Refurbished iPhones for sale
Refurbished iPhones for sale on Back Market start at up to 50% less than new. Every device is certified by professional sellers through a 100-point inspection that covers functionality, appearance, and security. You're getting a fully tested, fully functioning iPhone: not a gamble, just a smarter way to buy Apple.
Upgrade smarter, spend less
At Back Market, you can save up to 70% off the price of a new iPhone by buying certified refurbished. Every seller on our marketplace is continuously monitored through secret shopping, onsite visits to refurbishment centres, and customer reviews. OurInnovation Lab sits at the heart of those operations and even develops new refurbishment processes that have become the industry standard.
Why choose a refurbished iPhone over a second-hand one?
Second-hand iPhones are sold as-is, in whatever condition the previous owner left them. There's no guarantee the battery holds a charge or that basic features work as expected.
Refurbished iPhones are different. They've been professionally inspected, cleaned, repaired where needed, and certified before resale. That's the real difference between a second hand iPhone and a refurbished one: accountability, not luck. Read our full breakdown in What is the difference between refurbished and used electronics?
Why buy a refurbished iPhone instead of a new one?
Choosing a refurbished iPhone over a new one avoids 92% less greenhouse gas emissions: roughly 77 kg of CO2e per device, based on the ADEME study. You also generate 89% less e-waste per device. Since 2014, Back Market customers have collectively helped avoid 2.2 million tons of CO2e, based on the same methodology.
Beyond the planet, you're saving real money. Second hand iPhones might seem tempting on price, but cheap iPhones from Back Market come with quality guarantees that a private resale simply can't match. Read more in our article on the environmental impact of refurbished tech.
How does Back Market grade refurbished iPhones?
The grade tells you what the phone looks like on the outside. Not how fast it runs, not how the camera performs, not whether it holds signal. Just cosmetics.
Every device passes the same quality inspection regardless of grade, and ships with a 12-month seller contractual warranty. Here's what each grade actually means:
- Premium: virtually no signs of use on screen or body. Only genuine manufacturer parts. Battery at 90% capacity minimum. The closest a refurbished phone gets to new.
- Excellent: almost no signs of wear. Body may have very light micro-scratches, but only visible closer than 8 inches away. Screen is scratch-free.
- Good: light signs of wear. Body may show micro-scratches, but nothing visible at arm's length (about 20 inches). Screen is scratch-free.
- Fair: visible signs of wear. Body may have some scratches or dents that don't affect performance. Screen may show faint marks when the display is on.
Whatever grade you pick, it runs exactly as it should.
What comes with a refurbished iPhone?
Every certified refurbished iPhone sold on Back Market includes a compatible charging cable. To reduce e-waste, wall plugs and headphones are not included. Your purchase also comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 12-month seller contractual warranty as standard. The charging cable is covered by that same warranty.
How to get cheap iPhones for even less
Trade in your old smartphone before you buy. Back Market's Trade-in tool gives you an offer in around 2 minutes. If you're happy with it, ship your device for free and get the cash straight to your bank account. Easy way to knock more off an already lower price.
Want to track prices by model?
Refurbished iPhone prices shift regularly depending on storage, condition, and availability. If you're trying to time your purchase or work out which grade gives you the best value, our price guides show you a live, model-by-model breakdown straight from our sellers' listings.
Prices vary by storage capacity and cosmetic grade. Each guide is updated in real time from our sellers' listings, so what you see is what's actually available.
Is Back Market reliable?
We think so, but here's what others say. Read our customer reviews. Every purchase comes with free standard delivery, a 30-day money-back guarantee, and a 12-month seller contractual warranty.
Compare iPhones with other models
Not sure which model fits your needs? Refurbished iPhones on Back Market are Apple at a price that makes sense, tested and graded by professionals, backed by a real warranty. Each one arrives ready to use, with the full Back Market promise behind it.
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