Is a refurbished MacBook Pro worth it?

A refurbished MacBook Pro is worth it if you want Apple's premium build quality at a fraction of the cost. You save up to 50% compared to buying new, with identical performance (same M1, M2, M3, or M4 chip) and a 12-month commercial warranty. The only difference is minor cosmetic wear on some models. Every device is tested across 30+ checkpoints, so you know it works. If you don't need an unopened box, refurbished is the smarter financial choice.

How long do refurbished MacBook Pros last?

A refurbished MacBook Pro lasts just as long as a new one because it uses the same internal components. Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3, M4) typically last 5–7 years of regular use based on industry estimates; many users report 8–10 years with proper care. Battery health is guaranteed above 85% capacity at purchase, and you can replace the battery later if needed. The lifespan depends on how you use it, not whether it was refurbished. Want to know more about longevity? Check out our guide on how long a MacBook Pro lasts.

What warranty comes with a refurbished MacBook Pro?

Every refurbished MacBook Pro on Back Market comes with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty covering hardware defects and functional issues. This is separate from any remaining Apple warranty (which may have expired). You also get 30 days to return the device if you change your mind or if something doesn't work as expected. The warranty is provided by the professional refurbisher who restored the device, not by Apple

Can I get AppleCare on a refurbished MacBook Pro?

Apple does not offer AppleCare+ for refurbished devices purchased outside of Apple's own Certified Refurbished store. However, your Back Market refurbished MacBook Pro comes with a 12-month commercial warranty that covers hardware defects and functional issues. After that period, you can purchase third-party extended warranty coverage if you want additional protection. Most users find the included 12-month warranty sufficient.

What's the difference between MacBook Pro grades ?

MacBook Pro cosmetic grades describe the level of visible wear. All grades work identically—same performance, same tested components, same warranty. The difference is cosmetic only. Premium: Almost no signs of use, battery ≥90% capacity (higher than the standard 85%), looks brand new. Excellent: Very light micro-scratches invisible from 8 inches away. Screen is scratch-free. Good: Light micro-scratches invisible at 20 inches (arm's length). Screen is scratch-free. Fair: Visible scratches or dents you can feel. Screen may have light scratches visible when powered on. All functions work perfectly. Choose based on your budget and how much you care about appearance.

Do refurbished MacBook Pros come with chargers?

Yes. Every refurbished MacBook Pro on Back Market includes a compatible charging cable. Wall plug adapters are not always included (for environmental reasons, many users already have one), but the cable is always provided. Check the product listing for specifics

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Kc N.
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Reviewed 12/05/2026, United Kingdom.
After initially ordering the exact same laptop from a third party seller on Amazon and having to return it because the camera wasn’t working, I decided to do a deeper dive into the refurbished electronics market. From all the research I did, it became clear that rather than buying refurbished devices from random third party Amazon sellers, Back Market seemed to have far better checks and systems in place specifically for refurbished products. I placed an order and it arrived on time. I’ve been using the laptop for a few days now and so far I haven’t found any issues. The only downside was the battery health sitting at 80%, but I suppose that comes with choosing a device rated as “Good”. Hopefully this one serves me as well as my previous 2016 MacBook Pro, which I bought used in 2019 and only just replaced in 2026. That laptop still works perfectly fine. I never had to replace or repair anything on it. The only real issue was that the processor had started struggling with the heavy creative apps I regularly use, and the fan would scream anytime I pushed it too hard. I’ll probably pass it on to my nephew. I’m hoping this new one gives me at least another five years without problems. The M1 chip is genuinely a huge upgrade. I honestly feel like I’ve been living under a rock. The seamless connection with my iPhone 15 Pro is incredible.
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Pro 10-core and 16-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Pro 10-core and 16-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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09/05/2026
Kasim U.
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Reviewed 03/05/2026, United Kingdom.
I am very pleased with this MacBook Pro M3! I purchased it from BackMarket, and honestly, it arrived in a condition that felt near enough to brand new. I was really impressed to find the battery had only 26 charge cycles, which is incredible for a refurbished device. It looks and functions perfectly! Definitely a 5-star experience.
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) - Apple M3 Pro 12-core and 18-core GPU - 18GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) - Apple M3 Pro 12-core and 18-core GPU - 18GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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21/04/2026
C S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 09/03/2026, United Kingdom.
This is my first refurbished purchase and I can happily say I have 0 regrets. What is considered “fair” condition is leaps and bounds beyond what I expected. I did read reviews by condition ahead of purchase which gave me the confidence- the laptop is almost mint condition. No significant signs of wear; the shell has 1 tiny little dent which is not noticeable even with regular use. Screen is immaculate. Keyboard and pad too. Laptop is running super smooth, big upgrade for me with a not so huge price tag. Cannot fault it. The amount of bang for buck is insane. Highly recommend BackMarket. Will be using to get a new phone next month!!
MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Max 10-core and 24-core GPU - 64GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 16-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Max 10-core and 24-core GPU - 64GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
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25/02/2026
Adetunji O.
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Reviewed 16/12/2025, United Kingdom.
I remember reading other reviews about refurbished macs last week and thinking these were lies and exaggerated. I got the final push from my brother and ordered it on the 12th of December at 12:53am . It was scheduled to come between the 16th - 17th. On the 13th of December by a phone call, to the DPD driver downstairs with my Macbook Pro. GUYS I PROMISE THIS IS NOT SPONSORED, I was impressed with everything, I had doubts that it was too good to be true but so far everything is perfect, the battery health is 98%. My wife was even more skeptical, but now she's looking at her HP probook differently. Honestly, I am never buying a new macbook or iPad Pro again if this is the quality to expect with excellent grade refurbs. The charger provider is a 100W USB-C replacement charger. I am having to restrain myself from buying the iPad Pro M4 2024 now. I am a graphic designer in training so I am so happy with the fact that I can afford these devices I need much easier.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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12/12/2025
Tyler M.
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Reviewed 15/07/2025, United Kingdom.
Absolutely amazing purchase Not one scratch on the Macbook pro and I had selected just a good model but overall excellent performance and arrived within a day. Packaging neat overall was as good as a brand new laptop possibly the best refurbished product I have purchased to date and a massive upgrade from Macbook air. I would highly recommend back market as I consider myself to becoming a long term customer.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 8GB RAM - SSD 256GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 8GB RAM - SSD 256GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
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02/07/2025
Abiola A.
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Reviewed 09/04/2026, United Kingdom.
After some doubts about Back Market, a friend who had used it before recommended I give it a try, saying it’s reliable and the products are in great condition. I’m so glad I did my MacBook Pro arrived in excellent shape, and I absolutely love it. Definitely money well spent!
MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch (2020) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch (2020) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English
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Paul G.
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Reviewed 26/06/2025, United Kingdom.
I recieved my MacBook pro in as new condition. I am delighted with the vast amount of money I have saved with not buying new from the high street. A wonderful experience from picking the model that suited me to receiving my order. I would recommend anybody to look at reconditioned Macbook,s from this company before buying new.
MacBook Pro Retina 16-inch (2019) - Core i9 - 16GB SSD 1000 QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro Retina 16-inch (2019) - Core i9 - 16GB SSD 1000 QWERTY - English
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Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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Jonathan H.
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Reviewed 23/03/2026, United Kingdom.
I'm not one for writing reviews normally but I felt I needed to for my MacBook Pro. Condition was listed as 'fair' but I am yet to find any marks on it. It's fully functioning, works perfectly and I am extremely happy with it. I hadn't purchased from Back Market before but based on this experience I certainly will be again in the future.
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 13-inch (2020) - Apple M1 8-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
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07/03/2026
Ionut catalin M.
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Reviewed 10/01/2026, United Kingdom.
Hi everyone! It took me a while to decide whether to buy something from this website. I checked all the reviews, and everything looked great. I took a leap of faith and bought a MacBook Pro 2019, 16-inch, i7 16 GB , 512 GB. It turned out to be a great choice. The entire experience was amazing, and the quality of the product is outstanding! I didn’t even expect it to be this good! So, if you’re planning to buy something from this website, just do it without hesitation! One very important thing to add: their customer service and support are outstanding. Highly appreciated and very much recommended!
MacBook Pro Retina 16-inch (2019) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro Retina 16-inch (2019) - Core i7 - 16GB SSD 512 QWERTY - English
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Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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01/01/2026
Elizabeth B.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 07/06/2026, United Kingdom.
Was a bit nervous buying something so expensive without seeing it in person, but I read a lot of the reviews first and played it safe by getting ‘good’ condition rather than ‘fair’. The condition is excellent, there’s one minor scratch to the outside case which doesn’t bother me at all. I also got the battery cover, but I needn’t have bothered as the battery health was 97% and only 71 cycles!! For an extra £49 it gave me peace of mind as I don’t usually spend this much on something I haven’t seen. Shipping was fast and updates were good. It was packaged securely. Overall I’m very happy and it runs a lot quicker than my MacBook from 2010 😂
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Pro 8-core and 14-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Pro 8-core and 14-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display - QWERTY - English
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Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
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27/05/2026

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Refurbished MacBook Pro FAQs

A refurbished MacBook Pro is worth it if you want Apple's premium build quality at a fraction of the cost. You save up to 50% compared to buying new, with identical performance (same M1, M2, M3, or M4 chip) and a 12-month commercial warranty.
The only difference is minor cosmetic wear on some models. Every device is tested across 30+ checkpoints, so you know it works. If you don't need an unopened box, refurbished is the smarter financial choice.
A refurbished MacBook Pro lasts just as long as a new one because it uses the same internal components. Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3, M4) typically last 5–7 years of regular use based on industry estimates; many users report 8–10 years with proper care.
Battery health is guaranteed above 85% capacity at purchase, and you can replace the battery later if needed. The lifespan depends on how you use it, not whether it was refurbished. Want to know more about longevity? Check out our guide on how long a MacBook Pro lasts.
Every refurbished MacBook Pro on Back Market comes with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty covering hardware defects and functional issues. This is separate from any remaining Apple warranty (which may have expired). You also get 30 days to return the device if you change your mind or if something doesn't work as expected. The warranty is provided by the professional refurbisher who restored the device, not by Apple
Apple does not offer AppleCare+ for refurbished devices purchased outside of Apple's own Certified Refurbished store. However, your Back Market refurbished MacBook Pro comes with a 12-month commercial warranty that covers hardware defects and functional issues.
After that period, you can purchase third-party extended warranty coverage if you want additional protection. Most users find the included 12-month warranty sufficient.
MacBook Pro cosmetic grades describe the level of visible wear. All grades work identically—same performance, same tested components, same warranty. The difference is cosmetic only.
Premium: Almost no signs of use, battery ≥90% capacity (higher than the standard 85%), looks brand new.
Excellent: Very light micro-scratches invisible from 8 inches away. Screen is scratch-free.
Good: Light micro-scratches invisible at 20 inches (arm's length). Screen is scratch-free.
Fair: Visible scratches or dents you can feel. Screen may have light scratches visible when powered on. All functions work perfectly.
Choose based on your budget and how much you care about appearance.
Yes. Every refurbished MacBook Pro on Back Market includes a compatible charging cable. Wall plug adapters are not always included (for environmental reasons, many users already have one), but the cable is always provided. Check the product listing for specifics

Is a refurbished MacBook Pro worth buying?

A refurbished MacBook Pro on Back Market gives you Apple's premium build quality without the premium price. You save up to 50% compared to buying new, with every device inspected by experts and backed by a 12-month commercial warranty. That means you get the same performance—M1, M2, M3, or M4 chip models available—at a price that actually makes sense.

Every MacBook Pro we sell is tested across 30+ checkpoints covering screen, battery health, ports, trackpad, keyboard, camera, and internals. Battery capacity is guaranteed above 85%. Cosmetic condition is clearly graded (Premium, Excellent, Good, Fair) so you know exactly what you're getting. All come with a compatible charging cable.

You're choosing tech that works. And you're keeping one more laptop out of a landfill.

Which MacBook Pro is right for me?

The right MacBook Pro depends on what you'll use it for, how much screen space you need, and your budget. Here's how to narrow it down.

Choose by chip generation

M4 (2024): Latest widely available in refurbished stock. Best for video editing, 3D rendering, or running intensive creative apps. (M5 models from 2025–2026 are now available new but rarely refurbished yet.)

M3 (2023): Still very fast. Ideal for designers, developers, and anyone juggling multiple demanding tasks. Excellent value.

M2 (2022–2023): Balanced performance for everyday work, light photo/video editing, and multitasking. Most popular choice. The 13-inch model launched in June 2022; 14" and 16" Pro/Max variants came in January 2023.

M1 (2020–2021): The original Apple Silicon chip. Still excellent for writing, browsing, spreadsheets, and casual creative work. Best budget option. The 13-inch launched in November 2020; 14" and 16" Pro/Max models arrived in October 2021.

All four chip types outperform older Intel MacBook Pros in speed and battery life. Not sure which chip fits your workflow? Check out our guide comparing M1, M2, M3 and M4 chips.

Choose by screen size

13-inch: Portable, lightweight, fits easily in a backpack. Best for travel and coffee shop working.

14-inch: Larger screen, more comfortable for design work. Still portable enough for daily carry.

16-inch: Maximum screen real estate. Best for video editors, photographers, and anyone who needs multiple windows open.

Choose by storage

256GB: Fine if you use cloud storage and don't edit large video files.

512GB: Sweet spot for most users. Room for apps, files, and a few creative projects.

1TB+: For video editors, photographers, or anyone storing large media libraries locally.

What's the difference between refurbished and new MacBook Pro?

Feature	Back Market Refurbished	Apple Certified Refurbished	Brand New (Apple)
Price savings	Up to 50% off	~15% off	0% (full retail)
Selection	M1–M4 models	Limited (current-gen only)	Latest only
Warranty	12 months commercial warranty	12 months Apple warranty	12 months standard Apple warranty
Condition	Tested, graded (Premium to Fair)	Refurbished to "like new"	Unopened box
Performance	Identical (same specs)	Identical	Identical
Returns	30 days	14 days (UK)	14 days (UK)
Sustainability	Extends device lifespan	Extends device lifespan	New manufacturing footprint

The bottom line: A refurbished MacBook Pro performs exactly the same as a new one because it uses the same components. The difference is cosmetic (minor wear on some grades) and price (you save hundreds). You get the same chip, the same screen, the same battery capacity threshold, and a warranty that lasts just as long.

If you care about value and don't need an unopened box, refurbished is the smarter choice.

What does "refurbished" mean?

A refurbished MacBook Pro is a pre-owned device that's been professionally inspected, repaired if needed, cleaned, and tested to meet Back Market's quality standards. It's not "used" in the way you'd buy a laptop from a stranger online. It's been through a 30+ point inspection covering screen, battery, ports, keyboard, trackpad, camera, and internal components.

Any faulty parts get replaced with genuine or certified equivalent components. The battery is tested and guaranteed to hold at least 85% of its original capacity. The device is cleaned inside and out, then graded for cosmetic condition so you know what to expect when it arrives.

You get the same performance as new. The only difference is cosmetic wear (which varies by grade) and price (which is significantly lower). Every MacBook Pro comes with a 12-month commercial warranty and 30-day returns, so you're covered if anything goes wrong.

Buying refurbished keeps working tech in circulation and reduces e-waste. It's a more sustainable choice that doesn't compromise on quality. For a deeper dive into how the refurbishment process works, read our complete guide to buying a refurbished MacBook.

Get Your Refurbished Macbook Pro Today

A refurbished MacBook Pro from Back Market gives you Apple's premium performance—M1, M2, M3, or M4 chips—at up to 50% off. Every device is tested across 30+ checkpoints, comes with a 12-month commercial warranty and 30-day returns, and has a battery guaranteed above 85% capacity.

Choose from Premium, Excellent, Good, or Fair cosmetic grades based on your budget. You get the same performance as new, save hundreds of pounds, and keep tech out of landfills.

That's premium quality without the premium price.

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