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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers are consistently pleased with the products, often describing them as being in excellent, like-new condition, even when purchased as refurbished. Many people highlight the high quality of the items received and appreciate the fast and efficient delivery service. However, some customers were dissatisfied with the payment process when selling their old phones, citing significant delays beyond the promised timeframe and unexpected reductions in the initial offer price. A few other people also felt that the charging cables supplied with their purchases were sometimes faulty.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Phones spotless and arrived quickly . Battery only 85% but that’s to be expected . Charging cable that was supplied doesn’t work otherwise would be 5 stars

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Refurbishef s25 ultra , looks new , battery at 100% condition. puchased via amazon delivered well packed within 48hrs. will certainly recomend UR to friends.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really happy with this refurbished iPhone for my daughter. I didn’t want to get her anything too new or pay for a brand new one as she’s only in her teens. Having never brought a refurbished phone I... See more

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I sent in a fully working Samsung phone, but the company reduced the price as soon as they received it. I accepted the revised offer, and after seven days I was informed I’d need to wait another seven... See more


Company details

  1. Telephone Company
  2. Cell Phone Accessory Store
  3. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service
  4. Cell Phone Store

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Phones with history are the future ✌🏼 Our quality refurbished phones are guaranteed to be great, for ur pennies 💷 and ur planet 🌏 Shop now 👇🏼 Each and every phone that passes through our UK based workshops undergoes tests and checks 90 times over. It's this rigorous 90 point phone check that ensures ur phones are always fit for your pocket. Carried out by our expert phone engineers with unrivalled tech knowhow, ur phones are scored to the strictest diagnostic criteria in the industry. This robust refurbishment process is what gives ur phones their Approved Used status. Approved by our specialists, to be used by you and yours. Once checked and approved, our engineers certify each device with its own Certificate of Identification and Functionality. Giving it the green light to join the Circle.


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4.0

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience!

My first time using UR to buy a phone and the experience was excellent! I used to buy from Back Market but after ordering several phones from there that weren't in working order and having to send back (which was a not made easy either!!), I was relieved to find another, better option! My new phone is like new and great price too. Thank you!

23 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could give less than 1 star I…

If I could give less than 1 star I would, we sold a phone to these 5 weeks ago, was promised payment within a week we rang and was always told the same excuse after excuse then Fast forward 4 weeks and still no payment for the phone, every time we call up it’s like your chasing your own money! I will never use these again absolute donkeys!!

23 April 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Battery wasn’t Apple battery

Battery wasn’t Apple battery. When I tried to use the phone it brought up an error message. The new battery was not a genuine Apple component.
Very disappointing, having always bought refurbished phones, this has never been an issue before.

22 April 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Still awaiting payment after 1 month.

Still awaiting payment after 1 month.

Had an email saying there is backlog, called them after waiting a month and apparently they said they would push it through.

Have not heard anything so I’m worried I won’t get my money.

Won’t be using again.

UPDATE:
after speaking with Wendy on the phone again, I now have my money. She was very helpful.

I understand they are a small business and things are taking them longer but it should not be set out that payment will be received in 7 working days and the customer should not have to chase so much.

22 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

These guys are good

I ordered the phone on Thursday night, no great hurry - although this was an option, but it arrived on Saturday morning. The price was good for me - I’m not a phone nerd, so I don’t need the latest - and it had options to make the product tailored to my requirements. The phone was safely ensconced in a fabulous box, protecting it from ‘courier issues’.
Speed of service, quality of packing, absolutely fabulous. I have no issues recommending this company- they know how to do things right!

18 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Waiting weeks for "payment in 7 days"

Offered lower payment for so called scratches, had no choice but to accept. Phone received by them March 24th, now April 22nd still no payment despite 3 phone calls (now not answering) plus several emails. Was quoted 7 working days initially, then told 2 weeks last Friday, then told today, still nothing. Was told on the phone they're a small company trying their best. I'm sorry but don't take on what you cant handle.
Update. Finally got through, been told the day after tomorrow.
I wont hold my breath.

22 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I previously left a one star review

I previously left a one star review but after getting some excellent customer service I am happy to upgrade my review. The customer service manager I spoke to was incredibly helpful and sorted my issues in no time. Thank you Natalie!!

22 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

𝐈𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲

I am appalled by the "service" provided by UR (Order 900389485). If you value your device or your original packaging, do not send it here.

The "Vanishing" Box: I sent my phone in its original retail box. UR’s policy is to "recycle" your packaging immediately. They have effectively devalued my handset by destroying my property, and their response was a cold "it’s in our terms."

Negligent Delivery: They returned a £400+ device by posting it through a letterbox. No signature, no security. If it had been stolen or smashed on the hallway floor, they would likely have blamed the courier.

Suspicious Grading: My phone had a screen protector on from day one. They stripped it off, claimed there were "deep scratches," and dropped the price. When challenged, their offers fluctuated wildly from £415 down to £200, then back up to £300. It’s not an "assessment"; it’s a guessing game designed to see how little you’ll settle for.

Zero Accountability: Customer service (Natalie) offered nothing but canned responses and excuses for why they can’t return my accessories or guarantee a safe delivery.

They have my original box, my screen protector is in the bin, and I’m left with a devalued phone. Avoid this company at all costs.

17 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

NO PAYMENT AFTER 3 WEEKS OF CHASING

NO PAYMENT AFTER 3 WEEKS OF CHASING. I sent my phone and they changed my payment fromm 600 to 500, which i was fine with so i accepted. since then it has now been 3 weeks, no money in my account. false promises of being "top of the list" of being paid and still NO MONEY. this company is a scam.

22 April 2026
Unprompted review

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