What is the difference between Switch, Switch OLED, Switch 2 and Switch Lite?

Switch Switch OLED Switch 2 Switch Lite TV mode Yes Yes Yes No Screen 6.2" LCD 7" OLED 7.9" LCD 5.5" LCD Joy-Con removable Yes Yes Yes (Magnetic) No (built-in) Best for Hybrid use Screen quality + 4K TV gaming Latest games + higher performance Handheld/on-the-go gaming + budget friendly Starting price on BM $699 $250 $420 $195

Can you play Nintendo Switch on a TV?

Yes, the Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED both connect to a TV using the included dock and HDMI cable, outputting up to 1080p. In handheld mode, both run at up to 720p. The Switch Lite is handheld only and does not connect to a TV. Your Back Market Switch comes with the dock and cables included.

Do you need a subscription to play Nintendo Switch online?

Most online multiplayer requires a Nintendo Switch Online subscription ($3.99/month or $19.99/year). Some free-to-play titles like Fortnite and Roblox are exempt. All offline games play without any subscription. The console itself never requires a subscription just to turn on and play.

Is the Nintendo Switch still worth buying in 2026?

Yes, for most people. A refurbished Switch gives you access to 5,000+ games, including Mario, Zelda, and Pokemon exclusives, from $699 on Back Market. The Switch 2 launched in 2025, but its exclusive library is still limited and most new games continue to release on the original Switch too. Unless you specifically want Mario Kart World or the hardware upgrades, the original Switch remains outstanding value, backed by a 1-year warranty.

Does the Nintendo Switch come with controllers?

Yes. The Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED come with two detachable Joy-Con controllers (one left, one right) that work as individual controllers or attach to the included grip for traditional play. The Switch Lite has built-in controls that do not detach. All Back Market Switch consoles come with controllers included.

Refurbished Nintendo Switch

Name: Refurbished Nintendo Switch
Brand: Back Market
Price: 253 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.33 (853 reviews)

Warranty: 12 months

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Switch

(200)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$253.00

Versus $339.99 new

Switch OLED

(232)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$299.00

Versus $399.99 new

Switch Lite

(80)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$214.00

+1 more colors

Switch 32GB - Red - Limited edition Super Mario Odissey

(180)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$224.00

Switch OLED 64GB - Red - Limited edition

(2)

Starting at

Refurbished price:$319.00

Switch OLED 64GB - Black - Limited edition Legend Of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom

Starting at

Refurbished price:$334.00

Switch 32GB - Red - Limited edition Mario Choose One Bundle

Starting at

Refurbished price:$342.00

Switch OLED 64GB - White - Limited edition Splatoon 3

Starting at

Refurbished price:$466.00

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Customer reviews for Refurbished Nintendo Switch

Overall rating

853 verified reviews

Rating details

Shipping
4.5/5
Packaging
4.4/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Appearance
4.3/5

Reviews

Kylie L.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 3/2/26, United States.
I was initially skeptical of refurbished stuff, but when my Switch OLED arrived, WOW! I AM IMPRESSED! They delivered on their promise and the switch is in perfect working condition. I will definitely be buying refurbished stuff from these people from now on!
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
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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
2/20/26
Shirl J.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 5/22/26, United States.
The first one I received didn’t work. I contacted Back Market and they were so nice. They sent me a return label and replaced the broken one right away. It works perfectly! I am very happy with the service I received. They kept in constant contact with me so I know what was happening every step of the way. I’m a Back Market customer for life now.
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
5/1/26
Amanda F.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/12/26, United States.
This is my 3rd purchase with back market and honestly, they never miss. The switch actually came in great condition despite it being labeled as "good" only. My son loves his gift and I'll forever be a customer.
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/30/26
Kylon F.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/22/25, United States.
Great condition. only problem is the controllers sometimes dont dock, but I heard that is common in switches.
Switch 32GB - Pink/Blue
Switch 32GB - Pink/Blue
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/10/25
Carson M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 11/18/24, United States.
Works as if it were brand new! The hinge clamp was tight the first few openings which showed that it was taken care of before being sold, that's a plus! The sound quality on the speakers is just right! And the body of the console itself is presitine! First time getting an excellent graded item and it fits the bill to a T!
Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP - Red
Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP - Red
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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
10/31/24
Tahir K.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 5/17/26, United States.
Came in pristine condition no scuffs or scratches. Work incredibly do not hesitate to get one if you want one.
Switch 32GB - Black - Limited edition Animal Crossing New Horizons
Switch 32GB - Black - Limited edition Animal Crossing New Horizons
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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
5/2/26
Travis S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 5/9/26, United States.
Looks great and works great! As soon as I saw it was coming from CaveGamers, I knew I was in good hands. Will be ordering more in the future.
Nintendo DSi XL - Blue
Nintendo DSi XL - Blue
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
5/1/26
Janylla E.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 3/5/26, United States.
there was nothing wrong with the console the whole thing looked pretty flawless screen was also free of any scratches or cracks and the quality was nice. only downside is that i received two joy-cons that had defective buttons but the refurbisher sent perfectly new joy-cons in no time. thank you back market!
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/3/26
Tyler C.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/17/26, United States.
Nintendo Switch is in great condition overall. Very satisfied with it being marked as "good". The joy cons have a bit more wear than the main device, but are still perfectly functional. Have put at least a dozen hours in and everything is working well.
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
Switch OLED 64GB - White/White
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/18/26
Lynn W.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/5/25, United States.
Got a notification that there was a price drop on the switch (thank you, nice feature!) I received it very quickly, looks in perfect shape and with all the wires, cords and a couple extras in there I didn’t expect (a case). It’s a Xmas gift so I had a friend try it out today and it works perfectly. I asked a question and was answered very quickly, and kindly by Christian. I’ve ordered a number of phones from backmarket and a few friends did also that I recommended them too. Always happy with the items and the wonderful service! Thanks
Switch 32GB - Red/Blue
Switch 32GB - Red/Blue
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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
11/18/25

Nintendo Switch questions, answered

Yes, the Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED both connect to a TV using the included dock and HDMI cable, outputting up to 1080p. In handheld mode, both run at up to 720p. The Switch Lite is handheld only and does not connect to a TV. Your Back Market Switch comes with the dock and cables included.
Most online multiplayer requires a Nintendo Switch Online subscription ($3.99/month or $19.99/year). Some free-to-play titles like Fortnite and Roblox are exempt. All offline games play without any subscription. The console itself never requires a subscription just to turn on and play.
Yes, for most people. A refurbished Switch gives you access to 5,000+ games, including Mario, Zelda, and Pokemon exclusives, from $699 on Back Market. The Switch 2 launched in 2025, but its exclusive library is still limited and most new games continue to release on the original Switch too. Unless you specifically want Mario Kart World or the hardware upgrades, the original Switch remains outstanding value, backed by a 1-year warranty.
Yes. The Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED come with two detachable Joy-Con controllers (one left, one right) that work as individual controllers or attach to the included grip for traditional play. The Switch Lite has built-in controls that do not detach. All Back Market Switch consoles come with controllers included.

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Designed for mobile use as well as at home on the TV, for one or more players, the Nintendo Switch is revolutionizing the world of gaming. However, despite all this, the price of a new Nintendo Switch can be too much of a deterrent for some. But not when you shop with Back Market. We sell refurbished Nintendo Switch consoles, with all the standard accessories of this hybrid console including the docking station, portable screen and two removable joysticks (Joy-Cons), for far less than the in-store price. Delivered to you in perfect working condition, you can buy a certified pre-owned Nintendo Switch console from Back Market with complete confidence, knowing you’re protected by the Back Market warranty for at least 12 months.

Why buy a refurbished Nintendo Switch?

Buying a refurbished Nintendo Switch console from Back Market still provides all the functionality you would expect from a brand-new device. You’ll get a 32GB internal flash memory and Microsoft card slot for up to an additional 2TB of data, while the NVIDIA Tegra 256-core processor ensures an enjoyable gaming experience. With superb image quality on the 6.2-inch LCD touch screen (1280 x 720px) and a weight of less than 400g, it’s the perfect console for playing games on the go as well as at home.

Don’t delay! Treat yourself to an unforgettable gaming experience without breaking the bank thanks to Back Market’s range of refurbished consoles – so you can buy a Nintendo Switch for less.

	Switch	Switch OLED	Switch 2	Switch Lite
TV mode	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Screen	6.2" LCD	7" OLED	7.9" LCD	5.5" LCD
Joy-Con removable	Yes	Yes	Yes (Magnetic)	No (built-in)
Best for	Hybrid use	Screen quality + 4K TV gaming	Latest games + higher performance	Handheld/on-the-go gaming + budget friendly
Starting price on BM	$699	$250	$420	$195

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Is the Nintendo Switch still worth buying in 2026?

Does the Nintendo Switch come with controllers?

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