This process was simple and easy
This process was simple and easy. All of my interactions via, phone, chat, website, and email were professional and quick. I am not a mechanic. Anyone can program a new fob with the help of Tom’s Key Company.
Program spare car keys and keyless remote fobs at home. Order a key programmer kit and save money doing it yourself. Easy to program - less than 20 minutes! Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
Written by the business, not verified by us.Tom's Key Company (tomskey.com) has a 4.0 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 104 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Vehicles & Transportation and its reputation is good. 75% of reviews are 4 stars or higher and 19% are 1 star; The business has replied to 91% of negative reviews; Reviews mostly discuss Product, Customer service, Price. Last updated 2026-08-11.
Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers really appreciate how easy the programming process is, noting that it saves them considerable time and money compared to expensive dealership prices. People frequently mention that the replacement keys arrive quickly, fit properly, and work exactly as described with simple instructions to follow. However, some reviewers were not happy with the product because it completely failed to program or work properly on their specific vehicle models. Consumers also noted experiencing major difficulties trying to reach human customer support or getting stuck in frustrating loops with automated systems when problems arose.
Auto-generated from all reviews of this business. For reference only.This process was simple and easy. All of my interactions via, phone, chat, website, and email were professional and quick. I am not a mechanic. Anyone can program a new fob with the help of Tom’s Key Company.
If u want to save hundreds of dollars, use Tom's Key. Takes 15 minutes. Love it.
The new key was cut with the photo key cut. It worked perfectly. My second key was put through the washing machine and quit. I purchased a key from the dealer and it was $328.00 out the door. Toms key was $150.00 and worked perfectly after programming.
I have been driving with a key that broke into two parts, and all the buttons fell off. I could not afford to have a new key cut and programmed at the dealership. I stumbled across Tom's, and within days, they had a new key cut and sent to me. I followed the programming instructions and voila! I have a new key for less than $150. The customer service answers questions quickly and does everything they can to make sure you have what you need. We need more businesses like Tom's in this contentious AI-driven world! Thank you, Tom's!
We ordered a complete key set for a 2006 Dodge Dakota work truck. The key came to us cut(via a photo) and it starts the truck. We tried to program the key (a dozen times) and does not work. Called the company several times and no one answers the telephone. Completed their online request for support and call requested technical call back. No one called back and absolutely no support. We do not recommend 7/24/26 I have read your answer / response. Do not buy from this company. Very unethical As an owner of a small manufacturer I understand customer service very well. Your company is still sending me emails stating that someone would call. No one ever did. In regards to your statement someone called that night. It is untrue. Our telephone system has an elaborate call identification module. A simple call from your tech service would have corrected these issues and I would not be wasting my time on a second review. I made a mistake buying from your company and hopefully other people will read this and buy from other reputable companies.
Hello Brian, We're sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating it must have been when the programming didn't work and you weren't able to reach us right away. After reviewing your case, we found that although we were unable to call immediately after your callback request was submitted, a member of our team did return your call later that same day. We apologize for the delay, as we know timely support is especially important when you're trying to get your vehicle back on the road. We're glad to hear that the key itself was cut correctly and starts your truck. If you're still experiencing issues with programming the remote functions, we'd be happy to continue troubleshooting with you and work toward a resolution. Please reach out to us at [email protected] or through the Live Chat on TomsKey.com, and we'll be glad to assist you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your feedback. It helps us improve our response times and overall customer support experience.
The order process was really simple. The communication was excellent throughout the whole process. Using the coder took literally 10 minutes to program one new key and remote for my vehicle since I didn’t have to erase the original keys or remotes. The savings was at least $200 over the dealership to cut and program only a key. Definitely would used Tom’s Key Company again.
Works perfectly! Had a 2011 Kia Optima key made using the photo option. Quick shipping. Would use Tom's again if needed.
The key isn't the issue they tell you about it's the "EZ Installer" that gave my car all types of problems. From check engine lights, service electronic light , and at the end no key was attained. Buy a new key from them but call a local locksmith . Ez installer did not work for my 2017 Dodge Charger SE.
Hello Jimi, We’re sorry to hear that your experience with the programmer was frustrating and did not meet your expectations. We understand how concerning it can be to see warning messages and vehicle alerts appear during a programming attempt, and we completely understand why you chose to stop the process and pursue an alternative solution. While many customers successfully program keys for the same vehicle platform, we recognize that your experience was different and understandably frustrating. After reviewing your case, we can see that our team responded, reviewed your concerns, and worked with you to find a resolution. We also appreciate that you later shared additional information about the locksmith service and worked with us on a return for the programmer. We're glad to hear that you were ultimately able to get your new key programmed and working. While we regret that our DIY solution was not successful in your particular situation, we appreciate the opportunity to review your case and provide a return option for the programmer. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Experiences like yours help us continue improving our products, troubleshooting process, and overall customer experience.
I lost the spare key and key fob for my 2016 Chevy Colorado and wasn't looking forward to paying dealership prices. Tom's Keys made the process easy and saved me a lot of money. They provided a new key and key fob along with clear, step-by-step instructions for programming everything yourself. Tom's Keys also offers a key-cutting service if you'd rather have them do it. I chose to have my local Chevy dealership cut the key, and then I followed Tom's programming instructions. Be sure to follow the directions exactly—they're clear and easy to understand, and everything worked perfectly. I highly recommend Tom's Keys for anyone needing a replacement key or fob. Great product, great customer service (by Jake), and an excellent value!
Programming didn't work, that's okay as sometimes these don't work. My issue was that I paid $3 extra to have free return shipping. But when I tried to return it the only option on their return website was a pickup option and so was charged $17 for that. After reached out to customer service, rather than try to help they said it was my fault for choosing that return when that is the only option given me during return. Had good experience in past, but can't recommend going forward as they are confusing in trying to upsell you with your deposit money and don't want to do business with deceptive tactics like that.
Hello Markus, We’re sorry to hear that the programming did not work for your vehicle and that the return process left you feeling disappointed. First, we want to thank you for being a returning customer and for giving us another opportunity to help with your spare key needs. We understand why you were frustrated after purchasing the Free & Easy Returns protection and then encountering an additional charge during the return process. After reviewing your case, we understand that there was confusion regarding the available return methods. While the Free & Easy Returns protection covers standard drop-off returns, a paid pickup option was selected during the return process, resulting in the additional carrier charge. That said, we recognize that the distinction between these options was not as clear as it should have been, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We also appreciate your feedback regarding how the return choices are presented. Clear communication is important, and your comments have been shared with the appropriate team for review as we continue working to improve the customer experience. While we're sorry that the programmer was not successful for your vehicle, we're especially disappointed that the return process overshadowed what had previously been a positive experience with us. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and we sincerely apologize for the frustration this caused.
All my questions were answered immediately, with responses to my emails unbelievably fast. I wish all the companies I deal with would take a lesson from Tom's Key.
Answered my questions in a timely manner and on the weekend! Very helpful in ordering what I needed to fit my truck!!
Great before-the-sale customer service. Lot's of research on their part and let me know they could not program the key.
Overpaid for shipping that was 2 days later than advertised, paid for a brand new working item, sent a used non working item. No return label with package, run around trying to get one, that I had to print myself. The kit I purchased had an uncut key that I paid to have cut, got even more runaround of why I did not return the key, because I paid to have it cut and you have already waisted enough of my time and money, that's why. Emails saying my replacement item is on the way have tracking number linked that do not work. Been a month and still no item. Save yourself time and money go elsewhere. Also don't believe any AI auto response to this review. Completely useless. The only other product and customer service that I have had worse than this, is when I tried to buy bootleg DVD of an out of print movie from South America.
Hello Ben, We’re very sorry for the frustration and inconvenience you experienced throughout this process. After reviewing your case, we understand that the programmer you received was not functioning correctly and that the troubleshooting process, return, and replacement timeline took much longer than either of us would have liked. We recognize how frustrating it must have been to follow the instructions, pay to have the key cut, and then encounter an issue with the programmer itself. We also understand your concerns regarding the replacement process, tracking updates, and the overall time it took to receive a resolution. While our team worked to investigate the issue and source an alternative programmer, we acknowledge that the experience did not meet the standard of service we strive to provide. We appreciate that you took the time to work with our support team and provide detailed feedback throughout the process. Based on our investigation, we determined that an alternative programmer was the best path forward and arranged for a replacement to be sent. We sincerely apologize for the delays, confusion, and inconvenience this situation caused. Feedback like yours helps us identify opportunities to improve our quality control, communication, and overall customer experience. Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention.
I was so appreciative with the help I received from Shine at Customer service. He was very patient with me at working out and solving a poblem I was having at my own making.
I had my doubts, but it was easy and it worked. It did not take as long as I had thought. Even having to use a by pass cable was not bad at all. This saved me so much money and I am thankful I gave it a try.
Key worked fine it's the service and customer service thats terrible. Paid 2 day air shipping got it 7 full days after they said shipped. Can't get anyone to answer me on customer service or just get the run around
Hello Randolph, We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. After reviewing your case, we understand your frustration regarding the delivery timeline, especially since you selected 2-Day Air shipping and expected a faster overall experience. While your order also included our Key By Photo service, which requires additional processing before shipment, we recognize that the final delivery timeline was disappointing from your perspective. We also apologize if our initial communication regarding the delay and shipping charges did not adequately address your concerns. Our goal was to review the shipment details and determine the cause of the delay, but we understand that the experience left you feeling frustrated. After further review, we approved and processed a full refund of the shipping charges as a courtesy. While we know that does not change the inconvenience you experienced, we wanted to acknowledge your concerns and work toward a resolution. We're glad to hear that the key itself worked properly, but we sincerely regret that the shipping and support experience did not reflect the level of service we strive to provide. Thank you for sharing your feedback, as it helps us improve our communication and customer experience moving forward.
I ordered a replacement key fob and key blade for a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The key blade successfully locked and unlocked the doors. However, the fob didn’t work. The unlock button locked the doors and the lock button unlocked the doors. More importantly, the vehicle did not detect the fob when I tried to start it. So, the car wouldn’t start. After, some debugging, Tech Support asked me to return the key fob. I’m still waiting for approval of my return request. They won’t send me a new key until they receive the defective key.
Hello Alistair, We’re very sorry for the frustration and inconvenience you experienced. After further review of your case, we understand that the replacement fob was received, but unfortunately it also failed to program successfully. We appreciate the troubleshooting efforts you went through and the information you provided, including the fact that another compatible fob was successfully programmed using our programmer. This helped us determine that the issue was likely related to the fob itself rather than the programming device. We apologize that the replacement did not resolve the problem and understand how disappointing that must have been after waiting for the replacement to arrive. Our customer service team has already provided instructions for returning the faulty fob and rental programmer, and we will continue working with you to ensure the return process is completed as smoothly as possible. Thank you for your patience and for bringing this issue to our attention. Feedback like yours helps us improve our quality control processes and overall customer experience.
Tom's is a no go, a real crap shoot. My vehicle was properly described as a 2024 Ford Escape with a push button start. Tom's sent a key fob that looked ok, together with a programmer that apparently does not work for push-button stat cars. I verified that fact with customer service from "Car Keys Express" which makes the "EZ Installer" . Tom's convinced me that another installer would work so I returned the "EZ" and received a "Find My Key" installer. That one also did not work and I was able to talk a a really nice HUMAN from 'Find My Key" who informed me that their installer would never work on a push button start vehicle. I returned everything and, in time, was fully refunded EXCEPT for a $3.93 "Free & Easy Returns + Lost or Damaged Package Protection" , which I never signed up for and was never told it was added to my order and was non-refundable. It was only after some back and forth with Tom's AI service "team" , and my threats of making a campaign of providing negative reviews, that they finally refunded that $3.93. You can expect Tom's AI "team" to provide a soothing response to this review, but beware. Until Tom's cleans up their act and rids themselves of AI generated content,I cannot recommend Tom's.
Hello Bruce, We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. After reviewing your case, we understand that the original solution was not successful for your 2024 Ford Escape, and we apologize for the frustration caused by the troubleshooting process and the time it took to reach a final resolution. We also recognize your concerns regarding the programmer compatibility, the return process, and the additional protection charge. Our goal throughout the process was to identify a working solution for your vehicle, but unfortunately, we were unable to do so in this case. We appreciate that you worked with our support team through the troubleshooting and return process. We can confirm that your return was completed and that the applicable refunds, including the protection charge you raised concerns about, were ultimately processed. We understand your preference for speaking directly with a person, and we continue to evaluate how our support channels, including both automated and live support, can better serve our customers. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely regret that we were unable to provide the experience you expected and wish you the best moving forward.
The app kept hanging up and saying wait. I waited for 5-minutes and tried again, three times. The app said to call for support, but the company was closed. Surprisingly, the remote was programmed, but the app said it wasn't. Four stars because it worked, but the app is not yet ready for prime time.
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