What is the cheapest unlocked iPhone available on Back Market?

Unlocked iPhones on Back Market start at well under $100 for older models like the iPhone 6. Exact pricing depends on the model, storage size, and condition grade: Fair, Good, Excellent, or Premium. A lower price doesn't mean lower standards: every iPhone, regardless of grade, goes through the same professional testing process. Use the price filter on this page to find the right fit for your budget.

What does "unlocked" mean for an iPhone?

An unlocked iPhone isn't tied to a specific carrier, so it works with any SIM card, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, prepaid plans, and international SIMs. In contrast, a carrier-locked phone only works on the network it was originally sold through. For anyone who travels, switches carriers, or just wants flexibility, an unlocked model is the smarter choice. Learn more in our guide to what does an unlocked iPhone mean.

Are Back Market refurbished iPhones reliable?

Yes. Every iPhone listed on Back Market is tested and graded by professional sellers before it ships. Condition grades (Fair, Good, Excellent, and Premium) give you a clear picture of the device's cosmetic and functional state. All orders come with a 1-year warranty and a 30-day return window. That's a meaningfully different level of accountability compared to buying used from a private seller.

Will an unlocked iPhone from Back Market work with my carrier?

Yes. Unlocked iPhones sold on Back Market in the US are factory unlocked and compatible with all major carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and regional networks. They also work with prepaid and MVNO plans. iPhones from iPhone 14 onwards support eSIM, so no physical SIM card is needed. If you travel internationally, you can use a local SIM without any restrictions. If your interested in a prepaid plan, find out more in our review of the best prepaid phone plans in [year].

What's the difference between a used iPhone and a refurbished unlocked iPhone?

A used iPhone is typically sold as-is: no standardized testing, no condition guarantee, no warranty. A refurbished iPhone on Back Market has been inspected, tested, and graded by a professional seller, and every order includes a 1-year warranty. The "unlocked" label applies to both, but on Back Market, all US iPhones are factory unlocked. Browse the full range of refurbished iPhones to compare models and condition grades.

Refurbished Unlocked iPhones

Name: Buy Unlocked iPhones | Refurbished Unlocked iPhones
Brand: Back Market
Price: 421.26 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.29 (158950 reviews)

Your phone, your carrier, your call. Browse tested and graded unlocked iPhones from iPhone 11 to iPhone 16, all with a 1-year warranty....

Compare devices

42 products

Trade in to get it for less

Today’s purchase could set you back a lot less when you trade in an old device at the same time.

iPhone 15 Plus • Unlocked

(1,466)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$421.26

Versus $829.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 16 • Unlocked

(539)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$554.74

Versus $729.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 16 Plus • Unlocked

(491)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$591.00

Versus $829.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 15 • Unlocked

(2,423)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$405.00

Versus $729.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 16 Pro • Unlocked

(745)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$665.42

Versus $999.00 new

iPhone 16 Pro Max • Unlocked

(618)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$808.00

Versus $1,199.00 new

iPhone 15 Pro • Unlocked

(1,820)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$515.00

Versus $999.00 new

iPhone 15 Pro Max • Unlocked

(1,477)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$631.00

Versus $1,199.00 new

iPhone 16e • Unlocked

(718)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$376.00

Versus $599.00 new

iPhone 17 • Unlocked

(206)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$764.00

Versus $829.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 17 Pro Max • Unlocked

(132)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$1,169.00

iPhone 17 Pro • Unlocked

(67)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$1,006.00

Versus $1,099.00 new

iPhone 14 • Unlocked

(4,507)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$286.00

Versus $629.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 13 • Unlocked

(5,965)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$260.00

Versus $629.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 14 Plus • Unlocked

(1,904)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$302.00

Versus $729.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 13 mini • Unlocked

(2,423)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$233.00

Versus $629.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 14 Pro • Unlocked

(1,952)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$435.00

Versus $999.00 new

iPhone 14 Pro Max • Unlocked

(1,751)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$490.00

Versus $1,099.00 new

iPhone 13 Pro • Unlocked

(2,541)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$365.00

Versus $899.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 13 Pro Max • Unlocked

(2,456)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$423.00

Versus $999.00 new

+1 more colors

iPhone 12 • Unlocked

(9,669)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$185.00

Versus $629.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone SE (2022) • Unlocked

(1,957)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$127.00

Versus $429.00 new

iPhone 11 • Unlocked

(9,830)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$165.00

Versus $499.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone SE (2020) • Unlocked

(6,143)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$105.00

Versus $399.00 new

iPhone XR • Unlocked

(8,124)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$160.00

Versus $299.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 12 mini • Unlocked

(4,125)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$170.00

Versus $459.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhone 6s • Unlocked

(1,768)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$62.00

Versus $159.00 new

iPhone 11 Pro Max • Unlocked

(2,697)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$240.00

Versus $849.00 new

iPhone 12 Pro • Unlocked

(3,689)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$278.00

Versus $899.00 new

iPhone 12 Pro Max • Unlocked

(3,271)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$352.00

Versus $899.00 new

iPhone 7 • Unlocked

(4,722)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$55.00

Versus $179.00 new

+2 more colors

iPhones

What does an unlocked iPhone mean, and should you buy one? | Back Market

What does an unlocked iPhone mean? Learn how unlocked iPhones work, their benefits, and whether buying an unlocked iPhone is the right choice for you.

Customer reviews for Refurbished Unlocked iPhones

Overall rating

158,950 verified reviews

Rating details

Accessories
4.3/5
Appearance
4.4/5
Battery
4.1/5
Lens & Camera
4.5/5
Overall performance
4.2/5
Packaging
4.5/5
Shipping
4.5/5

Reviews

Jamarcuss J.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 7/31/26, United States.
Perfect condition and great experience! My daughter ordered an iPhone 13 from Back Market, and it arrived in perfect condition. The phone works flawlessly, and the entire buying process was smooth. We are highly satisfied and would definitely recommend Back Market for refurbished technology! Thank you 😊
iPhone 13 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
iPhone 13 128GB - Midnight - Unlocked
See item
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
7/21/26
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
See item
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
See item
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
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
See item
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
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
See item
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
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
See item
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
Alicia L.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/28/26, United States.
So happy to have a 13 mini back. Same GB’s and even same color as I’d had before. It was a mistake to try the iPhone 17; too big and too heavy. Researched reliable refurbished iPhones, and Back Market came up as one. As recommended, I also checked out the individual vendor’s reviews; good as well, with years of experience. Ordering was easy; arrived on date stated, and the battery at 92%, with (I think) an Apple battery, because I didn’t get the warning about a non-Apple part (they stated may happen with non-Apple battery) upon turning it on. Battery lasts about 4.5 hours, way less than the 17 which lasts all day. However, I recalled that pretty much is standard with the 13 mini. It simply does not have the battery power of the bigger phones. I expected it to get a bit warm while transferring my data from the 17, yet it never got hot. My phone plan immediately recognized the 13 mini without me having to do anything on their site. I’ve had it about 2 weeks now; and so far, so good.
iPhone 13 mini 512GB - Pink - Unlocked
iPhone 13 mini 512GB - Pink - Unlocked
See item
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
4/16/26
Rubik M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/20/26, United States.
It is a literal brand new phone. Came with original Apple charger and original Apple SIM card remover and Apple papers and sticker. Battery health 100%. Would highly recommend BEST4TECH as a seller. It’s as good as Apple refurbished.
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Graphite - Unlocked
See item
Condition
Premium
Close to perfection. The body may have tiny micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will be flawless.
Purchased
4/6/26
Claire W.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 11/29/25, United States.
This is the second phone I’ve ordered from backmarket, I recommend them to EVERYONE! Not only are they reducing waste, but you can’t beat their prices either!! I ordered the iPhone 12 mini in “fair” condition, and it showed up looking brand new with only a few teeny scratches on the body! For $150 you seriously can’t beat it. I’ve never had issues with the longevity of their refurbished phones, my previous one lasted almost 5 years. The battery capacity on this one is 80% and it has no problem getting through the whole day off a full charge. Everything works like it’s supposed to with zero issues! I love this company, I love this phone, and I could NOT be happier :)
iPhone 12 mini 64GB - Red - Unlocked
iPhone 12 mini 64GB - Red - Unlocked
See item
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
11/13/25
Sara P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 9/28/25, United States.
I wasn’t expecting everything so good! I was scared of a refurbished iPhone! However, this iPhone 13 Pro Max came with zero scratches or damages! The screen is perfect, everything is! And the battery came with a 100%
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB - Silver - Unlocked
See item
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
9/7/25

Read our guides

Our recent comparisons

Searches so popular you can't sit with them

iPhone Sierra Blue Cheap iPhones Father's Day OnePlus 8 Unlocked Phones OnePlus Cyber Monday iPhone 5 Samsung Galaxy A54 Student Discount

Unlocked iPhones questions answered

Unlocked iPhones on Back Market start at well under $100 for older models like the iPhone 6. Exact pricing depends on the model, storage size, and condition grade: Fair, Good, Excellent, or Premium. A lower price doesn't mean lower standards: every iPhone, regardless of grade, goes through the same professional testing process. Use the price filter on this page to find the right fit for your budget.
An unlocked iPhone isn't tied to a specific carrier, so it works with any SIM card, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, prepaid plans, and international SIMs. In contrast, a carrier-locked phone only works on the network it was originally sold through. For anyone who travels, switches carriers, or just wants flexibility, an unlocked model is the smarter choice. Learn more in our guide to what does an unlocked iPhone mean.
Yes. Every iPhone listed on Back Market is tested and graded by professional sellers before it ships. Condition grades (Fair, Good, Excellent, and Premium) give you a clear picture of the device's cosmetic and functional state. All orders come with a 1-year warranty and a 30-day return window. That's a meaningfully different level of accountability compared to buying used from a private seller.
Yes. Unlocked iPhones sold on Back Market in the US are factory unlocked and compatible with all major carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and regional networks. They also work with prepaid and MVNO plans. iPhones from iPhone 14 onwards support eSIM, so no physical SIM card is needed. If you travel internationally, you can use a local SIM without any restrictions.
If your interested in a prepaid plan, find out more in our review of the best prepaid phone plans in 2026.
A used iPhone is typically sold as-is: no standardized testing, no condition guarantee, no warranty. A refurbished iPhone on Back Market has been inspected, tested, and graded by a professional seller, and every order includes a 1-year warranty. The "unlocked" label applies to both, but on Back Market, all US iPhones are factory unlocked. Browse the full range of refurbished iPhones to compare models and condition grades.

Why buy an unlocked iPhone?

An unlocked iPhone isn't tied to any specific carrier. That means you can use it with AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, or any prepaid or MVNO plan you prefer. Swap SIM cards when you travel internationally, without paying roaming fees. No contract, no lock-in.

If you're exploring the full range of refurbished iPhones available, unlocked models give you the most flexibility from day one.

Freedom to use any carrier

With an unlocked iPhone, switching carriers is as simple as swapping a SIM card. You're not bound to a contract or a network, so you can always move to a better deal. On iPhone 14 and later models, eSIM support makes the whole thing even smoother.

Prices that make sense

Unlocked iPhones on Back Market start at well under $100 for older models, and go all the way up to the latest iPhone 16 series. The price depends on the model, storage size, and condition grade you pick. Either way, you're paying a fraction of what you'd pay for a new one at an Apple Store.

Why buy a refurbished unlocked iPhone from Back Market?

Every refurbished iPhone sold on Back Market is tested and graded by professional sellers before it ships. Condition grades (Fair, Good, Excellent, and Premium) describe exactly what you're getting cosmetically and functionally. That's a very different experience from picking up a used iPhone from a private seller online.

Not sure what does an unlocked iPhone mean in practice? Our guide breaks it down in plain English before you buy.

Quality, warranty, and peace of mind

Each iPhone goes through a detailed quality check before it's listed. Every order includes a 1-year warranty and a 30-day return window, so you're covered if something isn't right. Choosing a refurbished iPhone over a new one also avoids an estimated 77 kg of CO2e emissions per device, compared to manufacturing a brand-new smartphone.

Choose location

Suggested searches

Popular searches

Refurbished Unlocked iPhones

Trade in to get it for less

What does an unlocked iPhone mean, and should you buy one? | Back Market

Reviews

Jamarcuss J.

Tadeusz T.

Megan M.

Sean G.

Justyn H.

Saed A.

Alicia L.

Rubik M.

Claire W.

Sara P.

What's the Best Place to Get an Unlocked iPhone? | Back Market

iPhone 17 colours guide: Which is best? | Back Market

The best cheap iPhones explained | Back Market

What’s the difference between a locked and unlocked phone? | Back Market

iPhone 15 review: Is it still worth buying in 2026? | Back Market

iPhone 14 review: Is it worth buying in 2026? | Back Market

iPhone 15 • Unlocked vs iPhone 15 Pro • Unlocked comparison

iPhone 16 • Unlocked vs iPhone 16 Plus • Unlocked comparison

iPhone 15 Pro Max • Unlocked vs iPhone 16 Pro Max • Unlocked comparison

iPhone 15 • Unlocked vs iPhone 16 • Unlocked comparison

Galaxy S22 5G • Locked T-Mobile vs Galaxy Z Flip5 • Unlocked comparison

Unlocked iPhones questions answered

What is the cheapest unlocked iPhone available on Back Market?

What does "unlocked" mean for an iPhone?

Are Back Market refurbished iPhones reliable?

Will an unlocked iPhone from Back Market work with my carrier?

What's the difference between a used iPhone and a refurbished unlocked iPhone?