Getting a shiny new phone is always exciting, but you know what’s not so exciting? The price. Take the iPhone 16 for example. If you buy one brand new, you’re looking at a minimum of $1,299 for the most basic iPhone 16. If you want the biggest and the best, a 1TB iPhone 16 Pro Max will set you back $2,499. That’s a lot of money. It’s also why so many Singaporeans are making the switch to refurbished iPhones, with some pre-owned devices costing as little as half the price of a brand one. Plus, it’s good for the environment. Win-win!
If you’re thinking about getting a refurbished iPhone, here’s everything you need to know.
A refurbished iPhone is a pre-owned or ex-demo model iPhone that’s undergone a series of checks (and, in some cases, repairs) and then repackaged and resold. Each refurbisher has its own testing methods, and if found to be working, the iPhone is then graded according to its condition. iPhones with more cosmetic damage or lesser battery health are usually graded the lowest and come at the biggest discounts, while those that look pristine and perform as new are graded the highest and cost more (although still less than a brand-new device).
Where to buy refurbished iPhones in Singapore
Though you can purchase pre-owned iPhones on Facebook Marketplace and similar community platforms, be aware that in doing so, you can say goodbye to your consumer rights with no warranty or refund policy.
After hours of research, we’ve tracked down some of the most reputable and reliable refurbished iPhone sellers in Singapore.
Refurbished iPhones from Reebelo
Reebelo is a refurbished device marketplace that operates in Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US. All devices undergo more than 70 quality checks and are then graded on a scale from “acceptable” (scratches and minor cosmetic damage with at least 80% battery health) to “premium” (pristine appearance and at least 90% battery health).
If you’re not 100% satisfied with the refurbished iPhone you get, Reebelo offers 14 day free returns and a 12-month warranty.
Here’s how much a refurbished iPhone will cost you from Reebelo.
| Model | Prices starting from | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 series | $978 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone 15 series | $858 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone 14 series | $590 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone SE (2022) | $295 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone 13 series | $458 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone 12 series | $328 | See on Reebelo |
| iPhone 11 series | $280 | See on Reebelo |
Note: Price and availability subject to change.
Refurbished iPhones from Compasia
Compasia operates throughout Southeast Asia, offering a wide range of refurbished phones, tablets, smartwatches and laptops. Each device sold by Compasia undergoes a 32-step quality check and then receives a cosmetic grading of “fair”, “good”, or “excellent”. Regardless of condition, no device will have less than 80% battery health.
On the downside, Compasia does not accept returns unless customers receive the wrong device or their order is damaged on arrival. All refurbished devices come with a three-month warranty, however, this can be extended to up to 24 months for a fee.
Check out Compasia’s refurbished iPhone range below.
| Model | Prices starting from | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 15 series | $809 | See on Compasia |
| iPhone 14 series | $589 | See on Compasia |
| iPhone SE (2022) | $299 | See on Compasia |
| iPhone 13 series | $419 | See on Compasia |
| iPhone 12 series | $289 | See on Compasia |
| iPhone 11 series | $279 | See on Compasia |
Note: Price and availability subject to change.
Refurbished iPhones from Mister Mobile
No, Mister Mobile doesn’t just sell brand new devices! All their refurbished iPhones undergo a 100-step inspection process and are graded as “satisfactory” (minor cosmetic defects with at least 85% battery health), “mint” (minimal signs of wear and at least 85% battery health) or “pristine” (almost flawless with at least 90% battery health).
Mister Mobile offers a seven-day return window if you’re unhappy with your device, however the warranty period is just 30 days.
You can see refurbished iPhone prices from Mister Mobile below.
| Model | Prices starting from | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 series | $878 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone 15 series | $748 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone 14 series | $558 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone SE (2022) | $258 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone 13 series | $418 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone 12 series | $268 | See on Mister Mobile |
| iPhone 11 series | $248 | See on Mister Mobile |
Note: Price and availability subject to change.
Refurbished iPhones from myhalo
myhalo sells refurbished phones, laptops, desktop computers, and tablets, and also offers trade-ins for pre-owned devices. Each phone goes through a 30-point check and is then graded on a scale of “Value” (noticeable cosmetic imperfections, minimum 85% battery health) to “Premium” (near-mint condition with a minimum 85% battery health).
Although myhalo doesn’t accept returns, they do offer a 14-day exchange policy. Confusingly, myhalo claims to offer a 60-day warranty, however, some product pages only list a 30-day warranty.
Here’s how much a refurbished iPhone costs through myhalo.
| Model | Prices starting from | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 series | $1,749 | See on myhalo |
| iPhone 15 series | $769 | See on myhalo |
| iPhone 14 series | $629 | See on myhalo |
| iPhone SE (2022) | $399 | See on myhalo |
| iPhone 13 series | $589 | See on myhalo |
| iPhone 12 series | $539 | See on myhalo |
Note: Price and availability subject to change.
Refurbished iPhones from Moby Shop
Although Moby Shop doesn’t have as wide a range of refurbished iPhones as other retailers, we love that the product listings show exactly what percentage battery health the device is at, along with a cosmetic grading from 7.5 to 10 out of 10.
Refurbished iPhones (and other devices) from Moby Shop come with a 30-day in-store warranty. Unfortunately, they don’t offer any refunds or exchanges, but they welcome customers to try the device they’re interested in at their Far East Plaza store before purchasing.
Take a look at Moby Shop’s refurbished iPhone range below.
| Model | Prices starting from | |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 series | $1,698 | See on Moby Shop |
| iPhone 15 series | $1,109 | See on Moby Shop |
| iPhone 14 series | $679 | See on Moby Shop |
| iPhone 13 series | $539 | See on Moby Shop |
| iPhone 12 series | $659 | See on Moby Shop |
| iPhone 11 series | $529 | See on Moby Shop |
Note: Price and availability subject to change.
Best SIM-only mobile plans to pair with a refurbished iPhone
One of the best things about buying a refurbished iPhone is that you have the choice of any telco, while new iPhones are only available through the big three: Singtel, StarHub and M1.
Here are the most popular SIM-only plans in our database.
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#1
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Eight
Editor's Pick
228GB SIM Only
$8
Min. cost $8
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#2
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SIMBA
Editor's Pick
SuperRoam 10 SIM Only
$10
Min. cost $10
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#3
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ZYM Mobile
100GB Roam Saver SIM Only
$7.77
Min. cost $7.77
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#4
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Singtel
Editor's Pick
5G $35 Ultimate Monthly Plan
$35
Per 30 Day Renewal
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#5
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Zero1
Starter SIM Only 4G
$7.06
+ $15.36 Upfront
Min. cost $22.42
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#6
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Maxx
290GB SIM Only
$9.90
Min. cost $9.90
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Refurbished iPhone FAQs
Does Apple sell refurbished iPhones in Singapore?
No, unfortunately not. However, you can purchase other refurbished Apple devices like Mac computers, iPads, AirPods, HomePods, Apple TV and more.
Is it safe to buy a refurbished iPhone?
As long as you purchase from a reputable retailer with a thorough quality check process, absolutely. Buying a second-hand iPhone from Facebook Marketplace, on the other hand, comes with a great deal of risk.
Where to buy the cheapest refurbished iPhone?
There’s no easy answer as the prices of refurbished iPhones vary greatly depending on the age of the model, cosmetic condition, battery health, storage size, and even colour. If you’re happy to deal with some scratches and imperfections or lesser battery health, you can snap up a refurbished iPhone for half the price of a new one.
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