Back Market - United Kingdom Reviews 

38,676
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 11,934 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers are consistently impressed with the low cost and excellent condition of the refurbished technology, often finding products to be like new despite choosing lower condition options. Many highlight the great value for money, with products performing exceptionally well for a fraction of the retail price. The delivery service is frequently praised for being fast, efficient, and well-packaged, with constant updates provided. However, some people mentioned issues with third-party sellers' quality control, receiving products that did not match the described condition or were faulty. A few other people also felt that the provided chargers were unbranded or not genuine, leading to concerns about safety and additional costs.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Had a slight issue with phone not updating, got it sent away and back with the same problem, backmarket helped throughout. Offered a refund and a goodwill gesture towards next device, only 4 stars as... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I chose back market after seeing something on TV about them. My old phone was not supporting some apps that were important. I was able to get a much newer phone at a reasonable cost without the headac... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Phone came in immaculate condition and as described--if not better!! picked cheapest option expecting some obvious scratches, but came with a small almost invisible scratch! perfect working condition... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Back Market several times now for a few years now. Generally for phones and even a GoPro. Each time I am blown away by the low cost, excellent condition and impressive battery life of the... 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 1 out of 5 stars

THEY STOLE MY PHONE

After 8 months of my purchase of an excellent refurbished phone, I thought this has been great! Unfortunately the microphone broke and I sent it off for a warranty repair. My phone was in mint condition other than the fault. After a week a phone was sent back to me. It wasn't my phone, but someone else's broken phone, in the wrong colour in a terrible condition. I complained and I have been given no explanation, just told I'd be sent a refund once I sent the phone back. Unfortunately, I can't but the same model in the same condition from their website for the money I paid last time.
They will not let me speak to a manager, they will not respond to my queries and are ignoring me.
I believe as its a rare phone (it's not available as its a excellent condition phone with high spec), they have kept the phone to resell it and are palming me off...

THIS COMPANY IS NOT TRUSTWORTHY!!!!

11 July 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

How competent are the repairers ? Returning for the same problems "fixed" 3months ago.

HP computer purchased because it has USB portals compatible with my other equipment. But it had a tendency to print double "e"s and sometimes double "a"s. it then stopped responding to its keypad; Sent back. It was returned and started to do the same thing double "e"s and "a"s and then no response to the keyboard. Trying to return it for a second time is proving 'TRYING' !

12 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great purchase

The delivery time was excellent (next day) the mobile phone was in excellent condition like new, the packaging the phone was in was a bit worrying as the phone was rattling around inside when delivered but when opened all was well.

11 July 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID

My experience with Back Market has been extremely disappointing. The phone arrived in good cosmetic condition with no scratches, but that didn't matter because it only worked for one day. After that, it wouldn't charge, making it completely unusable.

The customer service has been shocking. Instead of getting quick help for a faulty phone, I've been left out of pocket.

To make matters worse, I can't even return the phone because I can't remove my personal data from it. Since the phone won't charge or work properly, I'm unable to factory reset it or sign out of my accounts before sending it back. I'm not willing to send a phone away with my personal information still stored on it, so I'm now stuck with a faulty device and out of pocket.

If they can't sell me a phone that works for more than a day after I've paid good money for it, I certainly don't feel comfortable trusting them with a device that still contains my personal information.

Based on my experience, I would strongly advise anyone to avoid Back Market. This has been an incredibly frustrating and disappointing experience from start to finish.

26 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

"Great experience

"Great experience! The phone is excellent, the call quality is clear, and everything works perfectly. The phone is beautiful and in great condition. I highly recommend Back Market."

11 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

quality

Honest delivery times, verified sellers and the item that they sent (airpods) clean new fresh and excellent quality

4 July 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Phone

From ordering to receiving phone, it was a first class service if I ever need to replace my phone again I would come to you. I would also recommend you to other people and the delivery was on time.

11 July 2026

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