Nope. Not again. Ever. Hello, Amazon (/Digikey/Mouser, etc.). Not only are the staff incredibly lazy, rude and unhelpful, but they don't even have basic parts. read more

I really like giving my local small business business aka money. Been coming here for like 15 years and this place is usually good when you're in a pinch and need that small hard to find part and can't wait 2 days for amazon to deliver. BUT today I tried to exchange a 12v switch, a $3 switch, they wouldn't believe me it is broken. Well not technically broken because the LED works and the switch turned on/off(when ground was disconnected). When ground is connected it blows my fuse so there's a loop inside the switch. I know I'm not a genius but I'm familiar with 12v installing, So this toolbag sales guy who thinks he is smarter than everyone, spent like 5min of my time testing the old one and said it works just like a new one would. Then gives me a condescending lecture about why I can't exchange the new one I'm getting, blah blah. It's not like I'm exchanging something that's hundreds of dollars or even $50. It's a $3 switch! Is your bottom end really more important than keeping customers? Anyways took the new one home and plugged it in and work as expected! read more

FAIL. I cannot believe I drove out from Boston to go here. Well, the store seemed to have a decent amount of parts/supplies sort of (although they didn't have what I was looking for), but the staff was anything but helpful. Maybe they could tell by looking at me that I wasn't a regular electronics guy so that's why they avoided helping me like the plague. But dammit I drove all the way in from Boston, got stuck in Pike traffic both ways, just to get blown off? It felt pretty crappy. I'll never be back. read more

This place is great. They have saved me many times when I have needed a random battery or electronics component. They stock everything. Love this place. Upstairs has electronics an I always speak to then before buying at TV. Excellent tv knowledge. Deal with them over a big retail chain. read more

I have been coming there since I was about 8. They have taught me electronics. All the staff are very nice sometimes there in a bad mood but we all have bad days. there prices are the same or slightly above that of Amazon or ebay but without shipping. they have cool stuff like 45 rpm inserts and triodes (vacuum tubes) a almost complete set of e12 resistors in many wattages and a vast array of capacitors. it Is very easy to find a part u broke u might as well call it u blew it.(sry for Engrish) read more

Good selection of electronic components (connectors, LEDs, crimpers, etc). Usefull if you see a specific part *now* - otherwise I would buy somewhere online for a slightly better deal. They also have a cove full of DJ lights upstairs which are fun to play with. read more

Place has everything you could ever need. With Radio Shack now closing many of it's stores you will need to know of places like this; cheap & large inventory. What else do you need? read more

These people were rude and un helpfull.they made me feel stupid and I was wasting there time.you better know exactly what you need or you'll get the big eye roll and sigh. I'm sorry I'm not and electronics wiz guys, that's why I came to you.oh well. read more

This place is definitely hard to find! My GPS actually couldn't do it and we finally tried the Verizon navigation via my phone. I'm not really interested in electronics but my friend definitely is, and he loved this store. Tons of items for your computer, entertainment systems and even home security systems. I think if you wanted to spy on someone then this may be the place to go for supplies, haha. Prices looked a bit expensive to me, and while no expert, I know we've seen cheaper but the sheer selection of brands was a definite win. If this fascinates you then you've probably already found this store, but if not, then you will love it. I'd check them out if I needed a part for my computer. Parking is great, and the building is nice. read more

I recently went here to look for some parts for the beaded Boston trolley car I'm workin on. After I showed the employees my sketch, they really went out of their way to help me! I went in lookin for a simple circuit board, and came out with a bag of stuff that I could probably build a flux capacitor with at a very reasonable price! Hopefully, I'll be able to figure out how to do that myself... :0 http://blog.thelonebeader.com/search?q=trolley read more

Years ago they used to be good. Not anymore :(( I was trying to resolve an issue, but their staff treated me as if I were their trouble. Management was not willing to help either. Such unfair treatment hurt me to the core and I will not set my foot there again. Ever !!! P.S. While they seem not to care much about us, why don't we let them enjoy themselves and take our money elsewhere? Radio Shack etc? read more

Wow, I just came here for the first time in years and I forgot how much stuff they have. This place has EVERYTHING! Electronics parts, TVs, DJ equipment, surround sound, surveillance equipment, 3d printers. You name it, they have it here. Their staff is knowledgeable and helpful, and there are a ton of them. Their prices seem reasonable. They can be a little tricky to find since you drive in through this industrial looking street. Overall, I can't imagine going anywhere else for electronics. read more

This place rocks! If you need anything associated with diy electronics, sound equipment, speaker & computer cables, even tv's and complete lighting systems for DJ & Bands - you should go here. I've gone for decades - great staff and selection read more

Say goodbye to the smug sales guy at Best Buy forever. All the stuff that connects all the other stuff. Smart, helpful problem-solvers everywhere. And the price is right. If you own a home theater or a stack of audio gear, this is home base. read more

I'm fortunate that I live nearby to YDI. While some may feel their prices are a bit high when compared to Internet pricing when you factor in the convenience and no shipping charges they can be a life saver when your in the middle of a project. If you watch for the frequent sales and specials you can get some really good deals. Electronic's part stores used to abound - but that's no longer the case. We in the Boston area are blessed to have this resource available to us. read more

It's five years later, and this place has really improved! YDI has really stepped up their game. Selection has improved dramatically, I've visited quite a bit in the last couple months, and each time I've always found everything that I needed: analog and digital ICs, proto boards, tools, etc. Additionally, I was very happy to see that they also stock a very good selection of Adafruit and Sparkfun products. They now have a whole section devoted to robotics; both mechanical, as well as electronic parts. Robotics ain't my thing, but that's really encouraging to see! Their prices are still a little higher than online, but that's to be expected from any brick and mortar. Also, while the staff now seems more enthusiastic about "things", they're not the most helpful bunch. One star off for those two items. If you abandoned YDI in the past, go back and give 'em another look, you'll be pleasantly surprised! read more

After calling this prior weekend to see if they had a specific type of wire, which an associate said they had, I traveled out there this morning only to find out I wasted my time. Not only did they not have the wire but it took dealing with 5 employees to find out no one has even heard of what I was looking for nor could they even get the wire (which a simple Google search will yield thousands of results). Plus, the service was poor and I generally felt that I was more of an annoyance to the employees than a person willing to spend money with their business. If you are looking for Kanthal or Nichrome Vaping wire get it online or at your local Vaping shop because this place is a waste of time. I doubt I will ever return here because of the, well, typical masshole service. It's too bad for them because if they'd had the wire it could generate a lot of business for them with local shops and vapers. Looks like I am really doing-it-myself without any help from you-do-it. read more

I needed to buy a replacement charger for my lap top. I went to bestbuy in dedham where the concept of "helpful and knowledgeable customer service" seemed to be a foreign concept. So I went to Staples in Dedham down the street where the staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, but they didnt have what I needed and suggested I try You-Do-It Electronics. Headed over to your store and within 2 minutes the sales staff help me find what I needed for a very very very affordable price. You guys are great! No wonder you've been around forever!! read more

I am so disappointed in YDI electronics lately. I have purchased piles of electronics from them, but can't seem to get them to send me their fliers in the mail. Twice a year they would have a sale, but I can't get that information. They say I'm on the list, but the mail never arrives. For this reason, I have cut my purchases for my company down to nearly ZERO from them. I have been able to overcome the geek-swagger of the nerdy staff, and have learned to spoon feed them while looking for odd parts, but they simply lost the ability to draw me in the store to browse and see what they have. I really loved and miss the old YDI, when they actually had a helpful staff and fully stocked store. I know I can get an overpriced, no name radio should the need arise however. read more

Oh, You-Do-It. You'll never find exactly what you want, but you'll usually find a suitable substitute. Actually, I'll take that back; their selection is actually pretty good for some niche hobbyist markets and for fixing your consumer electronics. A little (actually, a lot) pricier than what you'd get off a Digikey or Mouser catalog, but you're paying for instant gratification. All in all, it's in no way perfect, but I'm happy this sort of thing still exists. read more

Normally when you do not need help you get bombarded. The one time I did need help I spent nearly 30 minutes waiting for help (got none) then had a dismal adventure with user JM who's customer service skills are severely lacking. They have this whole thing about shop local which I try to do here but they are lacking so much. I'll get better service from amazon read more

Called You-Do-It to establish a business credit account for my company. Despite being pleasant to her, the woman on the phone was quite rude. Her tone was a "I don't need your business" attitude. This woman worked in their accounting office. You-Do-Its prices are so high, that you need a business account to use the discount associated with it to bring their prices down to just plain "overpriced". Their products are of low-end quality too. My company used to use them in a pinch for emergencies. That will not happen anymore. You-Do-it, you just lost a long time customer. read more

I was working on a small Raspberry Pi based electronics project and You-do-it had everything I needed. The staff was very helpful in finding various parts. While they did not have everything, there was usually something close enough to get the job done. Some things I bought: soldering iron, relay board, assorted transistors/resistors/capacitors, proto boards, plastic project box, jumper wires, etc. Prices are a bit higher than mail order, but the convenience is great, and you can go back and get the thing you forgot without shipping fees to worry about. They were fine with giving a refund on excess parts I bought that were not opened. read more

They have what you're looking for. I like the friendly, fast service. It is great to have a local store, to help with electronics.

They don't have places like this any more, except on the Internet. Prices aren't the cheapest but well worth it to be able to browse and see what other people are getting. Wish there were more of these. read more

I'm building a data center in nearby Waltham, and needed a bunch of CAT-5E patch cables. (Like, 300 of them). A friend pointed me to YDI, and they really did have a great selection, and pretty decent prices for something that's not Monoprice or some other discount internet site. They also have a good selection of random electronics project parts (switches, resistors, breadboards, etc - stuff you used to be able to find at Radio Shack when they still sold stuff besides cellphones and directv). It's a fun place to visit, and the staff seemed decent enough. Recommended. read more

great staff and they almost everything you could need. i go at least once or twice a month ... i just wish they had more products made in usa. if they had more made in usa products i would buy much more but i refuse to buy any of that cheap chinese junk.. read more

Nope. Not anymore. 20 years ago, I could come and get a friendly education to help me build or improve a new bit of pseudo-geek gadgetry (I don't have the know-how to be a real geek). Now 1/2 hour of internet research makes me more informed than the floor staff, some of whom have an attitude that completely turns me off. Not everyone there is awful, but on my last visit a couple of days ago, a female rep who came up to me knew NOTHING (!) and then directed me to a troll of a man on a stool who answered everyone (who questioned him during my visit) like they were idiots: giving incomplete, vague answers and less than stellar knowledge of the technology he's representing. I know I'm now a middle aged female, which is a bad demographic in places like this, but an idiot, I'm not. Kind of sad to realize that You Do It has gone below Radio Shack, even, in how it services customers... bleh. I used to point so many people in the direction of this store. No longer. UPDATE: I am sending this update in via a MoCA network the guy I referenced above said could not exist. Absolutely could not exist. And said it very condescendingly, with so much information even I knew was wrong, that I just stopped listening to him. So I went home, spent a few more minutes researching, and got myself an easy solution via Amazon of all places. They have a good stockpile for a brick and mortar, but risk going out of business with some of the "help" they have now. read more