Our Grading Standards
Buy with Confidence
At Backed Buy, every refurbished phone undergoes a comprehensive 90-point inspection by our trained technicians before it’s approved for sale.
All devices are:
- Fully tested and certified
- Securely data wiped
- 100% functional
- Fitted with original manufacturer parts only
- Supplied with a FREE 12-month warranty
- Ready to use straight out of the box
The only difference between our grades is the cosmetic condition. Every phone performs to the same high standard.
Premium
Our Premium grade offers the closest experience to buying a brand-new device.
Condition
- Flawless appearance with no visible signs of use
- Screen is free from scratches and marks
- Frame and rear housing are in immaculate condition
Includes
- 100% original manufacturer parts
- Battery health of 95% or higher
- Passed our comprehensive 90-point inspection
- FREE 12-month warranty
Perfect for customers who want a phone that looks as good as new.
Excellent
Our Excellent grade offers outstanding value while maintaining exceptional quality.
Condition
- Excellent cosmetic condition
- Very minor signs of previous use may be visible on close inspection
- Screen is in excellent condition with little to no visible wear
- Frame or rear housing may have light cosmetic marks
Includes
- 100% original manufacturer parts
- Minimum battery health of 85%
- Passed our comprehensive 90-point inspection
- FREE 12-month warranty
An excellent choice if you’re looking to save money without compromising on performance.
Our Promise
We believe buying refurbished should be simple and transparent. That’s why every device is professionally inspected, accurately graded and backed by our warranty, so you know exactly what to expect before your order arrives.