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About Abe's of Maine

Abe’s of Maine is a family-owned electronics retailer that sells an array of discounted products, including cameras, TVs and home appliances, online and in person. The company has limited store locations, but you can shop its online inventory and get free shipping anywhere in the U.S.

Pros
  • Finds rebates and savings for you
  • Free shipping across the U.S.
  • Financing available
Cons
  • Not authorized by some brands
  • Refurbished products can be risky

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Elmhurst, IL
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Michael ** is outstanding! He provides excellent service and truly cares for long-time customers at Abe's of Maine. I recently purchased the Sony 70-200GM II, one of their most ex...

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Los Gatos, CA
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She called me to let me know that the item I ordered was not quite what I expected. I thought I was buying a US version of a product, but it turned out it was an overseas version ...

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What is Abe’s of Maine?

Abe’s of Maine is an electronics retailer that sells new, factory-fresh and refurbished products, including cameras and photography accessories, TVs, home appliances, speakers and other audio equipment and more. The company carries a variety of brand names online and in-store; it’s important to note, however, that it’s not authorized by several brands, meaning your products might not come with warranties.

Abe’s of Maine’s products

According to its website, Abe’s of Maine’s bargain-hunts for electronics. While some of its inventory is new, much of it’s factory-refurbished. When browsing its website, make sure you read the descriptions carefully so you know the condition of the product and whether or not it’s warrantied.

If you buy imported items from Abe’s of Maine, you won’t get a warranty, and you might not be able to get your product serviced — it’s also possible you won’t be able to update the software or firmware. (Also, note that if you buy a camera labeled as “body only,” this typically means the camera comes without a lens.)

Abe’s of Maine costs

Abe’s of Maine boasts savings of up to 50% off competitor prices, and its website offers coupons and rebates on top of existing product discounts. Product costs vary by category but typically range from $100 to $5,000 (though some high-end camera lenses cost $15,000 to $25,000). The company also offers free shipping and financing options for most products and no sales tax outside of New Jersey.

Abe’s of Maine FAQ

Is Abe’s of Maine an authorized Nikon or Canon dealer?

No, Abe’s of Maine is not an authorized Nikon or Canon dealer, which means products from these brands might not be covered by a manufacturer’s warranty. Authorized products will have an “Authorized Dealer” logo on the Abe’s of Maine product page.

Where is Abe’s of Maine located?

Abe’s of Maine is located in Linden, New Jersey, and the company has an online store that ships all over the U.S.

Is Abe’s of Maine an authorized Sony dealer?

Abe’s of Maine is not an authorized Sony dealer. You can still purchase Sony products from the Abe’s of Maine website, but they might not be backed by Sony’s warranty.

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Is Abe’s of Maine legit?

Abe’s of Maine is a legitimate business that’s been operating since 1979 and has several certifications. However, you should be vigilant about reading the fine print when purchasing from its site so you don’t get stuck with products that can’t be serviced or upgraded.

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    Reviewed June 30, 2026

    I am an avid photographer and freelancer. Essentially, for the last 30 years, I have been a B&H customer up until I started working with Abe’s of Maine and this was the best decision I made. Personally, I do believe that they are the best Camera store, they have the best prices, and the products are genuine, never had a problem in the last seven years with any of their products. Customer Service is awesome; their shipping time is amazing. Jennifer is exceptional to work with, they work with you very closely to make sure that you’re happy and satisfied, and this has been my experience, with this company. I want to be their lifelong customer. I feel very happy, to be their customer.

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      Reviewed June 17, 2026

      I called after an item in an order that hasn’t shipped yet. Jennifer helped me quickly and kindly. Turns out the item wasn’t available yet and had been charged to me yet which I hadn’t even checked into yet. Thank you so much for your help today, I look forward to my new battery operated chainsaw arriving soon!

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      Reviewed June 16, 2026

      Jennifer ** provided excellent customer service throughout my purchase. There was an issue with my order, but she responded quickly, kept me informed, and made sure the situation was resolved to my satisfaction. I appreciated her professionalism, responsiveness, and willingness to take ownership of the problem. It's refreshing to work with someone who genuinely cares about the customer experience. Thank you, Jennifer, for your outstanding support. I would be happy to do business with Abe's of Maine again.

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      Reviewed May 12, 2026

      Michael knows his product, he also took the time to understand what type of photography I was interested in. What camera I was coming from to the camera I was stepping up to. The shipping process was explained and confirmed. I appreciate that very much.

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      Reviewed May 7, 2026

      I had the pleasure of working with Jennifer. I had a quick customer service call and she helped me through my purchase from order to payment to confirming my next day shipping by walking my invoice over to shipping to ensure it arrives in time. Jennifer did everything she could to help make my experience easy and mistake proof. I saved money and had great service.

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      Reviewed June 18, 2026

      Great experience! Called me right away to address my email and was handled professionally!

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      Reviewed June 16, 2026

      Jennifer was very prompt and helpful in assisting me resolve an issue. I appreciate her help.

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      Reviewed June 15, 2026

      Excellent experience with Customer Service today. Jennifer was helpful, kind, and very responsive to my issues.

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      Reviewed June 13, 2026

      Very simple, fast and easy! And the prices are more than fair!

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      Reviewed June 8, 2026

      Very easy to order from them and had the best price.

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      Reviewed June 2, 2026

      Jennifer went over the top and beyond expectations to make this a wonderful experience. Especially when spending a lot of $.

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      Reviewed May 25, 2026

      Got a great price! Jennifer was very polite and worked with me on all my needs!

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      Reviewed May 21, 2026

      Great deal, simple transaction. Have shopped here before for camera gear.

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      Reviewed May 18, 2026

      I had a very delightful experience working with Michael at Abe’s of Maine. He was extremely knowledgeable and informative while helping me make my purchase. I had a pleasant experience.!

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      Reviewed May 7, 2026

      Jennifer was such a good sales person. Highly recommend.

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      Reviewed May 4, 2026

      Outstanding customer service. Jennifer responded to my email within minutes, then followed up with a phone call. Top-notch service!

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      Reviewed April 28, 2026

      Purchased a Sony GMIi lens at the lowest price available today. Checkout was easy and quick.

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      Reviewed April 24, 2026

      Great customer service and love the product, thank you!!!!

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      Reviewed April 14, 2026

      Thank you, Abe’s of Maine, for the great service from start to finish on my big camera. I saved a lot of money, and I’m so happy with the service. I’ll be back soon for a lens!

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      Reviewed April 14, 2026

      Excellent customer service. Had an issue with a camera I bought and they corrected the mix up right away. Thanks.

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      Reviewed March 31, 2026

      A very easy to navigate website. I didn't have any problems finding what I wanted, and the checkout process was a breeze. If you're looking for new camera gear, you owe it to yourself to check out Abe's of Maine.

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      Reviewed March 25, 2026

      I returned to Abe's because of the great service I received on a previous purchase, and Jennifer did not disappoint on this visit. She answered all my questions and gave me a great option. I'll definitely be back.

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      Reviewed March 11, 2026

      Michael ** is outstanding! He provides excellent service and truly cares for long-time customers at Abe's of Maine. I recently purchased the Sony 70-200GM II, one of their most expensive lenses, and he expertly guided me through the warranty process, giving me peace of mind. I will definitely be a returning customer. If he ever leaves Abe's, I'm not sure what I'll do - maybe I'll follow him! LOL.

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      Reviewed March 10, 2026

      Michael was very helpful and easy to work with. He recognized that I was a returning customer and incentivized me to make the purchase. I will reach out to him again when we need more support or gear. Thanks for the great service.

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      Reviewed March 5, 2026

      I have been seeking a major upgrade to my outdated camera equipment. The process is both intimidating and expensive for me, but (salesperson) Jennifer made it easy, enjoyable, and personable. She listened carefully, guided me expertly, and had all of the technical knowledge I needed to make my decisions. As importantly, she was patient with me when I was hesitant about some parts of the suggested package. The outcome is that I have exactly what I wanted, at the price in my budget, and it was delivered in record time. I will *surely* return to Abe's of Maine, and I hope I'll be lucky enough to have Jennifer answer the phone. Great job!

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      Reviewed March 2, 2026

      Unbelievable customer service. Unbelievable pricing. And outstanding understanding of my concerns. Thanks Jennifer. That’s NEVER happened buying gear!!!!

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      Reviewed Feb. 21, 2026

      She called me to let me know that the item I ordered was not quite what I expected. I thought I was buying a US version of a product, but it turned out it was an overseas version which means there wasn’t a warranty and there might be some challenges with things like firmware or charging. It was really thoughtful of her to reach out. She made everything right and had very good communication.

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      Reviewed Feb. 17, 2026

      I am a customer service agent who works for the best Airline in the country. I am a front line agent with over 30yrs of service. I deal with customers who come through the door day in, and day out. Customers who spend their money with our airline brand because we are nice. We are a southern company. I am a photographer who was interested in buying a Canon RF24-105 f2.8 lens from Abes of Maine. This Lens is not cheap, and I had the money to buy it today. before my purchase I had a few questions.

      The first Customer service agent was a guy he came on the phone short. No introduction, no thank you for calling Abes of Maine, no identification as to whom I am speaking with. Just "How can I help You" which I am cool with maybe he was in a hurry, maybe he was not very sociable. However, at my job some of these things are a must. I stated I was inquiring about a lens gave him the SKU number he pulled it up and recognized the item we were talking about had a big number attached to it.

      I had a few question to ask him. Why is Abes price less than BH? He indicated he did not know, he seemed to just want to make the sale. He was still very short did not want to even investigate the difference in prices. I guess he must have thought I was not very serious, all the time his demeanor starts to grow even more shorter. At this point I ask him to find someone who know a little about the product he starts ranting, I ask for his name and supervisor and I get hung up on. I am really upset at this point. But I refused to be treated badly buy this Donkey guy while trying to spend my hard earned money on something I wanted. I called Abes back immediately ask to speak with a supervisor.

      I get a chance to speak with Ms Jennifer **. A NICE lady who did identified herself and said "thank you for calling Abes of Maine how can I help you today". I was on the brink of tears and told her how I was treated by this "JACK Donkey" agent who did not want to explain the differences in Abes prices and BH. She quickly apologize for other agent's behavior while researching difference in the prices. She came back with an explanation that the warranties were different. BH Version 24-105 f2.8 has full US coverage access to all firmware updates, you get Lens cover and a few more items, where the OVERSEAS version sold at Abes of Maine pretty much bear bones, no warranty on update access etc. I just pretty much get the Lens that's all. She said while the glass is the exact same glass the price difference was in the warranties. Which makes sense to me. She was very nice to me and and gave me more options and recommendations.

      As a result she was able to up sale to a version of the Lens that had better was still a better option than BH I paid more money but did not mind because the service I received from her. She was caring, and handled a situation of another agent who was just BAD. Most of all she felt how I was treated, and still she was able to make the sale even better. Now that is someone my company would hire today in a heartbeat. If it was not because of Jennifer I would never come back to buy anything from Abes of Maine. If was not because of Jennifer I would not even have taken the time to write this review. Jennifer is the reason I give Abes Five Stars as for the other Guy who failed to give his name get rid of him.

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      Reviewed Jan. 7, 2026

      I just have to say that I can't remember the last time I had such a customer focused experience. Michael was super helpful in going over everything with me to ensure I would have the right package to be successful as I transition from Canon's mirrored system to mirrorless. Thank you thank you for such great and thoughtful customer service. Customer for life!

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      After a positive interaction with Abe's of Maine, ashley increased their star rating.

      Reviewed Dec. 26, 2025

      My package was delivered to someone’s house. I was unable to find my package. I called customer service a few weeks before Christmas. I explained that the package never arrived. No one has contacted me since then. I really thought they would have followed up with me after this many weeks. I told them that my purchase was a Christmas gift for my son. This was not a cheap gift.

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