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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the second time I've used Fonebank. Like the first line, yge experience was exceptional. Posted my phone back using their freepost 48 hours tracked returns on a Saturday morning. Received em... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve tried a few mobile recycles but Fonebank actually pay what they quoted, unlike some others even though you device is pristine and in good working order. I was actually quoted £155 for my device b... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Omg. Fantastic service. Posted my phone on Wednesday, delivered by Special Delivery on Thursday at 10am. Received email confirmation the phone had been inspected and accepted by 12pm and money in ba... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fonebank offered me the highest quote for my old phone, which I had previously been told was worth next to nothing. The whole process was easy and quick. From posting my phone to them, to receiving... See more

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  1. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service

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Founded in 2008, fonebank offers you the best prices for over 900 models of mobile phones. Check out our website and start selling now!


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super-speedy service

Super-speedy service. Have used them many times and wouldn't use anyone else! My wife used someone else and they suddenly reduced their offer, she had it back and resent it to Fonebank who accepted it! Don't go elsewhere!

May 24, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Speedy Payment

At first, I sent my phone to a different buyer who were offering more money. They proceeded to send me a video of a phone that wasn’t even mine, not even the right colour. Got it sent back straight away and sent it off to Fonebank. They had the money in my account within a couple of days, no trying to lower the offer or tell me the phone was damaged. I’ll be using Fonebank again, for all my phones, from now on.

December 6, 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another seamless experience

This is the second time I've used Fonebank. Like the first line, yge experience was exceptional. Posted my phone back using their freepost 48 hours tracked returns on a Saturday morning. Received email on Monday saying it's processed the return and money will be in my account in the next few days.
On Wednesday the money was in my account.
Spot on!

May 13, 2024
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

1. phone recycle experience of me

I liked the customer service but i didn't like that the phones i sent them became faulty . So i got downgrade by original price which I didn't like ni either.
After the downgrade the new price was 30 % less and I was paid in two instalments separately on different day.
I had to pay the post my own , so it was an other minus in profit. The lady I talked to was kind . The service is useful.


May 10, 2024
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