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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional helpfulness, patience, and professional demeanor, making interactions pleasant and productive. Many people highlight the outstanding customer service, appreciating the personalized approach and clear guidance provided during setup and issue resolution. The user experience is also frequently described as positive, with consumers noting the ease of navigation and the phone's ability to reduce digital clutter. However, some people were dissatisfied with the product itself, citing issues like a restrictive return policy, lack of user control over phone settings, and the inability to use essential apps like banking or navigation. A few other people also felt that the app approval process was stalled or unclear, and some experienced problems with the phone's functionality, including missed texts and calls, or the device completely stopping after a short period.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

the customer support is terrible. Update 10/22. I did receive a well thought out reply from Wisephone. It was very beneficial to get the phone going. It was a frustrating experience from the begin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was having problems with the set-up system: it instructs that the owner of the phone should put in the phone number of the newly purchased phone but the new phone does not have a phone number yet. (... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tina was incredible. She was infinitely patient with me at all times and guided me through everything clearly and easily. I can't thank her enough for her assistance. She is, indeed, a most valuable e... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had such a great experience with this phone company. Everyone I worked with was incredibly friendly, patient, and helpful. My situation took a little time to sort out, but they never made me feel ru... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company that wants to eek every ounce of money out of its customers for the least amount of work. It's not just the subscription. It's the persistant "Setup" ad at the top of the home screen... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The personal touch was great since I was having porting issues. It took a while to resolve but the temporary (and refunded) phone # helped bridge that gap. My workgroup (IT) had a "fireside chat" with... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

i purchased a wisephone as a first phone for our teenager and i ran into an issue which zazi helped me figure out quickly. he helped me complete the set up and was so friendly and patient the whole ti... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Anthony was fantastic. I talked to him through Wisephone’s text support, and he helped me out the whole way. He was quick to respond, clear with his instructions, and actually made sure the issue got... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yolani M. from the Techless support team provided excellent service to me while my phone number was ported to my Wise Phone. Due to some constraints, the process could not be done automatically. Yol... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an excellent experience with Techless thanks to Tina. She helped me with the Wisephone II activation and setup for my boss’s son’s first phone, and she was absolutely wonderful throughout the pr... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was having a lot of trouble activating my new Wisephone. With Zazi's patient help, I was able to create an account, activate the phone and learn to manage the device from my laptop. He answered... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a Wisephone for my son's birthday. Unfortunately I made a mistake during the set up. I called Techless, they responded within a few hours. Zazi was very understanding and helpful. We got... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This company provides a subscription phone service. When they launched WisePhoneII, I was already using their WisePhone. I made a huge mistake, and didn't catch it for ten months. Instead of getting... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The layout and the apps that are available are perfect for navigating life without all the clutter and noise. I have everything I need to live in the modern world, which is deeply entwined with techno... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I got 2 of my sons new Techless phones for Christmas and had to call Customer Service to get them set up. I spoke with Yolani and she was fantastic. Walked me through the whole process, was friendl... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I really wanted to believe in the mission behind Techless, and at first, the Wisephone seemed like a great way to be more present with my five kids. But the reality? Frustrating and disappoi... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I really like this concept and purchased based on what was advertised but it wasn't entirely honest IMO. We were told we could get apps that are just tools through a vetting process that has been ha... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm so happy with the customer service I received from Yolani at Techless. She was extremely knowledgeable and patient. She guided me through the entire set up process for two Techless Wisephones. I t... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The phone is great. Not having social media and browsing apps makes a difference. Everyone in the world has that stuff, so knowing that you don't gives you a sense that you're different from everyone... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The person who helped me did an amazing job. They were professional, kind, and patient! They helped me through carrier issues and set up my entire phone. Having such support made me feel like this pho... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Anthony WAS THE GREATEST AND HAS MAGICAL POWERS. FIXED MY SOFTWARE ISSUE ON THE WISEPHONE 2 WHEN OTHER REPS COULDN'T. HAPPY TO CONTINUE TO BE A CUSTOMER BECAUSE I KNOW YOU HAVE QUALIFIED PEOPLE LIKE A... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AMAZING customer service! And I didn’t end up buying the product! I wanted a second phone for either work or personal use. Unfortunately, neither the primary app i use for work nor the primary app I u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tina was AMAZING!!!! Oh my goodness. She is the first tech representative who was concise and actually got to the bottom of my confusing issue. She talked me through options to find the account and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zazi is hands-down the best customer service rep I’ve dealt with in a long time. Clear communication, fast responses, zero runaround, and actually cared about solving the issue instead of just clo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This new phone and software has absolutely made my life better in less than one week of usage! Both of my kids thanked me for switching to a device that takes up less of my attention. My stres... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New to Techless and the Wisephone! It was a little intimidating to start the process of going from an almost lifelong iPhone user to the Wisephone. Fortunately the team at Techless and specifically Yo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After looking at a couple of options, our 17 year-old daughter chose Wisephone II as her first "grown up" phone. Setup was easy, and so far it works great for our needs (basic texting/calls, Life 36... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had a terrible experience. The problem was that it took two weeks to be able to speak to anyone. If you switch from apple to wisephone, it won't work unless you completely change your number. I was... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really appreciated the friendly hand-holding from Jay. Having used an iPhone for 16 years, switching systems is not intuitive! But he helped me figure it all out and get set up.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Multiple contacts with support specialist Zazi. Amazing level of patience and compassion towards me and my son. Assisted me in creating portal synchs allowing me, the father, better access to m... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yolani was absolutely wonderful. Coming into the call, I was a bit frustrated by the setup process. She was extremely patience and professional. She spent 45 minutes on the phone with me to ensure t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The "Request a Tool" (feature that should let you get certain apps approved) has been in "beta" for months now. I was under the impression if i got this phone i would be able to have essential apps if... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Customer support was really kind and as helpful as they could be. I worked with Zazi and Yolani and they were prompt with call backs. However, it took almost two months to properly set up my wise phon... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer support with Techless is very nice I've had only good interactions with Yolani and quick understanding of how things work, very thankful for my WisePhone.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Spoke with Yolani. She knew exactly what she was doing. Her instructions were clear, concise, and easy to follow and she got me all set up. Do make sure that you call from a number they can call you b... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Customer Support was AWESOME. Thank you especially to Zazi for helping me through email and then even walking me through the steps over the phone. The wait time was less than 5 minutes, and the proces... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yolani was great and helped us out with some ordering questions we had and was able to not only resolve them but was able to call me back to follow up and ensure it was resolved. Great support!

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It's deceptive because they try to get you to pay them $15 month subscription for the wise OS, but all that's doing is gatekeeping apps that are free on the marketplace. So you have to pay $15 a month... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I first began my journey with Techless with the purchase of the Wise Phone I a few years back. I can tell you the Wise Phone II is 1,000s better than the first, and 10,000 better than others I've trie... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love the Wisephone. My youngest son has it and of I had a redo I would only allow all my children to have it. It provides for needs without stealing life by being addicted to apps. I had an issue w... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Love the concept, but holding my breath to see if the execution can improve so I can hold onto the phone and service... I went with techless over others because of the access to useful apps that aren'... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The set up of the phone DEFINITELY requires customer service help -- just call them -- don't be shy. Tina made the experience easy and walked me through everything. She spent 45 minutes with me! I tr... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yolani with customer service helped tremendously with setting up my wisephone and was extremely kind and patient on the phone. So far I am very pleased with techless.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just got off the phone with Anthony - he was great! I already have a Wisephone and bought a second Wisephone for a family member....unfortunately I screwed up the setup process, it was all me haha!... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The OS is a mess. I am a month in and despise the phone and the Wisephone portal. It's user unfriendly and feels like a scam. While the Techless staff are totally kind and friendly, the same can't be... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love the concept and my three weeks with this phone was very refreshing, I spent maybe twenty minutes a day on it and was able to spend more time with my family and away from meaningless... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Basically non-existent customer service. No live person to speak with, communicated only by email which was not helpful at all. Very, very limited apps that can be utilized on the phone, including b... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The company itself is great. The product concept is great. My issue is in the implementation. I feel that techless is carving a niche less for adults and more for kids/students. Certain necessities (r... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The support team is always professional and willing to help . I'm not a techy person and am easily frustrated by all this technology which is why I chose Techless. I have to admit the on boarding... See more

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The Wisephone II is a great phone itself. Techless as a company is horrible. I do not recommend. Customer service....frankly sucks. They have completely stopped reviewing third party app... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased a WisePhone but decided not to use it. I followed the return procedures which required me to open the shipping box to enter the IMEI off the sealed tube. I did exactly this and then s... See more

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Company details

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  2. Research and Product Development

About Techless

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We lead people to live fully with healthy technology.

Our mission is simple: We help you overcome digital addiction, rebuild relationships, and embrace life to the fullest.

That’s why we created Wisephone, our minimalist smartphone solution designed to prioritize everything you need, without the unnecessary distractions. By focusing on essential features that truly matter, Wisephone empowers you to cultivate deeper relationships, nurture your well-being, and pursue your passions. At the same time, it helps restore your sense of freedom from digital overload, enabling you to redefine your relationship with technology.

Break free from the cycle of endless updates and experience a calmer, more mindful approach to modern living. Choose Wisephone™ and discover the liberating power of healthy technology. Join us in this empowering journey!


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

346 reviews

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Kissing frogs

Did I learn something valuable? Yes.
Would I go on another date with them, figuratively? Hell no.

If Techless were the training wheels to one's tech sobriety journey, it's a genuinely lovely entry point away from smartphones and towards the fully dumb device (for me, a flip phone).

When the screen broke, I wondered if I should get the screen repaired or if I should get a flip phone. By this point, Techless had double-charged me for software and a data plan (which includes their software). They said it was my mistake, so no refunds. Before switching over, I looked at how much data I seemed to use monthly. Now, it's entirely possible that somehow my monthly data needs were wildly different when I switched, but it seemed odd to be informed I was maxing out a data plan that should've more than covered what I'd used previously. I bought more minutes. If I bought too many, well, bummer for me: they do not roll over.

By the time my screen broke, the debate to have it fixed or to just leave Techless was underway.

I asked to have my number ported out about three weeks before it was successfully ported over. Technless customer support was so hard to reach that the Verizon customer support team was surprised — every time.

I respect the vision to be slow and phone-free (same team, same dream), but if they want customer support to follow the same laissez-faire operational tone, they need to expect blowback because it is...... a cell phone company. Even with less tech: people still depend on their phones for time-sensitive, mission-critical things.

In three weeks, I missed:
— Calls from my mom when her best friend was dying
— Texts from her and my whole family in the death process
— Calls from an employer
— All two-factor authentication texts (was locked out of banking and the ability to send invoices)
— Calls and texts from AirBnb hosts
— 17 mystery voicemails (very likely from at least a few people I hadn't synced up with in a while)

...and who knows what else. I lost the voicemail login, and because customer service doesn't answer the phone (or leave informative descriptions for the next carrier), apparently the voicemails are gone now too.

Verizon said that each time they initiated the port, Techless would reject it without clear instructions, which was unusual for them (Verizon). TL;DR: It was a headache. If you're not hurting for cash, you'll survive, but if you're skating by, it's going to get survival-mode-y fast, so don't bother.

13 March 2026
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Reply from Techless

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and honest review. We’re truly sorry to hear how stressful and disruptive this experience was, especially where it impacted important family, work, and account access matters.

We understand how critical reliable phone service is in everyday life, and we’re sorry the process of billing, support, and porting left you feeling frustrated. While our team may have been assisting other customers when you reached out, we recognize that needing help and not getting timely connection can be incredibly discouraging. Like many growing companies, we’ve experienced seasons of growth that have stretched our support capacity, and we’re actively working to improve that experience.

We also want to note that number transfers involve multiple carriers and systems, so some parts of the porting process are outside of our direct control. Even so, we understand that from the customer side, the experience reflects on us, and we take that seriously.

Your point about mission needing to be matched by dependable service is a fair one. We’re continuing to strengthen our systems, improve communication, and serve customers more consistently. Thank you again for sharing your perspective.

– Wisephone Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tina was extremely helpful

Tina was extremely helpful in guiding me through changing our payment method after I was unsuccessful when looking for the proper settings in our profile online. She was very easy to understand and indirectly reminded me of different steps we had taken when setting up the phone earlier. It was a very pleasant and efficient interaction.

8 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a father of two kids, wow!

As a father of two kids who are right at the age where phones start to become part of their world, finding Techless felt like a breath of fresh air. It’s rare to come across a company that is intentionally moving in the opposite direction of the current tech culture — slower, more thoughtful, and centered on people rather than attention.

What stood out to me most is that Techless isn’t trying to remove technology — they’re trying to reshape our relationship with it. That matters. As a parent, I don’t want my kids disconnected from the world, but I also don’t want them pulled into the endless scroll, comparison, and noise that comes with most modern smartphones.

The Wisephone feels like a middle ground that actually makes sense. It gives kids (and adults) the tools they need — communication, navigation, essentials — without the addictive layers built into most devices. That balance is incredibly hard to find, and Techless seems to understand that better than most.

I also want to highlight the people behind the company. I’ve now had a couple of conversations with members of the Techless team, and they were genuinely thoughtful, kind, and engaged. It didn’t feel scripted or sales-driven — just real conversations with people who clearly believe in what they’re building. That authenticity matters, and it reflects strongly in the product and overall mission.

I also appreciate that this company clearly operates from a place of purpose. You can feel it in their messaging, their design choices, and their restraint. They’re not trying to do everything — they’re trying to do the right things well.

As both a parent and someone who thinks a lot about digital wellbeing, I’m grateful companies like Techless exist. There is a real need for technology that supports families instead of competing with them — and Techless is doing that in a thoughtful and practical way.

I’m excited to see where they go, and I genuinely hope more families discover what they’re building.

6 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

HORRIBLE: Failed After 6 Months — No Support

I really wanted to believe in the mission behind Techless, and at first, the Wisephone seemed like a great way to be more present with my five kids.
But the reality? Frustrating and disappointing.

They refused to allow Android Auto—even just for maps—meaning you’re stuck looking down at your phone while driving. Horribly unsafe.

The phone itself is sluggish, constantly freezes, and never feels reliable. Then after only six months of light use, it completely stopped working.

What’s worse is the customer service. Instead of standing behind their product, they’ve made the repair/replacement process difficult every step of the way.
For a company built around “intentional living,” the product feels unfinished and the support feels indifferent.

Save yourself the frustration and money—just lock down your current smartphone and skip this entirely.

19 March 2026
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Reply from Techless

Hi Erin, we’re truly sorry to hear how frustrating this experience has been. We know you chose Wisephone with high hopes for your family, and we never take that trust lightly.

Our team is currently working with you and doing everything we can to help. We do have support and warranty processes in place so that each situation can be reviewed carefully and handled fairly, and we understand that those steps can sometimes feel frustrating.

We also appreciate your feedback regarding Android Auto and device performance. Input like yours is important and helps shape future improvements. Truly sorry to learn your device stopped working. Our team is really great at getting to the bottom of these scenarios.

Above all, please know that we genuinely care and are dedicated to helping you resolve this. We appreciate the chance to continue working toward a solution.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer support!

Tina spent so much time with me on multiple phone calls to solve dilemma I had and she was clear, went at my pace, and followed up exactly when she said she would. We ran out of time and she made an appointment for next week. I love working with this company!

2 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Return policy issue

Returned a phone I used for a day and was docked $45 and the restocking fee of $55. Totally get the restocking fee, but the surcharge for damage is ridiculous.

UPDATE:
They refunded me after I filed a claim with my credit card company.

My emails were between Jay, Anthony, and Zazi.

Zazi ended the dispute.

Also, the customer service representative by the name of Anthony, during the "support," sent me a link to the song Saturn by SZA. Not sure why?

11 March 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I really like this concept but execution is lacking

I really like this concept and purchased based on what was advertised but it wasn't entirely honest IMO. We were told we could get apps that are just tools through a vetting process that has been haulted for who knows how long (indefinitely?). I have tried to get an answer from their customer service but nobody seems to know. Why not just be transparent about why it's paused and what you're working on if anything? We're on your side, why leave us in the dark?
Anyway, the concept of having a smart phone with no browser, no socail media, etc.. but still having the needed tools like banking, and various others is a gem. Hopefully they can execute on that sometime soon.

30 March 2026
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Reply from Techless

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for believing in the concept behind Wisephone.

We hear your frustration around the app vetting process and the lack of clear timelines. At this time, our support team has not been given a confirmed timeline, as this is an ongoing project that is actively being worked on by our product team. We understand that uncertainty can be frustrating, and we’re working to improve clarity as things progress.

As a gentle reminder, we also note on our product page and in the checkout consent process that Wisephone should not be purchased based on the expectation of specific third-party apps being available or approved, as app availability is part of an evolving and curated process.

That said, we truly appreciate your feedback. Improving the usefulness and accessibility of approved tools is something we take seriously, and your input helps guide that work.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It took a bit of time to setup

It took a bit of time to setup, but Tina was very patient walking me through the set up of my new phone and we got it done.

30 March 2026
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Reply from Techless

Hi Benjamin, thank you so much for sharing this! We’re really glad to hear Tina was patient and able to walk you through the setup step by step, even though it took a bit of time. She’ll be so happy to know you got everything up and running successfully. We appreciate you choosing Wisephone!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tina was extremely helpful in setting…

Tina was extremely helpful in setting up the phone. I would not have been able to set the phone up without her help. She was extremely patient and kind. Great customer service which is difficult to find these days!

27 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Both Tina and Yolani were very helpful…

Both Tina and Yolani were very helpful and very knowledgeable leading me through the activation process of my husband’s new Wisephone. They were extremely patient and kind. I will definitely recommend Wisephone!

26 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Phone can be confusing but customer service helped so much

Yolaní was the most calm and helpful customer service assistance I’ve ever had. I was confused about how to download the apps I needed and she calmly reassured me that I didn’t need to pay more money and slowly walked me through how to get them. It took less than 4 minutes. Im looking forward to having my wise phone and it is so comforting to not be on hold and talk to a person who actually deals with and issue!

24 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yolani was absolutely wonderful

Yolani was absolutely wonderful. Coming into the call, I was a bit frustrated by the setup process. She was extremely patience and professional. She spent 45 minutes on the phone with me to ensure that the phone was working properly.

24 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Yolani was very helpful, answered all my questions, and waited while I fumbled around..as I'm not very tech savvy!
Really appreciated that I could speak to a real person, and not an automated reply loop! Faster, very pleasant and more efficient and clear communication when we can talk person to person!
Highly recommend Techless, enjoying the Wisephone II

24 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

4 Wisephones

I purchased 4 Wisephones, 2 of which had to have numbers ported over. I called customer support to help walk me through the setup process. Tina stayed on the phone with me and walked me through all of the processes and stayed with me until everything was complete. I asked a lot of questions and she answered every one of them. Great customer support and I am truly grateful. Thank you.

20 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The set up was a bit tricky

The set up was a bit tricky, I think partly because I was setting up the phone with an existing cellular account (T-Mobile) but the agent I spoke to, Tina, was super helpful and got me through the entire process and now the phone is up and running.

19 March 2026
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