Best Buy reviews

3.5

59% would recommend to a friend

(41,866 total reviews)
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Corie Barry

35% approve of CEO

38% positive business outlook

Best Buy has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 41,866 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Best Buy employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Einzel- & Großhandel industry (3.5 stars).

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42K reviews
4.0
Feb 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Constant Problem Solving: No two days are the same. You get to work on a massive variety of hardware and software, which keeps your technical skills sharp and up to date. The Culture of "The Precinct": There is a strong sense of camaraderie among the agents. You’re all in the trenches together, and the knowledge-sharing is top-tier. Empowerment to Help: When you successfully recover a client's data or fix a "hopeless" device, the sense of accomplishment and the client’s gratitude is incredibly fulfilling. Benefit & Training: Access to internal training tools and certifications is a great way to build a resume for a long-term career in IT or cybersecurity.

Cons

High Volume: During peak seasons, the queue can be relentless. You have to be excellent at managing your time and setting realistic expectations with clients. Client Stress: People are often at their worst when their tech breaks. You need thick skin and a lot of patience to de-escalate situations involving lost data or expensive hardware.

5.0
Feb 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Best Buy was arguably my best job I’ve ever worked. The work environment is fun, the recognition from the company is great, you feel connected to your peers, sales is emphasized but not forced down your throat. The customers were overall pleasant. You get your upset people as with any other company but Best Buy there was not much room for disappointment. The growth was there if you want it.

Cons

The pay is not a livable wage past a certain point. With kids and bills I unfortunately had to leave. Growing within Best Buy is kind of a who you know situation. While not horrible, it’s discouraging, or can be rather.

3.0
Feb 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It’s fun and cool. Coworkers were amazing.

Cons

Manager was always rude and passive aggressive.

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