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Comprenew
1454 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508, United States
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An
Review №1

If you need laptop, or an electronic project or something for your teen to take apart and maybe fix...or not. This is the place to go. Knowledgeable staff.

Le
Review №2

Excellent place to recycle old computers and equipment. Large selection of refurbished computers and monitors.

La
Review №3

Havent. been to this store in over a year.... used to be organized and interesting finds! Now it junkie and not worth the trip.

Sh
Review №4

Great nonprofit. I get all my used computer parts from there.

Mi
Review №5

Good computer selection, fair prices, and obscure parts. Love it.

Pa
Review №6

3rd laptop Ive gotten from them no issues with what they sell

Mi
Review №7

The staff here are so knowledgeable and service oriented. I would highly recommend checking with Comprenew before heading to a big box store. Their website is also very user friendly and you can tell that whoever is in charge of the user interface and product showcasing has an eye for detail and user experience.

Jo
Review №8

Excellent affordable place to recycle your electronics or purchase new and refurbished components

Pa
Review №9

Very helpful. Answered my question about software. Was expecting to be ignored like at a big box computer company but they helped with a hard drive form my laptop and help me in recycling my old computer stuff. Ross B was very friendly.

Jo
Review №10

Those guys, Ford and Aiden. Amazing fellas. Helped me with everything I needed and were absolutely amazing to be around. If any management person reads this. Give. Them. Raises. They deserve it

Wi
Review №11

Great place to get low cost computer. Or recycle your old one

Ti
Review №12

A lot of great older stuff! Great for messing around with older computers for sure..

EJ
Review №13

Good place to go if you are in a pinch for bottom tier stuff. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. Items that I looked at were overpriced compared to Amazon or best buy, or just not of good value in general. Always fun to look around though.

Je
Review №14

They have a very kind and helpful staff. I feel like a kid in a candy store everytime I go. They are an amazing company and store, I highly recommend checking them out.

Ma
Review №15

Very friendly people. We called them asking for an adapter (PCIe to M.2), they didnt have any at the moment, but offered some suggestions and a lot of helpful advice. We definitely would do business with them.

Je
Review №16

A great go-to for those who love tinkering with technology. I quite enjoy this place and have used several parts from here on my own builds. Also a great place to recycle old tech! Tech. Store 5/5

Ru
Review №17

Great place to go on a low budget. Computers are all current operating systems.

Jo
Review №18

Extremely over priced for old tech. Some prices are so high you are better off buying new. I understand everyone needs to make a living but selling a 7 year old laptop for $75 less than a decent brand new one just seems terrible. Do yourself a favor and buy new until these guys start charging reasonable prices for their borderline junk they get for free. If their business isnt sustainable while being fair maybe they shouldnt be in business.

Mi
Review №19

Stock is a little low, but still a good place to stop and buy stuff...

Jo
Review №20

Keep in mind that recycling drop off is NOT a FREE service. something they fail to mention on their website. hmmm I wonder why....

Ch
Review №21

Used to be able to go in there and snag a cheap 10-yo laptop to be able to do schoolwork or basic word on for about $100. Now those same 10-15-yo laptops are $400-600. Youre literally better off buying a new computer for that price.

be
Review №22

Friendly, helpful service

Ch
Review №23

Staff was very helpful. The store offers used electronics at attractive prices.

Ro
Review №24

Great customer service, knew exactly what I needed as I walked in. Do you want Quality Parts at a greatly reduced price, come here

Ed
Review №25

Great place to find used computers at a good price and spare parts, a candy shop for techies.

Vr
Review №26

Everything there is overpriced. They pretty much charge new prices for components that are several years old.I used to think it was a good place, but now it seems scammy.I went in to donate a bunch of electronics from a family members house and they wanted to charge fees for half the stuff. Like okay, Im going to pay you to take an HDMI cord that you are going to turn around and sell. I understand if it is junk, but this was all items they sell in the store!

Jo
Review №27

Always great to see whats in stock. Sadly not enough super old crust, but great service an great selection for reasonably modern machines

Mi
Review №28

Update: They charge you for just about anything to recycle. Printers: $6, ANY kind of TV, up to $60. Their price list is hidden in a pdf on the bottom of one of their webpages. Also, lots of places will PAY YOU (a little) for your junk. Just check out greencitizen.com. And non-CRT TVs are fairly easy to dissemble in a few minutes:

Fe
Review №29

I dont know anything about computers but using then and they helped me understand alot plus they spoke to my fiancee on FaceTime to let him know what the problem was. Professional and nice.

Ti
Review №30

With laptops hard to come by I would suggest going by and checking out their stock of refurbished units they have a pretty good selection

Al
Review №31

Its nice if your looking for parts, or looking to build/upgrade your PC. Staff seems pretty knowledgeable.

Gr
Review №32

Computer has buttons

Sa
Review №33

Helpful, friendly, and customer oriented!

Co
Review №34

Always very helpful, affordable, great service and priced

Br
Review №35

Decent shop, mostly old work stations that have aged out. If you need a budget pc, its not a bad place to go, but I wouldnt expect any hidden gems for a steal.

Kr
Review №36

I love this place! Nobody could help me play my Sims 1 on my laptop. Its not compatible with Windows 10. I struggled and for years couldnt play my game. An employee named, Hogar, helped me and another employee, Ross, fixed my issue and made it work! He took hours fixing it and really helped me out! Plus it was cheap! $30!!! I couldnt believe it! Thank you Comprenew for allowing me to relive my youth and play my older game!

Br
Review №37

Great guys to work with.

Ke
Review №38

Selection of AC power adapters is incomparable!

Je
Review №39

Been going here for a while, this place is great for finding electronics projects or old hardware that might still have good parts. They have two sections, one (called digital digs) is broken hardware for salvage, and the other is known-good working hardware.The working hardware is fine, though youll generally find a better deal at places like Valley City. The digital digs section is the really unique offering where you can find some great parts and projects. Some of the hardware gets cheaper over time if it doesnt sell, with discount stickers, while some hardware seems to never sell, and sits for very long periods of time (to the point the price stickers fade.) The staff isnt able to negotiate on these stale items, which seems a shame.Staff is always friendly, knowledgable, and willing to help.In the back is also a somewhat separate section with recycled scrap from manufacturers, the idea being that it be resold and reused for creative projects. There are some good deals in here, as well as some (in my opinion) over priced waste of little value. Worth a quick look through though. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and all that.

ka
Review №40

They go what ya need love thus place cant live without it lol.

Al
Review №41

Aiden helped me find a projector and helped me get everything I needed. I ended up sending 6 other people to Aiden for help just this weekend. Absolutely the best tech help I have ever received. Will be back again.

Ja
Review №42

Great place to recycle electronics and batteries. Some items are charged by the pound for recycling. Better than stuffed in a landfill.

Fr
Review №43

Very nice and helpful and was a nice shopping experience

Jo
Review №44

Comprenew is a wonderful place to bring your old electronic equipment. I brought in several old computers, cables, keyboards, and monitors. It costs nothing to drop them off and theyre one of only a couple double certified places for data cleaning/safety. We have an old washing machine motor and they even said theyll take that. Employees there said that NOTHING goes in landfills; everything is recycled.

Bo
Review №45

Great selection of new, used, and referbished computer parts. Especially appreciate their commitment to recycling

St
Review №46

Great staff. Very knowledgeable. Great prices too

Da
Review №47

Easily overlook store. I have driven by it so many times and finally decided to stop one snowy evening. Good supply of used, new, and restored computers, laptops and monitors. Prices were fair but I felt a little on the high side for the product received. There is a great recycle program for old computers and hardware that is free to most but there is a charge for some items that are difficult to dispose of such as CRT monitors. Hard drive disposal can be accommodated as well. The disposal can be a simple wipe or a complete destruction if needed.

Ar
Review №48

Really helpful in diagnosing the computers problem took their time and didnt charge hardly anything

Bo
Review №49

Very helpful, answered many questions regarding cell phones and accessories. I totally trust their expertise!

ro
Review №50

A good place to recycle your old laptops and towers. They are very helpful. Check them out for use equipment.

Ra
Review №51

Use to be something great!!!! when you could go pick in bins and get great deals now i dont waste my time i can order the brand new stuff for cheaper or same price

al
Review №52

The customer service there is Excellent! They are intentional about helping and making sure your equipment is correct. Thanks a Bunch!

la
Review №53

Nice front desk lady helped out with what I needed.

Is
Review №54

Nice computer store. They charge decent rates for services, and their computers are fairly priced. I took a laptop in, and they looked at it for free and were very helpful. I definitely recommend this store if you want a refurbished Dell, Asus, or other laptop or computer.

Ca
Review №55

Comprenew has been a blessed go-to place for our whole family. We drop off old unused hardware there. We know it will be fixed and resold for a good cause. Its a great place to buy inexpensive things like cords and chargers. Why buy new when a used item will do the trick? One can pick up used desktops and laptops at bargain prices. Every town and city needs a store like this. I hope they expnad successfully.

da
Review №56

Awesome place to go if you are looking for affordable electronics

TJ
Review №57

Great service with a laid back crew ready to assist in the process. Worth the time to take your old gear here. Way better than having your old electronics wind up in the run of the mill landfill, leaching into the water table, and wasting the resources that can be repurposed or recycled.

Ph
Review №58

Awesome place for computers and computer parts. Like a Goodwill for electronics. Also, there is a craft spot in the back. Super helpful staff and you can feel good about dropping money here as it is a charity. My first stop for computers.

Ju
Review №59

They have great quality cell phone and computer parts, knowledgeable too

Da
Review №60

Good, friendly service. Honest & informative. And the prices are right too!

Su
Review №61

Great store with great employees. You can find all the parts you need to build your own computer, or an inexpensive pre-built. Great place to recycle your old tech as well.

Sh
Review №62

Friendly helpful staff, and you can feel good about reusing equipment that is too good to go into a landfill just because someone upgraded.Crafty people should check out the back of the store where they sell pieces of tiles,foam, plastic,fabric,etc., for craft inspiration.

Ro
Review №63

This is two stores in one. Front is used repaired electronics, computers, stereo equipment, and anything else in the field of electronics you never know what you will find. Bring all your not needed or used electronics they will take it and fix if possible and resale at a discount.Back of store is like nothing Ive ever seen. They sell all kinds of paper, fabrics, foam or anything left over from many companies around the area you have to see it. My granddaughter finds lots of stuff to build gifts or cards or just for herself. Fill a bag for one low price.

Br
Review №64

They apparently cant sell broken computers anymore. The prices arent much of a deal anymore. Their commercial hardware prices are the worst Been going to some form of this store since it was on 10 mile. I hate to say it, but go to eBay. Really disappointing.

Ca
Review №65

Aside from the nice selection of items they have, Ive also brought in my computer when it needed to be fixed and they were able to help. Theyre nice people who are always happy to assist you.

Sa
Review №66

Location is pretty sketchy and the inside is as well but the people here are really nice and willing to help out

Al
Review №67

They have a great collection of odds and ends. Like a monoprice or Newegg that you can visit :)

We
Review №68

Useful computer place doing a good deed by recycling old components. Fun to stop here to complete a project or start a new one.

Ge
Review №69

Nice place to recycle home electronics also they sell refurbished laptops and other computers very knowledgeable

ji
Review №70

Fast and courteous. 😁

La
Review №71

Comprenew is an excellent Computer repair shop and a good source for laptops and desktops.

An
Review №72

Good people, great service, good computer hardware!

Ed
Review №73

Oh how I like resale stores. Comprenew has an amazing collection of old electronics. Perfect for my tinkering mind. Some of the items seem a bit overpriced. But perhaps its just Im not aware of their value. I like contributing to the electronic recycling. Also disagree about the charge for old CRT televisions and monitors

Do
Review №74

Great place for used computer stuff.

Ar
Review №75

I wouldnt augment my body anywhere else.

Da
Review №76

Expert professional advice saved me time and $$. Thanks to Holger - and Silverio.

Ti
Review №77

Unique place with cool old electronics.

Do
Review №78

Good customer service, a little overprices for computers and laptops. Grat prace for used spare parts.

Bo
Review №79

Spectacular sensitivity, service and care for the Earth.. thank you so much.

Ma
Review №80

This is a pretty cool spot. I could spend hours here

Jo
Review №81

Great place to find items,that others do not have.

Te
Review №82

Good place to get things fixed or buy used computers and electronics

As
Review №83

Great price for refurbished computer.

Da
Review №84

I love getting good, used parts/accessories here. Id rather see them here than in a landfill somewhere.

Ta
Review №85

Great prices, helpful staff, all kinds of interesting things in the digital diggs section. Highly recommend checking it out if you like to tinker with electronics and computers.

Mi
Review №86

A great place to donate electronics and purchasing computers and computer parts.

Be
Review №87

Good used computer parts to repair older ones. Junk laptops for part are a good deal.

Av
Review №88

Best thing in grand rapids like it. Better than best buy.

Ja
Review №89

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. But for used prices they are on the higher side.

B
Review №90

Sweet place to get a budget pc or project. Definitely recommend

An
Review №91

They have amazing prices and a good selection, this one and the one on Northland are both great locations. Cheap prices, friendly staff, and a great selection of computer stuff

Er
Review №92

Not fancy, new or shiny but if you like tech its a good place.

Mi
Review №93

Always has great used equipment! Zero landfill for recycling electronics.

Gl
Review №94

Lots there youd never think would be. Its nice for one thing that there are places (such as comprenew) that will securely recycle media for free, but its also really cool to see all of the things on sale. Little things like molex adapters, various add on cards, adapters, etc. Its sort of unfortunate that they arent a little more price competitive with online retailers though - on some of these obscure things, Amazon may have them beat out by even %50, including shipping and handling.

JR
Review №95

Great place to recycle older stuff, good for used stuff slso

Gr
Review №96

What can I say, Ive never been disappointed yet!

Ni
Review №97

A great group of people doing great work!

Jo
Review №98

Fun store for the tinkerer. Picked up a scratch and dent 19 monitor for $15.

Mi
Review №99

Great place for used computers and components. Great staff and techs

Sw
Review №100

Terrible

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  • Address:1454 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508, United States
  • Site:http://comprenew.org/
  • Phone:+1 616-243-5310
Categories
  • Electronics store
  • Computer repair service
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–6PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–6PM
  • Sunday:10AM–6PM
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Assembly service:Yes
  • Repair services:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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