U.S. Cellular Reviews See All U.S. Cellular News

At U.S. Cellular, we focus on having the world's best customer service and delivering industry-leading innovations. Our customers receive unique benefits such as a valuable rewards program that recognizes customer loyalty, and points can be used to upgrade to the latest 4G LTE devices faster as well as accessories and ringtones. Our strong line-up of cutting-edge devices are designed to simplify and organize your life. They are all backed by our high-speed network which has the highest call quality of any national carrier, and customers enjoy national coverage. We are expanding a 4G LTE network, which currently covers 61 percent of customers and will cover 87 percent by the end of 2013.

Founded: 1983

Headquarters: Chicago, IL

Customers: 4.9 Million

Revenue (2012): $4 Billion

Associates: 6,000

Network: Fourth generation (4G) Long Term Evolution (LTE) network, Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA)

Show me:

Average user reviews

 

Based on 112 Reviews

Overall
2.6
Service Quality
2.8
Customer Service
2.6
Service Quality:
5
Customer Service:
5
Overall:
5
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

Best Wireless Carrier in America

Posted on: November 30th, 2007 by Andrew LeRoy

The good: - Awesome signal strength- Zero dropped calls- Great customer service- Free incoming calls!- Free incoming text messages!- Reasonable pricesThe bad: - NoneSummary: I signed up with U.S. Cellular based on a friend's recommendation and I couldn't be more pleased. If you live in the midwest, don't even think of buying a GSM phone (AT&T/T-Mobile). CDMA is king out here but Verizon and Sprint have horrible customer service.U.S. Cellular is the best wireless carrier in America. It's a fact!

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
1
Customer Service:
1
Overall:
1
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Not Recommend to a friend.

General Service

Posted on: November 25th, 2007 by Millie Sifuna

The good: None so far.The bad: Poor customer care.Customer service not available 24/7Summary: This carrier rips customers off so badly it hurts. It is the only carrier that has segmented regions of service. One is expected to pay the same amount for Mid-Western Region as national service. Now this National service can be a very expensive venture if you visit some states.Try to complain to the poor PR customer reps, the only sentence they have been drilled to say is:" Sorry, we are afraid we cannot give you back your credit even if it is our mistakes"Very frustrating carrier...stay away from U.S Cellular any day anytime.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
5
Customer Service:
5
Overall:
5
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

Love 'em!

Posted on: November 13th, 2007 by Fred Harrington

They care about me as a customer. They treat me with respect and I can tell they want to keep me as a customer. They also have the best network in Chicago.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
1
Customer Service:
1
Overall:
1
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Not Recommend to a friend.

US Cellular not friendly

Posted on: November 5th, 2007 by Trish Kannegiesser

The good: UM THIS COULD TAKE A WHILEThe bad: They are rude. They do not offer any suggestions or explain their products or programs to you. They do not take anytime with you. When i had a problem the service rep was so rude i left crying. They insulted me and I will not go back.Summary: Go to all companies and see how different each one treats you. If they are pleasent its worth it. Sprint is so much better and their customer service is a ten.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
4
Customer Service:
5
Overall:
4
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

What A Relief It Is

Posted on: October 24th, 2007 by Joyce Hong

The good: Good family and national Plans, reception, customer service.The bad: Average phonesSummary: After 2 and a half years with one of the big companies, it is such a pleasure to deal with US Cellular. There was no pressure at all in choosing a phone. In fact, when I looked at more expensive ones, the representative encouraged me to look at something less flashy because it met my needs better. I appreciated that. There have been a couple of small errors in billing but they were quick to correct and credit my account. What a change from my old company where they gave me incorrect information,over-charged me $600, argued with me and said they were just too busy to go over the bill with me. Sometimes I have to wait to get help. But there is someone there who welcomes me, takes my name, offers to get water or coffee and just makes me feel valued. The company has even invested in comfortable chairs for customers who have to wait. I love US Cellular.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
4
Customer Service:
1
Overall:
3
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

Could be Number 1 but lately Customer Service keeps them back...

Posted on: September 29th, 2007 by ES Lanie

The good: Plan options are ok. Family Plan is so much better. Nationwide Family plan options is fine. Unlimited Free Incoming Calls from any carrier,land line or person and after 7PM Nights and Weekends feature cost around $14.00 which is fair.The bad: Free phs r junk! Don't even last a year before problems.Their promos always force u to sign up for EasyEdge which is junk and a scam!Phone Selection is less than stellar & cost of phs pretty high. They just don't carry the latest & greatest. Summary: Been with them since the bag ph era. Cust Serv was so Good until last 2-3 yrs. The attitude is don't give a darn wheither u talk to National or local offices. Don't know why? Service repair is really good,local cust serv only 2 people in store can do their jobs to cust satisfaction. Hate having to buy a new ph at contract rate because of faulty equip they sell or give as promo. They have ridicules 80% complete contract and u can buy ph at renewal discount.But billing errors seem to be the norm now. Easy Edge is scam...take it for 90 day trial, employee put start & end dates so we could have rebate. It was to automatically cancel per their Cust Serv rep. Well it didn't, someone removed the end date. One day in cking bill, found the overcharge 4 months later ... won't credit back. And got two different excuses on how acct was changed. EASYEDGE is rip off and is always tagged to their promos. I'm tired of hassling over phs not working, billing errors or if I go in store to pay my bill...I hear other peoples business with them. Their CS reps are rude and loud. I don't want to hear them tell their cust ur late, ph cancel, or other situations. I refuse to go in the stores and watch. Just a month ago I went to pick up ph for friend... watch the samething happening and another complaining about Easy Edge billing... so somethings never improve.My DH doesn't want us to renew because of hassles we have experienced. So will move 3 phs in next few mos to new carrier and then we'll cancel his contract and pay the $150 fee to move it. Alltel or ATT here we come. It's sad to change vendors but what's a customer to do?

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
5
Customer Service:
4
Overall:
4
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

Wouldn't change carriers

Posted on: September 15th, 2007 by Cliff Phillips

The good: Good service and plansThe bad: NoneSummary: We've had US Cellular for several years and added our kids phones on the family plan just last year. Free nights (after 7 p.m.) and weekends are great. Plus, they just turned on a new tower about six blocks from our home and service on calls is incredible.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
4
Customer Service:
3
Overall:
4
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

good service

Posted on: August 27th, 2007 by Chad Whiteside

The good: Have had US Cellular for a little over a year. Good coverage, good customer service.The bad: Limited phones but getting better. Just got the blackberry 8830 and I hear the Q is on it's way.Summary: Overall very satisfied with US Cellular. Has been a very positive experience.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
5
Customer Service:
5
Overall:
5
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

great phone service with no extra cost

Posted on: July 24th, 2007 by Anonymous

Great price for phone service. No frills, just phone service. I don't use my phone for playing games or music or internet. I only wanted a phone to start with and this is what I pay for. Love it.

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Service Quality:
5
Customer Service:
3
Overall:
4
Overall:
Review Rating: 
0

Would Recommend to a friend.

Great coverage ,Great Plans, but Outdated phones

Posted on: July 16th, 2007 by matt zehn

The good: I get by far the best coverage of any phones i have had,the only one that comes close is verizon.I have a great plan that nobody else can touch.there is only one corner i drop calls in the intire metro and surrounding area.Phone works great nation wide.The bad: ALL Phones are very outdated.They don't have any of the new Blackberry's.No Treo's,blackjack,or any others that are cool.Summary: Great service Plan at great price with good coverage,but no cool phones

This review is the subjective opinion of the user and not of PhoneDog.com

Pages