Review · Tech & gadgets
Gazelle review
A US store for certified pre-owned iPhone, Samsung Galaxy and Google phones with a 55-point inspection, 30-day returns and a one-year warranty.
By the DBotMaker research desk · Updated November 12, 2026
- Capabilities (40%)
- 8.0
- Ease of setup (30%)
- 8.6
- Value (30%)
- 8.8
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.
Who it is for
buyers who want the cheapest carrier-specific or unlocked iPhone
Price
From $93 one-time for an iPhone SE (2nd generation) 64GB.
Regular price $399 new Sale price $93 ~ to $113
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.
Key features
- Certified 55-point inspection
- Free 30-day returns and free shipping
- One-year warranty through WarrantyLife with each sale
- Customer service 7 days a week
- Filter by carrier: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon or unlocked
Strengths and weaknesses
- Strength: Cheapest listed iPhone was $93 on the check date
- Strength: WarrantyLife processes most claims within two business days, per Gazelle
- Strength: Listings show a price range by condition next to the new price
- Weakness: Change-of-mind returns lose a $15 restocking fee
- Weakness: 55-point inspection is lighter than Samsung's 147 points
- Weakness: Warranty is handled by a third party, WarrantyLife
Key facts
- Warranty: One year through WarrantyLife
- Returns: 30 days, $15 restocking fee for change of mind
- Inspection: 55 points
- Cheapest phone: iPhone SE (2nd generation) 64GB from $93
- Carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, unlocked
Where it ranks
Gazelle is No. 6 in our Best Refurbished Phone Sellers verdict.
Alternatives we scored
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