Savings is real, but there is a golden rule that you must know so as not to pay more

If it were not for the money, we would love to have the complete catalog of the Apple website, right? From the Max Airpods to a Mac Studio and an iPad to play comfortable at home. And of course, that the iPhone 16 pro max does not miss. However, Life is not so easy and we always have to look for that balance Between what we buy, what we want and what we can really afford.

It is here that any savings that serve us to buy an Apple device is more than welcome. On the one hand, we know that we have the return to school, at which time Apple is now giving away some AirPods in summer, in addition to offering interesting discounts. That’s great, but … What are other ways to save?

The first is to compare prices in different shops: Apple Store, Amazon, Mediamarkt … You know. But there is another option that many overlooks: buy reconditioned products. And many do not know, because Apple has it very hidden on its website. But yes, Apple sells reconditioned products and with great discounts.

Below … well, a little below. There are Apple’s reconditioned on their website.

Although on other occasions we have talked about Back Market and other similar platforms, Apple reconditioned products are special and are up to what you would expect from a company like Apple. Because a reconditioned is not the same, than a second -hand product with a tuning.

Yo Personally I bought three devices here: Two Mac and an iPad. Unfortunately I don’t have them with me, nor have I photos of them. But I can only have good words for these products. During my time working in an Apple distributor, many people asked us for them. They also ask me on my social networks and, of course, in Applesfera, consultations arrive on this issue.

First-hand I’m going to tell you what differences havewhat makes them unique and, above all, where they are and if it really is worth it. Because, let’s be honest, Apple also plays a lot with prices and you have to have an eye: sometimes Apple’s reconditioned products They can be even more expensive than a new product In another store.

Why Apple’s reconditioned are different

The main difference of Apple’s reconditioned products is that the guarantee is directly with them. One year warrantyyes, but we all know how good Apple’s guarantee works. So this is a point in favor.

In addition, these reconditioned products can also be hired Applecare+ to expand the guarantee. This means that you not only have the standard guarantee of one year, but You can extend it With the same premium coverage you would have on a new device.

And then there is the state of the device. We are used to seeing products reconditioned from other companies that have clearly been used: Someone has sold them after using them for a while. It shows that it is a device used and subsequently reconditioned.

Nothing happens if you know and the price blocks you, but 100% of the reconditioned products I have used to Apple are completely renewed and, sincerely, completely new. They have no sign of use.

They come to you in a different box, yes: a whiter, more generic box. But neither a scratch on the screen, nor any notch, nI even the typical dust that appears when you simply open the boxYou see that it is not the color you expected and you have to return it. It is impressive how they manage to assemble it again.

The pieces are all original Apple

A fundamental aspect that distinguishes these products is that all the parts used are original Apple. Besides, The company replaces all batteries For completely new, which means you are buying a device like new.

On other reconditioned websites, although prices can be cheaper than Apple, it is common to find products with batteries already used or screens with some type of brand or wear. However, lOS Reconditioned from Apple are identical to those who have left a new box. Accompanied by a return guarantee and a full year of official guarantee.

Where do these reconditioned come from?

Although Apple does not share the origin of its reconditioned products, logic tells us that the only way the company has to get these devices (or rather, to give them out) is through returns.

Its returns policy allows customers to return any product, regardless of the reason. These returns may be due to changes of opinioncolor, capacity, compatibility problems, or simply because the product did not meet expectations.

Instead of discarding these perfectly functional devices, Apple submits them to a rigorous renewal process. In this way, products that technically cannot be sold as “new” They find a second chance in the reconditioned market.

How to buy on the Apple reconditioned website

But of course, you have to know how to compare prices and, above all, where to find this website, because it is very hidden. To access Apple’s reconditioned products you have several options. The most direct way is to go directly to:

But you can also find it navigating the official website:

• In computer: If you sail at all on the Apple page, you will see that a link to “reconditioned” appears.
• On mobile: If you go down at all in the Apple Store section, the option also appears.

The golden rule for good savings: compare prices

Although prices may seem very juicy on the Apple website, they look at other options.

In Spain you have to compare:

• The normal Apple website
• The Apple website reconditioned
• All distributors: K-Tuin, Rossellimac, PC Components, Macnifices, Mediamarkt
• Amazon, who has incredible prices
• You can also compare other reconditioned websites, but keep in mind that it will not be a product generally as new as Apple’s

I give you a practical example: Normally on Amazon or distributors you can find discounts on large campaigns such as summer or Black Friday. In fact, the iPhone 15 is on Amazon or K-Tuin at 739 euros new, and on the Apple reconditioned website at 729 euros. It is clear that For ten euros, in this case, it does not compensate Apple’s reconditioned website.

On the other hand, here are a case in which I consider that the Apple reconditioner compensates: There are about 200 euros saving for the same product, and that in the official distributor is already reduced. If not, it would be more.

Checklist to buy Apple reconditioned

✅ Always compare prices in multiple stores before buying
🔍 Check the official Apple website reconditioned
🏪 Competara Precios and Amazon, MediaMarkt, K-garden, Rossellimac …
📦 Remember that it comes in a generic white box, but the product is like new
🔋 All batteries are new in Apple’s reconditioned
📞 1 year warranty directly with Apple, expandable with Applecare

With this method and following the golden rule to always compare, I get very good chollos Without giving up Apple’s quality. This has allowed me to change my products more often without paying so much money.

The key is to be strategic with purchases. Know when Apple’s reconditioned really offer an advantage over the offers of new products, know where to look for and, above all, get out of hurry.

My final advice is that you are not afraid to prove this option. Apple’s reconditioned maintain all brand quality standards, with the possibility of expanding the guarantee through AppleCare+ and with a return policy that allows you to return the product If you do not meet what you thought. A great way to get exactly what we want, but paying a lower price. Because, who likes to pay more?

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