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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID, AVOID, AVOID THIS DUBAI COMPANY AT ALL COSTS if your lucky you will receive faulty not fit for purpose IPhones, no signal (due to internal Antenna broken) screen freezes randomly and best of it... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bought a pixel10 refurbished, so far its been great, like new and in better than expected condition.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered an Apple Watch 2SE cellular for my daughter for Xmas for £160, when it turned up I was suspicious as the phone had a ticket inside for £100. Booted it up and realised it was the cheaper GPS mo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a Samsung Galaxy S24 from Phonesrefurb and honestly wasn’t sure what to expect, but it turned out to be a really good experience. The phone came quicker than I thought and looked way better th... See more

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Company details

  1. Electronics Store
  2. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service
  3. Electronics Company
  4. Online Marketplace

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Welcome to Phonesrefurb.com, the ultimate destination for refurbished electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, laptops, smartwatches, and tablets. Our UK-based company, PHONESREFURB LTD, was established in 2022 with a commitment to offering top-quality products at affordable prices. We sell refurbished and used mobile phones, laptops, headphones, and other gadgets. All our products undergo thorough testing to ensure proper functionality and zero damage. When you shop at Phonesrefurb.com, you can rest assured that you’re buying a reliable item.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

STAY AWAY

Not pleased long wait for delivery,
broken seals and broken boxes,
dirty mobile
no cable for buds,
no serial number on buds.
Serial numbers don't match item vs box.

No customer service - was told a call from their team but still no call,!
No web chat service

No returns address and when asked 4 times email reply was check policy page which has no return address.

I want a refund now. And take this rubbish back.

11 October 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for sharing your review. While we appreciate your feedback, we respectfully disagree with some of your points.

Your order was delivered within the stated timeframe of six days and was, in fact, completed within five business days.

You provided images upon our request, and no dirt or damage was visible.

Our policies are clearly outlined on our website, and live chat support is available for any inquiries. If you are eligible for a refund, it will be processed once the item is returned according to our return policy.

Please note that all items undergo thorough inspection for authenticity and quality. As per our records, you received the original product in pristine condition, just as described.

No further response on this platform. You know where to reach us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have just received my parcel today

I have just received my parcel today, I purchased macbook m1 with 8gb + 256gb, despite reading previous reviews I decided to make my purchase and I was not disappointed, no tax, no issue, battery is also healthy on my macbook. I am a happy student.

12 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for reviewing us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

General service and delivery is good

General service and delivery is good, I was taxed €10 by customs. The item is excellent and very clean.

5 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you’re happy with the item and found it in excellent, clean condition. 😊

We apologize for the customs tax you encountered, as this can sometimes happen depending on the shipping destination. We’re constantly working to provide the best service and delivery experience possible.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. We appreciate your purchase and look forward to serving you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've had slightly mixed experience

I've had slightly mixed experience, although not bad I wish things could have been better. I ordered iPhone 15 pro max blue but I got the titanium, however the device is excellent and I am satisfied with the price point.

8 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re glad to hear that you’re satisfied with the quality of the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the price point. 😊

We apologize for the mix-up with the color. While we’re happy the device is working great for you, we understand how important it is to receive exactly what was ordered. Your feedback helps us improve, and we’ll make sure to prevent such issues in the future.

If there’s anything else we can do for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had i know I would have opted for £10…

Had i know I would have opted for £10 shipping fee, because my delivery arrived 3 weeks later. I concluded i was scammed and finally here is my item at my door step 😅. So I like the fact that the item advertised is correct and excatly what I got.

Hopefully delivery speed is improved because this company has lots of great potential and price

1 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your honest feedback! We’re glad to hear that you received the item you ordered and that it met your expectations. 😊

We sincerely apologize for the long delivery time, and we understand how frustrating it can be to wait. Your experience is important to us, and we are actively working to improve our shipping speeds.

We appreciate your kind words about our potential and pricing, and we hope to exceed your expectations in the future. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your support!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I bought a ps5 from Phonesrefurb

I bought a ps5 from Phonesrefurb, great console, it looks like new. I had some signing issues but the support team was able to resolve my problem in 3 days. Worth a review.

10 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying your PS5 and that it arrived looking like new. 😊

It’s great to know that our support team was able to assist you with the signing issues promptly. We strive to provide quick and effective solutions for our customers.

We truly appreciate your positive feedback and recommendation. If you need anything else or have further questions, feel free to reach out. Enjoy your gaming!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Most importantly the mobile I ordered…

Most importantly the mobile I ordered is original, everything works great but the charge is aftermarket. I bought the flip 3

25 August 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you’re happy with your original Flip 3 and that everything is working great. 😊

We appreciate you pointing out the aftermarket charger, as we aim to provide high-quality accessories. Your input is valuable and helps us improve our offerings.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your purchase, and enjoy your new device!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Decent purchase and as good as…

Decent purchase and as good as advertised. What I didn't like in particular is the slow delivery time. I order a steamdeck olde version.

6 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you found your Steam Deck to be as good as advertised. 😊

We sincerely apologize for the slow delivery time you experienced. We understand how important timely shipping is, and we’re continuously working to improve our delivery processes.

If you have any questions or need assistance in the future, please feel free to reach out. We appreciate your support and hope to serve you better next time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Expectation was high and in reality it…

Expectation was high and in reality it was like so, glad my order for the samsung galaxy flip 5 arrived in excellent condition. Delivery was a bit of a pain, i would still recommend shopping here.

18 August 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your Samsung Galaxy Flip 5 arrived in excellent condition. 😊

We understand that the delivery process can sometimes be frustrating, and we appreciate your patience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re committed to improving our shipping times to ensure a better experience for all our customers.

If you have any questions or need assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We appreciate your support!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A worthy satisfaction from a satisfied…

A worthy satisfaction from a satisfied customer. I bought a oneplus 11r, although I got a charger not ment for UK, when I complained about this I was promised a replacement charger which arrived forth night ago.

15 August 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you, we appreciate your review.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered iphone 14 Pro max way back in…

I ordered iphone 14 Pro max way back in June 25th 2024, it's now 10th September and I still haven't received the phone or my £734 money back.. I'm absolutely fuming!!
It's now 7th November five months after they took my £734 and still they refuse to refund my money back even though I didn't receive my order. I beg you don't waste your time and money on these people..

10 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY!!!

What a scam of a company. Don’t fall for the thousands of fake reviews that the owners post, that are very clearly copied and pasted, stay clear!!

I made an order in April, and realised 3 days after ordering that this would not be turning up. I asked for a refund and received a reply on the same day stating that this would be taken care of ‘promptly’. I provided all the relevant information and never received a reply after this.

Action fraud weren’t able to look at the claim, so if the business owners don’t do the right thing and refund my £569, this will be taken to the small claims court (not like they’ll pay then anyway, so I’m reluctant to waste my hard earned money on the court fee).

Avoid this company! They use Volt for payment, which does a direct bank transfer, so you can’t even make a claim through your bank.

Stop scamming innocent people who earn their money in an honourable way rather than taking it from others.

30 April 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a rose gold Apple Watch…

Ordered a rose gold Apple Watch advertised with original packaging for my wife’s birthday. we did receive a watch but it’s silver and wrapped in bubble wrap.
Emailed to request a refund as it isn’t as shown on their website.
Now saying we’ve got the watch and it’s as shown on website which is incorrect as it’s a diffferent colour.
Now saying will take 5 days to review.
* update. I’ve noted on all Phones Refurb replies they dispute what customers say and basically say you are lying. I did not order a white and silver watch, we ordered a rose gold watch as we have documented in our emails to you. As I have documented to you what I ordered and what we received which is a completely different colour.

Also have a U.K. phone number and email when in fact all items sent from UAE.

4 September 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your review, but this is completely false saying you order gold when you already confirmed you ordered white?

We see we interacted with you appropriatelyand timely, you have ordered an white Apple watch in white as shown during on your invoice and email and you confirmed you order a white.

You got the correct order based on your selection and as said we will review based on our policy.

No further replies or response will be provided on a third party platform, we are available via our official channel.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hello everyone

Hello everyone, my item finally arrived after 13 good days, although the delivery was slow to Germany, it is acceptable and delivery came by DHL, i have a problem with the charger but phonesrefurb has sent me another charger.

Good place to shop for anyone looking for a decent priced phone

11 August 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Its a pity that I cannot give negatie stars

Its a pity that I cannot give negative stars on this platform. This "company" is an absolute scam. I found out too late, but to warn other customers I am writing this review. They ignored my wish to cancel my order (I canceled it before shipment) and instead they sent me a fake tracking code. Stay away from it
Update: I have some good news for people who have been treated like I did, around a month ago bank has returned my money. So don’t loose hope, try to request a chargeback.

23 August 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your comments, it is misleading to think or come close to saying you were giving a tracking number not working.

Looking at your email communication, you did not cancel your order, you clearly didn't follow the time frame based on businsss hours, hence you blame us for your own lack of readability

We see we communicated clearly with you on all levels, we will see about your update when your order is delivered and be sure to come back Here to update your reviews.

No further reply on this place, you know where to reach us at all time.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Delivery is a bit inaccurate however…

Delivery is a bit inaccurate however the product is clean and as described, i double checked to ensure my iPhone 15 plus is original.

Overal the service is excellent.

2 August 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your reveiw, this helps us improve and we hope we can make a better experience on your next visit.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Been month and still no word

Your not even replying to us now !! Fake number and your disrespectful comments here really contradicts your ' pristine customer service ! ' you can't tell people not to use chargeback because there's nothing being said regarding these huge delays anywhere apart from ' the small print ' get real! Your model is advertise and allow customers to buy products you still don't have in stock ! As there is zero evidence of anything positive dealing with such a shambles of a business. Getting fake tracking numbers and we are fed up! It has caused arguments ! If only I seen the reviews and the company trying to play checkers...STAY WELL AWAY

29 July 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your review, we do not recognize you making a purchase from us.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Dreadful Customer Service - Requesting ID for a online transaction???

When I ordered a refurbished Apple Watch 2 Ultra, the site indicated it would be delivered within a week of purchase. However, after a week passed without any updates, I emailed the company to inquire about the delivery status. In response, they asked me to provide proof that the card used for the purchase was mine. I found this request strange, especially since the charge had already been verified by AMEX, and I’ve never been asked to provide ID to a merchant for an online purchase before.

I responded to their email, expressing my discomfort with sending them my ID, given that AMEX had already completed the security checks. They replied, claiming that their payment processor had flagged the transaction and required additional documentation from me. I again refused to send my ID, but they insisted, stating it would prevent delays, and ended the email with, "I strongly urge you to furnish the required ID proof at your earliest convenience." After I didn’t reply, they sent a gentle follow-up reminder.

I then decided to contact their payment processor directly to verify what Phonesrefurb was telling me. The payment processor informed me that they didn’t need any information from me—only proof of invoice and shipping from Phonesrefurb. The representative also mentioned that it was unusual for a merchant to ask the consumer for such information.

I emailed Phonesrefurb again, expressing my concern that they were repeatedly requesting my ID. Now that the situation was clarified, I asked them to proceed with the delivery. Phonesrefurb replied, stating they had provided the necessary evidence to their payment processor. They also warned that if I initiated a dispute or chargeback, they would pursue all necessary actions. Despite this, they continued to insist that their request for my ID was due to a requirement from the payment processor, who had flagged the transaction for reasons unknown to them.

Finally, about 2-3 weeks after placing the order, my watch arrived in good condition. However, even though I was told shipping was free, the item was held at the post office, and I had to pay a fee to receive it. I also questioned why they mentioned pursuing all necessary actions when I never implied that I would file a complaint or chargeback.

22 April 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your review. Please note that we reserve the right to request information when necessary to protect our customers from fraudulent transactions.

It seems you had concerns despite your item arriving in pristine condition, exactly as described.

By proceeding with your purchase, you agreed to our terms and conditions, including any potential additional fees.

Your claim of dreadful customer service is unfounded, as our records show that we responded to your inquiries promptly.

We encourage all customers to thoroughly review our policies before making a purchase.

This platform is not one we typically engage with; please feel free to contact us through our official channels if you need further assistance.

No further response will be provided on this matter.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not a professional company, like dealing with a bloke down the pub

First off do not be fooled this is a British company just because they have a London address.
I needed a Galaxy Fold for an 18th Birthday present, so I contacted them and asked if I ordered tonight would I get it within two weeks, I was told 4-5 days delivery.
Ordered that night and was surprised that I had a dispatch message four days later but was dispatched from the Arab Emerates!
3 days before the birth nothing had moved on the tracking so I emailed company and got a reply "Based on the current tracking, everything seems to be on track for delivery." which obviously it wasn't.
Birthday came and went and I had to purchase a phone locally to meet the deadline.
The phone arrived and although I had ordered a black one it was cream but because I didn't need the phone I was not bothered, I also had to pay further import duties.
Their website says they "We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not satisfied, you can return the product to us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. The returned product must be in its original condition with all tags attached."
So I was sure there would be no issue in returning the device, I WAS WRONG!
Used the online chat and the person tried their hardest to tell me that they would not accept returns because the colour was wrong or the delivery was late.
I told them regardless of colour or delivery I was not satisfied and as stated on the website I could return the phone.
After a lot of discussion they told me to email their service@ and things would be sorted.
This I did and had an email saying to send pictures of the device so they could process the return.
Two weeks later despite a number of emails requesting an update nothing has happened and I doubt if anything will.
So if you are happy to take the plunge without any guarantee order from them, if you are expecting a level of customer service you get from most companies DON'T

Regarding your reply, no, your support was not prompt, and still no mention of anyone being able to return if not completely satisfied.
So I repeat what I said anyone that purchases from this company have to realise there is no further customer support once the order has been paid.
Just like buying from a stranger in the pub.

30 July 2024
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Reply from Phonesrefurb

Thank you for your review. Our policies are clear and remain consistent.

You agreed to our terms and conditions both before and after your purchase, where the details, including the color, were explicitly stated. The claim that this is not a British company is baseless and seems to stem from dissatisfaction.

You did not provide clear feedback regarding the quality of the product and service you received.

Our records show that our customer support team responded to you promptly.

Given that you received an item in pristine and immaculate condition, we appreciate all feedback, but we encourage you to ensure your review accurately reflects the nature of the product you received.

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