In search of refurbished Apple products but don’t know where to look? Previously, we talked about where refurbished Apple products come from and discussed what buying one entails. In case that article has convinced you to get a refurbished Apple product, we’re now going to give you some options where you can buy one from.
Where to Buy Refurbished Apple Products
Apple Store
Of course, the first stop is the Apple Store. It’s the best place to get a Certified Refurbished Apple product since it’s Apple. Here are some refurbished products that are currently available in the Apple Store.
From $1,099, you can get this refurbished iPhone 11 Pro Max for only $849. That’ll give you $250 in savings! This specific iPhone model was originally released last September 2019, which isn’t really that long ago. It’s an unlocked iPhone, which means you can use any sim with it. If you buy this, the box will include the actual iPhone, EarPods with Lightning connector, USB-C to Lightning cable, and 18W USB-C Power Adapter.
If you’ve been wanting to get an iPad Pro, this refurbished one is a great option. From $799, you can get this for only $689, which will save you $110. Even more recent, this one was originally released last March 2020. In the box, you’ll get the actual iPad Pro, a 1-meter USB-C charging cable, and a 20W USB-C Power Adapter.
Another great deal is this refurbished 13.3-inch MacBook Pro, which now only retails for $1,699. Coming from a $1,999 price tag, you’ll get to save $300! It’s relatively new in terms of when it was released so you’re not compromising on performance at all. Included in the box are the actual MacBook Pro, a 61W USB-C Adapter, and a 2-meter USB-C charging cable.
Walmart
You can also find Certified Refurbished Apple products at Walmart. If you can’t find what you’re looking for at the Apple Store, this can be the next place you go to.
- Apple iPhone 11 64GB Fully Unlocked (Verizon + Sprint + GSM Unlocked) – Red (Certified Refurbished)
Some people like the Product(RED) line because of its vibrant color. This one from Walmart is a Certified Refurbished Apple product. It comes with a Liquid Retina HD display and 64GB memory with 4GB RAM. It’s relatively new, given that it was only released two years ago.
- Certified Refurbished Apple 10.5-inch iPad Air 3 64GB Wi-Fi Only Tablet – Silver
If the iPad Pro is too big or heavy for you, why not go with the iPad Air 3 instead? Also Certified Refurbished, this one offers 2224×1668 resolution at 264 pixels per inch (ppi). It also has an oleophobic coating that prevents fingerprints. While it does support Apple Pencil, this one does not come with it; you’ll have to buy the Apple Pencil separately.
- Certified Refurbished Apple Macbook Pro 15″ retina display i7 2015 [2.4] [256GB] [16GB] MJLQ2LL/A – 90 Day Warranty
Albeit a bit old, this Certified Refurbished Apple Macbook Pro still runs pretty well with its Core i7 processor. It has 16GB RAM and 256 HDD. If you’re a bit apprehensive about buying this one for fear of easily getting broken, do note that this product comes with a 90-day warranty.
Amazon
While refurbished products from Amazon are not Apple certified, they are still professionally inspected and tested by suppliers that are only qualified by Amazon. At an arm’s length, Amazon guarantees that no visible defect will be seen when holding these products. The battery won’t be guaranteed at 100% capacity but will definitely exceed 80%.
Don’t worry, if you’re not satisfied with the refurbished product you get from Amazon, you can refund it within 90 days of receipt thanks to the Amazon Renewed Guarantee.
- Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Celluar, 42MM) – Space Gray Aluminum Case with Black Sport Band (Renewed)
You won’t find a Certified Refurbished Apple Watch often. However, if you trust Amazon’s capabilities in refurbishing products, this Apple Watch Series 3 should do. From the original price of $219.96, you can now get it at $199.99. It has an aluminum case and is GPS-enabled.
- Apple iMac MNE02LL/A 21.5 Inch, 3.4GHz Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 1TB Fusion Drive, Silver (Renewed)
Similar to the Apple Watch, finding a Certified Refurbished Apple iMac won’t be easy as well. This one from Amazon looks like it still has years left before it should retire. For one, it has macOS High Sierra as its operating system and comes with a Core i5 CPU. If unsatisfied with its performance (and it should perform 100% well), you get a minimum 90-day warranty or have it refunded.
- (Refurbished) Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Retina Laptop Intel i5 Dual Core 2.6GHz 8GB 128GB SSD – MGX72LL/A
From $499, get this refurbished Apple MacBook Pro for only $469. It has an Intel Core i5 2.6GHz Dual-Core Processor and a 3.6GHz Max Turbo Frequency. With a 128GB SSD Hard Drive and 8GB DDR3L SDRAM, you won’t have to worry about its performance despite the more affordable price.
Back Market
With Back Market, they have their own refurbishers that make sure that all renewed Apple products are 100% functional. Each refurbished item is thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and tested by electronics experts before it gets delivered to your doorstep. You get what you pay for and if unsatisfied, you can easily ask for a refund.
From $499, get this bad boy for only $454.99. It’s an unlocked iPhone, so you can use any sim you want. Its box will include the refurbished iPhone 11 and a compatible charging cable. Unfortunately, it won’t come with an AD adapter and headphones so as to reduce e-waste.
Refurbished Apple accessories aren’t exactly easy to come by. If you want the Apple AirPods Pro but on a tight budget, this one might be right up your alley. It’s a refurbished item that still works 100%. It already comes with a charging case, too.
Another Apple accessory that might interest you is the wireless Magic Mouse 2. From $99, you can get this one for only $63. If your current mouse just broke and you don’t feel like buying a brand new one, you can opt to get this refurbished one instead.
Best Buy
When it comes to Best Buy, they have their own Geek Squad® that specifically does the cleaning, inspecting, and testing of all pre-owned items. Hence, if you’re buying from Best Buy, we recommend that you purchase the Geek Squad® Certified Refurbished products. Here are some of them.
Save $15 on a refurbished AirPods Wireless Charging Case. From $79.99, you can get this one for only $64.99. Charge your Airpods either with a Lightning connector or a Qi-compatible wireless charger. In addition, you also get free Apple Music and Apple News+ for 6 months if you’re a new subscriber.
Get bigger in savings when you get these refurbished AirPods Pro. From $249.99, you can get this pair for only $179.00, saving you $70. The box comes with the AirPods Pro, a wireless charging case, a Lightning to USB-C cable, and silicone ear tips in two sizes.
This refurbished Apple Watch SE allows you to get $35.01 in savings when you buy it at $323.99 from $359. Inside the box, you’ll get the Apple Watch SE, a black Sport band, and a 1-meter magnetic charging cable. If you’ve been eyeing the Apple Watch for a long time but you’re in a pinch, this might be the sign to finally go get it at a cheaper price.
