Back Market - United Kingdom Reviews 

39,284
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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Quality

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Service

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Reviews shaping this summary

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

Great

Straight forward transaction online. Surprisingly Good as new phones...

26 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The phone arrived promptly and in…

The phone arrived promptly and in excellent condition. I needed help with transferring info from one phone to the new one but with grandsons help, all works well. I would recommend your company to anyone interested. Cath. TV

25 July 2026
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Watch didnt work but return service was five star

I have awarded a two star review, purely because the iWatch Ultra I ordered arrived dead to the world! Would not start, even after leaving it on a charger for an hour. I literally packed it up reported the problem via thier portal and returned the watch to Back Market the same day.
Where Back Market deserve much higher marks than two stars, is they did not argue with my request for a refund and this was back in my account in a timely manor. Thank you Back Market for your honesty in business.

21 July 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It’s easy to use the site and the…

It’s easy to use the site and the deliver was quick. Simple service. The product itself - an iPhone- I felt that the seller didn’t give me the full story on the battery life because it’s quite poor. But otherwise the phones good for every day use.

18 July 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My experience with Back Market has been…

My experience with Back Market has been extremely disappointing. I ordered a phone, but it never arrived. When I contacted the company to report the issue and seek assistance, instead of helping, they blocked my account without any valid explanation, claiming there had been “suspicious activity.”

As a result, I have been forced to go through a lengthy process with both the police and the delivery company. This has now been ongoing for 24 days and is still unresolved. Throughout this entire situation, Back Market has shown little concern or willingness to help. Rather than investigating the issue or supporting a paying customer, they simply closed my account and left me to deal with the consequences on my own.

Based on my experience, I cannot recommend Back Market due to their poor customer service and lack of support when problems arise.

1 July 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible returns process when the errors on their behalf!

Purchased a refurbed coffee machine for my partner’s birthday. It arrived in awful condition, nowhere near as described, REALLY dirty (coffee grind in it, milk splashes all over it, super scratched).
I emailed they said to return but not with the initial returns label, a special delivery, i did that, they were unable to send me one in the meantime so i had to then buy a new one for my partners birthday so asked for a refund.
Send it back as advised (including photos etc.) they then ‘lost the package’ and then it was redelivered back to me.
Its almost a month later, i still have a dud coffee machine and i’m down hundreds of pounds.
Their response? They need me to send proof of postage - i have literally photosgrqphed the parcel at my house with the label on it.

Absolutely scam! £360 down.
AVOID AVOID AVOID

1 July 2026
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