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Back Market

2.9

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Back Market Reviews Summary

Back Market has a rating of 2.9 stars from 1,553 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Back Market most frequently mention return label, credit card and third party. Back Market ranks 4th among Electronic Component sites.

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1,048
value
1,081
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1,077
returns
549
quality
1,052

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California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Refurbished IPad
March 2, 2022

I purchased a refurbished iPad for my business and it would not support Spotify or any other app similar. Waste of money. Seller would not give me a refund.

Back Market attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 31, 2022
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Very Satisfied
February 1, 2022

My purchase works exactly as promised. In fair condition as described (only a few notable scratches on the case). Computer came with basic, functional keyboard and two panel sides. All lights and parts function and there were no issues with it in installation. Thank you.

Date of experience: January 31, 2022
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Refurbished ipad
January 31, 2022

I recently ordered a refurbished iPad It came in the exact condition and at the time it was supposed to I have ordered from them and had the same success. I will definitely buy from them as needed again

Date of experience: January 30, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Purchase Used MacBook Air
January 30, 2022

The MacBook was delivered days ahead of schedule and was exactly what we were expecting. I got a really solid deal on this machine as a laptop for my daughter and expect this to last years. I was impressed to learn this came with a 12-month warranty on top of it.

Date of experience: January 29, 2022
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Love the concept
January 30, 2022

I ordered a 2015 MacBook Air 11.6" for around $230 (after delivery and fees) in FAIR condition. Ordered on a Saturday night at work, received on Thursday afternoon the next week. MacBook came in way better condition than expected I mean the screen looks new, the keyboard looks great and works, the overall condition was damn near perfect minus a couple of imperfections that aren't anything to point out. Everything work's flawlessly and I will definitely purchase more products from here. As a guy who is low maintenance and doesn't care to have the newest of the new I love this concept to save money for products that get the job done. I ordered a $15 case for the top, bottom, screen and keyboard and it's perfect.

Date of experience: January 29, 2022
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Entirely satisfied
January 30, 2022

I went looking on The Internet for a "reasonably-priced", "vintage" Apple TV3 (circa 2012) that might "socially relate" with iPhoto inside my "vintage" (circa 2009) MacBook Pro and, whadaya know, Back Market up n introduced itself. Got my "vintage" Apple TV3 and pulled up an equally "vintage" doc from back when dinosaurs roamed the earth, did as told, and now can see pix of my lady n me on our equally "vintage" Sony TV. OOOOooooooRhaaaaaaa!

Date of experience: January 29, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Got an iMac for 260$ that runs like new. This was the biggest deal of my life, thank God i gave you guys the chance to show me what you can do. Good job guys, I will raccomand you to everybody! Thank you very much

Date of experience: January 28, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Back Market is better!
January 29, 2022

Purchased an Apple Watch from Back Market as gift and it was perfect. The watch arrived as expected (in excellent condition) and worked right way out of the box. Shipping was quick and arrived when expected. You could not tell it was a used device and I am extremely happy with the purchase! I will differently buy from Back Market again!

Date of experience: January 28, 2022
North Carolina
4 reviews
0 helpful votes
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I have nothing but great things to say about back market! Very happy with my Mac book pro I selected the fair condition and it looks amazing! So happy I shopped with them!

Date of experience: January 28, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Just as the title says. It was an easy experience. Received it 2 days before the originally quoted ship date and great condition

Date of experience: January 27, 2022
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Samsung S-21
January 28, 2022

The phone arrived on time and was/is in like new condition.
I would not hesitate to buy from Back Market or Tech Chrome again.

Date of experience: January 27, 2022
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Value for Money
January 28, 2022

This was my first time buying a refurbished phone and was very skeptical. I bought this as an upgrade for my teenage daughter and we were pleasantly surprised when it arrived. The delivery was very quick and the product is in mint condition. Everything works as expected and will definitely be buying again using Back Market. No complaints so far and fingers crossed it works as expected. Happy to know that it is backed by 1 year warranty.

Date of experience: January 27, 2022
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great deals and service.
January 28, 2022

I bought a Pixel 3 and an Iphone from Back Market and both times they delivered as promised. I highly recommend them to family and friends.

Date of experience: January 27, 2022
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This Website is %100 Legit
January 28, 2022

I would like to begin that most of us, are somewhat skeptical buying from websites like this, due to the fact that it can lead to trustworthy sellers, quality of the product, reputable sources etc. I found that not only do they satisfy the criteria and mission they continue to pursue is more than reassuring to me, but the mere fact that they will not let you down. I bought a MacBook, and I KNOW, that it would seem like a scam or something, but no, it was nothing ever compared to that. I received the MacBook a day early, huge plus and when I saw it, it literally looked brand new, I was just awe and shock. I felt that my purchase was not only very worthwhile and rewarding, it was also, reassuring, to all the other customers who purchased anything from here. To each and every one you who need to find a great or even better deal, purchasing from this website will not fail you. I am grateful that this website exists.

Date of experience: January 26, 2022
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is probably my 5th products ranging from iPhones to Sony noise cancelling head set, so far I never get disappointed. All of my purchases comes in on time and in great shapes. Not only that I'm helping the environment it's helping me save some few bucks as well

Date of experience: January 26, 2022
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great Source for used Ipad
January 25, 2022

I needed an iPad to replace my old one. I found exactly what I was looking for on Back Market. The price was good and there were lots to choose from. The item I ordered was exactly as described and came quickly.

Date of experience: January 25, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
1 helpful vote
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What a mess
February 24, 2022

Here's what happened to me, hopefully it's the exception, not the rule. I ordered a phone that based on what it said was unlocked for Verizon (and others). I contacted Verizon to switch my service to the phone, and when I gave them the IMEI #, they said it was locked and that I should contact the seller. Back Market said the same thing, and also said this happens sometimes. (My reaction was - clearly whether a phone is unlocked or not is a key issue for the consumer, and one i'm assuming the seller can check before shipping, so why is one being shipped without making sure...) The seller said sorry, send it back, and asked whether I wanted it replaced or refunded. I said 'replaced,' given that i had already bought a phone case for that model. The next email I received said 'Good news! A full refund has been made to your credit or debit card.' I asked someone from Back Market to get back to me and explain this, but I haven't heard back. Other than an email asking to give (more) feedback, and this: 'Unhappy? Contact the seller.'

Date of experience: January 25, 2022
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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2 computers, what a waste of time
February 24, 2022

2nd computer from back market, both wrong, both bad purchases. The first one died 2 months in, now this mac mini didnt come as what the specs said. Said 16gb ram, it has 8. Said 1000GB SSD, this has 121gb. Said i5, this is i3. Backmarket SUCKS! Anyone can apparently call themselves a professional refurbisher. Sure I can return it and blah blah but I every time I spend hours of time getting the computer to where I needed to be, then customer service just says, "sorry, would you like to send it back". They don't care.

Date of experience: January 24, 2022
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I was a skeptic
January 24, 2022

I have brought an iPhone and a iPad and both were in great condition and both came with a year warranty which is way cool. Thanks yall for creating such a great brand and product together we can heal the world. Hopefully more people will trust you all and make a switch to refurbish. Keep up the good work!

Date of experience: January 23, 2022
New Mexico
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Nice, clean, functional phone in excellent condition, reasonably priced, and great communication throughout from Back Market. Love these guys.

Date of experience: January 23, 2022

From the business

Freeing the planet from electronic waste, leading the shift towards a circular economy, and building a global billion-dollar tech company are three solid reasons to wake up in the morning. Founded six years ago in Paris, Back Market is the world's first online marketplace dedicated to refurbished consumer electronics. Back Market connects the best sellers of refurbished consumer electronics with consumers looking for a more affordable, reliable, and environmentally-friendly alternative to buying new.


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