Black Friday is the perfect time to upgrade, and this year refurbished phones are stealing the spotlight.

Our range of refurbished phones offer flagship performance, are professionally tested by the experts at musicMagpie, and come with a 12-month warranty, charging cable, and SIM pin, making them feel almost like new.

With different grades — Premium, Pristine, Very Good, and Good — it’s important to know which one fits your budget and needs.

Here’s your guide to choosing a refurbished phone this Black Friday and getting the best balance of price, appearance, and performance.

What do refurbished phone grades mean?

Not all refurbs are the same, and understanding the difference will help you land the best deal for your budget. Here’s the breakdown:

Premium refurbished:

Think: “Is this even used?”. Premium-grade phones are flawless, and look incredibly close to being brand new. No visible marks unless you’re practically using a microscope.

Internally, they’ve passed every diagnostic, battery health is excellent and 90%+, and performance is pratically perfect. For buyers who want a “new phone experience” without the new-phone price.

Pristine refurbished:

Pristine phones are just a step down from premium — still stunning, with only ultra-minor signs of previous use.

Each device is in excellent working order with a battery health of 80% or more. They're top-quality phones that perform like new, giving you a reliable, high-value device at an unbeatable price.

Very Good refurbished:

These phones are in very good cosmetic condition, showing only light signs of everyday use, such as tiny scuffs or faint scratches.

They're fully tested, with battery health of 80%+, and all features work perfectly. If you care more about functionality than flawless appearance, this grade delivers excellent performance and serious value.

Good refurbished:

Good-condition refurbished phones show visible signs of wear and tear, such as scratches or slight cosmetic marks, but have been fully tested and are in great working order with battery health of 80%+.

They're perfect for anyone who values functionality over flawless appearance and wants a reliable device with a little character.

Why buy a refurbished phone this Black Friday?

Refurbished phones give you access to premium devices at a fraction of the cost of buying new. You get flagship performance, reliable battery life, and all the latest features, all while keeping the costs down.

Every refurbished device undergoes rigorous testing to ensure they work perfectly. From diagnostics to battery checks and performance testing, you can be confident your phone is ready to go straight out of the box.

All refurbs come with a 12-month warranty, so if anything goes wrong, you’re covered. It’s the reassurance of a new phone without the full price tag.

They also come with a charging cable and SIM pin, so you’re ready to start using it immediately. Plus, we'll also throw in a free gifts like phone cases, fast chargers, and screen protector with selected phones.

Upgrade your phone this Black Friday.

Each phone is fully tested and ready to use, giving you confidence and convenience with every purchase. Check out our range of refurbished phones before these Black Friday deals disappear.