Back Market - United States Reviews 18,830

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Evaluating 3,285 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the ease of purchasing and the quality of the products, often noting that items look and function like new at a significantly lower price. Many appreciate the fast delivery and the clear tracking information provided, making the overall user experience seamless and enjoyable. The ability to choose specific models, colors, and conditions is also highlighted as a positive aspect, with many consumers expressing satisfaction with their purchases and the value received. However, some people mentioned receiving products that were not as described, such as phones with locked networks or lower battery health than guaranteed, leading to frustration and returns. A few other people also felt that some items, even those in 'excellent condition,' had functional issues like blinking screens, overheating, or non-working ports, indicating potential quality control inconsistencies.

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Quality

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was easy to purchase from Back Market and my product arrived as described. I've had my refurbished phone for less than a month so I cannot attest to its longevity but I love the eco-consciousness o... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought an iPhone Se 3 in good condition for well under $140 and it arrived looking very clean. Inside the box was a charging cable and the phone itself. The overall experience was great because I kn... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had nothing but great results buying refurbished devices from Back Market. Latest was an Apple 11 watch. It looks and works like new with a significant savings. It came in the original packagin... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

absolutely fabulous - I bought a mac or Apple M1 Pro for pennies on the dollar. I immediately put it to work, runs beautifully, I am running fast and leaping over tall buildings! I work with large s... See more


Company details

  1. Cell phone recycling and unlocking service
  2. Computer & Accessories store
  3. Electronics store
  4. Online marketplace

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Smartphone made good-as-new and with warranties. Plus hundreds of computers, PS4s, tablets, televisions, etc. 2 day delivery. Refurbished iPhone 6, refurbished Galaxy S6, etc. https://www.backmarket.com/ https://www.backmarket.com/reviews


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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Back Market cares more about the…

Back Market cares more about the bottomline than true customer care. I came to Back Market after hearing good reviews from some peers. I purchased a phone with plans to sell our old phone. Received a phone which arrived quickly. Then...I waited 5 days for the package to arrive to return the old phone. Back Market did not pay enough postage when they shipped the return kit to me, so I had to visit the post office and was required to pay $7.86 to even find out what was in the unlabeled yellow envelope to discover this was the return kit. I contacted Back Market assuming this must have been a mistake. Here is a part of their reply, "The yellow envelope you received with the kit was sent to you as regular mail, and any extra USPS postage charged to release that envelope at the post office is not covered or reimbursable under our trade-in conditions." They are all about company care, not customer care!!

Update: BackMarket asked me to "Please open a claim through your Back Market account by going to "My Orders" → "Ask for help". This is what I did the first time...and none of the results were helpful

19 May 2026
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Reply from Back Market - United States

Hi Matthew,

We're sorry to hear about this experience.

We'd like to take a closer look into what happened with the return kit and postage charges. Please open a claim through your Back Market account by going to "My Orders" → "Ask for help" and selecting the option that best matches the issue. Our team will review the situation and get back to you as soon as possible.

We appreciate your feedback and the opportunity to investigate further.

Best regards,
Back Market Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order

Easy to order, great products, fast delivery, awesome customer service, best prices.
I am very pleased with the whole process. Will buy from this company again. And, it makes me happy to know it helps our planet :=)

15 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Nice phone, but not unlocked as advertised

It's a really nice Glaaxy S20, but it was advertised as unlocked and it's totally locked. Now I'm having to play phone tag with my provider and the other provider toeven figure out if I can unlock it or if I have to return it.

19 May 2026
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Reply from Back Market - United States

Hello There,

We are very sorry to hear about this issue! Can you please update your review with the order number so we can look into this for you? You can also open a claim by:
1. Logging in to your Back Market account
2. Click on "My Orders"
3. Find the order you need help with and click on the "Get help" button next to that order
4. Select the option that best describes why you're reaching out.

We typically respond within 1 business day.
Please let me know if you have any questions in the meantime.

Thank you,
Back Market Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve purchased a few items from back…

I’ve purchased a few items from back market , 6 iPhones, 3 iMac computers,2 ipads,a Mac mini,headphones,key boards ,and a few others and I paid a fraction of what it would have been for new , but when I got all this stuff it was NEW , everyone says the same thing ,I know that everything that I purchased was taken care of by those refurbishes and they did a great job,and over the last five years I have not once bought anything from backmarket that I wasn’t 100% proud to call mine and have told everyone I know about how good everything they sell is backed by a year warranty ,if you’re not happy send it back ,I’ve never had that happen ,it could but i doubt it,you don’t get this great selling bad stuff,and not taking care of your customers,thank you backmarket I’m you’re #1 fan keep it up

19 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The ability to purchase with the…

The ability to purchase with the knowledge my purchase is going to be a lot better than "fair". I have made 3 personal purchases and as a family a total of 5 purchase that everyone is still happy with their choice to buy from Back Market.

7 May 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Account locked with no response from Safety and Security

My Back Market account was locked on May 13 with a vague “fraudulent activity” notice and no explanation. I have two open orders where the carrier miss delivered that cannot move forward while my account is restricted, mind you I can’t personally initiate an investigation but UPS mentioned this has happened in the misdelivered city frequently.

I contacted Safety and Security the same day, as the lock notification instructed. Six business days later, I have not received a single substantive response from that team despite multiple follow-ups.

Customer Care has been polite but has confirmed they cannot help with the lock and must defer to Safety and Security a team that does not respond. I have completed every verification step requested (Onfido identity check, proof of address) and remained cooperative throughout.

I have filed a BBB complaint requesting that Back Market simply respond to my messages and review the restriction. I am not asking for a specific outcome on the cases. I am asking for a response and a manual review.

For a company that markets itself on customer experience, going silent on a locked-out customer for nearly a week is a serious operational failure. Account access should not require an external complaint to get a response.

UPDATE (May 20): Back Market replied to acknowledge the case has been escalated, but my account remains locked and Safety and Security has still not responded directly. Updating this review when the access issue is actually resolved.

10 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Back Market - United States

Hi Leah,

We're very sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating this situation must be.

Please know that your case has already been escalated for review by our Safety & Security team. We understand the delay in communication has been disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused.

We appreciate your patience while this process is completed. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Best regards,
Back Market Customer Care

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Black Market is a company I will use again

Black Market is a company I will use again for my electronic needs. They provide a quality product at a reasonable price. I am friends with individuals who have patronized Black Market and they told me nothing but positive and complimentary experiences they had when they bought products from the site. I have no complaints whatsoever and highly recommend.

11 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great buy

I recently acquired an item from Back Market and am thoroughly satisfied with the experience. The product precisely matched its "like new" description, and I have encountered no issues whatsoever. The transaction process was seamless and efficient. Considering the price point and the quality of the product, I believe it represented excellent value. I would unequivocally choose to make future purchases from this vendor.

8 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

second time buying from Back Market

This is my second time buying from Back Market and I’m very happy with my experience. There’s a good selection of options that are much more affordable so I appreciate the work they do refurbishing electronics!

1 May 2026
Unprompted review

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