Enjoy some of Best Buy's strongest discounts across all categories, all from one handy hub. That includes up to 50% off refurb electronics, up to 40% off open-box TVs, up to 60% off open-box appliances, and more. My Best Buy members get free shipping. (It's free to join. Shipping is free for everyone over $35.) Shop Now at Best Buy
Save on refurb smartwatches starting from $140, new models of Watch4 40mm smartwatches from $150, Watch3 45mm models from $200, and more. Also good to remember, My Best Buy members get free shipping, and it's free to join. Otherwise, shipping is free for everyone over $35. Pictured is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 40mm Smartwatch for $149.99 ($50 low). Shop Now at Best Buy
That's by far the best we've seen on this model in any condition; and a $66 refurb low today. Buy Now at eBay
- crack-resistant front crystal
- IP6X dust resistance and swim proof
- always-on Retina display
- measures blood oxygen level
- takes ECG
- sleep tracker
Apply coupon code "THIRTYECOFLOW" to save an extra 30% off over 90 items, including the pictured Certified Refurb EcoFlow 220W Bifacial Solar Panel Kit for $258.30 after coupon (over $500 elsewhere).These are certified refurbished items backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Shop Now at eBay
Pictured is the Refurb JBL Bar 5.0 5-Channel Virtual Dolby Atmos Soundbar for $159.99 ($288 for it new elsewhere) Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
That's the best price we've seen for this model in any condition, and $190 less than you'd pay for a new one at Amazon. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- 12th-Generation Intel Core i5-1235U 3.3GHz Alder Lake 10-core CPU
- 13" 2880x1920 touchscreen
- 8GB RAM & 256GB storage
- 10MP rear camera
- Windows 11 Home
- Model: QF8-00009
It's a low by $10 and the best price we've seen. Buy Now at eBay
- combination tool, crevice tool, and mini soft dusting brush
- up to 40-minute runtime
- de-tangling motorbar cleaner head
- Model: 400494-02
You'd pay $100 for them new elsewhere. Buy Now at eBay
- up to 32 hours playtime
- voice control
- Model: 050036386043
That's $180 less than you'd pay for a new one. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- dries and straightens simultaneously
- for multiple hair types
- no hot plates
Save on refurbished MacBooks, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and more. Each comes with a 1-year Apple warranty. Shop Now at Apple
Use coupon code "SHOPCERTIFIED20" to get this discount on new and refurbished styles from Bulova, Citizen, Dooney & Bourke, and more. It drops the pictured refurb Bulova Men's 46mm Classic Sport Men's Quartz Chronograph Watch to $135.19 ($60 less than a new one). The code has a maximum discount of $300, and is limited to one use per account. Warranty information for refurbs is on each product page. Shop Now at eBay
That's $80 under the best price we could find for it new and the lowest price we've seen. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- mounts to your cart bar via BITE magnetic technology
- detachable remote
- gives audible front, center, and back distances from 36,000+ courses worldwide
- Model: 361910
That's the best price we could find by $130. Buy Now at eBay
- self-adjusting cleaner head
- telescopic handle
- height adjustment
- HEPA filtration
- Model: 227635-02
It's $177 under the best price we could find for this kit new. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- includes 2 batteries, dual-port charger and bag
- 0°- 53° bevel capacity with positive stops at 22.5°, 45° and 53°
- electric brake
- retractable, extra-wide tool hook
- Model: XSR01PT
Save on hundreds of new and refurbished tools and accessories here. We've highlighted this Refurb Milwaukee 2626-20 M18 Oscillating Multi-Tool for $65.03 (in-cart price, $100+ new.) Shop Now at eBay
The iPad 5 (2017) option starts at $90, but we've pictured the Refurb Apple iPad 10.2" 32GB WiFi Tablet (2020) for $160 ($12 less than you'd pay at Amazon for one in similar condition.) These items have a moderate level of wear and tear, and come with a 90-Day Woot limited warranty. Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
Dozens of models are available, including the refurb Apple MacBook Air 13" Laptop for $279.99. That's a low by around $50. Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
That's $7 less than what Amazon charges for a refurb. This bundle includes the Logitech MK470 wireless keyboard & Logitech M340 wireless mouse. Buy Now at eBay
These are certified refurbished items backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. We've pictured the refurbished Ego Nexus Portable Generator for $499 (low by $62). Shop Now at eBay
That matches our mention from a few weeks ago as the best we've seen. For comparison, Amazon charges $90 for a new pair. A 2-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
- noise canceling
- up to 50-hours of play time on a single charge
- up to 33-ft. wireless range
Pictured is the Refurb 1st-Gen. Echo Show 8 (2019) for $39.99 (over $80 elsewhere for it used) Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
Pictured is the Refurb Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G 256GB Phone for $219.99 (low by $12) Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
We picked out the Certified Refurb Skullcandy HESH ANC Wireless Over-Ear Headset for $41.24 - which are $135 in new condition elsewhere. Shop Now at eBay
We've pictured this Refurb Garmin G010-N2566 Vivomove Sport 40mm Smartwatch for $104.99 ($120 for a refurb at Amazon.) You'll get a 90-day Garmin warranty with each item on sale here. Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
We've pictured the Refurb Unlocked Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max 256GB Smartphone in Midnight Green for $312.99 (mostly $360+ elsewhere in refurb condition elsewhere.) Shop Now at Woot! An Amazon Company
That's $70 less than you'd pay for this model in factory sealed condition. It comes with an Allstate 2-year limited warranty. Buy Now at eBay
- ActiveTrack 3.0
- 1/1.7” CMOS sensor
- 64MP photos and 4K video
- Model: CP.OS.00000121.01.E
You'd pay over $200 for it new elsewhere. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
Blowers start at $89, trimmers at $99, chainsaws at $189, and lawn mowers at $449. Pictured is the Refurb Ego 56V 24" Hedge Trimmer for $99 (low by $50). All items are backed by a 2-year Allstate warranty. Shop Now at eBay
That's the best price we could find for a refurb by $30. In several colors (Blue pictured). Buy Now at eBay
Grab this refurb at a $151 savings right now. The same model in new condition is typically at least $400 elsewhere. Buy Now at Canon
- 24MP CMOS (APS-C) sensor
- WiFi w/ NFC
- 3" LCD display
- Model: 2727C016
That's a 60% discount. Buy Now at eBay
- 3000 lumens
- HDR10 support
- built-in web browser
- Model: 100L10E-RB
You'd pay $67 for them new elsewhere. Buy Now at eBay
- 10x magnification
- 21mm-diameter objective lenses
- 262ft field of view at 1000 yards
- Model: 16735
That's the best we've ever seen on this model and a refurb low by at least $25 today. A 1-year Allstate warranty applies. Buy Now at eBay
That's the best price we've seen in any condition, and $200 less than a new model costs at Target. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- 25-foot cord
- self-adjusting cleaning head
- several attachments
- Model: 216041-01
That's the best price we could find for a refurb by $38 and the best price we've seen. Buy Now at eBay
It's the best price we've seen for this 128GB model and a low for a refurb now by $35. This product is eligible for a replacement or refund within 90 days of receipt if you are not satisfied. Buy Now at Amazon
Shop over 200 new, used, and refurbished units. We've pictured the used EcoFlow River Portable Power Station for $109 ($99 under new). A 2-year EcoFlow warranty applies. Shop Now at eBay
You'd pay around $6 more for a new set elsewhere. This is a certified refurbished item backed by a 2-year warranty from Allstate. Buy Now at eBay
- active noise cancellation
- water resistant
- Model: S2TAW-Q740
Save on refurbished Apple, Samsung, Motorola, and Google phones, backed by 1-year Allstate warranties. We've pictured the refurb Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S21+ 128GB Android Phone for $209.99 (at least $20 less than you'd pay for a refurb elsewhere). Shop Now at eBay
Refurbished Products: The Basics
So you’ve discovered a product that you need or that you’d like to have, but you can’t quite work it into the budget — what now? Perhaps it’s time to take a look at the refurbished market to find a deal at a more reasonable price. But just what does “refurbished” mean? Are these products safe to buy?
The experts here at DealNews have not only sussed out the best refurbished deals the internet has to offer, but also compiled a list of terminology and resources to help you navigate the murky waters of refurbished versus new products.
What is a Refurbished Product?
Many people often have misgivings about refurbished items, but “refurbished” is merely a blanket term that refers to an item that has been returned, checked for quality and repaired to some degree, and then offered up for sale once more. Individual retailers and manufacturers may have slightly different takes on what qualifies an item as refurbished or reconditioned,though.
Many refurbished items are as good as new, as we note in this Blog article . However, for some reason, these items can't be sold as “new” — they could've been floor models, been returned during their return window, had their packaging damaged, or they could be defective in some way.
Refurbished vs. Used or Pre-Owned
As mentioned above, some refurbished items may have been returned due to some issue with the product, while others may have been traded in or resold. So why aren’t they simply noted as being pre-owned? The two terms actually have quite different meanings.
A refurbished product may have had a previous owner, but the item has been cleaned, inspected, and given thorough testing before returning to the market.
On the other hand, used or pre-owned products fall under no such quality guarantee. Therefore, as Refurb.me notes , “This means used products can be unreliable and are not guaranteed to work as they have not been rigorously tested.”
Types of Refurbished Products
Now that we’ve explored the basics, it’s time to take a deep dive into what the different terms for or classifications of refurbished items mean.
- Factory-Refurbished or Manufacturer-Refurbished: These items have been returned to the original manufacturer of the device and thus have been cleaned, repaired, and inspected by them (rather than a third-party seller). These products are also sometimes called “certified refurbished”.
- Seller-Refurbished: This includes any product that has been refurbished by someone other than the original manufacturer, including any third-party sellers, individuals, or other refurbishment companies.
- Reconditioned or Remanufactured: As Amazon notes, these terms are "largely interchangeable" with refurbished. The use of the different terms depends largely on vendor preference.
What About Warranties?
The warranty included with a refurbished product will generally vary depending on the seller. For example, Apple offers a full 1-year limited warranty with their Apple Certified Refurbished Products, while Dell offers a 100-day limited warranty. Asus offers a 90-day limited warranty, which is most commonplace for a refurbished or remanufactured item. Overall, a year tends to be the best warranty term you’ll find for these products, while the shortest will typically net you around 30 days.
What are the Benefits of Refurbished Products?
The biggest advantage to buying refurbished is price. Refurbished products can be as much as 50% cheaper than the original price for the new product, so they are a good option for the budget-conscious.
Not only can buying refurbished save your wallet, they may also save you time avoiding the hassles of returns or exchanges. Amazon mentions that, in their experience, “reconditioned items typically have very low return rates compared to retail goods because they've been so carefully inspected. (Quite often, manufacturers will inspect only one or two items out of every ‘lot’ of brand-new merchandise.)”
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Everything You Need to Know About Buying Refurbished Electronics
By: Brittany Buchanan, Staffwriter
Brittany has been working at DealNews since 2013. As a member of the Content team, she spends most of her time sussing out whether stores are offering a good sale, as well as being a stickler for all things grammar and formatting. She spends most of her free time at home entertaining her small shih tzu puppy, testing new recipes, and traveling other worlds via video games and novels.