Are refurbished Apple products reliable during Black Friday sales?

Yes, refurbished Apple products are just as reliable as new devices. Back Market's refurbished Apple products goes through rigorous testing that meets or exceeds industry standards, with each device inspected across 30+ quality checkpoints. You're getting the same reliability as new Apple products, but at up to 70% less cost. Our 1-year warranty (compared to most competitors' 90 days) and 30-day return policy give you longer protection than typical Black Friday deals on new devices. Every refurbished Apple product includes a battery health guarantee of at least 80% capacity in iPhones, and you can have the option to opt for new batteries. The environmental benefits are significant too – choosing refurbished reduces electronic waste by up to 92% compared to buying new, making it both wallet-friendly and planet-friendly during Black Friday shopping.

When do Black Friday Apple deals start at Back Market?

Back Market's Black Friday Apple deals officially start November 17 and run through November 30, giving you two full weeks to find your perfect refurbished Apple device. But here's the thing – our everyday prices on refurbished Apple products are already competitive with Black Friday deals on new devices year-round. During our Black Friday event, you'll see additional savings on top of our standard 30-70% off retail prices. We typically launch our best deals earlier than traditional retailers because we're not playing by Big Tech's playbook. Sign up for our newsletter to get early access notifications, and check back throughout the campaign period since we refresh deals regularly. Remember, refurbished stock is finite, so the best models and configurations tend to go quickly during peak shopping periods.

What's the difference between Back Market's refurbished Apple products and Apple's certified refurbished?

Both offer quality devices, but Back Market provides better value and selection. Apple's certified refurbished program only offers recent models with limited inventory, while Back Market stocks everything from older MacBooks to the latest iPhones across all condition grades. Apple gives you a standard 1-year warranty, and we match that with our own 1-year coverage. The big difference? Price and choice. Our inventory includes devices from multiple professional refurbishers, so you'll find models Apple no longer sells refurbished, often at lower prices than Apple's certified program. We also offer different condition grades (Premium, Excellent, Good, Fair) so you can choose based on your budget, while Apple only sells "like new" condition. Plus, our 30-day return policy gives you plenty of time to make sure you're happy with your purchase.

Do refurbished Apple devices work with all US carriers?

All our refurbished Apple devices work with major US carriers, but it depends on the specific model and its unlock status. iPhones sold through Back Market offers both unlocked and locked, meaning they can either work specifically with your chosen carrier like Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and others, or work across all! Here's what you need to know: newer iPhones (iPhone 8 and later) support both GSM and CDMA networks, so carrier compatibility isn't usually an issue. For devices with eSIM capability (iPhone XR and newer), you can easily switch carriers without needing a physical SIM card. Before purchasing, check the product listing for carrier compatibility details, or use your carrier's "bring your own device" tool to verify. If you're unsure, our customer support team can help you confirm compatibility before you buy.

Are Black Friday refurbished Apple deals better than new Apple deals?

In most cases, yes – refurbished Apple deals during Black Friday offer significantly better value than new device sales. While new Apple products rarely see discounts beyond 10-15% during Black Friday, refurbished Apple devices are already 30-70% off retail prices before any additional Black Friday savings. Do the math: a $1,000 iPhone that's 60% off ($400) beats a new one with a 10% Black Friday discount ($900) by $500. You're getting the same functionality, similar warranty coverage (our 1-year vs. Apple's 1-year), and often newer software than when the device originally launched. The trade-off? Possible minor cosmetic wear that doesn't affect performance. For budget-conscious shoppers, refurbished wins hands down. The only time new might make sense is if you absolutely need the latest model with cutting-edge features that haven't made it to the refurbished market yet.

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Rating: 4.33 (278424 reviews)

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iPhone 15 Pro • Unlocked

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Refurbished price:$499.99

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iPhone 17 • Unlocked

(117)

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Refurbished price:$710.00

Versus $829.00 new

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iPhone 17 Pro • Unlocked

(45)

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Refurbished price:$1,184.00

Versus $1,299.00 new

iPhone 15 Plus • Unlocked

(1,243)

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Refurbished price:$564.97

Versus $929.00 new

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MacBook Air (M1 series)

(2,548)

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Refurbished price:$337.00

Versus $999.00 new

Apple Watch SE Series 3

(98)

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Refurbished price:$190.00

Versus $299.00 new

iPad Air 5 (2022, M1 series)

(467)

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Refurbished price:$273.00

Versus $599.00 new

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iPad Pro (2022, M2 series)

(274)

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Refurbished price:$600.00

Versus $1,399.00 new

iPhone 15 • Unlocked

(2,154)

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Refurbished price:$414.00

Versus $729.00 new

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iPad 10 (2022, A14 series)

(627)

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Refurbished price:$254.00

Versus $349.00 new

iPhone 16 Pro Max • Unlocked

(531)

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Refurbished price:$965.00

Versus $1,599.00 new

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MacBook Pro (M4 series)

(107)

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Refurbished price:$1,550.00

Versus $2,149.00 new

iPhone 17 Pro Max • Unlocked

(87)

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Refurbished price:$1,283.00

Versus $1,399.00 new

iPhone 14 • Unlocked

(4,162)

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Refurbished price:$310.00

Versus $629.00 new

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iPhone 13 Pro • Unlocked

(2,484)

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Refurbished price:$404.00

Versus $999.00 new

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iPhone 13 Pro Max • Unlocked

(2,410)

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Refurbished price:$470.00

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MacBook Air (M4 series)

(124)

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Refurbished price:$887.00

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iPad 11 (2025, A16 series)

(308)

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Refurbished price:$292.00

Versus $349.00 new

iPhone 12 • Unlocked

(9,452)

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Refurbished price:$170.00

Versus $629.00 new

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iPad Air 3 (2019, A12 series)

(761)

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Refurbished price:$136.00

Versus $499.00 new

Apple Watch SE Series 2

(1,230)

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Refurbished price:$129.00

Versus $249.00 new

AirPods 3 (2021)

(1,497)

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Refurbished price:$104.00

Mac mini (M2 series, 2023)

(78)

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Refurbished price:$265.99

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iMac (M1 series, 2021)

(52)

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Refurbished price:$677.00

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Customer reviews for Apple Black Friday deals

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Battery
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4.5/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
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4.5/5

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Laci H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 6/4/26, United States.
I was a little nervous ordering a “Fair” condition refurbished MacBook Air, but this purchase exceeded my expectations. I purchased a 2025 MacBook Air M4 with 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD for $876, and when it arrived it looked almost flawless. The screen, keyboard, trackpad, and exterior were all in excellent condition with only the slightest signs of use. Honestly, I would not have guessed this was graded as “Fair.” The battery was another pleasant surprise. The laptop arrived with only 32 battery cycles, 100% maximum battery capacity, and a normal battery condition. It feels very close to a brand-new machine. Most importantly, the specifications matched exactly what was advertised: 2025 MacBook Air, Apple M4 chip, and 16GB of memory. Setup was easy, performance is incredibly fast, and the upgrade from my 2015 MacBook Air has been dramatic. Based on my experience, I would absolutely buy from Back Market again. Great value, accurate description, and a product that exceeded my expectations.
MacBook Air (2025) 13-inch - Apple M4 10-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 256GB - Standard display
MacBook Air (2025) 13-inch - Apple M4 10-core and 8-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 256GB - Standard display
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
5/28/26
Julius C.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 2/22/26, United States.
I was very skeptical about making a big purchase on something like this on here because I saw mixed reviews but more recently I was seeing nothing but good reviews so I took leap of faith and made the purchase. I couldn’t be more happy with my iMac, it came in excellent condition as stated with Apple certified refurbished it looks brand new and works as good as new. Would definitely recommend!!
iMac 24-inch (2021) Apple M1 GHz - 512 GB SSD - 8GB
iMac 24-inch (2021) Apple M1 GHz - 512 GB SSD - 8GB
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
1/31/26
Tadeusz T.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 5/10/26, United States.
I’m extremely happy with this refurbished iPhone 13 Mini. The phone arrived quickly, was packaged well, and honestly looks and works like brand new. Excellent quality, smooth setup, and great customer service throughout the process. Definitely exceeded my expectations - highly recommended!
iPhone 13 mini 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
iPhone 13 mini 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
4/26/26
Megan M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/26/26, United States.
recently purchased an iPhone 14 from Back Market, and I’m honestly really impressed with the experience. I was a bit skeptical about buying a refurbished phone at first, but it exceeded my expectations. The phone arrived quickly and was in excellent condition—honestly, it looked almost brand new. There were little to no visible scratches, and everything worked perfectly right out of the box. The battery life has been solid, and performance is just as smooth and fast as you’d expect from an iPhone 14. What I appreciated most was the value for money. I was able to get a high-quality device at a much lower price than buying brand new, which made it totally worth it. The setup process was easy, and I haven’t had any issues with connectivity, camera quality, or apps. Overall, I’d definitely recommend buying from Back Market if you’re looking to save money without sacrificing quality. This was a great purchase, and I’d do it again.
iPhone 14 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
iPhone 14 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
4/13/26
Oleg B.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 3/17/26, United States.
I recently purchased a refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 and I'm genuinely impressed—it's been an excellent buy! The watch arrived in very good condition overall. The titanium case looks sharp with no noticeable scratches or dents, the crystal-clear display is pristine, and both the Digital Crown and side button feel smooth and responsive, just like new. The whole unit gives off that premium, rugged Ultra vibe without any signs of heavy prior use. What really stands out is the battery health at 97%—that's outstanding for a refurbished unit! It easily lasts a full day (and often into the next) with heavy GPS tracking, workouts, notifications, and always-on display enabled. The only minor suggestion I'd make to the reseller is to include information about whether the previous owner was a smoker or non-smoker. Even though this particular watch has zero odor or residue issues (it smells completely clean and fresh), knowing that detail upfront would help buyers who are extra sensitive to any potential lingering smells make a more confident choice. Overall, highly recommended! If you're looking for a top-tier rugged smartwatch at a better price point without sacrificing much (if any) performance or condition, this refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a fantastic option. Great value and I'm thrilled with it. 5 stars!
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm - Titanium Natural Titanium - Alpine loop Blue
Apple Watch Ultra 2 (2023) GPS + Cellular 49 mm - Titanium Natural Titanium - Alpine loop Blue
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Condition
Premium
Close to perfection. The body may have tiny micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will be flawless.
Purchased
3/3/26
Sean G.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 1/31/26, United States.
I love my new iPhone 15 Pro Max and am amazed with the quality- it arrived in perfect condition. Looks like a brand new phone with no scratches or damage and has a battery health of 84%. I was initially looking for refurbished phones on Apple’s certified refurbished site and they have this same model (1TB storage) listed for around $1300 after taxes. Save your money and go with BackMarket!
iPhone 15 Pro Max 1000GB - White Titanium - Unlocked
iPhone 15 Pro Max 1000GB - White Titanium - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
1/28/26
Saed A.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 2/25/26, United States.
I was initially hesitant about buying a refurbished iPhone 16 Pro (512GB), after seeing mixed reviews online, then i figured buying a new one might be better. However, I decided to go with Back Market’s 'Premium' tier, and honestly I am blown away! The phone arrived in literal 'like-new' condition, zero battery cycles and 100% battery health!! Thank you BackMarket for the honest service and for exceeding my expectations. I highly recommend Backmarket if you're looking for quality without the brand-new price tag
iPhone 16 Pro 512GB - Black Titanium - Unlocked
iPhone 16 Pro 512GB - Black Titanium - Unlocked
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Condition
Premium
Close to perfection. The body may have tiny micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will be flawless.
Purchased
2/3/26
Justyn H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 3/22/26, United States.
Absolutely amazing, I was very skeptical about buying from this website. I DO NOT regret it. Phone came with 87% battery life (very very good) especially for a refurbished phone. I will be buying another iPhone from them! Also real quick, when I opened the package and inspected the phone, it was in really good condition. No scratches or dents. Looked brand NEW! Thank you so much for the pristine iPhone 15 plus !!!!!!
iPhone 15 Plus 512GB - Pink - Unlocked
iPhone 15 Plus 512GB - Pink - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/12/26
Michelle L.
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Reviewed 3/14/26, United States.
I LOVE ITTTTTT i originally ordered a 2022 macbook pro in ‘excellent’ condition off amazon. huge mistake. not only was it was scratched really bad, but the listing was incorrect. i received a macbook with half the storage than i ordered. i decided to try out backmarket for the first time instead and i will be telling everyone to come here for refurbished, used/older products. this macbook is in perfect condition. PERFECT. not a single scratch, the battery capacity is at 100% and the charging cycles when i received it was at 10. it was used and charged a total of 10 times. what an insane deal. i was shocked when i saw how perfect this thing is. i ordered it in excellent condition and it delivered just as that. it came in the original box with the original charger and charging brick. shipping was fast, placed the order on thursday and it delivered monday. if it wasn’t for the weekend it would of came in 2 days via fedex. customer service responded to be as soon as possible regarding shipping and they even followed up with me to make sure i received the product. if you’re on the fence about ordering from this website do it. you will not regret it.
MacBook Pro (2022) 13-inch - Apple M2 8-core and 10-core GPU - 24GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display
MacBook Pro (2022) 13-inch - Apple M2 8-core and 10-core GPU - 24GB RAM - SSD 1000GB - Standard display
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/5/26
Tony H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 1/22/26, United States.
Super Excellet. 😊 This was my very first time buying from this company, and I’ll admit I was a little skeptical at first about going the refurbished route. I was upgrading from my old mid-2014 13-inch MacBook Pro, so I decided to go with the 2021 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M1 Pro chip, 32GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. I wanted to be 100% sincere in my feedback, so I gave it a good month of heavy use before writing this. Honestly, the quality is outstanding! It arrived on time, well-packaged, and looked pristine—I found zero scratches on it. Even though it had 333 battery cycles, the battery health is great, and it performs like a brand-new machine. I am really enjoying this upgrade and truly appreciate the quality I received!
MacBook Pro (2021) 16-inch - Apple M1 Pro 10-core and 16-core GPU - 32GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display
MacBook Pro (2021) 16-inch - Apple M1 Pro 10-core and 16-core GPU - 32GB RAM - SSD 512GB - Standard display
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/11/25

Yes, refurbished Apple products are just as reliable as new devices. Back Market's refurbished Apple products goes through rigorous testing that meets or exceeds industry standards, with each device inspected across 30+ quality checkpoints. You're getting the same reliability as new Apple products, but at up to 70% less cost. Our 1-year warranty (compared to most competitors' 90 days) and 30-day return policy give you longer protection than typical Black Friday deals on new devices. Every refurbished Apple product includes a battery health guarantee of at least 80% capacity in iPhones, and you can have the option to opt for new batteries. The environmental benefits are significant too – choosing refurbished reduces electronic waste by up to 92% compared to buying new, making it both wallet-friendly and planet-friendly during Black Friday shopping.
Back Market's Black Friday Apple deals officially start November 17 and run through November 30, giving you two full weeks to find your perfect refurbished Apple device. But here's the thing – our everyday prices on refurbished Apple products are already competitive with Black Friday deals on new devices year-round. During our Black Friday event, you'll see additional savings on top of our standard 30-70% off retail prices. We typically launch our best deals earlier than traditional retailers because we're not playing by Big Tech's playbook. Sign up for our newsletter to get early access notifications, and check back throughout the campaign period since we refresh deals regularly. Remember, refurbished stock is finite, so the best models and configurations tend to go quickly during peak shopping periods.
Both offer quality devices, but Back Market provides better value and selection. Apple's certified refurbished program only offers recent models with limited inventory, while Back Market stocks everything from older MacBooks to the latest iPhones across all condition grades. Apple gives you a standard 1-year warranty, and we match that with our own 1-year coverage. The big difference? Price and choice. Our inventory includes devices from multiple professional refurbishers, so you'll find models Apple no longer sells refurbished, often at lower prices than Apple's certified program. We also offer different condition grades (Premium, Excellent, Good, Fair) so you can choose based on your budget, while Apple only sells "like new" condition. Plus, our 30-day return policy gives you plenty of time to make sure you're happy with your purchase.
All our refurbished Apple devices work with major US carriers, but it depends on the specific model and its unlock status. iPhones sold through Back Market offers both unlocked and locked, meaning they can either work specifically with your chosen carrier like Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and others, or work across all! Here's what you need to know: newer iPhones (iPhone 8 and later) support both GSM and CDMA networks, so carrier compatibility isn't usually an issue. For devices with eSIM capability (iPhone XR and newer), you can easily switch carriers without needing a physical SIM card. Before purchasing, check the product listing for carrier compatibility details, or use your carrier's "bring your own device" tool to verify. If you're unsure, our customer support team can help you confirm compatibility before you buy.
In most cases, yes – refurbished Apple deals during Black Friday offer significantly better value than new device sales. While new Apple products rarely see discounts beyond 10-15% during Black Friday, refurbished Apple devices are already 30-70% off retail prices before any additional Black Friday savings. Do the math: a $1,000 iPhone that's 60% off ($400) beats a new one with a 10% Black Friday discount ($900) by $500. You're getting the same functionality, similar warranty coverage (our 1-year vs. Apple's 1-year), and often newer software than when the device originally launched. The trade-off? Possible minor cosmetic wear that doesn't affect performance. For budget-conscious shoppers, refurbished wins hands down. The only time new might make sense is if you absolutely need the latest model with cutting-edge features that haven't made it to the refurbished market yet.

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