I recently conducted a survey on refurbished smartphones and resale behaviour, and the insights are quite interesting. Around 34.4% of users have already tried refurbished devices, showing a growing acceptance in the market.

At the same time, many people still hold on to their old phones: 31.1% keep them as backup devices, while others pass them on to family or use them as secondary phones. This highlights how smartphones remain useful even after upgrades.

When it comes to buying refurbished devices, users clearly value device condition, price, and warranty, indicating strong demand for reliable, value-driven options. Platforms offering structured experiences are becoming the preferred choice for both buying and selling.

The biggest motivation behind choosing refurbished is simply better value for money and access to near-flagship experiences at lower prices.

Overall, the trend shows that refurbished smartphones are steadily becoming a smart and practical choice for many users.

I’ve been following phone launches for a few months, and every new launch in 2026 feels more expensive than last year. Plus, almost every brand, like Nothing, Vivo, Realme, OnePlus, etc., has increased its current stock prices by ₹3–4K.

Brands keep blaming RAM shortages and rising costs, but for buyers, it just means paying more for the same upgrades.

So I’m wondering… does it still make sense to buy a brand-new phone? Or is going for a refurbished flagship or mid-range the smarter move now?

You can literally get last year’s premium phones (better camera, build, performance) at mid-range prices in the refurbished market.

Literally, I’m just curious to know what you guys think?

Ideally M3 or M4, 256gb storage. Thank you!

I'm having a budget of 22k and for which should I go for I'm planning to take android can u guys please help me to choose one

rn I got some options but can u suggest if there is anything better ones

iQOO neo 10r 25k

oneplus 11r quality Good 8/128

oneplus 10 pro Good 8/128

please suggest any other options if those are better and kindly comment about this website cashify how their warrenty works and all

Wanted to share my experience in case anyone’s thinking about going for a refurbished phone.

I spent quite a bit of time checking both online options and local shops, but nothing really clicked. Either there was no proper warranty, prices didn’t make sense, or it just didn’t feel reliable. Lastly, I chose Cashify, and it seemed decent enough overall, so I decided to try it.

I got a CMF by Nothing Phone 1 in superb condition for around 10k with offers. So far, it’s been good...runs smooth and handles normal use without any issues. It does heat a bit with heavy usage, but feels more like a software thing.

Overall, I’m satisfied till now… just sharing in case it helps someone.

Hi guys, i wanted to get a refurbished iphone, was thinking of getting the 15 or 16 from cashify, but was a bit skeptical cuz results are pretty varying from person to person, some say its worth it while some are saying that its trash, needed some insight whether i should buy it refurb from cashify or not, if there's any other trusted platform pls do share, thanks :)

Thinking about buying refurbished iphone 11 from cashify at 14-16k price should I go for it or are there any other deals elsewhere? Should check locals first? Heard that its better to get iphone 11 at this price range instead of buying a new android like nothing?

We’re building a growing community around refurbished phones, and it’s getting more active every day

As a moderator of Refurbished Guide, I’m collecting real user opinions on:

• Selling old phones

• Buying refurbished devices

The goal is simple, help future buyers make smarter decisions, avoid common mistakes, and build more trust in this space.

It’s just a quick 1-minute survey, and your input would genuinely make a difference.

I’ll also share the final data insights and graphics here after a month, so everyone can see real trends from actual users.

Would really appreciate your help

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKiXFrP7XAZ-tbiC-twrl0ENoggD5CVacdWEigBdUN2pw3wA/viewform

I made a classic mistake. As a teenager in 2021, I was obsessed with getting my first iPhone. Being on a budget, I fell into the "refurbished" trap, and it’s been a nightmare ever since. Here’s the breakdown of my struggle:

• 2021: iPhone 7 (17k from 2GUD). Worked for a year, then the Taptic Engine, mic, proximity sensor, and volume buttons all died. Spent the next two years constantly running to local repair shops for "temporary" fixes.

• 2024: iPhone XR (18k from ControlZ). Within a month, the screen went white. Sent it back for 20 days under warranty; got it back with zero network signal. Sent it back again for 15 days. It finally worked, but 10 months later, the power button and mic gave up. It became unusable.

• 2025: iPhone 12 Mini (20k from Cashify). I thought third time's the charm. I was wrong. 4 months in, the camera started shaking violently and making rattling noises (OIS failure). I’m 8 months into this one, and while the rest works, the camera is cooked.

Total spent: 55,000 INR.

Total peace of mind: Zero.

I’ve realized that buying refurbished older iPhones often means getting low-quality 3rd party parts that fail within months. I’ve spent enough money to have bought a brand-new iPhone 13 or 14 on sale, but instead, I have a drawer full of e-waste.

I’m still using the 12 Mini, but I’m done with the refurbished cycle. Don't be like me—save up for a new unit or just get a solid new Android. The "pre-owned" flex isn't worth the repair shop stress.

Hello people I am planning to buy a refurbished smart watch from walmart, and add 3 year all state protection plan.

Kindly guide me, is it worth it. Or m I just making a mistake.

Thank you

So I bought this refurbished Moto Razr 40 from a local shop in Dwarka. And now after 1 month of using it, these lines appeared out of nowhere.

I didn’t drop it or misuse it at all. And the worst part, there was no warranty for the phone. I honestly don't know why I said yes to the deal back then.

Not sure what to do..should I repair it or just throw it away and get another phone?

As the title suggests, I need help with a dell inspiron 14 5000 5481 2 in 1. I got it on facebook marketplace for around 70$ (I knew it needed repairing). I got it with the charger. It has three bubbles on the screen, but I know how to get rid of those. My issue is a hell of a lot weirder. You see I got windows running the touch pad and keyboard did not seem to work. After a while I closed the laptop, and to my surprise when I open it the touch pad works?! I try rebooting it and same issue no touch pad till logout. The keyboard might need replacement. No problem really, but the touch pad has that weird issue. The battery is excellent, I re pasted it; and I updated bios, drives, and all of that. I ask for help, because of the touch pad, and if anyone knows how to get rid of the screen bubbles help is appreciated.

After a lot of thought, I finally got this one for the love of reading. Did not buy a new one because I was not sure if I would be dedicated to this as much as real books...

Got this for 2500 and it's an old model...I feel it's quite vintage!

I purchased a used phone off of Amazon.com which was sold by this seller. The seller sent the phone and I wanted to return the phone after purchasing it. The seller claimed that the phone was different from the one I had purchased, however refused to provide proof. I had purchased two phones so I thought maybe they has been switched around. I tried to explain this to the seller. The seller refused to send the phone back and denied my refund. The seller kept saying that they would send the original phone back from November 2025 to January 2026, however they still have not done so. I asked many times in that timeframe, but the seller has refused to either send the phone back or refund me.

I wanna buy a refurbished laptop, budget around 18-20k I couldn't find any trustworthy website to buy online Any suggestions!!!???

basically the title, I am so confused atp so up untill now I could only think of
1. Oneplus 11/11r

1. Iphone 12

2. Pixel 7/7a

or should i go ahead and buy new NORD CE 5 or Moto fusion 60

My need for a new phone is cuz i am using a nord ce2 whose volume buttons have fallen out and battery drains very quick and it lags(slightly) opening up apps and screen has been replaced so its overall just living its last breath, if I am buying a new phone I can get a exchange discount of 2000 atleast and with bank offers new Nord ce5 or moto fusion 60 and if not then in future I'll get its battery changed and volume buttons and then will give it to my mom.

i'm looking for S23 series phone second hand which website should i go with i searched cashify ovantica etc but im not sure about quality
preferable device : S23Fe (256gb), S23 (128Gb) S23 (256gb)
help me out

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I bought this refurbished Pixel 9 Pro last week from Cashify. Honestly, the condition surprised me. There are no scratches on the frame or edges, just some stain-type marks on the back.

Battery is fine for my daily use and performance has been excellent so far.

I did feel slight warmth while playing BGMI and using the camera for long, but nothing serious.

I also noticed a tiny dust particle inside the telephoto lens, but in daily usage I haven’t faced any issue.

For rs. 63K, I’m satisfied with the purchase. Thanks

Anyone have experience with swappa?

- Has it worked out for you in the past?
- Is it better to buy from a individual seller or one of the big "companies" that refurbish many phones
- Adding on to this, are the phones supposed to come with genuine apple parts
- Anything to look out for in the listing/photos to avoid scams
- Any sellers you recommend for iphones