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SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair

Mobile phone repair shop · Lompoc, CA · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%70+38.2Reliability 24%62+15Value 14%95+13.4Replies to reviews 7%17+1.2Craft & service penalty87−1.3Experts Score= 67Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.67SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#26 of 41 electronics repair shopsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 38%
4.6 ★★★★★ 201 Google reviews · 22 photos
85%five-star reviews
4.69★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
4.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
33%reviews answered by the owner
Aug 2026latest review

SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair at a glance

Customers frequently praise the shop for its fast turnaround times, knowledgeable staff, and honest pricing on repairs ranging from screen replacements to water damage. Positive feedback highlights the availability of in-stock parts and friendly service. However, low-star reviews criticize inconsistent opening hours, high costs for simple fixes like USB port replacements, and quality control issues such as loose glass installations or degraded camera performance.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 201 reviews (85% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 201 Google reviews (142 with written comments, 3 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 33% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: August 14, 2026.
  • Service: Electronics Repair Shop serving Lompoc, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other electronics repair shops

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction70Reliability62Craft & service87Value95Momentum100Replies to reviews17Satisfaction: 70 (median 79)Reliability: 62 (median 72)Craft & service: 87 (median 97)Value: 95 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 17 (median 60)
This companyElectronics Repair Shops median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
70
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 62/100 on this factor. Category median: 72.B
62
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
87
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
95
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.SM Wireless: Buy, Sell, Repair: 17/100 on this factor. Category median: 60.F
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Star ratings

201 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars17185%
  • 4 stars105%
  • 3 stars52%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star126%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 142 written reviews

  • Praise20794%
  • Complaints146%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5123%
  • Quality & results4119%
  • Speed & response4119%
  • Would recommend3616%
  • Price & value3315%
  • Honesty & trust115%
  • Communication84%

What customers talk about

We read 142 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Every visit that ive had there i have been treated with nothing but kindness and hospitality , brandi , gee and omar have attended me and have helped…”
  • “they touched it and fixed it by just looking at it.”
    “Horrible they ransom people for there phone and buy stolen goods gross”
  • “Fast service on a Sunday to dry out my phone that fell in the t.”
  • “Amazing service, very helpful and nice staff would 10/10 recommend 👍”
  • “The guys were friendly, knowledgeable, professional, honest and fair.”
    “They try to persuade you to buy their overpriced phones because they're "unlocked" from carrier.”
  • “Honest, Treated like a person not a number, reliable, affordable.”
  • “They answered all my questions and were able to repair my cell phone successfully and in a very short time.”

People customers mention

  • Joel 5 reviews
  • Moy 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Peter3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Fantastic experience. Very knowledgeable and customer oriented. It’s a pleasure to do business with them.

James2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Every visit that ive had there i have been treated with nothing but kindness and hospitality , brandi , gee and omar have attended me and have helped me with problems that i have on my phone i appreciate them for the help and plan to continue going to them so happy they are around our neighborhood.

jerryLocal Guide · 48 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

after repair there's a line on my screen that went back to them. they touched it and fixed it by just looking at it. magic!

Mark1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

We have worked with Joel for years. Always great service. Fair pricing and they stand by their work.

Walt4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Fast service on a Sunday to dry out my phone that fell in the t... . ;) Reasonable price.

DanelleLocal Guide · 110 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Excellent experience. The guys were friendly, knowledgeable, professional, honest and fair. Anyone looking for anything phone related... repairs, accessories, or selling your old phones, make the drive, you won't be disappointed..

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 201 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Team members customers mention
Filter by topic — each topic is highlighted in the reviews in the same color
Silvestre Vazquez3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Silvestre has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best in the city

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words, Silvestre! We're thrilled to be called the best in the city and truly appreciate your support. We look forward to serving you again soon.

Enzo mosca antonio guevara1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Enzo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best in SM

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you, Enzo, for the wonderful 5-star review. We're thrilled to be considered the best in SM and look forward to serving you again soon.

Tedy Álvarez Coello mago1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Tedy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words and the 5-star rating. We’re thrilled you think we’re the best and look forward to serving you again soon.

Peter Lopez3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Peter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Fantastic experience. Very knowledgeable and customer oriented. It’s a pleasure to do business with them.

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you, Peter — we’re thrilled you had a fantastic experience. We appreciate your kind words about our team’s knowledge and customer focus. It’s a pleasure to do business with you, and we look forward to serving you again.

James Carrillo2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Every visit that ive had there i have been treated with nothing but kindness and hospitality , brandi , gee and omar have attended me and have helped me with problems that i have on my phone i appreciate them for the help and plan to continue going to them so happy they are around our neighborhood.

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind review, James. We’re thrilled Brandi, Gee, and Omar treated you with such kindness and were able to help with your phone issues. We appreciate your continued support and are glad to be a part of the neighborhood. We look forward to helping you again on your next visit.

Luz maria Mendoza1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Luz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best repair shop in SM thanks to moy

Response from the owner · 4 months ago

Thank you so much, Luz Maria! We're thrilled you think we're the best repair shop in SM and that Moy took great care of you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again.

Nicholas Oesterling1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Nicholas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Best place to go get something fixed.

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thanks so much for the 5-star review, Nicholas! We're thrilled to hear you consider us the best place to get something fixed and appreciate your trust in our team. We look forward to helping you again whenever you need us.

Ariel López1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ariel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The Best in Town

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much, Ariel! We’re thrilled you think we’re the best in town. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon.

jerry aufangLocal Guide · 48 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jerry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

after repair there's a line on my screen that went back to them. they touched it and fixed it by just looking at it. magic!

Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thanks for the great review, Jerry. We're glad our technicians could quickly find and fix that line on your screen, sometimes it's that simple. If anything else comes up, please bring it back or call and we'll take care of it.

Mark Woelfle1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Mark has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We have worked with Joel for years. Always great service. Fair pricing and they stand by their work.

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thank you, Mark — we truly appreciate your continued trust in Joel and our team. We're glad our service, fair pricing, and commitment to standing by our work have made a difference. We look forward to continuing to serve you for years to come.

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