Restored vs. Refurbished: What’s the Difference?

Restored and refurbished products are pre-owned devices that have been returned to the manufacturer, retailer, or professional refurbisher and repaired or replaced to restore them to fully working condition. The terms are used interchangeably. However, there may be some differences between the two.

What is a restored product?

A restored product is a device that has been returned due to a defect and fixed. They may have been damaged, or they may simply not have met the customer’s expectations. Restored products are commonly repaired or replaced using genuine parts, and they are thoroughly cleaned and tested to ensure that they are fully functional again.

What is a refurbished product?

A refurbished product is a device that has been returned to the manufacturer or sent to a professional refurbisher to restore it to fully working condition. They may also be display models, demo units, or pre-owned devices that are fixed and cleaned by professional refurbishers to be sold again, warranty included. Sometimes, the battery, screen, and other components are replaced. They may have some signs of wear and tear and are classified with refurbished grades depending on their cosmetic condition.

Where to buy restored and refurbished Apple products

RefurbMe is the leading comparison platform for restored and refurbished Apple products. Our products are refurbished to the highest standards from reputable sellers and come with a one-year warranty.

Here are some of the advantages of comparing and buying refurbished Apple products on RefurbMe: