Are products advertised on the website certified by Apple?

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Some products listed on RefurbMe are certified by Apple, but many are not. RefurbMe is a comparison site that partners with multiple professional refurbishers, and Apple is one of them.

What does Apple-certified refurbished mean?

Apple-certified refurbished products are devices that Apple has inspected, repaired if needed, and restored to meet its own quality standards. Key features include:

Like-new condition: No scratches, no scuffs. Every device looks virtually brand new.
Genuine Apple parts: Any replaced components are original Apple parts.
Official packaging: The device ships in Apple-branded packaging with all accessories included.
Full Apple warranty: Apple-certified refurbished products come with the same warranty as new devices.

Apple sells exclusively Grade A refurbished products.

How do other refurbishers compare?

Independent refurbishers such as Amazon Renewed, Back Market, and Gazelle also sell high-quality refurbished Apple products. They offer devices in varying cosmetic conditions (Excellent, Good, and Fair), which typically means lower prices than Apple-certified units. All products listed on RefurbMe are fully tested regardless of the seller.

How to filter for Apple-certified products on RefurbMe

If you are only interested in Apple-certified refurbished products, you can filter results to show only Apple Store listings. This is available on every product category page.

Keep in mind that Apple-refurbished devices are more expensive than those sold by independent refurbishers. Compare warranty terms across refurbishers to decide whether the Apple premium is worth it for your needs.