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Byte makes clear plastic aligners to help customers straighten their teeth with no office visits. Certified dentists and orthodontists design treatment plans and monitor progress remotely. Byte offers financing options with 100% approval. You can order an impression kit risk-free; if you aren’t a good candidate, Byte refunds the price.
- Short treatment plans
- 100% approval for financing
- Lifetime guarantee
- Not everyone is a candidate
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Reviewed Oct. 7, 2025
Can not get a human being to communicate with!! They use AI for everything and solve nothing!!! Do not call back, do not respond to email just AI link to request form which they ignore. Don’t use this company!
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2025
I would give 2.5 if I could. It was absolutely mid of an experience.
Pros: everything is shipped to you, you can spring for the retainers that are only worn at night, which I did.
Cons:- After completing the treatment, my dentist is incredibly tepid on the result. "It looks better, but I still see several spots where your molars don't line up"
- This con requires a lengthy explanation. You go through the process, moving from one set of retainers to the next every week, guided by an app. I started with 13 sets for the top teeth, 11 for the bottom teeth. So I was going to finish the bottom alignment two weeks before I finished the top alignment. Fast forward to 11 weeks in. I have forgotten all about how many sets I have for top and bottom teeth. I log in to the app on sunday, when I normally switch to the next set and the app tells me 'hooray you're done!'
For the next two weeks, wear your retainers 24/7 as the teeth regrow their roots and your retainers are on the way." To my great surprise, when I received my retainers, I couldn't fit the top one on my teeth. I looked back in the box, and of course, there were two more sets of top aligners. So I ended up spending about another five weeks getting my teeth moving again, wearing the 12th and 13th top retainer, and wearing the retainers 24/7 so my teeth could settle in place.
Reviewed Sept. 24, 2025
I wish they would give me a refund! Worst let down ever. I signed up for Byte a while before I got married. This was a few years ago now. Couldn’t bet the price! Honestly, the worst thing is when you think your teeth will be straightened prior to your big day, to slowly realize that isn’t going to happen. I paid the money, and didn’t get the smile I was promised, period. I wore my aligners religiously, did the byte vibrating thing, etc. all the things you’re supposed to do. Communication with this company over my dissatisfaction was almost worse than being disappointed. It was a headache every time.
Always talking to someone new and having to send an explanation and photos over and over again with no real solution. Eventually I just gave up and realized I would never get my money back, or have straight teeth through byte. I wish they would be more honest about if you’re actually a good fit for this or not. I would also like to point out the fact that they ask for a review before you ever even receive your aligners, should’ve known then. How can you honestly review something you’ve never used?
Reviewed Sept. 23, 2025
The absolute worst experience I've ever had. Not only did they not send me what I needed. They keep asking me to pay for things I don't receive. I ended up paying and they still are asking for more. After they said everything was all cleared up. I would not recommend Byte to anyone.
Reviewed Sept. 9, 2025
Very unprofessional, not happy with the service. I wish I would saved my money and gone with Invisalign. Every time I had an issue I was never helped and pushed back for months on end. Messages like: "I hear your frustration, and I’m truly sorry this has felt overwhelming." The quickest way to get your concerns resolved—whether it’s moving forward with treatment or reviewing other options—is by working directly with your clinical support team. They’re the ones best equipped to review your case in detail and provide you with the right guidance. I’ve already looped them in, and you can expect to hear from them within 1–2 business days. Only to proceed with more emails and messages of how else they can continue to string me along.
Reviewed Sept. 3, 2025
Byte aligner company doesn't send promised accessories that were paid for. The constant customer support line asking the same repetitive questions with no support or resolution. Never sent my lower retainer, even after being paid for. Byte asks for the same pictures 5 times for the same complaint.
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2025
Byte took my money and left me untreated! I had a 1,000 to hit my Credit card account after months of me telling them the aligners aren’t working. They wanted me to go backwards and forwards and I just explained I wanted to end it all! Welp, I’m still paying on that CC and they would not refund me! I ended up getting braces because the aligners weren’t strong enough to grip my bottom teeth and still had to pay! I wouldn’t recommend them to Satan!! I still want my money back!!!
Reviewed Aug. 25, 2025
Awful! They do not guarantee or stick to anything. My top aligners didn’t even fit my teeth so they didn’t change which was disappointing. A waste of 3 grand. Should’ve listened to the bad reviews online!
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2025
I am waiting for them to reimburse me. There is a lawsuit in Florida against them. They can reimburse or have multiple lawsuits which I highly encourage because many people have irreversible issues because of using BYTE. I used the aligners and followed every step, when there was discomfort I notified them, when they didn't fit I notified, I kept on track and they finally sent new sets of corrected aligners and they were still not adjusting properly and uncomfortable. My teeth have a constant dull pain now as a result of it all and are sensitive when I close my mouth.
Reviewed July 26, 2025
This company is a joke. I went through care credit to purchase my aligners. I went through the whole process of sending in my molds etc. The packaging was nice but it would have been even better if they actually worked. I followed my customized program to the T. By the time I was complete with my last aligner my teeth looked the same with a slight change. They give you a 3D video of how your teeth are supposed to look once completed. I was totally unsatisfied. I also saw the company was in the middle of some legal issues (not surprised). I reached out to a representative who apologized and told me that a refund was an easy process that would take about 14 to 30 business days. I was also in the process of buying a home, my lender asked me if there were any credit cards that I could pay down to lower my monthly mortgage.
I told him that I had talked to a representative about my care credit card, and that Byte assured me that they would pay my money back. They told me that I would need to go to a dentist and then a dentist would have to assess my teeth and sign off showing that I need further cosmetic services. I went to the dentist. He told me never to go through this company again. I had went to my dentist prior to this and they still had my teeth x-rays. During this visit they did a new assessment and per his professional opinion, my teeth have not been corrected, and further stated that I would need to go somewhere else to have cosmetic dentistry performed. He referred some places. I sent the requested information to byte. However, I was surprised when they told me that they were denying my refund.
Luckily I have Dental Insurance because I would be out of an additional 200 and some odd dollars after going to the dentist, whom they told me to go to and I would be given my refund. I asked to speak to someone and they further told me that they would not be able to give me a refund, but that they were not able to tell me why when I question them as to why they refused to give me an answer. Do not under any circumstances do business with this company! I was also inconvenienced when my lender had to change my lending agreement information after they did not keep their end of the bargain, which was paying off my account. They did offer me another set of aligners but why would I want to go through that again when they didn’t work the first time?
Reviewed July 17, 2025
I am extremely disappointed with the requirements now placed upon existing customers. They requested a digital oral scan, which is absolutely ridiculous when you’re already providing your dental records. I was so close to finishing my care through Byte and yet I cannot get my final set of aligners to finish treatment. My dental office will not provide this scan unless requested by my dentist, who doesn’t see any reason to refer me to do so. Highly recommend to just going through your dentist.
Reviewed July 14, 2025
Byte promised to straighten my teeth. However, after two sets of aligners, they are still crooked. They asked me to provide x-rays, a scan, and dental records from my dentist and promised $400 reimbursement. I provided them with the requested information. They did not reimburse me, saying they will reimburse me AFTER I pay more money to "re-enter" treatment. I did not end treatment in order to need to re-enter. My teeth aren't straight yet. In order to continue treatment, they want $739 *additional* payment, claiming I need to re-enter treatment. Treatment was never completed, paused, or halted. I always wear my Byte aligner. I never left treatment because they aren't straight. Better, but not complete. I am 0% satisfied and do NOT recommend Byte.
Reviewed July 14, 2025
Terrible customer service, did not receive desired results, you can never get a person. Their "professional" staff that creates your care plan is a joke. They don't actually look at or read anything, my guess is it gets thrown through a computer program by some lacky with no special skills. God forbid something happens to a retainer, you will never get a replacement in time. Good luck getting your final retainer, they will just ask for pictures a million times and continue to find excuses to not send your retainer. It is worth it to pay a bit more and go to a company that actually has customer service.
Reviewed July 12, 2025
Be warned! Very cheap aligners that break and the customer service makes it nearly impossible to order new ones. They make you pay for everything up front with "10 year support" however, there is no support to be had. They will send you down a rabbit hole of emails and pictures to get replacements on aligners that *will* break. Currently still dealing with customer service after a month and a half to get a replacement. Do not buy! Go somewhere more accredited even if it may cost a little more.
Reviewed June 30, 2025
Terrible customer service, aligners cut into my gums. I did everything required for my treatment, every time I Reached out to customer service they would give me the run around. At the end of my treatment my teeth were not straight. I Reached out to customer service, they asked me to go to a dentist to get a digital intraoral scan, and full mouth x rays. If I were to get this from a dentist, I would receive treatment from that dentist. I asked for a molding kit, they said they don't do molding kits anymore. Terrible product, customer service is garbage. Stay away.
Reviewed June 23, 2025
I thought that Byte would be a good idea. I'm a responsible adult. I have good health and I can follow direction. First, the process took a lot longer to complete. Part of it was my fault (I switched aligners when it was recommended) and part of it was the Byte team. They don't really pay attention to what you are reporting. Your "conversation" with your team is through form emails. It is impossible to get anyone on the phone and if you actually do, then they can't do anything (AND THERE IS NEVER A SUPERVISOR OR MANAGER AVAILABLE). Consequently although I wore my aligners for the recommended time for each set I had to back steps numerous times. I was in the aligners for almost two years.
Then I was offered the protection plan which is five years worth of aligners - DO NOT BUY THIS PLAN. THEY LIE!!!! When I signed up for it I was told that you would get a new impression kit in order to make your new aligners because of course your teeth will change over time (new crowns, bridges...) BUT when I went to order my first set of aligners under the plan they have stopped using new impressions, not for the first set, not for the fifth set, not for the tenth set five plus years later. I definitely do not recommend BYTE. Thankfully I never recommended them to any of my friends.
Reviewed May 27, 2025
I strongly advise anyone considering Byte to proceed with caution. My experience has been nothing short of frustrating and disappointing. I began treatment with Byte in 2024 and was initially hopeful. However, since November, I’ve received almost no meaningful support, and absolutely no treatment since February 2025. Despite following all instructions and paying my monthly fees, I’ve been left wearing the same set of aligners for over three months—which can damage teeth if not properly monitored or replaced. Customer support is ineffective at best and dismissive at worst. I receive copy-paste responses that do not address my specific concerns, and every attempt to escalate has gone nowhere. Byte now expects me to pay out of pocket for X-rays and dental records from my own provider—something that was never mentioned in their initial promises.
I have requested help, clarification, and even a refund. Not only have those requests been ignored, but Byte continues to bill me monthly with no regard for the lack of service provided. They have offered no legitimate pathway for resolution, and no access to a real person with decision-making power. Byte markets itself as an affordable, at-home treatment alternative—but in my case, it’s become a waste of money and a source of stress, with zero results and no accountability. I plan to file formal complaints with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and consumer protection agencies, and I urge others experiencing similar issues to do the same.
Reviewed May 23, 2025
I ordered and started using right away and experienced jaw pain so I went to my dentist and they advised they were moving only my top teeth and not bottom and knowingly misaligning my teeth causing them not to line up correctly. This eventually led to my molar crown cracking. I went back and forth with customer service about this and even submitted letters from both dentist and my proper, orthodontist made, treatment plan which now includes a new crown… And Byte said they can not help or refund me even though only 3 weeks of trays were opened. They want me to “continue treatment” per the emails like I don’t have jaw pain, a cracked crown and $7k of proper orthodontist work I am looking at now.
Reviewed May 13, 2025
Do not give this company your money. I regret it! I was sold by the price and short term results. The liners they gave me do not fit and I have tried reaching out to customer service several times. They give you the run around and make you explain it what’s going on over and over and request pictures, etc. After giving me the run around for weeks, their solution was for me to boil water and try to fix the liners myself…. Terrible and unethical company! And now I’m paying for liners that I literally cannot use!!
Reviewed May 11, 2025
Our experience with Byte has unfortunately been disappointing, especially during the final and most critical phase of my daughter's treatment. She diligently completed her aligner treatment as instructed and transitioned to using the provided retainers, which are essential to maintaining the results. However, soon after starting the retainer phase, the retainers broke. We immediately reached out to Byte to get support and have their clinical team assess the situation. Rather than assisting us constructively, the response from Byte was accusatory. They asked a series of questions aimed at determining whether we had failed to follow their instructions. My daughter clearly communicated that she wore the retainers as instructed — 22 hours a day for the first two weeks — as per their guidelines.
Despite her compliance, Byte insisted that she did not follow the directions correctly and used that as grounds to void the so-called lifetime warranty. Their refusal to replace the broken retainers or offer further clinical support is unacceptable, especially considering that she did everything required on her end. It is extremely concerning that Byte’s approach to warranty claims appears to focus on blaming the customer instead of taking responsibility for possible product flaws or offering real solutions.
A lifetime warranty should mean exactly that — provided the customer follows the guidelines, which we firmly believe we did. The idea that their clinical review concluded non-compliance, despite no evidence and clear communication from us, feels like a tactic to avoid honoring their own policies. I caution anyone considering Byte to carefully evaluate their customer service and warranty practices. The aligner process is not cheap, and you expect the company to stand behind their product — especially when the patient has followed instructions to the letter. Unfortunately, that has not been our experience.
Reviewed May 5, 2025
When I first signed up, the packaging and everything was so pretty. But that was all, they lacked communication, never answered the emails and when they did they just kept asking for the same pictures. NO CHANGE AT ALL IN MY SMILE. Not responsive, FRAUD.
Reviewed April 17, 2025
I normally don’t leave reviews, but I feel it’s important to share my experience with Byte so others can make an informed decision. When I first signed up, Byte’s customer service was top-notch — responsive, friendly, and eager to help. That gave me confidence in moving forward with treatment. Unfortunately, once I became a customer, the quality of support drastically declined.
My treatment plan was canceled by Byte — not by me — and I was never given the opportunity to complete it. While I was refunded for the remainder of the treatment that wasn’t shipped, I was not refunded for the portion I had already paid for, despite the treatment being incomplete. I’ve reached out several times for a clear explanation and a fair resolution, but the responses have been vague, unhelpful, and dismissive. I’m now strongly considering filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and exploring other consumer protection options. Byte made a commitment to provide a full treatment plan, and they failed to deliver on that promise. If you’re considering Byte, please be cautious. The aligners might work well for some, but if anything goes wrong, the support you get may not match the promises made before you pay.
Reviewed April 16, 2025
⸻Please Read Before Using BYTE Aligners – My Honest Experience. I feel obligated to share my experience with Byte Aligners in hopes that it prevents someone else from going through the nightmare I’ve been dealing with. Byte has caused serious, possibly irreversible damage to my teeth and overall oral health. After trusting them to straighten my smile, I was left with my teeth moved sideways, loosened (including mobility in my front tooth, which I never had before), and severe misalignment that has led multiple dentists to tell me I may now need a dental implant—all because of these aligners. I am no longer a candidate for aligners due to the damage they’ve caused.
I’ve reached out to Byte multiple times and their response has been completely inadequate. They’ve offered only a refund for the aligners and a single $140 dentist bill, despite the extensive and costly repairs I now face. I continue to receive automated check-in reminders from them, which is insulting considering the trauma they’ve caused. What’s worse is that they are currently under a class action lawsuit for this exact issue—and they’ve admitted in notices that their aligners are harming people. Yet they continue to market and sign up new patients as if nothing is wrong.
This experience has left me feeling ignored, dehumanized, and heartbroken about my smile—something I used to be confident in. The emotional toll is just as real as the physical one. I am in the process of seeking legal action, but in the meantime, I want my story to be heard. If you’re considering Byte, please do your research and think twice. I wouldn’t wish this on anyone.
Reviewed April 11, 2025
I purchased Byte for my son last Summer and he has been wearing his aligners for more than the recommended number of hours with NO noticeable change in the alignment of his teeth. I have reached out to Byte without any meaningful response. They recommended having my son spend our money to have his teeth evaluated by our dentist. We did this at our cost and our dentist recommended that he no longer continue with Byte because it is not working and is not likely to straighten his teeth without in person professional monitoring. This was a waste of money, and communication with Byte has been poor. I would not recommend any teeth alignment product from Byte at the present time. I asked for a refund and have been ignored.
Reviewed April 8, 2025
DO NOT USE BYTE!!! I am 2 years into treatment and they asked for dental records and I have been trying to get them to them since JANUARY! They refuse to call my dentist to clarify what they need and take weeks between to respond to my emails. They are trying to wear me down so I just give up on treatment. Horrible service. Aligners crack if you are stuck in them until they can send new ones, and charge you for it even if they are the ones delaying treatment. DON'T DO IT! Go somewhere else!

Reviewed March 28, 2025
I have been wearing my aligners for so long they are cracking and breaking. I have reached out saying I want to get my retainers and a second time to report about the aligners breaking and asking again about a retainer and haven’t ever gotten a response.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your concern. We understand the importance of addressing your issue and appreciate your effort in contacting us. However, we are unable to assist directly through this platform. To ensure your request is handled, we encourage you to reach out to us using the support methods listed on our website. We are committed to providing you with the best possible support. Please visit https://www.byte.com/pages/contact. We look forward to assisting.
Reviewed March 19, 2025
I would not recommend it!!! After your plan, you then have to pay over $100 every 6 months for a retainer!!! It's plastic and not your typical retainer you think of!! Waste of money. Must go to your local orthodontist. It'll be less expensive!!
Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your concern. We understand the importance of addressing your issue and appreciate your effort in contacting us. However, we are unable to assist directly through this platform. To ensure your request is handled, we encourage you to reach out to us using the support methods listed on our website. We are committed to providing you with the best possible support. Please visit https://www.byte.com/pages/contact. We look forward to assisting.
Reviewed March 14, 2025
I have been on Byte for 2 years and it has not worked for me. I asked for a refund and they said I needed a dr's note stating it’s not working which I provided. It’s been almost 2 months of them giving me the run around for my refund. It’s illegal and unprofessional.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your concern. We understand the importance of addressing your issue and appreciate your effort in contacting us. However, we are unable to assist directly through this platform. To ensure your request is handled, we encourage you to reach out to us using the support methods listed on our website. We are committed to providing you with the best possible support. Please visit https://www.byte.com/pages/contact. We look forward to assisting.
Reviewed March 7, 2025
This is a scam. I spent $2,500. First, my aligner didn't fit properly, leaving a gap between one of my front teeth and aligners. Second, they gave me only 10 aligners for my top teeth, and my teeth barely moved. Third, their customer service is horrible, and they make you sign some warnings before they provide customer service Otherwise, your emails will be ignored. I am going to do my best to fight this and get a refund.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your concern. We understand the importance of addressing your issue and appreciate your effort in contacting us. However, we are unable to assist directly through this platform. To ensure your request is handled, we encourage you to reach out to us using the support methods listed on our website. We are committed to providing you with the best possible support. Please visit https://www.byte.com/pages/contact. We look forward to assisting.
Reviewed March 6, 2025
I wore my Byte aligners like I was instructed. When I got near the end the main tooth that I needed straightened was still crooked. The last aligners didn't fit. I tried and tried to speak to someone. When I finally got someone to discuss this with me (a few months later) they had me communicate (no talking!) to a specialized person. They said that a new impression kit was in the mail that I could start over. Waited and NEVER received it. Told me to track it. It was never sent. After talking to many different associates and sending in the same pictures over and over again, I finally got someone who said they'd help me. Told me another kit was coming and sent another email! It never arrived. Called again today and they want more pictures and for me to go to the dentist and have trays taken and sent to them. By now, my teeth have shifted even more! I am fed up. Totally, ridiculous!
Hello! Thank you for reaching out to us regarding your concern. We understand the importance of addressing your issue and appreciate your effort in contacting us. However, we are unable to assist directly through this platform. To ensure your request is handled, we encourage you to reach out to us using the support methods listed on our website. We are committed to providing you with the best possible support. Please visit https://www.byte.com/pages/contact. We look forward to assisting.
Byte Company Information
- Company Name:
- Byte
- Address:
- 3435 Ocean Park Blvd., #107-252
- City:
- Santa Monica
- State/Province:
- CA
- Postal Code:
- 90405
- Website:
- www.byteme.com
