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iPhone 16 (128GB): new vs used
What a used or refurbished iPhone 16 (128GB) costs compared with buying it new, and the checks worth doing before you pay.
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Used price spread on eBay
Before you buy a used iPhone 16 (128GB)
- Run the IMEI to confirm it is unlocked and not blacklisted
- Ask for a screenshot of Battery Health in Settings
- Make sure Find My is off and the phone is signed out of iCloud
- Look for 'Unknown Part' notices under Settings > General > About
- Check that Camera Control responds to both presses and swipes
New, used or refurbished?
Buy new if you want the full warranty, a guaranteed battery and an easy return, or if the used saving shown above is small. Buy used when the gap is large and the seller has strong feedback and a return policy. Refurbished sits in the middle: a few dollars more than used, usually with a warranty and a tested unit.
For the full Amazon vs eBay picture, including new prices and the price history, see the iPhone 16 (128GB) price comparison.
Questions
How much cheaper is a used iPhone 16 (128GB)?
The calculator on this page compares the cheapest new price with the median used price on eBay from the latest daily check. The saving moves with the market, so check the date shown next to the numbers.
Is refurbished better than used for the iPhone 16 (128GB)?
Refurbished units are usually inspected and come with a seller or program warranty, so they cost a little more than plain used ones. If the price gap is small, refurbished is often the safer buy.