What Refurbished Really Means and Why It Might Be Your Best Buy

There are many decisions to consider before purchasing a product. Of course, you should consider its price and features. In addition, you may want to think about buying refurbished. Now, you may be thinking, “Doesn’t refurbished mean broken or poor quality?” To answer that question, no, refurbished products do not have worse quality or performance.

In fact, refurbished products may be as good as new products. Furthermore, it can help you save money. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about buying refurbished products.

What Does Refurbished Mean?

To start, let’s explain what refurbished means. Often, individuals will confuse terms such as “pre-owned,” “refurbished,” and “like new.” While they may sound similar, these terms have their differences. By understanding them, you can make a more informed purchase.

Refurbished

Refurbished means that the product was restored to its original, full-working condition. It may have been used or damaged previously. It was then given to the manufacturer or reseller where it was worked on.

It is also important to note that refurbished products have various conditions. As previously stated, it may have been damaged and then fully restored. Alternatively, it could have been previously purchased and returned. Depending on its prior condition, prices may vary.

However, many refurbished products are “certified.” This indicates that the product was rigorously repaired and tested. Certain manufacturers alternate these terms, so it is best to understand them. By doing so, you will know more about potential products.

Pre-Owned

Alternatively, pre-owned means that the item was purchased previously and then returned. While the reseller may have cleaned and tested the product, it was not fully worked on.

Like-New

Finally, like-new products are items that were slightly used and then returned. Typically, “like-new” refers to its look. These products are often in excellent condition with minimal wear and tear or scratches.

Why Buying Refurbished Products Makes Sense

Depending on the circumstance, it may make sense to purchase refurbished products. Since they are not brand-new, they have discounted prices. In addition, if they were properly restored, you probably won’t be able to tell the difference. Here are some factors to consider before purchasing a refurbished product.

Warranty Status

Before buying your project, it’s important to be aware of warranty status. Based on the manufacturer, refurbished products can have varying warranties. For example, refurbished Apple and Samsung products offer 1-year warranty. Alternatively, Dell usually offers a 100-day warranty.

To continue, IT resellers may have their own warranty policies. Rackfinity offers a full one-year warranty on refurbished items. So, if any issue does occur, you will be covered.

Price Comparisons

It is important to note that you should do a price comparison before making a purchase. While refurbished items are cheaper, they may not be significantly cheaper. If the difference is less than $100, it may be best to buy a brand-new item instead. However, for bulk purchases, refurbished may be the way to go.

Confirm the Included Accessories

Save yourself the trouble and confirm that refurbished products arrive with the necessary accessories and components beforehand. If they don’t, you will likely have to spend additional money.

How Rackfinity Can Help Your Business Grow

If you are looking for high-quality IT equipment, look no further than Rackfinity. We are a reputable reseller of tech products from trusted manufacturers such as HP and Kendall Howard. We offer useful items such as rack enclosures, computer accessories, and multifunction printers. In addition, we offer custom design and assembly services. All you need to do is provide an office layout!

To learn more, please call us at 1-800-944-0338. Our office hours are 9 AM to 5 PM CST. We would love to hear from you.