Back Market - United Kingdom Reviews 

39,160
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 11,994 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers are consistently delighted with the quality and condition of products, often finding them like new or better than expected for refurbished items. Many appreciate the competitive pricing, allowing significant savings. The service is frequently praised for being efficient and straightforward, with fast delivery and a user-friendly website, making the purchasing process smooth and satisfying. However, some customers noted concerns regarding packaging, with products occasionally arriving in flimsy or non-original boxes, sometimes missing accessories. A few also experienced inconsistent delivery, including delays or lost packages. Additionally, some reviewers reported product issues like devices overheating, early malfunctions, or receiving items with different regional specifications, sometimes leading to warranty claims or returns.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

When the package arrived, I could feel and hear the phone rattling around in its box. There was no bubble wrap present, nor was it the original box but a flimsy substitute with an internal pocket that... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good experience with back market, Had multiple devices from these guys and every interaction has been perfect. After having an issue with a laptop I bought they were really helpful and got it refu... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Second time lucky! - Product was as described, refurbished in generic packaging with generic cable as advertised. Option to spread the cost makes the cost easier to absorb on my single income. Previou... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I’m pleased with the MacBook Pro itself. It arrived in good condition and runs well. However, I ordered it expecting a UK keyboard and only later realised it has a US layout. This was frustrat... See more


Company details

  1. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service
  2. Computer and Accessories Store
  3. Electronics Store
  4. Online Marketplace

Written by the company

Back Market is the online refurbished marketplace that gives customers access to 1000's of the best, quality assured, smartphones, laptops, tablets, game consoles, gadgets, smart tech, appliances, and a whole lot more at massively reduced prices. All products are verified refurbished to our strictest quality standards, come with free delivery, 30-day returns, dedicated customer service and 12 months minimum warranty, ensuring you get a product that works like new but costs up to 70% less than buying new. More than this, buying refurbished creates significantly less carbon and e-waste, so it's not just money that you are saving by shopping at Back Market. We're dedicated to making shopping for the best in renewed tech, easier, cheaper, quicker, and more eco-friendly. http://backmarket.co.uk/ https://www.backmarket.co.uk/reviews


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt delivery

Prompt delivery, packaged beautifully and securely and product works perfectly. I’m not a first time buyer and the experience has been consistent. So they’ve been tested and trusted.

22 July 2026
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

All in all a pretty disappointing…

All in all a pretty disappointing experience. Firstly, I paid extra for next day shipping which was late - and it arrived in what would have been the free shipping window. Secondly, the Apple Air Pods I've bought didn't come with ear tips - so by the time I have bought them (and waited for that delivery) I would have been much better off buying them new for the outset. Overall I've saved £10-15 from buying them brand new with all of the original packaging and original parts - they would have arrived quicker, and arrived complete and ready to use. Shame, I love the concept and really wanted to like Back Market.

I should also note that customer service have been uninterested - not even willing to return the premium shipping fee I paid for.

14 July 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Paid for an "Excellent" iPhone

Paid for an "Excellent" iPhone. I got an iPhone that had loads of scratches (was able to accept it), however I've discovered they "did some work" on the phone and the back was not glued at all.
Sent the iPhone back for repairs, only for them to say they're unable to repair the phone.
For a big company to sell phones without even testing them, it's disgusting. Not to mention they weren't even able to glue a phone back.

My advice, don't loose your time with them

17 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Be aware of returns

Just want to make people aware of the returns and support that is non existent with this company. There are a lot of good reviews here but just be aware that if it is faulty you may loose your purchase or even have to fix the issue yourself, resulting in further costs which you may as well of paid full price from the high street, where at least you could take it back.
My son purchased a MacBook from back market, tbh the laptop was working fine for 10 months just sat on his desk and the conversations were great whilst going through purchasing. It then started to develop lines across the bottom of the screen, bear in mind this laptop has been perfectly looked after and not moved from desk, so we spoke with the company who agreed that we could return it for repair or replacement, great. We then had an email saying that it's not their fault and to get it fixed ourselves and it's not covered under warranty and as their good will they may help towards getting it fixed. They then sent the laptop back with further lines down the left side and a massive scratch on the right side of the screen and stated that the scratch was caused when being delivered, although the laptop was boxed, lid down and covered in bubble wrap, and the other lines were caused in transit also, like magic. Obviously been dropped by the company and now they cant fix it and wont provide a reason even though under warranty, they then sent it back with a £5 charger and not the apple charger that was sent to them and have not replied to our emails for the last week.

20 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

A good experience with back market,

A good experience with back market,
Had multiple devices from these guys and every interaction has been perfect.
After having an issue with a laptop I bought they were really helpful and got it refunded swiftly. Highly recommend

1 May 2026

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