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Best refurbished Samsung to buy UK 2026 — all models ranked

June 2026

Why buy a refurbished Samsung?

A refurbished Samsung Galaxy can save you £200–£600 compared to buying new — for a phone that has been professionally tested, reset and in many cases barely used. The refurbished market for Samsung is large and competitive, which means prices are lower and quality has improved significantly.

Best overall: Samsung Galaxy S24

The Galaxy S24 hits the sweet spot of performance, price and longevity. In refurbished Excellent condition it typically costs £200–£280, compared to £799 new at launch. You get a phone that handles everything — gaming, photography, productivity — with seven years of Samsung software updates guaranteed.

Refurbished price range: £200–£280 (Excellent condition)

Best premium: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

If you want the absolute best Samsung experience refurbished, the S24 Ultra is compelling. The built-in S Pen, 200MP camera system, and titanium frame make it a genuinely premium device. In Excellent refurbished condition it costs £450–£550 versus £1,249 new at launch.

Refurbished price range: £450–£550 (Excellent condition)

Best mid-range: Samsung Galaxy S23

The Galaxy S23 refurbished is one of the best value smartphones available in the UK at any price point. Excellent condition prices have fallen to £130–£180 for the standard model.

Refurbished price range: £130–£180 (Excellent condition)

Best foldable: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5

The Z Flip 5 refurbished offers a genuinely different form factor at a more accessible price. In Excellent condition it runs £350–£450, compared to £1,049 new.

Caveat: Always buy foldables from a reputable refurbisher with a warranty — check the hinge condition in the listing.

Refurbished price range: £350–£450 (Excellent condition)

Best budget: Samsung Galaxy A54

For under £130 refurbished, the Galaxy A54 is one of the best Android phones you can buy. It has a 120Hz OLED display, a capable camera, and a large battery. Samsung committed to four years of OS updates.

Refurbished price range: £80–£130 (Excellent condition)

What to check when buying a refurbished Samsung

Battery health — check Settings → Battery and Device Care → Battery. Anything above 85% is good.

Warranty — always buy from a seller offering at least 12 months warranty.

Grade — Excellent or Good condition is right for most buyers.

Network lock — unlocked is always preferable.

Where to buy a refurbished Samsung in the UK

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