Anonymous
map-marker Saint James, Minnesota

Bought a socket fan and it didn't last long it just quit working after just just a few weeks.

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Socket fan doesn't work after bot much use. The company doesn't get back. The warranty is crap. A simple fan should last longer than a couple weeks of hardly any use. Purchased it in Amazon and they state get in contact with the manufacturer. Would sure think it should be replaced. I bought it thinking I could use it for the winter months to move air around in the house.
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User's recommendation: Don't buy Bell & Howell products.

Anonymous
map-marker Salisbury, Maryland

Bad Solar Lights

I have bought 20 solar lights from bell and howell and they all leak water in them. Not worth a *** junk. 100 of dollars wasted
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User's recommendation: DONT BUY THIS LIGHT

Nuya B

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| map-marker Durham, North Carolina

Employee

Original review Oct 02, 2023
Horrible company bad to employees and customers. Employees are told to be experts on everything while not knowing. Sending a person that knows nothing. Poorly run company. Said they would help me with my life when I was having health and family issues didnt follow through causing me too putting my 2 week. Oh and some guy came at me once for wearing a B and H shirt once and my boss said yeah that happens
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Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Do not go with this company

Taiyo Tpr
map-marker Ashtabula, Ohio

I have purchased two products from Bell and Howell and they both turned out to be worthless.

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I purchased the all-weather outdoor lights solar powered. After turning on two or three times they lose their power. Then they're useless for the rest of the night. I even turned them off for 72 hours so they can gain maximum power still the same thing happened. Definitely a black guy for those trying to push solar powered junk.
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User's recommendation: I wouldn't waste my money

Anonymous
map-marker Dayton, Ohio

You do not sell what you advertise.

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The product that I ordered from Amazon is not the product that I received. You're advertising is false if you want further details. You can call me at 937623****.
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User's recommendation: Try other options this one sucks.

Stephen G Ita

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| map-marker Durham, North Carolina

Can’t Contact Bell And Howell

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Can’t Contact Bell And Howell
My Bell and Howell Bionic Spotlight has a broken dial ( the light will not work without this part) Ive tried several contact numbers and all fail. It seems impossible to contact Bell and Howell. The light isnt even a year old. There isnt any warranty information on the box or accompanying paper work.
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Loss:
$30
Pros:
  • Light works fine
Cons:
  • Cheep plastic bracket cracked and it is necessary for use

Preferred solution: A replacement part

User's recommendation: No Warranty on this product… buyer beware!

Susan B Vsf

Flashlight

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I paid $20 for a flashlight that did not last more than three months Also the 800 number is disconnected and the other 800 number says it's also been disconnected 1-80*-***-**** and 1-80*-***-**** both connects to no one
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Loss:
$20
Pros:
  • Bright light flashlight for the little time it worked
Cons:
  • Do not stand behind their products there is no one in customer service

Preferred solution: Full refund

Anonymous
map-marker Downers Grove, Illinois

Ordered tacvisor, fell apart after first time used

Tacvisor clip broke after first time use. Cannot recomend.. this used to be a company that sold good quality products ,do not buy
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User's recommendation: Do not buy

Anonymous
map-marker Jackson, Tennessee

TAC shaver not yet received.

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TAC shaver has not been returned from been sent for repair.It has been approx. one month since it was returned.
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User's recommendation: Think hard about decision to send product for repairs.

Anonymous
map-marker Dallas, Pennsylvania

Flashlights on/off button not working

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Bell And Howell - Flashlights on/off button not working
It doesn't work button problem or the batteries are bad charged for hours will not work I have checked this light very well
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Anonymous
map-marker Niceville, Florida

Took for ever to contact someone that could address the problem which somewhat solved.

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It took forever to finally reach a person with a voice that could to begin to help address the right problem which really was only partially solved.
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Ronald M Yud

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| map-marker Dallas, Texas

Ordered 2 orders buy 1 get 2 free 1 order canceled i did not cancel

I ordered to buy one get 2 free one order was cancelled I don't know why the other order says that it went through but nothing has been withdrawn from my bank I don't know if I'm getting even one order at all
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leroy b Odr

They are selling junk.

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Bought the TacVisor .Don't waste your money,built in China .Doesn't work as advertised they fall down and will not stay in place.Their junk!
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Loss:
$23
Cons:
  • Useless

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Don’t waste your money!

2 comments
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Selling junk!!

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Triburst LED Light - JUNK FROM CHINA

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Kim J Mee

Not on the up and up

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My 90 yrs old mother ordered one they sent her 3. Trying to get someone on the line is ridiculous I have been hung up on as has my mother and my brother. They have charged her more than they were supposed and no one wants to accept responsibility. They keep saying the company has split and no one will help us resolve the issue. Not a reputable company at all. If you want to lose money then by all means order this. Realistically speaking you are going to do more Damage to your body Trying to get someone out of the floor using this.
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Preferred solution: Full refund

Lydia H Jmi

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Wrong TacVisor shipped, Customer Service phone number does not pick up the line

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I ordered the 2-in-1 tacvisor from the main website and I received the sunglare only, no night visor attached. I called to have them refund the extra $7.95 I paid or have them mail me the correct one, at the customer service number, 1-86*-595-****.

No one EVER picks up the phone. It just keeps replaying the same music and canned 'please continue to hold' message over and over. I then called Bell and Howell and was told it's a separate company, and given the phone number 1-80*-423-****. I called that, and it told me to call 1-80*-647-****, back to the SAME line that will not pick up.

It's a terrible way to treat customers, no way to contact by email, mail, not even a voicemail box.

if you must order this product go through a store where you may have a chance of getting your money back. Not a trustworthy company, blocking anyone from getting in contact with them!

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Loss:
$28
Cons:
  • Did not receive the correct product
  • No contact email or address
  • Terrible customer service and run around

Preferred solution: Deliver the correct product, or refund my money.

Anonymous

Complaint

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I purchased a Tac Razor from Bell and Howell June 5th. They were quick to bill my credit account however, I didn't receive the razor until June 15th.

After receiving the razor I tried it. It took 5 seconds to realize it was not what it was advertised to be. And that's putting it mildly. The company could not be reached by phone to request a refund.

On June 17th, I mailed the razor back to their office. Tac Razor did not acknowledge receipt of the razor for three weeks. By that time my credit card company already refused to refund my money. So, now on September 6th my dispute is still open.

My american credit card company states that it is still waiting for a response from Tac Razor. I'm writing this to warn others about buying a tac Razor online.

They can be purchase in a brick and mortar store. There at least you can return the razor when you realized you wasted money on crap.

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Loss:
$31
Pros:
  • Non

User's recommendation: Don't buy TAC RAzor

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Summary

Online store Bell + Howell distributes electronic devices, pieces of interior decor (lamps, etc.), personal accessories (shavers, bags, etc.) and some other goods which are demonstrated on the official site. The company has a separate product line consisting of vintage Bell And Howell products and offers maintenance and repair of such items. The distribution area covers the USA territory, namely well-known chains of supermarkets and stores such as Walmart, Kohl's, Costco, Shopco, Walgreens and the others. In addition to this, Bell + Howell joins its forces with different manufacturers in order to differentiate product line and keeps ongoing advertising campaigns. The customers can place their orders in the telephone or online regime. Corporate clients can learn about licensing opportunities which are also available at the New York office of Bluestar Alliance.

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