Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- 81VS009GUS
- SKU:
- 6359222
Rating by feature
- Battery Life
Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars
- Speed
Rating 3.2 out of 5 stars
- Display
Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers are satisfied with the price, ease of use, lightweight design, and usability of the IdeaPad 1 14" Laptop. They find it to be a good value for the price, easy to navigate, lightweight, and suitable for basic tasks like schoolwork. However, customers have concerns about its slow performance, limited storage space, multitasking capabilities, and occasional freezing issues.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Easy to use, School work
Great laptop
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I bought this for my kids to do their school work on from home during covid-19 outbreak. Easy to use and does everything we need it to do!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Once again, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14 Laptop for your children. You can keep your computer running at its best by keeping the Windows 10 Operating System and all supporting BIOS files and drivers up to date. You can easily accomplish this by scanning the computer with the Lenovo Utility software available on this computer. This system has Lenovo utilities installed to help maintain the health of the device and keep the operating system software up to date. Type "Lenovo Vantage" in the Cortana Search window (if Lenovo Vantage is not installed on your device, you can download the APP and install it now). Select Lenovo Vantage from the list. In the window that opens, click on "Health and Support". In the expanded menu, select "Hardware Scan" In the window that opens, select "Run Quick Tests". This will scan your entire system for errors. Follow any directions that may pop up. If the problem continues after this scan, now click on "System Update". First select Windows update from the menu. Scan your system to be sure you have the latest version of Windows 10. Once that scan is complete, select "Additional Updates". This will scan your device to be sure there are no new BIOS/Driver updates needed. Follow any instructions that may pop up. If you ever need additional help with your Lenovo computer, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686 for additional help.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Decent laptop
||Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Average is the best description. My wife used it for a year as a back up to her teaching lap top. I used it for fantasy football drafts, now serves as a quickbooks laptop for the my business. Gets the job done, slowly.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price
Good computer used mostly for browsing.
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Bought on sale during Black Friday. Price was very good and this works well for what I need it for. Was glad to be able to keep this out of Windows S Mode so I can use the Chrome browser.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is an entry level, light use system with its AMD A6-9220e processor, with a base speed of 1.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 2.4GHz, 4GB of RAM and a 64GB eMMC solid state hard drive, for quick access to files and programs. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for Microsoft Office and light internet browsing. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop ships with a free 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 (a $69.00 value). Here is a link to instructions for switching from Windows 10 S-Mode to Windows 10 Home: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4456067/windows-10-switch-out-of-s-mode
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Love the item, but the service was bad.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The item is good but it took over two weeks to get it, never got any updates on the item from the store, had to travel over 100 miles three times before I got the item.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Hi, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 laptop. We are pleased to hear that the value and performance of the IdeaPad 1 meets your computing needs so well. We are sorry to hear your buying experience was not ideal and understand how frustrating this can be. We thank you for loyalty to the Lenovo brand.
- Pros mentioned:PriceCons mentioned:Multitasking
Good quality
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Good laptop for the price, for the use I purchased it for is perfect. But if u need more tabs open I recommend another laptop.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 laptop. We are pleased to hear that the value and performance of the IdeaPad 1 meets your computing needs so well.
- Pros mentioned:Lightweight
Portable laptop
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The laptop is easy to take from place to place. I don't like that it comes with Microsoft SMode. You have to disable it to download anything that is not in the Microsoft Store.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Slow
Good for remote access
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchase this laptop not so much to do work on it but to use it for remote access to my office computers. As a stand along it's a bit slow so, I wouldn't use it to run any software like QuickBooks, Office, etc other than surfing the Web. It's very light weight and easy to travel with.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Slow
Cheap but slow
||Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Weve had this laptop a little over a yr. My husband ONLY uses it for work. That being said it runs pretty slow. It makes you feel a bit like back in the days when dial up exist . You click something and wait for it to open any program. Now there maybe people saying do you have antivirus, do you do updates, clean the system, etc. Yes we do! We have a pc that I build myself and wanted a laptop for my husband to carry around with him when need be. This laptop doesnt cut it. I'm actually looking into replacing it. Maybe ideal for kids doing homework. Teach them some responsibility. However its too slow. Everything works just the wait time us ridiculous.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is an entry level, light use system with its AMD A6-9220e processor, with a base speed of 1.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 2.4GHz, 4GB of RAM and a 64GB eMMC solid state hard drive, for quick access to files and programs. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for Microsoft Office and light internet browsing. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop ships with a free 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 (a $69.00 value). We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use.
- Pros mentioned:Easy to use
Slim, sleek, easy to use
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I’m not a huge tech person, and needed something simple for every day things. This laptop is perfect for me. It’s slim, light, fast and easy to use. Would definitely recommend.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Once again, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14 Laptop. You can keep your computer running at its best by keeping the Windows 10 Operating System and all supporting BIOS files and drivers up to date. You can easily accomplish this by scanning the computer with the Lenovo Utility software available on this computer. This system has Lenovo utilities installed to help maintain the health of the device and keep the operating system software up to date. Type "Lenovo Vantage" in the Cortana Search window (if Lenovo Vantage is not installed on your device, you can download the APP and install it now). Select Lenovo Vantage from the list. In the window that opens, click on "Health and Support". In the expanded menu, select "Hardware Scan" In the window that opens, select "Run Quick Tests". This will scan your entire system for errors. Follow any directions that may pop up. If the problem continues after this scan, now click on "System Update". First select Windows update from the menu. Scan your system to be sure you have the latest version of Windows 10. Once that scan is complete, select "Additional Updates". This will scan your device to be sure there are no new BIOS/Driver updates needed. Follow any instructions that may pop up. If you ever need additional help with your Lenovo computer, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686 for additional help.
- Pros mentioned:Price
Decent laptop
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Not a bad laptop for the price. Have had it for a about a year and have had no issues with it. Had to buy something quick when work from home happened. Wouldn’t be my first choice if I had to buy one again but it works nice and does most anything you’d expect.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is an entry level, light use system with its AMD A6-9220e processor, with a base speed of 1.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 2.4GHz, 4GB of RAM and a 64GB eMMC solid state hard drive, for quick access to files and programs. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for Microsoft Office and light internet browsing. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop ships with a free 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 (a $69.00 value). We always recommend you check the requirements and compatibility of any software you will be installing on your new computer, before you invest in any computer. Be sure your new computer can support the software you will need to use.
Great price for value
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Fiar laptop for general use and youtubing, and watching videos. I wouldn't try to game with this. Screen quality is good to. Pain to get google chrome on
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .thank you for choosing the entry-level, Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14 Laptop, model number 81VS009GUS. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode 64-bit Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. We are pleased to hear that the IdeaPad 1 14 is working out so well for you.
- Cons mentioned:Freezing, Slow
Disappoint
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I always buy Lenovo Trademark, but this time i am disappointed, in this week i need to GO to best buy to check my laptop, i navigate and about 15 mins. Freeze , i don't have a lot of programs and i only use for make my homework
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .We are sorry to hear that you are having issues with your Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System and it should not freeze. Be sure any software you installed is compatible with Windows 10. There is no need to install Microsoft Office software. The software is already part of the operating system, you just need to activate the software with a purchased product key. If you have installed a copy of Microsoft Office, this is conflicting with the existing copy on the system and this will slow your system down. If you have installed a 3rd party anti-virus program, be sure that Windows Defender is turned off and that the trial version of McAfee Anti-Virus software is uninstalled. There can only be one anti-virus program on the system. You may need to restore your system to original factory default settings if any of the programming errors have occurred. You can do that by typing "restore" in the Cortana search window. Just click on the magnifying glass icon at the bottom left of your Windows 10 Desktop. Click on "Reset This PC" Then click on "Get Started" and follow the on screen directions to restore to factory defaults. If the problem persists, we recommend you contact Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686.
- Pros mentioned:Easy to use
Compact, inexpensive, laptop
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Needed a laptop for home use primarily for email and viewing news, etc. during home sheltering. Easy to use even for an elder in her 70's; inexpensive and does the trick....
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .Once again, thank you for choosing the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14 Laptop. This computer can continue running at its best by keeping the Windows 10 Operating System and all supporting BIOS files and drivers up to date. You can easily accomplish this by scanning the computer with the Lenovo Utility software available on this computer. This system has Lenovo utilities installed to help maintain the health of the device and keep the operating system software up to date. Type "Lenovo Vantage" in the Cortana Search window (if Lenovo Vantage is not installed on your device, you can download the APP and install it now). Select Lenovo Vantage from the list. In the window that opens, click on "Health and Support". In the expanded menu, select "Hardware Scan" In the window that opens, select "Run Quick Tests". This will scan your entire system for errors. Follow any directions that may pop up. If the problem continues after this scan, now click on "System Update". First select Windows update from the menu. Scan your system to be sure you have the latest version of Windows 10. Once that scan is complete, select "Additional Updates". This will scan your device to be sure there are no new BIOS/Driver updates needed. Follow any instructions that may pop up. If you ever need additional help with your Lenovo computer, we recommend you call Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686 for additional help.
- Cons mentioned:Slow
Good for beginners
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Very slow due to the processor and eMMC. Good for beginners who are not into videos or editing. I returned mine. I see some reviews complaining about Windows 10 S. You can change it to Windows 10 Home in less than 5 seconds, absolutely free. It comes with MS Office 365 one year trial, amazing!
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is an entry level, light use system with its AMD A6-9220e processor, with a base speed of 1.6GHz and a boost speed of up to 2.4GHz, 4GB of RAM and a 64GB eMMC solid state hard drive, for quick access to files and programs. This model ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Windows 10 S-Mode provides added security by only allowing APPs available ( and therefore certified by Microsoft) at the Microsoft Store. If you don't need the added security or you need to install APPs not available at the Microsoft Store, you can switch to standard Windows 10 Home 64-bit Operating System, at no additional cost. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop is not meant for multi-tasking or demanding programs. It is good for Microsoft Office and light internet browsing. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop ships with a free 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 (a $69.00 value).
- Pros mentioned:Price
Good for the price
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.The computer is good for the price. I paid right at $200 for it, and with what I do, it works fine. Wouldn’t recommend for anything more than email and web surfing.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Easy to use
Good buy to get
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.exchange a hp chrome book for this computer and this was the best decision I could have made. Right out of the box connect to wifi and I was off and running.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Lightweight, Price
Easy to use laptop
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a nice, lightweight laptop that operates well. I had no problems with uploads. The price was definitely right,
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Easy to use, Lightweight
Great Laptop for non tech savvy
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.With all of the changes due to COVID-19, my mom needed a laptop for work. It's easy to use, and lightweight. Enabled with S-Mode.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:PriceCons mentioned:Slow
Great value
||Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product for the money. It’s a little slow but again for the money it’s pretty great.
I would recommend this to a friend - Cons mentioned:Performance, Slow
So so laptop
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This laptop is okay nothing that will amaze you with speed or reliability bought it for my 7 year old son for his age it ok not for a main diehard computer user recently it bsod but luckily I'm a tech person so no worry's
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Lenovo Product Expert
Posted .The Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14 laptop model number 81VS0001US, ships with Windows 10 S-Mode Operating System. Normal operation should not produce a Windows 10 failure. Be sure any software you installed is compatible with Windows 10. There is no need to install Microsoft Office software. The software is already part of the operating system, you just need to activate the software with a purchased product key. If you have installed a copy of Microsoft Office, this is conflicting with the existing copy on the system and this will slow your system down. If you have installed a 3rd party anti-virus program, be sure that Windows Defender is turned off and that the trial version of McAfee Anti-Virus software is uninstalled. There can only be one anti-virus program on the system. You may need to restore your system to original factory default settings if any of the programming errors have occurred. You can do that by typing "restore" in the Cortana search window. Just click on the magnifying glass icon at the bottom left of your Windows 10 Desktop. Click on "Reset This PC" Then click on "Get Started" and follow the on screen directions to restore to factory defaults. If the problem persists, we recommend you contact Lenovo Tech Support at: 877-453-6686.