Best Used Cell Phones in 2021

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Apple iPhone 7 Used

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AT&T

Storage

32GB

Condition

Used

Price

$81

MSRP: $649

4/5

8 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Apple iPhone 7 (Refurbished)	32GB	$86

Device Specs

Screen Size	4.7"
Screen Resolution	1334 x 750 pixels
HDR Screen	No pixels
Processor	Apple A10 Fusion pixels
Internal Memory	32GB, 128GB, 256GB
Operating System	iOS 10
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	7MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	No

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 14 hours
Standby Time	Up to 240 Hours
Dimensions	138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1mm
Weight	138g
Splash Proof	IP67
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	A1660
User Manual	Apple iPhone 7 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Water resistance

• Improved screen and battery life

• Powerful dual speakers

• Excellent camera

• Incredible performance

Cons

• No headphone jack

• Poor battery life

• No design change

• Expensive

Apple iPhone 8 Used

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Unlocked

Storage

256GB

Condition

Used

Price

$220

MSRP: $849

4/5

8 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Apple iPhone 8 (Refurbished)	256GB	$169

Device Specs

Screen Size	4.7"
Screen Resolution	1334 x 750 pixels
HDR Screen	No pixels
Processor	Apple A11 Bionic pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 256GB
Operating System	iOS 11
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	7MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 14 hours
Dimensions	138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3mm
Weight	148g
Splash Proof	IP67
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
User Manual	Apple iPhone 8 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Super fast processor

• Wireless charging

• Good camera

• Storage starts at 64GB

Cons

• Old design

• Disappointing battery life

• No headphone jack

Apple iPhone XR Used

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Network

T-Mobile

Storage

128GB

Condition

Used

Price

$352

MSRP: $799

5/5

7 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Apple iPhone XR (Refurbished)	128GB	$308

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.1"
Screen Resolution	1792 x 828 pixels
HDR Screen	No pixels
Processor	Apple A12 Bionic pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 256GB, 512GB
Operating System	iOS 12
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	7MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 25 hours
Dimensions	150.9 x 75.7 x 8.3mm
Weight	194g
Splash Proof	IP67
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	Yes
Model Number	A1984
User Manual	Apple iPhone XR User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Great photos and videos

• Face ID

• Wireless charging

• Best iPhone battery life

• Excellent performance with A12 Chip

Cons

• Display is not great

• Lower res screen

• No 3D touch

• No dual lens

Apple iPhone X Used

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AT&T

Storage

64GB

Condition

Used

Price

$297

MSRP: $999

4/5

8 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Apple iPhone X (Refurbished)	64GB	$299

Device Specs

Screen Size	5.8"
Screen Resolution	2436 x 1125 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Apple A11 Bionic pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 256GB
Operating System	iOS 11
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	7MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 21 hours
Dimensions	143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm
Weight	174g
Splash Proof	IP67
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	Yes
Model Number	A1901
User Manual	Apple iPhone X User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Fast processor

• Facial recognition

• Excellent screen

• Impressive battery life

Cons

• No fast charging plug included

• Expensive price tag

• No home button

Apple iPhone XS Used

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Network

T-Mobile

Storage

64GB

Condition

Used

Price

$341

MSRP: $999

4/5

5 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Apple iPhone XS (Refurbished)	64GB	$342

Device Specs

Screen Size	5.8"
Screen Resolution	2436 x 1125 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Apple A12 Bionic pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 256GB, 512GB
Operating System	iOS 12
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	7MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 20 hours
Dimensions	143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7mm
Weight	177g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	Yes
Model Number	A1920
User Manual	Apple iPhone XS User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Great build and durability

• Good speakers

• Improved duel camera

• Faster Face ID

Cons

• Expensive

• Average battery life

• Glass front and back prone to damage

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Best used Samsung phones

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Used

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Network

Verizon

Storage

64GB

Condition

Used

Price

$102

MSRP: $725

5/5

6 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy S8 (Refurbished)	64GB	$110

Device Specs

Screen Size	5.8"
Screen Resolution	2960 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	No pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 835 pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Operating System	Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	8MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 20 hours
Dimensions	148.9 x 68.1 x 8mm
Weight	155g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-G950U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy S8 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Excellent camera

• Large and amazing display

• Headphone jack

• MicroSD Support

Cons

• Poor Battery life

• Badly placed fingerprint sensor

• Fragile

Samsung Galaxy S9 Used

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Network

Unlocked

Storage

64GB

Condition

Used

Price

$121

MSRP: $719

5/5

6 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy S9 (Refurbished)	64GB	$121
Samsung Galaxy S9 (Unlocked)	64GB	$399

Device Specs

Screen Size	5.8"
Screen Resolution	2960 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 845 pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Operating System	Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	8MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Dimensions	147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5mm
Weight	163g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-G960U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy S9 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Good quality speakers

• Quality still and video quality

• Fast processor

• Amazing AMOLED screen

Cons

• No change with design

• Expensive

• Only 720p resolution

Samsung Galaxy S10 Used

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Network

AT&T

Storage

128GB

Condition

Used

Price

$161

MSRP: $899

5/5

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy S10 (Refurbished)	128GB	$204
Samsung Galaxy S10 (Unlocked)	128GB	$499

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.1"
Screen Resolution	3040 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 855 pixels
Internal Memory	128GB, 512GB
Operating System	Android 9.0 (Pie)
Back Camera	12MP, 12MP, 16MP (Triple)
Front Camera	10MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	4K, FHD, HD
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 34 hours
Standby Time	Up to 3.67 days
Dimensions	149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8mm
Weight	157 g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-G973U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy S10 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Compact size

• Amazing photo and video quality

• Stunning display

• Reverse wireless charging

Cons

• Fingerprint reader accuracy

• Average battery life

• No auto focus on Ultra wide camera

• Slow charging

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G Used

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Network

Verizon

Storage

128GB

Condition

Used

Price

$375

MSRP: $999

4/5

6 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy S20 (Refurbished)	128GB	$441
Samsung Galaxy S20 (Unlocked)	128GB	$699
Samsung Galaxy S20 (AT&T)	128GB	$529
Samsung Galaxy S20 (T-Mobile)	128GB	$699

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.2"
Screen Resolution	3200 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 865 pixels
Internal Memory	128GB
Operating System	Android 10.0
Back Camera	12MP, 12MP, 64MP (Triple)
Front Camera	10MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	4K, FHD, HD
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 28 hours
Standby Time	Up to 10 days
Dimensions	151.7 x 69.1 x 7.9mm
Weight	163g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	Yes
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy S20 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Excellent camera

• Brilliant screen

• 5G Connectivity

Cons

• Expensive

• Supports slower 5G

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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Used

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Network

T-Mobile

Storage

64GB

Condition

Used

Price

$187

MSRP: $930

5/5

4 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy Note8 (Refurbished)	64GB	$190

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.3"
Screen Resolution	2960 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	No pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 835 pixels
Internal Memory	64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Operating System	Android 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	8MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 22 hours
Dimensions	162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6mm
Weight	195g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-N950U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy Note8 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Two cameras take fantastic pictures

• MicroSD expansion

• 6GB of RAM

• Amazing design and build

Cons

• Badly placed fingerprint reader

• Quite big and heavy

• Speaker is weak

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Used

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Network

Unlocked

Storage

128GB

Condition

Used

Price

$203

MSRP: $1,000

4/5

5 User Reviews

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy Note9 (Refurbished)	128GB	$203

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.4"
Screen Resolution	2960 x 1440 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Snapdragon 845 pixels
Internal Memory	128GB, 512GB
Operating System	Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Back Camera	12MP
Front Camera	8MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, 4K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 22 hours
Dimensions	161.8 x 76.5 x 8.9mm
Weight	201g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-N960U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy Note9 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Excellent battery life

• High end build

• Great camera performance

• Beautiful 6.4 inch Infinity display

• Good storage options

Cons

• Expensive

• Heavy

• Lacks Android 9.0 Pie

• Too many small upgrades

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Used

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Network

Verizon

Storage

256GB

Condition

Used

Price

$330

MSRP: $949

5/5

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy Note10 (Refurbished)	256GB	$330

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.3"
Screen Resolution	2280 x 1080 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	7nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor pixels
Internal Memory	256GB
Operating System	Android 9.0
Back Camera	16MP Ultra Wide, 12MP Wide-angle, 12MP Telephoto
Front Camera	10MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	4K, FHD, HD
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 35.38 hours
Standby Time	Up to 12.6 days
Dimensions	151 x 71.8 x 7.9mm
Weight	168g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	Nano
eSIM	No
Model Number	SM-N970U
User Manual	Samsung Galaxy Note10 User Manual

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Bright OLED screen

• Excellent battery life

• Great sounding speakers

• Great image quality from camera

• Generous 256GB storage

Cons

• No headphone jack

• Night Mode needs work

• Ultra-wide angle camera lacks autofocus

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Used

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Network

T-Mobile

Storage

128GB

Condition

Used

Price

$599

4/5

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Device	Storage	Price
Samsung Galaxy Note20 (Refurbished)	128GB	$495
Samsung Galaxy Note20 (Unlocked)	128GB	$949
Samsung Galaxy Note20 (Verizon)	128GB	$1,199
Samsung Galaxy Note20 (T-Mobile)	128GB	$949

Device Specs

Screen Size	6.7"
Screen Resolution	2400 x 1080 pixels
HDR Screen	Yes pixels
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus pixels
Internal Memory	128GB
Operating System	Android 10
Back Camera	12MP Ultra Wide, 12MP Wide-angle, 64MP Telephoto
Front Camera	10MP
HDR for Photos	Yes
Video Resolution	HD, FHD, 4K UHD, 8K
Wireless Charging	Yes

Voice Commands	Yes
Talk Time	Up to 34 hours
Standby Time	Up to 11.8 days
Dimensions	161.6 x 75.2 x 8.3mm
Weight	194g
Splash Proof	IP68
Water Resistant	Yes
WiFi & 4G Calling	Yes
GPS	Yes
SIM Card	nano
eSIM	Yes

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cons

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Used cell phone benefits

Even at a discount, a smartphone is a considerable investment. Take these factors into account when looking for used cell phones for sale:

• Warranty: Some sellers, like Gazelle, offer a 30-day warranty on their products. Others, like Swappa, don't offer this service.
• Returns: Most used phone marketplaces offer a 30-day no-fuss return policy for peace of mind. Some offer as long as 90 days to return your device.
• Shipping & Handling: This is typically included for free.
• Certification: Gazelle and Decluttr put their phones through rigorous tests before being sent out, similar to the way used car dealers inspect vehicles.
• Insurance: Third-party insurance companies like SquareTrade offer coverage on any phone, new or used. The cost is typically under $10 per month.
• Smartphone financing: Gazelle allows you to pay monthly if you choose, through a third-party financier called Affirm. This option is rarely a good deal as you'll typically pay high-interest rates. It's much better to simply pay in full.

Best places to buy used phones

1. Backmarket
2. Decluttr
3. Gazelle
4. Glyde
5. Swappa

Considerations when comparing used phones

Once you've decided where you want to buy your phone, use the following tips to choose a model.

• Compatibility: There are two different technologies used in smartphones - GSM and CDMA (GSM - T-Mobile & AT&T, CDMA - Verizon & Sprint). While some phones can operate on both types of networks you'll have the best compatibility if you match the phone to the network's technology.
• Unlocking your phones: Most smartphones come locked to their carrier. The only exception is Verizon - most of their devices come already unlocked. If you do have a locked phone, however, it's not difficult to learn how to unlock it.
• Comparing prices: You could jump around from site to site to find the best deal or you could just use our price comparison engine.
• Consider timing: People are eager to get rid of their old device so they can get their hands on the new one. So the best time to buy an iPhone 7 is when the iPhone 8 releases.
• Consider depreciation: Just like cars, some brands hold their value better than others. When buying a phone consider that Apple iPhones depreciate less than all other brands, followed by Samsung Galaxy.
• Pro Tip: There isn't much of a second-hand market for brands outside of Apple, Samsung, and Google. It's worth sticking with one of the big guns.

Sell your old phone for cash online

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