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BuyBackWorld

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BuyBackWorld Reviews Summary

BuyBackWorld has a rating of 4 stars from 214 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with BuyBackWorld most frequently mention easy process, great experience and fair price. BuyBackWorld ranks 3rd among Sell Cell Phone sites.

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New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Excellent!
November 10, 2018

I've sent about three items to BuyBackWorld and I had very good, prompt professional service! I recommend them to anyone else wanting to sell their used or new devices!

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Great! We’re happy to hear everything went well and look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the near future!

Michigan
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Refund took very long
November 8, 2018

Everything was fine but the refund check took a very long time to receive. The status online was at "Inspection" for a very long time.

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. Since your order came when we were transitioning to a new facility in order to better service our customers there was a delay in processing your order. As it stands, on 10/01/2018 your device passed inspection for the Fully Quoted Value of $75 Your payment was then processed and mailed out to you on 10/03/2018. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.

Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Smooth sailing
November 10, 2018

No problems everything went as promised. Would do business with them again without hesitation or reservation.

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the great feedback. We’re glad everything went well and look forward to hearing from you again!

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy Peasy
November 10, 2018

Piece of cake dealing with these folks - can recommend with no problem. Felt like they were fair with their offer.

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the great feedback. We’re glad everything went well and look forward to hearing from you again!

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Expectations met - I got paid
November 10, 2018

It took a couple weeks but everything was legit. I would not have gotten $170 for that phone anywhere else. Plus free shipping. Well done buyback world.

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your kind words and look forward to hearing from you again soon. Thanks again!

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Speedy Process for Selling Used Tech
November 10, 2018

I recall from way back when my experience with Buy Back World, and it was a pretty fast experience. They made packaging, shipping, and getting a check for your items selected online very easy. I probably would not have gotten the same value if I tried to sell it online myself, which saved me time and effort and dollars. I would highly recommend

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the great feedback. We’re glad everything went well and look forward to hearing from you again!

Missouri
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Outstanding
November 10, 2018

Buybackworld made it seem less and easy. They're organized, professional, a company of their word. I highly recommend them and will use them again and again. Thanks buy back world

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your kind words and look forward to hearing from you again soon. Thanks again!

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wasn't worth fixing the screen and then selling it. Much easier to send them a phone with a cracked screen and still get a decent price for it

Date of experience: November 8, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We appreciate you using our services and we’re glad we were able to deliver on all of our promises. Thanks again!

Connecticut
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Scam
October 15, 2018

Well over a month ago I sent a tablet and a phone and no payment like the website said in a few days. After many many emails they finally passed it on to a supervisor and said the phone had a burnt image in the screen and a broken LCD when I sent it to them it didn't have a scratch on it so I had to wait over a month for them to offer me practically nothing and now I'm fighting to get my stuff back don't waste your time with them.

Date of experience: October 15, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Hi Matthew, We're sorry you weren't satisfied with your recent transaction. Please provide us with your Order ID so that we may look into this matter for you. Thank you.

Texas
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Approach with caution
October 6, 2018

(updated
10/26/18) My advice is to approach this site with caution. I made an "order" to sell them a Moto E4 (a current spec phone!) for the ridiculous price of $15. I stupidly sent the phone in & they received it on Sep 10,2018; I *finally* received a check on Oct 25 - a month & a half later! They claimed the delay was due to moving to another location. NOT MY PROBLEM. If they couldn't fulfill their business obligations, for whatever reason, they shouldn't have been accepting orders to buy or sell phones. I have to wonder how long it would've taken (if ever) to get payment if they hadn't seen one of my online reviews & replied to it. At any rate, they did eventually complete the deal; only time will tell whether the time frames will get better once they've settled into their new location. Your experiences may vary.

Date of experience: October 6, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. We typically take about one week to inspect an order, however, since your order came to us as we were transitioning to a new facility there was a delay in inspecting your order. As it stands, on 10/19/2018 your device passed inspection for the Fully Quoted Value of $15 for your device. Your payment was then sent out to you on 10/20/2018. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.

Colorado
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Scam artist
October 1, 2018

Like all the other reviews have stated this company never responds to any communication, even when they have your electronics. Interesting that all the reviews are 1 star or 5 star. And all the 5 star reviews have tons of exclamation points, Obviously very fake.

Date of experience: September 30, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Hi Mark, We're sorry you weren't satisfied with your recent transaction. Please provide us with your Order ID so that we may look into this matter for you. Thank you.

Massachusetts
1 review
1 helpful vote
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This is a scam. I have been waiting for my payment for TWO MONTHS. Last contact from them was "we will give you an update in two business days" after a month of waiting. I have emailed several times. Can not believe I fell for this. DONT USE THIS SERVICE, anyone who left a positive review lied.

Date of experience: September 22, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. Per your request your device was returned to you via USPS Tracking: 9400111699000950125648. We hope to hear from you again in the near future.

Texas
5 reviews
13 helpful votes
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Still waiting, no response from BuybackWorld
September 15, 2018
Updated review

9/15/18- Still no response, still no payment. Sure seems like I have been ripped off by BuyBackWorld.

Date of experience: September 15, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. Since your order came when we were transitioning to a new facility in order to better service our customers there was a delay in processing your order. As it stands, on 09/24/2018 your device passed inspection for the Fully Quoted Value of $70 for your device. Your payment was then processed and mailed out to you on 09/25/2018. You should have received your check already but if you have not you can always email [email protected] with your Order ID and we'll issue out to you a new check with a tracking number to avoid delivery issues. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.


Lousy Service, Dishonest and still no resolve
September 5, 2018
Previous review

I sent my apple watch Series 1- original box, excellent condition, no scratches on face, fully functional with power cord and power brick. I was notified on 8/22 they had received it (according to them, opened box, but hadn't yet inspected). On 9/5/18 still waiting. So, I tried email, their non-working "chat" window (you can only leave a message) and I even called (some digging to get a phone number). No responses whatsoever- just silence. What customer service and what is going on with my apple watch.

Date of experience: September 5, 2018
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Sent my iPhone on August 1st. Got a message on August 6th that my package received. And a message on August 7th that my package has been opened and inspected. As of today, SEPTEMBER 5th I have heard NOTHING. I contacted customer service a few times only to be told that the status will be updated in 2-3 business days. Those days go by and nothing updated. I should have read the reviews before I sold anything to this company. DO NOT SELL HERE. Terrible service and nothing is done on the turn-around times that they promise. I have cancelled my sell and requested that my item be returned back to me so we will see if that happens.

Date of experience: September 5, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Hi, J W. We're sorry to hear that you weren't satisfied with your recent transaction with us. We ask that you please provide us with your Order ID so that we may look into this for you.

Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I sent a device to them over two weeks ago, according to their website within two days of receiving your machine they complete the inspection and tell you if their original estimate is good. The problem is my computer has not been inspected, updated, evaluated or anything. The only time I hear from them is when they send me a canned email response. After more than a week waiting they sent me an email telling me that by the end of the day that they sent me this email, they'd have my estimate and everything ready to go. Another lie, I didn't hear from them the next day nor have I heard from them since. If you send them any of your equipment for evaluation, expect nothing, no money, not even your device sent back to you. They're either about to declare bankruptcy or they are just thieves.

Date of experience: September 4, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. Since your order came when we were transitioning to a new facility in order to better service our customers there was a delay in processing your order. As it stands, on 09/04/2018 your device failed inspection due to: Condition Difference Device is overheating/Internal Fan is too loud. For that we have sent you a revised offer of $50 for your device. You then proceeded to reject the revised offer on the same day and your device was returned to you on 09/07/2018 via USPS Tracking: 940551169900059376758. We know we may value devices differently than you that is why we offer hassle free returns in the event of a return circumstance so there is never any risk or obligation when trying out our services. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.

Utah
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I sent two items in almost a month ago and I still haven't recieved payment for either. I've gotten a few "status update" emails that were too little, too late and I was told over a week ago that I would recieve payment for one of the items in 2-3 business days... that certainly hasn't happened. Customer service has stopped responding to my emails. I've never encountered a company with worse business practices than BuyBackWorld. I've resold electronics to other companies before and had smooth experiences. I would avoid BuyBackWorld.

Date of experience: August 22, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We're sorry you weren't happy with your experience with us on your most recent transaction. We cannot process payment until all devices in your order have passed inspection. As it stands, on 08/13/2018 your Apple Watch passed inspection for the Fully Quoted Value of $110. Additionally, we emailed you on 08/13/2018 in regards to your iPad 4th Generation being iCloud locked. In order to proceed with inspection we ask that you please remove the lock from the device. We then heard back from you on 08/17/2018 in regards to you removing the iCloud lock. Your device was then rechecked on 08/23/2018. It was found that you removed the iCloud lock so your device passed inspection on 08/23/2018 and your payment was then processed and sent out to you on the same day. Since you chose PayPal as your payment option, your funds were available to you for immediate usage. Thanks again and we look forward to hearing back from you in the near future.

New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Started using buybackworld once Verizon upgrades stopped covering the cost of the phone. I couldnt be happier with the service and have saved a lot of cash. Everytime Apple releases a new iphone I buy the model under it and save getting hit 700$ by Verizon for upgrades. I recommend to all.

Date of experience: May 20, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We appreciate you using our services and we’re glad we were able to deliver on all of our promises. Thanks again!

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Quick, friendly, and... AWESOME service! When you are ready to do a trade for your old electronics, GO TO BUY back world! I would use this service again and again! Highly satisfied and great prices! I was shocked at how easy the entire process was and would recommend this company to any of my friends or family.

Date of experience: May 15, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Thanks for the great feedback. We’re glad everything went well and look forward to hearing from you again!

New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This is my go to company for getting rid of my phones and ipads. They by far give the best offers and the service is quick! I have not had a problem! I recommend this company to anyone looking for the best rates and offers out there!

Date of experience: May 15, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

Great! We’re happy to hear everything went well and look forward to the opportunity to serve you again in the near future!

Hawaii
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Fair and square
May 12, 2018

I was paid the exact quoted amount for my iPhone 7 and old MacBook. I would definitely sell used electronics to them again.

Date of experience: May 10, 2018
Elvis T. — BuyBackWorld Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your kind words and look forward to hearing from you again soon. Thanks again!

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Sell used electronics and cell phones with BuyBackWorld. Sell your old iPhone, iPad, smartphone and more for cash with our online trade in program.


buybackworld.com
Founded in 2009
Plainview, NY, United States