Is getting refurbished AirPods worth it?

Refurbished AirPods are worth it. You get the same genuine Apple audio experience, from AirPods Pro 1 to AirPods Max, at up to 62.88% less than buying new. Every unit on Back Market is professionally inspected and restored by a certified seller, backed by a 12-month commercial warranty and a 30-day returns window. Choosing refurbished also helps keep working tech out of the e-waste pile: a record 62 million tonnes of e-waste was generated globally in 2022, up 82% since 2010.

Can you get Apple AirPods refurbished?

Yes, every major AirPods model is available refurbished on Back Market. That includes AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with ANC, AirPods Pro 1, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max, all sold by certified professional sellers. Refurbished means previously owned, then professionally inspected and restored. Not a copy, not a lesser product.

Are refurbished AirPods genuine Apple products?

Yes. All AirPods sold on Back Market are 100% genuine Apple products. Back Market vets every seller before they can list AirPods, using a strict quality checklist, and runs regular mystery orders to make sure standards hold. You won't receive a counterfeit or clone.

Which AirPods are best value for money?

Refurbished AirPods Pro 1 (from £85) is the best-value pick: you get active noise cancellation, a customisable fit, and flagship Pro sound at the lowest entry price in the range. If you want something more recent without the splurge, the AirPods 3 (from £87) and AirPods 4 (from £91) both offer excellent everyday audio at a fraction of the new retail price.

What's the cheapest way to buy AirPods in the UK?

The cheapest way to buy AirPods in the UK is to buy refurbished on Back Market. Prices start from £85 for AirPods Pro 1 and £62 for AirPods 2, a fraction of what you'd pay new. Unlike buying from a private seller, every Back Market purchase comes with a commercial warranty and buyer protection included.

Do refurbished AirPods come with a warranty?

Yes. Every refurbished AirPod on Back Market comes with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty, regardless of model or price. You also get 30 days to change your mind, no questions asked, and a professional inspection carried out before every device is listed for sale.

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Brand: Back Market
Price: 161 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.33 (60024 reviews)

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AirPods Pro 2 (2023)

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Refurbished price:£161.00

AirPods Max (2024)

(422)

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Refurbished price:£365.00

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AirPods 2 (2019)

(15,385)

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Refurbished price:£89.00

AirPods 4 (2024)

(1,374)

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Refurbished price:£113.00

AirPods 3 (2021)

(3,326)

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Refurbished price:£94.00

AirPods Pro 1 (2021)

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Refurbished price:£95.00

AirPods Pro 3 (2025)

(224)

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Refurbished price:£181.99

AirPods Pro 1 (2019)

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Refurbished price:£95.00

AirPods Max (2020)

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Refurbished price:£337.00

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Protective case AirPods 3 - Silicone - Black

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Refurbished price:£21.99

Protective case AirPods 1 / AirPods 2 - Silicone - Black

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Refurbished price:£19.99

Protective case AirPods Pro - Silicone - Black

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Customer reviews for Refurbished AirPods

Overall rating

60,024 verified reviews

Rating details

Appearance
4.4/5
Overall performance
4.2/5
Packaging
4.4/5
Shipping
4.5/5

Reviews

Gabija G.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 28/05/2026, United Kingdom.
I just received my new refurbished AirPods and they are literally like new! They were packaged very well and carefully, and delivery was super fast (only 1 day.) They work perfectly, the sound is really clear, and they are definitely worth the price. I’m very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend buying from here!
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
26/05/2026
Dinuji R.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 24/06/2026, United Kingdom.
Honestly, this is the only version of AirPods that fits my ears comfortably, so I was really happy to find these. The condition was excellent ,they look and work like brand new. Everything was packed with great care, which I really appreciated. The seller clearly put effort into making sure the item arrived safely. Overall, it’s 100% worth the money, and I’m very pleased with my purchase. Highly recommended!
Apple AirPods 2nd gen (2019) - Lightning Charging case
Apple AirPods 2nd gen (2019) - Lightning Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
22/06/2026
Stevan P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 24/06/2026, United Kingdom.
I was very pleased with my purchase. It was easy to place the order , the price was very competitive for the product. The delivery was very quick with no issues. I was very pleased with the condition of the air pods , they were like new and are functioning well.
Apple AirPods 2nd gen (2019) - Lightning Charging case
Apple AirPods 2nd gen (2019) - Lightning Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
31/05/2026
Chris M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/04/2026, United Kingdom.
Absolutely perfect. They might as well be brand new. Thank god I customised my wife’s pair when I bought them brand new from the Apple site for her birthday (which was clearly a mistake after discovering Back Market!) otherwise I’d have no idea who’s are who’s. I was that impressed, I bought an iPad Air from Back Market too, which is just as good!!
Apple AirPods 4th gen (2024) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
Apple AirPods 4th gen (2024) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
29/03/2026
Georgina M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 29/01/2026, United Kingdom.
Arrived 2 days after ordering, brand new still in some Apple packaging, completely unused which was such a lovely surprise! Came with replacement buds and usb-c charging cable too. Couldn’t fault one bit, sound is spectacular. Thank you Backmarket!! A huge recommend from me!
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
15/01/2026
Sofiia Z.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 26/02/2026, United Kingdom.
These are my first AirPods, and as for someone who was ordering them just for listening music they are fantastic. Came in a great condition, no scratches, very clean and appealing. What I was very pleased with is the noise reduction (cancellation) is absolutely amazing in them! Very simple to use and what I find more important don’t fall out of the ear. Came with a charging cable and was wrapped very safely in the box. Overall—totally recommend. They are very much worth their price!
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
24/02/2026
Ch project support limited - C.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 10/12/2025, United Kingdom.
Over the past three years I’ve purchased several products from BackMarket. I’ve always found the items to be in perfect condition and delivered extremely promptly. My Apple AirPods have been very impressive, once again perfect condition. Highly recommended.
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
23/11/2025
Eveline M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 30/08/2026, United Kingdom.
I’ve switched back to Apple AirPods Pro 3 after using Beats Flex for a long time, and I’m genuinely impressed. The sound quality is amazing — exceptionally precise, detailed and beautifully adjustable. A really noticeable step up. Thank you, Back Market!
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd gen (2025) - Wireless (USB-C) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 3rd gen (2025) - Wireless (USB-C) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
15/08/2026
Michael H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 10/04/2026, United Kingdom.
Item arrived really quickly after ordering. The AirPods Pro 2 I received are excellent and look like new.
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging case
See item
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
26/03/2026
Kyle D.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 10/11/2025, United Kingdom.
I’ve bought from back market a few times now and im never disappointed the tech is usually better condition than described Plus shipping is only 2-3 days normally The air pods are exactly what I wanted no complaints will be using back market again
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2021) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging case
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
30/10/2025

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Refurbished AirPods FAQs

Refurbished AirPods are worth it. You get the same genuine Apple audio experience, from AirPods Pro 1 to AirPods Max, at up to 62.88% less than buying new. Every unit on Back Market is professionally inspected and restored by a certified seller, backed by a 12-month commercial warranty and a 30-day returns window. Choosing refurbished also helps keep working tech out of the e-waste pile: a record 62 million tonnes of e-waste was generated globally in 2022, up 82% since 2010.
Yes, every major AirPods model is available refurbished on Back Market. That includes AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with ANC, AirPods Pro 1, AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max, all sold by certified professional sellers. Refurbished means previously owned, then professionally inspected and restored. Not a copy, not a lesser product.
Yes. All AirPods sold on Back Market are 100% genuine Apple products. Back Market vets every seller before they can list AirPods, using a strict quality checklist, and runs regular mystery orders to make sure standards hold. You won't receive a counterfeit or clone.
Refurbished AirPods Pro 1 (from £85) is the best-value pick: you get active noise cancellation, a customisable fit, and flagship Pro sound at the lowest entry price in the range. If you want something more recent without the splurge, the AirPods 3 (from £87) and AirPods 4 (from £91) both offer excellent everyday audio at a fraction of the new retail price.
The cheapest way to buy AirPods in the UK is to buy refurbished on Back Market. Prices start from £85 for AirPods Pro 1 and £62 for AirPods 2, a fraction of what you'd pay new. Unlike buying from a private seller, every Back Market purchase comes with a commercial warranty and buyer protection included.
Yes. Every refurbished AirPod on Back Market comes with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty, regardless of model or price. You also get 30 days to change your mind, no questions asked, and a professional inspection carried out before every device is listed for sale.

Looking for Refurbished AirPods ?

Browse Back Market's full range of refurbished AirPods, from AirPods 2 to reconditioned AirPods Pro and AirPods Max. With 11 models available, covering every generation since 2019, there's an option for every budget. Prices start from £61.

Every pair is sold by a certified professional seller, vetted by Back Market's technical team before they're allowed to list a single unit. Each pair is then inspected and graded on condition: from Excellent (almost no signs of use) to Good (light signs of wear). You choose the grade that works for you.

All orders come with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty and a 30-day returns window. All the reassurance of buying new, without the new price.

There's also another upside to buying second-hand. The vast majority of a device's environmental footprint is created before it's even switched on, in the mining, manufacturing, and shipping that bring it to life. Buying refurbished means that footprint has already been paid. You're just getting more out of what already exists.

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Refurbished AirPods FAQs

Is getting refurbished AirPods worth it?

Can you get Apple AirPods refurbished?

Are refurbished AirPods genuine Apple products?

Which AirPods are best value for money?

What's the cheapest way to buy AirPods in the UK?

Do refurbished AirPods come with a warranty?