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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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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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.

Reply from Techless
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.
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.
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.

Reply from Techless
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!
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?
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.

Reply from Techless
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.

Reply from Techless
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!
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!
I was having trouble setting up the phone but Yolani was a great help.
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
Anthony was very helpful! kind and responsive.
It was great ! Yolani walked me through all the steps with kindness and was very helpful !!
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