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Explore the differences between Samsung Galaxy vs iPhone smartphones to help you decide which one is right for you at Back Market.
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Buy a refurbished Samsung phone for up to 50% off its brand new price -- and get a 12-month minimum warranty! Back Market has a huge selection of cheap Samsung phone deals to choose from. Find the best Samsung Galaxy phone for your needs....
101,865 verified reviews in the last 24 months.
Dimitar K.
Purchased on the 11 April 2025
Verified purchaseI recently purchased a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra from Back Market and wanted to share my experience. As someone looking for a high-end smartphone without paying full retail price, Back Market offered exactly what I needed. The ordering process was straightforward and user-friendly. The product listings clearly showed the condition of the device, included accessories, and warranty information. I appreciated the detailed grading system that helped me understand exactly what to expect from my "refurbished" purchase. My Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra arrived well-packaged and in the condition described on the website. The phone functions perfectly - the powerful Snapdragon processor handles everything I throw at it, and the camera system (especially that 200MP main sensor) takes incredible photos. Battery life has been excellent, and the screen is flawless with no signs of previous use. What really stands out about Back Market is their commitment to sustainable tech. Knowing my purchase extended the life of a premium device while reducing electronic waste made me feel good about my decision. Their customer service was responsive when I had a question about delivery timing. The 12-month ...
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 21 April 2025
Galaxy S23 Ultra 1000GB - Beige - UnlockedJames H.
Purchased on the 10 April 2025
Verified purchaseI can't justify spending over a thousand pound on a phone so I decided to buy a refurbished galaxy s23 ultra, I paid extra for an immaculate screen but left the body as gently used. In all it cost me £415 and I must say the phone looks as if it's hardly ever been used, the screen is perfect and the body is also in perfect condition,not to mention the fast delivery. I will be ordering 1 again for the wife for her birthday.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 20 April 2025
Galaxy S23 Ultra 512GB - Grey - UnlockedLynda C.
Purchased on the 22 March 2025
Verified purchaseI hadn't realised quite how bad my old phone had got. I ordered a refurbished Samsung Galaxy A54 unlocked- wow what a difference. The phone itself has NOT a mark on it, it literally looks like new! Straight out of the box I was really happy with my decision and my purchase, it was a revelation being my first time purchasing a mobile out of a contract ...... never going back, thank you Backmarket.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 8 May 2025
Galaxy A54 128GB - Lime - UnlockedAryon B.
Purchased on the 4 April 2025
Verified purchaseBrilliant. Ordered a galaxy s24 in fair condition and it arrived a day early with barely a scratch! If you are hesitating about refurbished phones, go for it. Got me £330 off vs brand new with a couple tiny marks on the screen you can only see with bright light and a few battery cycles down. Back market and this supplier have great standards.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 May 2025
Galaxy S24 256GB - Purple - UnlockedLisa A.
Purchased on the 4 October 2024
Verified purchaseSo far, I’m loving my Galaxy A20e. I was a little skeptical buying refurbished (after being sorely disappointed a couple of times) and……was pleasantly surprised!! I would definitely recommend Back Market to anyone and everyone. Thank you Back Market…….great job. Order was dispatched in good time and delivered in the promised time frame. I’m happy.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 8 May 2025
Galaxy A20e 32GB - Black - UnlockedAlistair M.
Purchased on the 19 March 2025
Verified purchaseI needed to replace my Motorola G8 Power with an affordable upgrade and came across Back Market, the selection in my price range for a suitable refurbished phone was excellent, and I chose the Samsung A16, 5G 128 GB (Black) it has the features that my Motorola didn't have, and the trade in was good and very quick, I am extremely satisfied with my upgrade and have recommended Back Market as a affordable solution.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 30 March 2025
Galaxy A16 5G 128GB - Black - UnlockedTerence E.
Purchased on the 12 March 2025
Verified purchaseI initially had some doubts about the wisdom of buying refurbished but now wouldn't hesitate to make a similar purchase. I opted for a Samsung ZFold 5 512Gb in condition described as Fair. The phone I received far exceeded my expectations. Refurbished by 4gadgets I couldn't honestly fault it. In terms of appearance and battery it was as good as new. I am quite a fussy person but in all honesty I couldn't see the difference between this refurbished model and a new one other than the price of course. I sincerely have no problem in recommending Back Market or 4gadgets to prospective purchasers. I will be back but I don't expect that to be very soon because I'm so pleased with my "new" phone.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 26 March 2025
Galaxy Z Fold5 512GB - Blue - UnlockedAidas A.
Purchased on the 11 March 2025
Verified purchaseI ordered samsung s21 ultra,and it comes in very good condition. There are no scratches on the phone at all. It works like a new one . I would recommend to everyone it's better to buy refurbished on a half price than pay full price at store for a new one.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 28 April 2025
Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G 512GB - Black - UnlockedOliver V.
Purchased on the 14 March 2025
Verified purchaseI bought the Samsung S24 Plus (512GB) from Back Market just over a week ago. After ordering, I made the mistake of looking up Back Market reviews on YouTube and found a few bad ones—so I was already stressed, thinking I had made a bad decision. I chose the "Excellent" tier, and when it arrived, I inspected it closely, expecting scratches. I couldn't find a single one—except for the tiniest mark that I had to squint to see. Honestly, it looks like new. Then I tested the battery health with AccuBattery, expecting some degradation. It's at 97%! That's impressive for a refurbished phone. Now, about performance—this phone is an absolute beast. The speed is insane, the camera is top-tier (it even exposed all my wrinkles in high definition, but thankfully, AI fixes that, so I’m young again). I’m a heavy critic—if I find something wrong, I’ll update this review with a full-on rant. But so far, I can't find a single issue. The refurbishers, 4Gadgets, definitely deserve some credit for this one. If you're on the fence about Back Market, my experience has been 10/10 so far.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 28 March 2025
Galaxy S24+ 512GB - Black - UnlockedJane T.
Purchased on the 30 January 2025
Verified purchaseWow! I ordered my refurbished Galaxy S22 Ultra from Backmarket and paid the extra £5 for a quick delivery because my old Mi 10t Lite just died and wasnt able to be fixed without a hefty price tag... but what can I say about this phone except, it's amazing! I ordered the 'fair condition' and it arrived as if it was brand new. It has one tiny little scratch along the bottom beside the charging port and that is it! I was in two minds between the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Google Pixel Pro 9 and all I can say is this phone is fast, responsive and has a brilliant amount of storage (for my many many songs). It works as if it is new, and it set up quickly. The screen is a high quality and even on the lowest resolution is still high quality. The system is fast and the screen brightness in the sun beats my old Mi 10t literally by miles. I recommend this website to buy your refurbished phones from. It is good for my pocket as I was able to pay by Klana and it is good for the environment. Highly recommend, would definitely buy again.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 10 April 2025
Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 512GB - Blue - UnlockedSearches so popular you can't sit with them
Buying a refurbished Samsung smartphone from Back Market is almost risk free. Unlike buying second hand Samsung phones from an auction site or through an individual, you'll receive a 12-month minimum guarantee. You're protected in case of any unlikely future defects, so you can get it repaired or replaced free or charge or choose a full refund.
Back Market has listened to consumers and understands what is important when buying new technology. Reliable products that don't break down quickly and that are priced fairly are the main factors when making a decision. Each refurbished Samsung smartphone undergoes scrupulous tests and checks in our laboratories before it is ready to be resold. Giving a second life to these unwanted, but otherwise perfectly good, smartphones is not only good for your wallet, it's also good for the planet. Reducing electronic waste is important to Back Market, and we know it is important to you too.
As with all our brands on Back Market, Samsung is no exception to the huge cost savings we apply to each refurbished smartphone. There is almost nothing to distinguish between a used device sold on Back Market and a brand new one on the high street. Having undergone tests and any necessary repairs, our experts deem each smartphone in perfect working order, before it is repackaged and sent out to its new owner.
You'll find the biggest selection, highest product quality and lowest prices on reconditioned Samsung phones at Back Market. That's because we specialise 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 over 2,000 Samsung phones to choose from with price ranges to fit almost anyone's 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 Samsung phone deals on our platform.
Finding the best price for a Samsung phone doesn't have to be difficult. When you buy refurbished, you're already getting a great deal on Samsung Galaxy smartphones. What's more is that at Back Market, we have all of the latest and best budget Samsung phones, including the Samsung Galaxy A21, S21 FE, and A53 5G.
Unlocked Samsung phones simply means the smartphone can be used with different network carriers and not be locked to one mobile network only. At Back Market, we offer sim free Samsung Galaxy phones to make it as convenient as possible for everyone to shop. Generally, almost all smartphones sold on Back Market are unlocked and sim free. We detail clearly on every Samsung Galaxy you see in our online catalogue if it is a sim free Samsung deal or not.
All Samsung device 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 Samsung phone for your needs at lower prices.