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Direct Unlocks has a rating of 3.9 stars from 3,306 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Direct Unlocks most frequently mention great service, sim card, and time frame. Direct Unlocks ranks 1st among Unlocked Phones sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 75.3%
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Top Positive Review

“Very easy timely and effective.”

Greg W.
9/14/24

Direct Unlock provided excellent service! They unlocked my phone quickly and efficiently, delivering results in less time than expected. The process was smooth and hassle-free, with great customer support throughout. I highly recommend them for anyone needing a fast and reliable phone unlocking service. Absolutely worth it!

Top Critical Review

“Absolutely pathetic.”

Nate A.
9/17/24

Took over 20 DAYS to unlock! And spent the 100 to get it unlocked immediately. And bc of the longest waiting time. I now have unlocked my phone for no reason. So direct unlock wasted my time and my money. Sent multiple emails stating that the almost month wait was too much, and wanted a refund but was declined! 0/10. Had to put one star just to even write this review but that's the only reason I put one star. Highly disappointed and definitely not satisfied.

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August 7th, 2023
Verified purchase

This seems deceptive- I was quoted one price and then $58.00 is required to continue. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth. This service is very expensive- beware.

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November 16th, 2015
Verified purchase

I had network check and then mobile phone unlocked from them the service and the customer care was amazing they update me for every bit of it, highly recommended

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May 9th, 2016
Verified purchase

Phone got unlocked quick and with no problems, just inserted new sim and it worked. I also kept up to date with the process through emails. Will recommend :)

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November 8th, 2015
Verified purchase

Long wait time, paid twice as unlocked the same Imei number already unlocked and still not received my money back or the decency of a response so pretty annoyed!

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October 23rd, 2021

Absolute scammers nearly a month and no unlock keep away from them

I ordered and unlock almost a month ago and the countdown started, I contacted them after two weeks and a new countdown started which has now frozen at 1 day 8 hours for about a week, I have contacted them but can see I am going to get nowhere fast and my money is gone

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March 7th, 2023

I saw this company on a Google search amd saw they had great reviews. I paid the INITIAL check fee, which they make it seems as if you're paying to get the unlock code. You then get a message to pay an additional fee for the unlock code. I felt uneasy, but I paid the additional fee because the phone I purchased online was locked to the carrier. I waited the 5 days, and the progress bar went to 99% and got a message saying that they are needing additional time. I emailed them 3 times, to which they never replied. I honestly wanted to leave a good rating for this company, but I feel that the majority of the positive reviews are fake. STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY!

ONCE THEY STICK BY THEIR WORD, I WILL UPDATE MY REVIEW...AS OF 3/7/2023, MY REVIEW STANDS AS SUCH

Tip for consumers:
Stay away from this company. They will lie and string you along. PLEASE listen to the negative TRUE reviews. Ask yourself, why are different people having the EXACT same issue.....

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1 helpful vote
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November 17th, 2022
Verified purchase

After I paid the full price more than a week ago, still waiting for the solution. I cannot reach real customer service! Already written a couple of emails but only the same pre-written auto-reply (See pic below) I've received. No telephone number is available for assistance, no chat box is available, and there is no chance to reach them at all.
There are other trustful unlocking services are available on the market with real customer service and faster service time! If you don't want to risk your money and need quick service AVOID DIRECT UNLOCKS! ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMENDED!

Tip for consumers:
NOT RECOMMENDED! SEEMS LIKE I JUST LOST 80USD

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October 29th, 2023
Verified purchase

First they charge $28.99 and then after 5 minutes they look for a further $60 to finish the process. The unlock was extremely slow and in the end it did not work. Complete waste of money

Reason I chose this business:

To try unlock my phone for use abroad

Reason I chose this product:

To try unlock my phone for use abroad

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October 8th, 2023
Verified purchase

I was never given the service I paid for! My device is still SIM-LOCKED and I'm still being given the same excuse. I want a refund but I'm being ignored! I really feel scammed and that's not right to take people money and not provide them a service!

Yes

Reason I chose this business:

I assumed they were legit and I see they are not!

Reason I chose this product:

I thought they were professionals

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November 1st, 2015
Verified purchase

I was warned that it might take a little longer than normal because the phone was locked to T-Mobile I was traveling from the US to Africa during the process so I was a little worried at first. But after almost two weeks the process was complete and phone was completely unlocked.

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September 12th, 2019

I have placed order for icloud unlocking in December 2018 and after 3 days they said we dont have service And they didnt refund i said ok then Feb 2019 they said we have service pay the premium service money and they gonna open i paid till now 100 pound and its now more then 7 month and they are playing with me

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1 review
2 helpful votes
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August 6th, 2019

Don't use, I even asked them via email about my problem and they promised it works (Luke) and then just never happens, bunch of cheaters fraudsters and liars

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5 reviews
16 helpful votes
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September 15th, 2017

I paid for icloud unlock and after a day they sent me another mail to provide extra amount. So total is 50 pound for icloud unlock. Beware of their cheap price on the beginning.

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August 23rd, 2017

DO NOT SPEND ANY MONEY WITH THIS COMPANY. They will take your money and then claim that Apple has your phone listed as Stolen/Lost. I contacted Apple directly and there was no problem unlocking (wish I had done so in the first place!). All you will be offered by OfficialiPhoneUnlock is a voucher for "future services". Nothing appeared and despite numerous attempts to get a refund, no response. I am seeking to get a charge-back for the money I spent with the online payment service used to process the transaction.

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September 17th, 2015
Verified purchase

My phone was locked and barred so it did take about two and a half months, but they kept me informed during the entire process letting me know when the services will be complete.

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June 14th, 2016
Verified purchase

I'm from South America and this company is really credible. If You get their services, you're gonna have your phone unlocked at the time that they promise. I'm really happy. Thank you so much.!

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3 reviews
1 helpful vote
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September 29th, 2023
Verified purchase

IPhone 14 Pro **************) was paid and guaranteed to be unlocked. After 10 days, I got an email stating that I had to pay for "premium service" to unlock, after I have already been charged $40 MORE than their original quoted price. Seeing more and more reviews for this being a SCAM operation, I am now believing it. STAY AWAY, SAVE YOUR MONEY, IT'S A SCAM

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I'm disputing all charges with my credit card for the "guaranteed eligibility check and full unlock" that they advertise. This is a SCAM all the way around. They don't provide anything!

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March 27th, 2020

"False advertising "
Unlock for IMEI **************
Order: *******
I asked then to unlock my cell phone on 10/02/20 because I would travel overseas on 02/23/20 and so far it has not been unlocked, and every time I get in contact by- e-mail for their support, they take a long time to answer and when they answer me, they do with automatic answers like this one ("we hope to be given a date when this and other unlocks will be completed
We understand that they have incurred delays, but we dont want to leave our customers in the dark
I can assure you that we will all pull together to get all unlocks completed as soon as possible
Thank you for your patience
Kind regards
Luke")

I need the unlock now, during this week, that I am traveling on vacation and something else that show on the end of page of unlock Is that their average unlock time is 1 to 6 hours this is " false advertising"

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June 10th, 2024
Verified purchase

Es demasiado fácil realizar la operación y súper práctico

Reason I chose this business:

Por la rapidez

Reason I chose this product:

Por la confiabilidad

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Customer Service R. – Direct Unlocks Rep

Hola Víctor Hernández, gracias por tomarte el tiempo de dejar tus comentarios y por elegir Desbloqueos Directos. Me alegra que haya encontrado el proceso fácil y práctico y que la velocidad y confiabilidad hayan cumplido sus expectativas. Si tiene alguna otra pregunta o necesita más ayuda, no dude en hacérnoslo saber. Siempre estamos aquí para ayudar a mejorar su experiencia. Saludos cordiales, Carlota

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January 26th, 2020

Basically it's a fraudulent site. Initially they asked for a small fee to sim unlock an iPhone 11. Then, they wanted more, as they said, the initial small fee was for a pre order... Then they said they couldn't not unlock the device bacause it was reported as stolen or in breach of contract, having the audacity to send me a link that, free of charge, that reported accordingly... When I complained, that they could have used the free link to tell me that the phone can't be unlocked and not charge me more than 50 euros, they said, no worries, they can issue me a voucher, when their Premium sim unlock is ready... And presumably charge more. When I demanded a full refund, they said OK, only if I send them the original receipt for the purchase of the iPhone. When I did send them the receipt... Nothing, they no longer respond to my emails for a rufund. Simply put, it's a scam. Beware.

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December 23rd, 2015

Dear sir
Sales officer
www.officialiphoneunlock.co.uk
I have received ur mail before a few days but i don't have another device to send u its imei no. That's why i want to request u please return my full pre oder payment 49.99£. In my account no master card. 5140. 1020. 2019. 6352. I'll be ax termly thankful to u.my imei no and my pre order code no
Imei **************
Oder no *******
Oder no ******* so plz im watting ur riply
From. Waseem shabeer
*******@yahoo.com

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October 24th, 2015
Verified purchase

AWFUL. Hidden charges, incorrect GUARANTEED unlock dates, had to wait three weeks and threaten legal action
Do not respond to email or answer the phone
DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY - google them and see how many people have been ripped off by them

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September 15th, 2015
Verified purchase

These guys are really amazing. At first I was afraid whether my iphone will be unlocked or not and also I was afraid of the money which I paid is secure or not and they are real or not. And I finally I found they are real and the work done by them is really appreciating. They did my iohone 5 unlocked which bellonged to AT & T USA network and they responded me in a timely manner.

Thanks to the Officialiphoneunlock Team!

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2 helpful votes
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May 19th, 2023
Verified purchase

Read below and I'll explain how the scam works - the ONLY actual capability they have is to blacklist devices for the financial extraction of victims as part of the scam.

5/14/23

I am testing this unlocking service and am doing updates how it progresses. I've read the reviews and will continuously update how this goes. Hopefully they can do what they say and it's legit. Will update cross posts.

I am SIM locked to Verizon's network and want to unlock my iPhone 14 Pro Max. I ordered their "unlock check" today and have paid them twice. Lets see what happens.

5/16/23 - Ordered Service, paid $28 to "check" my IMEI.

5/16/23 - Got an email saying they are able to unlock my phone and to pay another….$45. That was paid and now I have a pretty 7 day countdown timer I have access to online.

Will update to five stars if it actually works.

5/17/23

Directunlocks contacts me through trustpilot and asks for my IMEI and my device is blacklisted 2 hours later. I counted the phone as a burner phone for this test so they can't manipulate me to pay them more for fear of them placing a fraudulent blacklist on my device. I simply don't care but my story is here as a cautionary tale to you. Just a snake oil scam.
Date of experience: May 14,2023

Tip for consumers:
100% Scam

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None. It’s a scam.

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June 25th, 2016
Verified purchase

At first I was trying to iCloud unlock a previous device, but they told me it had been lost/stolen which I had no idea about being as I bought it second hand. So then I got another device from sprint and bought they're unlock packaged and had to pay again, but when I emailed the customer support, they were very quick to respond and told me they'd refund the previous payment and my they ACTUALLY DID! Anyways I put in my unlock request on Tuesday, and got an email on Monday saying they needed a little more time sorta, and the next day it was UNLOCKED :) 6 Days. Most important thing to take from this is they're NOT SCAMMERS!

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