They were more likely to have a mechanical issue that caused them to be returned. "People don't return them for cosmetic defects or worn-out batteries. Other items she does not recommend buying refurbished are printers and hard drives. That's four opportunities for the thing to get damaged," Worley said. "It's really difficult to protect TVs in packaging during shipping, so if it's been shipped to the original consumer, shipped back to the vendor on the return, then shipped to the manufacturer for refurbishing and then shipped out to you. Worley does not recommend purchasing refurbished TVs due to the high possibility of the item getting damaged during shipping. Buyers should also look for a good warranty and return policy. Make sure you are purchasing certified refurbished products and not items from resellers. What should you be cautious about when buying refurbished? "It can be tough to find the exact specification you want because of limited quantities of refurbished ," Worley said. Despite this, she said there were not ample options for laptops if you are looking for something specific.
Worley found a refurbished Chromebook for $356, 15% off its original price of $429. When it comes to buying cell phones, Worley recommends buying them no older than two years to ensure the hardware can handle the newer operating systems. When buying refurbished through Apple, you typically can get a "new outer shell, new battery, new box, and you can get Apple Care insurance for it," she said.
A Samsung Galaxy S20 sells for $499 new, but $299 on Back Market, while an iPhone 11 sells for $549 new, but costs $80 less if bought refurbished.
Worley found a refurbished Apple Watch with cellular connection for calls and texts can be purchased from Apple for about $80 to $190 off, depending on the model. Savings from purchasing refurbished items can range from 15% to 50% off retail prices. What should you buy refurbished and how much can you save?
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