What battery health do refurbished iPhones come with?

Refurbished iPhones typically come with a battery health between 80% and 100%, depending on the refurbisher. The Apple Refurbished Store guarantees a brand-new battery in every unit, so you can expect 100% battery health from Apple-certified devices.

What do other refurbishers offer?

Third-party refurbishers have different standards. Some replace the battery if it falls below a certain threshold (usually 80%), while others only replace batteries that fail testing. Here is what you can generally expect by condition grade:

• Excellent (Grade A): Battery health typically 85-100%. Many sellers replace the battery at this tier.
• Good (Grade B): Battery health typically 80-90%.
• Fair (Grade C): Battery health may be lower, though still functional.

How do I check battery health?

Once you receive your refurbished iPhone, go to Settings > Battery > Battery Health & Charging. This screen shows your maximum capacity as a percentage. Apple considers any iPhone battery at 80% or above to be in normal condition.

What if the battery health is too low?

If your refurbished iPhone arrives with battery health below what was advertised, contact the refurbisher's customer service. Most sellers have return or exchange policies that cover this situation. You can compare return policies across refurbishers on RefurbMe.