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iPhone 14 • UnlockedMidnight • 128 GB • eSIM

(1807)
$335.00
$629.00 new

iPhone 15 • UnlockedBlack • 128 GB • eSIM

(669)
$518.00
$729.00 new

iPhone 14 • UnlockedBlue • 128 GB • eSIM

(1808)
$336.00
$629.00 new

iPhone 14 • UnlockedPurple • 128 GB • eSIM

(1809)
$338.99
$629.00 new

iPhone 14 Pro • UnlockedDeep Purple • 128 GB • eSIM

(1037)
$480.99
$999.00 new

iPhone 14 Plus • UnlockedMidnight • 128 GB • eSIM

(857)
$366.00
$729.00 new

iPhone 14 • UnlockedStarlight • 128 GB • eSIM

(1801)
$338.99
$629.00 new

iPhone 14 Pro • UnlockedSpace Black • 128 GB • eSIM

(1038)
$476.00
$999.00 new
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What's The Difference Between A Locked And Unlocked iPhone? | Back Market

Find out the difference between a locked vs unlocked iPhone here. Learn what a locked phone is, how to unlock an iPhone, and any disadvantages of buying an unlocked phone.

Refurbished phones (unlocked)'s customer reviews

62,572 verified reviews in the last 24 months.

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    Sam M.

    Purchased on May 15, 2025

    Verified purchase

    I got a great deal on getting a Google pixel 7. Though sometimes the touch screen is unresponsive, I don't know if that's a typical issue for Google pixels or if it's an issue from an improper refurbishment. I'm thinking about filing for a return/repair/replace. Otherwise I'm satisfied

    Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2025

    Google Pixel 7 128GB - Black - Unlocked
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    Matt P.

    Purchased on April 12, 2025

    Verified purchase

    I was looking for the best deal on an iPhone 15 Pro with 256GB of storage and was so happy to find Back Market! I got the unlocked fully refurbished version and its in really good condition. Really couldn't be happier with the purchase and happy to have picked up what seems like the last great iPhone apple made.

    Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025

    iPhone 15 Pro 256GB - Black Titanium - Unlocked
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    Anand S.

    Purchased on March 4, 2025

    Verified purchase

    I recently purchased a Samsung Galaxy A05 from Back Market, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The device arrived in great condition, looking clean and well-maintained. Despite being a refurbished phone, it feels just like new no noticeable scratches or defects. I was particularly impressed with Back Market's service the phone was well-packaged, arrived on time, and worked flawlessly right out of the box.

    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2025

    Galaxy A05 64GB - Black - Unlocked
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    Elizabeth S.

    Purchased on March 15, 2025

    Verified purchase

    This was my first purchase from Back Market and I've got to say, I am beyond impressed and pleased with my phone! I was so hesitant and nervous spending so much money on a refurbished phone, and on top of that, using this website because I had never heard of it... but my phone came in almost perfect condition and has been so awesome! I got the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra at "good" condition, and 3 weeks into it, this has been the best phone I've ever owned! The battery lasts all day, the screen and camera are so clear, and it's been fast and efficient with everything so far. I couldn't be happier with this phone so far! I am so glad I stumbled across Back Market!

    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2025

    Galaxy S23 Ultra 256GB - Black - Unlocked
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    J. scott B.

    Purchased on March 6, 2025

    Verified purchase

    Thank you Back Market, for your service as the go between service for connecting buyers and refurbishers of various products. This was my first experience of both purchasing a refurbished iPhone, and trading in my previous iPhone, from other than Apple direct. I did my research first to be sure of how I could ensure the best outcome, and this is my advice to others: Purchase a refurbished iPhone described as no less than “Excellent” condition. It may cost you a little more than lesser condition described refurbished iPhones, but you likely will be more satisfied with the condition of the device you receive. I wanted to trade in my excellent condition iPhone XR and purchase an iPhone 13 Mini 256GB in color green. I was unable to acquire the iPhone 13 Mini 256GB in green as neither new nor refurbished direct from Apple. So I had to look elsewhere. That is where Back Market came in. I really like the fact that Back Market gives a 30 day return policy in case you are not happy with the item you receive, and an automatic 1 year warranty for issues beyond the first 30 days. I’m very happy with both the purchase and trade-in experiences. Just FYI: Each transaction, the purcha...

    Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2025

    iPhone 13 mini 256GB - Green - Unlocked
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    Theresa L.

    Purchased on February 20, 2025

    Verified purchase

    I bought my first refurbished IPhone with Backmarket in 2019 - an IPhone 7. I got it in the "excellent" condition and it was excellent for 5 years! I loved my IPhone 7 and the only reason I gave it up was because the IOS would only go to 14 and some of my needed apps did not support IOS 14 anymore. So with a great deal of research, including articles on BackMarket, I decided on an IPhone 13, again in "excellent" condition, trading in my old Iphone 7. Trade-in super easy - was given a trade-in price within seconds, free shipping, constant communication, and $ within my bank account all within a week. As for my IPhone 13 - Apple has made copying from old phone to new phone a breeze (not like the old days with needing to backup and copy from ICloud). The Iphone 13 came well packaged and yes, in excellent condition. Beautiful phone. I highly recommend BackMarket to anyone looking at getting a "new" phone. Website so easy to navigate, great customer service and clear communication, AND most important, doing something nice for our cherished planet.

    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025

    iPhone 13 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
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    Frankie C.

    Purchased on May 12, 2025

    Verified purchase

    Honestly, first time using Backmarket. Already out the box; this phone was in better quality then amazons “premium” refurbished phone. I received a iPhone 12 Pro pacific blue. With dents on the front and a non original screen. The phone I got from back market is absolutely beautiful and better than the Amazon one I received. Although; 2 things to note. That the battery was definitely worse. The one I got from backmarket is at 81% while the one I got from amazing was at 92% One side thing I did notice even though I bought this phone at excellent quality the screen has some minor scratches which I’m not too particularly pleased about. Although, it does have Apple OEM parts. So I can’t really be too worried about it. Been using it for a few days and it’s been solid.

    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2025

    iPhone 12 Pro 128GB - Pacific Blue - Unlocked
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    Maura C.

    Purchased on May 23, 2025

    Verified purchase

    The refurbished iPhone 13 is great so far! The setup process was pretty easy, and everything’s working as expected. One small thing—this won’t affect my rating, but it’s worth mentioning: the mail-in kit for sending back my old phone for trade-in took a long time to arrive. I was getting close to the trade-in deadline, so I ended up using the packaging from the new phone instead. Aside from that, everything went smoothly.

    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2025

    iPhone 13 128GB - Blue - Unlocked
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    Emily P.

    Purchased on May 27, 2025

    Verified purchase

    I was nervous because I didn’t think buying a refurbished used phone was going to be worth it. This is a lot of money we are talking about. I got the iPhone 13 Pro Max, and sadly got the last color available for this price. It has 1000 GB of storage and some reviews talk about the battery life not being 100%. I got mine and that was the first thing I checked after looking at the exterior (the outside of the phone isn’t cracked, it’s perfect. There’s a little bit of dirt in the speakers but the phone is used what do I expect) anyways the battery life is at 100% thankfully. Everything works good, sometimes my phone is laggy but it might be because it carries so much storage and data. I’ve had it for a week, but I’m so happy with my purchase. I think I got very lucky. I got the excellent quality one and it was worth the extra money.

    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2025

    iPhone 13 Pro Max 1000GB - Graphite - Unlocked
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    Kristalyn L.

    Purchased on June 4, 2025

    Verified purchase

    At first I was skeptical and nervous about my purchase because.. well its a refurbished phone but ohhhh my god Im so glad I got It. My new IPhone 15 came completely untouched! It looks wonderful. It runs smoothly. Very happy with my purchase.

    Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2025

    iPhone 15 512GB - Black - Unlocked
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What does unlocked phone mean?


An unlocked phone is any mobile phone that is not tied to a specific carrier or network provider. These carrier-free phones can be used with any compatible carrier or network provider, as opposed to locked phones that can only be used with a specific carrier network like Verizon, AT&T or T-Mobile.

Opting for a fully unlocked smartphone, whether it's an iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel or any other model, gives you more flexibility to choose any phone service that gives you the best coverage or saves you the most money. It's also a great option when you need a temporary network provider while travelling internationally.

Locked vs Unlocked iPhone

 

Unlocked phone deals from Back Market


At Back Market, we offer both fully unlocked cell phones and GSM unlocked phones on our marketplace at prices that save our customers 30-70% on average. We take the time to make sure that the sellers on our site have properly refurbished these phones to a like-new condition. They've been repaired, cleaned, inspected and thoroughly tested to make sure you're receiving a quality device that you can use with any compatible carrier.

 

Warranties, returns and activating your phone


All purchases also come with free standard shipping, a 1-year warranty and 30 days to change your mind. We're also here to help you through the process of activating any unlocked smartphones that you've purchased, which we know can be intimidating, but is actually a very simple process. If you want to do it yourself, make sure to check out this article on activating your unlocked phone. 

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Other popular questions about unlocked phones?

What is a GSM unlocked phone?


If you came here looking for a phone that's GSM unlocked, you might be wondering how that's different from an unlocked cell phone. While unlocked phones can connect to any carrier, a GSM unlocked phone is only compatible with carriers that use GSM (Global System for Mobiles) networks. As such, an unlocked GSM phone may not work on CDMA carriers like Verizon or Spectrum. Popular GSM carriers in the US include AT&T, T-Mobile, MetroPCS, Cricket, Tracfone and Simple Mobile. You can also find GSM carriers abroad, in case you're interested in temporarily activating a SIM card while you're travelling outside the US.

What is a SIM-free phone?


SIM-free phones are simply phones that are sold without a network SIM-card, which is an identity chip that ties your smartphone to a network. These phones can either be locked, meaning you'll need to get a specific carrier's SIM card to activate it, or unlocked meaning you can activate your phone using a SIM card from any compatible network.

Are there any disadvantages to buying an unlocked phone?


The biggest disadvantage is that some carriers will not fully support it. That means if you run into any technical or network issues, there's a chance that your carrier can't help you. Generally, phones that are locked to a specific carrier will perform better and sometimes even offer more network features like Wi-Fi calling. Don't let this completely deter you, if you've already found an unlocked mobile phone that you like - your carrier will still let you use their network, so you'll still be able to make calls and send texts.