Back Market - United States Reviews 18,833

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Evaluating 3,285 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the ease of purchasing and the quality of the products, often noting that items look and function like new at a significantly lower price. Many appreciate the fast delivery and the clear tracking information provided, making the overall user experience seamless and enjoyable. The ability to choose specific models, colors, and conditions is also highlighted as a positive aspect, with many consumers expressing satisfaction with their purchases and the value received. However, some people mentioned receiving products that were not as described, such as phones with locked networks or lower battery health than guaranteed, leading to frustration and returns. A few other people also felt that some items, even those in 'excellent condition,' had functional issues like blinking screens, overheating, or non-working ports, indicating potential quality control inconsistencies.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was easy to purchase from Back Market and my product arrived as described. I've had my refurbished phone for less than a month so I cannot attest to its longevity but I love the eco-consciousness o... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought an iPhone Se 3 in good condition for well under $140 and it arrived looking very clean. Inside the box was a charging cable and the phone itself. The overall experience was great because I kn... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had nothing but great results buying refurbished devices from Back Market. Latest was an Apple 11 watch. It looks and works like new with a significant savings. It came in the original packagin... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

absolutely fabulous - I bought a mac or Apple M1 Pro for pennies on the dollar. I immediately put it to work, runs beautifully, I am running fast and leaping over tall buildings! I work with large s... See more


Company details

  1. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service
  2. Computer and Accessories Store
  3. Electronics Store
  4. Online Marketplace

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Smartphone made good-as-new and with warranties. Plus hundreds of computers, PS4s, tablets, televisions, etc. 2 day delivery. Refurbished iPhone 6, refurbished Galaxy S6, etc. https://www.backmarket.com/ https://www.backmarket.com/reviews


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been purchasing refurbished devices here for the past 5 years

I have been purchasing refurbished phones and devices from BackMarket since 2020. Never have I experienced any issues with the service or the devices. Some of my devices have been passed on to other people and are still being used. I love being able to trade in my device and replace it with another.

Just upgraded my kiddos iPhone from 12 mini to a 14 pro. She was so happy and it came just as I selected.

I will always purchase my devices through BackMarket

May 15, 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Product great process for submitting trade in not—so-much …

Purchasing was smooth and phone came fast. Submitting grade-in has been clunky and seems like a slow process. I waited for box and shipping kit that was supposed to be coming my way for quite some time, and have just sent it on my own. Seems like this could be used against me if my used phone I’m going to get credit for doesn’t arrive in time to make it by offer good until date.

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Back Market - United States

Hi Michael, thank you for taking the time to share this feedback. I’m really glad to hear the purchase itself went smoothly and that the phone arrived quickly, but I’m sorry the trade-in shipping kit process has felt slow and frustrating.

I completely understand your concern regarding the offer expiration timeline as well. As long as the trade-in was shipped within the required timeframe, the team should be able to review the tracking accordingly. That said, your feedback about the delays and overall process is absolutely valid, and I’ll make sure it’s shared internally as this is clearly an area where we can improve the experience.

Thank you again for giving us a try and for sharing both the positives and the pain points.

Back Market Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

5 purchases, all 5 stars

This is the fifth thing i have purchased on backmarket and each time I am pleasantly surprised. Save a ton of money and reuse old equipment that is no longer loved, it is great!

April 15, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent communications

Excellent communications that try to describe clearly what the deal is and their importance of ensuring their customers understand it. Rapid responses too . They let the benefits of the refurbished exchange sell itself without a glossy pitch.

May 14, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM PLATFORM

Order # 70610250
UPDATE: Even though BackMarket did honor a refund after I complained, it's still not enough to mitigate or compensate the damage done to me by buying the defective product. The seller refused to return the SSD and I lost all my data. It isn't my fault for not backing it up because the computer wouldn't turn on unexpectedly, and I couldn't retrieve the SSD before sending it back because that would void the warranty. When I asked to mitigate data loss by having the SSD returned, Back Market had a canned response about "policy" ignoring my needs as the customer. Plus, I ended up spending $700 more to purchase a laptop of equivalent specs because neither the seller nor BackMarket would honor replacing the laptop with an equivalent one. I don't plan to buy anything from BackMarket again because of this experience.
They allow scammers like Iconic Micro to sell on their platform and scam people out of money with defective refurbished products that they then refuse to repair/replace/refund with BS "reasons".

My laptop stopped powering on. I sent it to Iconic Micro for warranty repair. First they told me over the phone that dust in the fans caused the failure. Then in their written email they changed it to oxidation eroding the fans which is a completely different explanation.

Neither makes sense. Fans don't even spin up until after a laptop has already powered on. Dusty or seized fans cannot cause a power-on failure. That's not how computers work.

The photos they sent me show normal household dust. That's nothing that constitutes neglect or abuse. Yet they refused to repair, replace, or refund the device, and directed me back to the marketplace I purchased from.

They still have my laptop. Avoid this company. They are scammers and the low prices are for the reason that they are selling defective refurbished goods and then refusing to honor warranty when you discover it's defective.

UPDATE: BackMarket did honor a refund after I complained but the seller refused to return the SSD and I lost all my data. It isn't my fault for not backing it up because the computer wouldn't turn on unexpectedly, and I couldn't retrieve the SSD before sending it back because that would void the warranty. When I asked to mitigate data lose they had a canned response about "policy" ignoring my needs as the customer. I'm glad I got a refund but that didn't totally fix the damage to me from the laptop being defective because it caused data loss. Plus, I ended up spending $700 more to purchase a laptop of equivalent specs because neither the seller nor BackMarket would honor replacing the laptop with an equivalent one. I don't plan to buy anything from BackMarket again because of this experience.

April 29, 2026
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Reply from Back Market - United States

We are very sorry to hear about this issue! Can you please update your review with the order number so we can look into this for you? You can also open a claim by:
1. Logging in to your Back Market account
2. Click on "My Orders"
3. Find the order you need help with and click on the "Get help" button next to that order
4. Select the option that best describes why you're reaching out.

We typically respond within 1 business day.
Please let me know if you have any questions in the meantime.

Thank you,
Back Market Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been purchasing from BackMarket…

I have been purchasing from BackMarket now for about 6 or 7 years.
I have never, ever had an issue.
The one time I did have a problem, was because I made the mistake.
I love the one year warranty. I had to get a phone replaced because it wouldn't charge and the process was smooth and easy.

May 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great quality, quick delivery, good price

Bought a well-priced good condition HP all-in-one. Delivery was early. Packed very, very well. Two-weeks in and everything is working great. I bought a refurbed laptop from Best Buy before and the battery has been terrible. This one from Back market is a much better quality and about $200 cheaper than the same deal on Best Buy.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve bought iPhones from Back Market 3…

I’ve bought iPhones from Back Market 3 times throughout the years and was never disappointed with their phones. I refer my friends and people I meet to them. Their phones are good and last a long time. And you can’t beat their prices. Also it’s shipped to you right away. Not weeks, buts like 2 days. Thank you Back Market and keep up the great work!

May 13, 2026
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