9 Best Refurbished Phone Sellers of 2026

Back Market ranks first because it pairs a large selection of iPhone, Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones with the protections this list cares about most. Its US promise lists a 1-year warranty, free 30-day returns, an up to 100-point quality inspection for smartphones and a minimum of 80% battery health with 100% charge capacity. Every device gets a factory reset and data scrub, and Back Market guarantees devices are not locked, stolen or fraudulently sourced. The fine print matters: Back Market describes itself as an intermediary, and its Seller Warranty Certificate says the 12-month limited warranty is provided by the individual seller, starting on the delivery date. Returns that the warranty does not cover may be returned at the buyer's cost, capped at 5% of the price. Prices could not be checked in USD from our location, so compare the live listing. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Reebelo ranks second on value. Its smartphone collection showed an iPhone SE (2022) from $102.98, an iPhone 13 from $248.49 and an iPhone 15 from $380.20 when we checked in November 2026, along with Galaxy S24 and S25 Ultra listings. Reebelo says every device is inspected by vetted refurbishing partners against up to 40+ quality checkpoints, and all purchases include a risk-free 30-day free return policy and an up to 12-month warranty. Filters let you pick a new battery or a standard battery, a condition grade, 4G or 5G and the SIM setup, which helps when two listings look alike. Shipping is free in the United States. The trade-off is that refurbishing is done by partners, not by Apple or Samsung, and the warranty wording says up to 12 months, so confirm the term on the listing. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Apple Certified Refurbished is the closest thing to buying a new iPhone. Apple says each refurbished iOS device comes with a new battery and outer shell, genuine Apple replacement parts as needed, full functional testing and all accessories, packed in a brand new white box with free shipping and returns. Every unit carries Apple's standard one-year limited warranty, and AppleCare can be added. The catch is price: Apple lists savings of up to 15%, and the cheapest refurbished iPhone on the check date was $659 for an iPhone 16 128GB or iPhone 15 Plus 128GB, unlocked. Older models such as the iPhone 13 were not listed. Apple's standard return policy allows returns within 14 days of receiving the product, shorter than the 30 days offered by Back Market, Reebelo and Gazelle. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

eBay Refurbished stands out for warranty length. eBay says every purchase in the program comes with a warranty serviced by Allstate: Certified condition items get a two-year warranty, and Excellent, Very Good and Good items get one year, starting on the purchase date and registered automatically. Products ship free with 30-day free returns, and every seller must meet eBay's performance standards and monitoring. Certified means pristine, like-new condition direct from the brand or an authorized seller, while Good allows moderate wear. The program only covers items listed as eBay Refurbished; eBay notes that a used listing is a condition set by the individual seller, so filter carefully. Shopping is less uniform than on a single store because listings come from many sellers, and we could not load USD prices from our location. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Samsung Certified Re-Newed is the strongest manufacturer program for Android. Samsung says every phone is repaired with 100% Samsung genuine parts, including a certified new battery, a new IMEI number and the latest software, and must pass a 147-point quality test. Each phone ships in a new box with a quick start guide, data cable and ejector pin, includes free shipping and returns, and carries a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty. Samsung Care+ can be added for drops, spills and mechanical breakdowns. On the check date the lineup ran from the Galaxy S23 FE at $319 and Galaxy S24 FE at $419 to the Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,189 and Galaxy Z Fold7 at $1,499. The limits are brand and price: there is no iPhone, and older models cost more than the same generation on a marketplace. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Gazelle had the lowest entry price on this list. Its iPhone collection showed an iPhone SE (2nd generation) 64GB from $93, an iPhone 12 64GB from $150 and an iPhone 13 128GB from $240 on the check date, each with the original new price shown alongside. Every phone gets a certified 55-point inspection, free shipping and a one-year warranty through WarrantyLife, which Gazelle says processes most claims within two business days. Returns are allowed within 30 days of delivery for a full refund minus a $15 restocking fee when you simply change your mind. Filters cover AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon and unlocked phones, and the store also sells Samsung Galaxy and Google phones. Customer service is available seven days a week. The inspection is lighter than the manufacturer programs and the warranty runs through a third party. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Amazon Renewed is the easiest option if you already shop on Amazon. Amazon says all Renewed products are professionally inspected and tested by a third-party company, cleaned and show minimal to no signs of wear, and are priced up to 40% below the original price. The Amazon Renewed Guarantee lets you return a product within 90 days of receipt for a replacement or refund, which is a longer window than the 30 days at most stores here. That guarantee is the main protection, though, and it is shorter than the one-year warranties at Back Market, Reebelo, Gazelle, Apple and Samsung. Listings come from many refurbishers, so condition and battery details vary by seller. A search for renewed iPhones returned 837 results, but prices did not load in USD from our location, so check the listing. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Verizon Certified Pre-Owned suits buyers who already pay Verizon for service. Verizon says each device is tested and inspected so the battery charges, Wi-Fi and other connections work, every pixel works, all ports function, speakers and microphones work and software is up to date. Every phone then gets a cosmetic grade of Good, Very good or Great. The program lists a 90-day limited warranty and lets you spread payments over 36 months at 0% APR. On the check date the store showed 49 pre-owned phones, from an iPhone SE (3rd Gen) at $102.99 to a Galaxy S26 at $633.99. The 90-day warranty is much shorter than the one-year coverage from Back Market, Reebelo, Gazelle, Apple and Samsung, and the offer is designed around Verizon plans. We compared documented policies and published prices only.

Best Buy Refurbished is the pick for buyers who want a phone in hand the same day. A search for refurbished iPhones returned 1,068 results in cell phones, with dedicated sections for refurbished iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel and Motorola phones. Listings carry a grade in the title, such as Refurbished Excellent, and on the check date an unlocked iPhone 14 128GB in that grade cost $299 with free shipping, while another listing showed pickup today and free delivery the next day. Filters cover carrier compatibility, storage and price, and refurbished results sit next to open-box and new phones so you can compare. The weakness for this list is documentation: the page we checked did not state a warranty length or inspection standard, so check each listing before you buy. That is why it ranks last for buyers who put warranty first. We compared documented policies and published prices only.