What is the difference between buying a used unit or a refurbished one? Is one preferable to the other?
1454984
I purchased a refurb for my business and it is in use 24/7 it is performing fine.
1454985
Mine was used and then refurbished with Windows 7, hard drive clean and ready to go. I am thrilled with it, knew there had to be thousands of desk tops out there that people were getting rid of that are perfectly good to use for a basic home office computer. I would say buy one that has been refurbished by a reputable "geek"!! Susan
1454986
It's cheaper and if I got a new unit I couldn't get windows 7 I like reusing items
1454987
Used is just that, someone is selling one they have previously used. A refurbished one has been tweaked by the factory or a certified dealer. Buy the refurbished.
1699756
I had purchased a refurbished phone before and had nothing but problems with it. I would go for the used one.
1981337
yes, but refurbished units have only 90 day's warranty so make sure your's is not a refurbished unit. Once you get the unit, you can call them to register your unit.
1548326
It depends, you can get it brand new or used or refurbished, you have several buying options, you can choose where it says ¨buy new from¨ and they should be brand new.
171762
Some refurbuished products may have been repaired and some may just have been returned for no functional reason. There's no real way of knowing. But, in general, I'd say the extra warranty period is worth the small price difference. Now if the refurb cost 50% less, that might be a differnt story.
1076056
Unless it says it's refurbished, then it is new. We ordered one last year and received a new one.
1397331
I bought this item new (and it is a Dyson) and I love it. You would have to contact Dyson or the seller to see what, if any, guarantee there would be on a refurbished item. I wasn't aware Dyson sold refurbished products. I have the fan/ heater and their sweeper and both are worth every penny I paid for them. PP
1141071
The one I bought was new but many refurbished items have factory warranties. Check Carefully before you buy.
1763379
I have had very good luck with refurbished PCs. They are checked out and cleaned and have a fresh copy of Windows. With used, you never know quite what you are getting.I've been amazed at the quality of the refurbished equipment I've been able to find on Amazon at ridiculously low prices Make sure you thorougly research which model you buy, though.
1658871
I take a different point of view than most of the other responders. I would NEVER buy a refurb as my primary computer, but if you're looking at a system for gaming or music, then a refurb is fine. I do agree, though, to stick with a manufacturer-refurbed unit.
2076420
As far as my research went... The cheaper one could be an older model, refurbished or an open box item (meaning it was returned).
1466242
Not 100% sure because the one that I ordered was refurbished. But I seem to remember it being on warrantee for one year.
142118
Used Like new most times means open box unit and seller cannot place marketing price on it anymore. Simple! I only buy Used like new because it is way cheaper and has 0.0001% difference from brand new.. i bought a 54" plasma used like new and it was in original everything..prolly some customer opened it and put it back in the box..lol..thanks warehouse!!I know this is a very old post..but for people still wondering in 2011 here you go..
142879
First and foremost is price. Unless you just absolutely have to have the latest and greatest computer on the market, I have always bought refurbished. Some may have a few scratches, nicks, or minor dents, but mine set inside an enclosure on my desk, so I don't see them. The hard drive has been reformatted to get rid of the prior owners information and the unit has been checked out to ensure it operates correctly. Over the past 15 years, I have purchased 5 refurbed units, 3 for myself and two for my son. We have never had any problems. Hope this helps.
1479957
I'm sure that there is a cord that comes with the refurbished unit. If its new you get an extra cord and a 1/4 adapter.
1666573
I buy all my photo equipment and power tools "Refurbished" whenever it is available. The reason is that the refurbished item is inspected and tested in every way before it is offered back to the public. I have never received a refurbished item that had any issues mechanically or cosmetic. On the other hand, I have frequently had to return "New" items for not working as they should. For me, Refurbished is BETTER than new.
1484585
Mine was "like new" and I can only say how happy I have been with it. :-)I have purchased a number of refurbished products over the years and rarely - rarely - have I been disappointed!I also know of some that have not worked for friends; but rather than "going back" for another, they chose to go "new."We all have different levels of acceptability or patience. I do expect the units I get to work as if they were new! I understand the "refurbished" moniker and feel it is a great way to "sell" an "almost new" unit. Good luck with yours, if you choose one! Mine was "like new" and I can only say how happy I have been with it. :-)I have purchased a number of refurbished products over the years and rarely - rarely - have I been disappointed!I also know of some that have not worked for friends; but rather than "going back" for another, they chose to go "new."We all have different levels of acceptability or patience. I do expect the units I get to work as if they were new! I understand the "refurbished" moniker and feel it is a great way to "sell" an "almost new" unit.... » Read More Mine was "like new" and I can only say how happy I have been with it. :-)I have purchased a number of refurbished products over the years and rarely - rarely - have I been disappointed!I also know of some that have not worked for friends; but rather than "going back" for another, they chose to go "new."We all have different levels of acceptability or patience. I do expect the units I get to work as if they were new! I understand the "refurbished" moniker and feel it is a great way to "sell" an "almost new" unit. Good luck with yours, if you choose one! « Show Less