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Refurbished laptops are pre-owned devices that have been restored to their original condition and performance by professionals. At Back Market, we handpick each and every one of the sellers on our platform to make sure you're getting the best refurbished devices available. The refurbishment process typically involves rigorous testing, cleaning, and repairs, so that the laptop meets the same standards as a brand new device. So when you buy refurbished you're basically getting a new laptop at a discounted price.
At Back Market, customers can save big compared to the price of new on a certified refurbished laptop. The best part is, you don't have to sacrifice performance quality in order to save money; all refurbished devices on our marketplace have been fully reconditioned, cleaned, inspected and tested to the same standards as a new one. This is the biggest difference between buying a used or second hand laptop compared to a refurbished one.
Buying a renewed laptop is also an environmentally friendly option. A refurbished laptop is often a second-hand device that has been restored and updated to meet Apple's manufacturer standards, which means you'll be helping to keep old Apple laptops out of our landfills, reduce electronic waste, and minimise your carbon footprint.
If you're looking for cheaper laptop options and don't want to pay full price, you'll find the biggest selection, highest product quality and lowest prices on restored laptop models at Back Market. That's because we specialize specifically in refurbished tech and take the time to carefully vet every seller on our marketplace to ensure customers are getting reliable devices that perform like-new. We have several refurbed laptop phones in price ranges to fit almost anyone's smartphone budget. Staying true to our brand, we're also a huge advocate for environmental change. In fact, at the beginning of 2023, we hit a milestone for preventing 1 million tons of carbon emission (CO2e) from entering the atmosphere. You can help contribute to a better circular economy when you shop laptop deals on our platform.
If you're a first time refurbished buyer, you might not be sure what to expect from your purchase. First, understand that your laptop may have external cosmetic flaws depending on the condition you choose (Back Market offers devices of Fair, Good and Excellent quality). However, whatever the condition, any external blemishes will not affect the performance of your laptop and you can expect your device to perform as if it were newly opened directly from the store.
You should also be confident that your laptop is backed by a 1-year warranty, meaning in the rare case that any defects arise (outside of accidental damage) within 12 months of your delivery date, then you're entitled to your choice of a repair, replacement or reimbursement.
All laptop purchases on Back Market come with free standard shipping, a 1-year warranty, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. We want to make sure you can shop with confidence and find the best laptop for your needs at lower prices.
** Source from "Assessment of the environmental impact of a set of refurbished products" (ADEME, Sep. 2022). This is an independent report and study published by the French Environment and Energy Management Agency (ADEME). Back Market did not sponsor this study and report in any way. For more information: Full report on ADEME and summary on Back Market.