased customer. read more