Illinois Battery Specialists

I've been collecting used batteries to recycle. As it turns out, I needed special batteries for my…read morecar's key fob and I knew where to go. Rather than wait for an online delivery, I knew that B+ had to have it. Turns out they did, and i immediately replaced the batteries in the fob (after first finding a screwdriver to open the cover). I also bought a case of AA batteries (on sale) and recycled a box of batteries.

These places are convenient, but they can't change most car key fob batteries, and they are erratic…read moreabout honoring their lifetime battery deals. The service here is a bit better than average for Batterieses Plus, if that's how to pluralize them. They do have some cool flashlights, I got one that I of course don't need. I have a flashlight problem, I admit.

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Batteries Plus

3.2(31 reviews)

23.1 mi

•$$$

I think batteries plus is an excellent store. I have yet to visit one throughout the Chicago…read moresuburbs that does not have a knowledgeable, friendly, and competent person working there. This store is no exception. It is a pleasure to deal with people and not automated phones. I was looking for a camera battery and while they did not carry it in the end, the batteries plus representative made all the efforts to look the battery up. Confirm that she did not have it at her store, but checked all the other batteries pluses in the area and confirmed that none of the stores carried that particular Battery But even offered another company for me to try. Unfortunately, that company was a big box store that I had already reached out to and hung up because all I could get was an animated service that could not help me. Wherever and whenever I can, I will use this store over any other store.

Very helpful and friendly. I was at the other location before they moved- new woman manager is…read morehelpful and nice. They fixed my phone and I got there almost close for my watch battery and she stayed and fixes it. Glad they got new people. Parking harder though.

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O'Reilly Auto Parts

3.7(22 reviews)

1.2 mi•Avondale

Beat or match prices

Certified professionals

Great service by Dani. Came up and approached me while I was looking for something. Took the time…read moreto get me the correct product.

Pretty nice people. Helped us get put battery checked when it died on the road. Very good resource…read moreto have.

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Batteries Plus

3.6(34 reviews)

4.4 mi•Galewood

•$$$

I had only been here once before and this visit was to get a cord for my phone charger. Sure, I…read morecould've gone to AT&T - but they'd want to sell me a whole new phone, internet service, land lines and anything else they could dream of to make more than a buck or so on a charging cord. No thanks - came to B plus B to keep it simple! And boy was it!!! I walked in and showed the salesperson what I needed. He said, I've got ya covered... walked over to a drawer pulled out a cord that was the same as mine, but black rather than white and said "here". I said, "what do I owe you" and he told me not to worry about it. A 180 degree difference than what I would have experienced at AT&T. He might not have made a sale, but I will return to that store for any reason I can think of when I'm looking for batteries, bulbs and the like!

The most incompetent people I've ever met they will promise minutes and it's takes an hour ‍ they…read morewill not fix yours things correctly they will try and say oh yeah I'll give you a deal to repair and scam you do not go to this place ever!

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Batteries Plus

3.5(21 reviews)

15.4 mi

The Oak Lawn store on 95 st provided excellent customer service. The moment I walked in was…read moregreeted by a friendly salesman Ozzie. I needed coin batteries for some Halloween toy novelties. Ozzie not only showed me the correct battery but also installed them in the toys!! At the same time he was programming a car remote! Talk about multi tasking lol! He was so gracious to the customers waiting making small talk laughing just having a nice time. A retail associate at Walmart recommended Batteries Plus for coin batteries. So glad I found this place. Ozzie has made me a permanent customer and he also will program a car remote I will order in November. Please thank Ozzie for me. The Halloween toys are working great for my kids. I will be back in a few weeks for my car remote. Highly recommend Batteries Plus in Oak Lawn. Great place. Great customer service. Alexandra

I needed a new battery for my car since I noticed that my car was not able to start during the…read morecold. I ordered the battery from online which saves you 10%. They offer free pickup and installation of the new battery. The next day, I drove down to BPB and they had my replacement battery ready for installation. I gave them my key and in 20 minutes, I was ready to drive off. Service was great and with a smile.

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Batteries Plus

2.8(31 reviews)

13.5 mi

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I've had to make 3 trips to this location to get my battery replaced under warranty. They took 6…read morehours to test the old battery, gave someone else my battery by mistake, then had me pickup the wrong battery. What a cluster F of an operation. Quick update - they finally had the replacement battery and after another trip into the store got it and took it home only to find out it was also dead... don't shop here.

I was trying to get a new key fob for my 2012 Prius. They didn't have the correct model on hand so…read morethey had to order one. No big deal, they said only 3-5 days to get it in. A week later I call asking where it was, they said actually it would be 2 weeks and they forgot to call to tell me. 3 weeks in I give them a call and they tell me oh actually it is in now and we forgot to call you again. I go in to get this done and am told to wait 40 minutes in store. I settle in, and am told that actually they can't help me because their new system actually doesn't work with my car. Complete waste of time and energy. I will not be back.

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Batteries Plus

3.9(40 reviews)

15.0 mi

I was there yesterday and had the battery in my car fob replaced. I'm of the opinion that this…read moreservice, which is less than $30, was not overpriced compared to other alternatives. The hardware store near my house was unable to replace the battery. A new car fob can cost hundreds- even more at the dealer. I'd rather spend @$30 than be unable to open or start my car. They were very courteous and efficient.

I am one of those people who wear a watch every day. About four years ago, I had my watch battery…read morereplaced at Batteries Plus for the first time. Two years later, I went back for another replacement, since watch batteries typically last around two years. That time, the associate suggested I opt for their "KITWATCHLIFE" service, a lifetime battery replacement for that specific watch, for $21.99 plus tax. It was only about $9 more than a standard battery replacement, so I figured that if I used it just one more time, I would come out ahead. I was told all I would need to do in the future was provide my phone number. I saved my receipt, just in case. Fast forward to today, I returned for another battery replacement. The store was empty except for one associate, Samantha. At first, she seemed hesitant, not because she didn't want to honor the lifetime service, but because she was concerned about damaging an expensive watch. She mentioned that if the watch was worth more than $150, they might instead offer to refund the lifetime service fee or transfer it to a different watch. I told her the battery had already been replaced twice there without issue. She decided to proceed and, to my surprise, replaced the battery in just a few minutes, much faster than previous visits. In the end, I definitely got my money's worth. If you have a watch that isn't particularly expensive, I think this is a good program to consider at Batteries Plus. Just be aware that some staff might be cautious if your watch is on the pricier side.

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O'Reilly Auto Parts

5.0(2 reviews)

3.8 mi•Montclare

Beat or match prices

Certified professionals

This O'Reilly Auto Parts looked clean and well-organized. They looked like they had a lot of useful…read moretools and gadgets. I particualarly enjoyed crevice cleaners I obtained from this store. They were helpful in cleaning my car. This store has a good location. For the size of the store, it looked like they had a lot of merchandise.

Great customer service! They will take care of you and will help you with everything. Highly…read morerecommended!

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Dave S.

16 years ago

Well, I jumped through all of Yelps hoops to write a review abut these guys. Been going there for years. I was glad to hear they didn't close, just moved. They are great at what they do. And they stand behind their stuff. A few years ago I was short of money and bought the cheapest battery for my car they had. Came with a one year guarantee. About six months in, the battery failed. They gave me a new Delco (better battery) at no charge and no hassle. I'm hooked. You can't do better. read more

Rey C.

13 years ago

After checking around, I found their batteries had higher cranking amps than the least expensive battery at the auto part chains. In other words, more power to start your car during freezing Chicago weather for less money. Besides all the other great service reviews, it's common sense. read more

Gary W.

16 years ago

This place is old school, they take care of you right away and you're in and out, I have bought my car & motorcycle batteries from them and battery charger and they are in the neighborhood for me. I just sent a friend to get a battery today. read more

tia R.

19 years ago

Great place to buy car batteries for CHEAP!!!! they even test your altenator and install the battery at no additional charge! PS I don't think it's on Kedzie its actually located on Irving Park next to revere park read more

Sara D.

12 years ago

Lowest price on a great battery, free installation on my Chevy venture which would have been an extra charge at other places. In and out in under an hour. Perfect in my book! read more

Michael T.

4 years ago

They are honest and knowledgeable. If you don't need a battery yet, they will tell you that. I try to get all my batteries there.

Mike C.

16 years ago

Quick and easy battery pick-up. They had the 12v battery for my home alarm system.

Angelo L.

13 years ago

I have used this place for 2 of my cars. They are awesome. Great service.

Mat F.

13 years ago

Forget Pep Boys and the rest. These guys have it all and at great prices!

Kris S.

12 years ago

Great price, great service. Will get batteries from them for all my cars.

Christopher B.

10 years ago

darlene over there has very good customer service.

morry a.

16 years ago

why would anyone go any place else!

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