Best Refurbished Phones Under £500

What refurbished phone can I get for under £500?

Twenty-four qualify today, from a £129 Pixel 7a to a £475 iPhone 15 Pro. Eight sit between £300 and £499.99, including the Galaxy S26, iPhone 16 and Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Does under £500 include phones below £300?

Yes. Twenty-four phones qualify at £499.99 or less, including everything under £300. Use the price bands to see one range at a time.

Should I buy a recent standard phone or an older Pro model?

It depends whether you photograph things or carry the phone all day. An older Pro or Ultra can bring a more flexible camera, a different display and a larger screen; a recent standard phone can bring a longer support position, less weight and newer connectivity. The comparison above sets two real offers side by side.

Is a refurbished flagship better for me than a new mid-range phone?

Compare the exact models rather than the labels: camera system, display, weight, support position and battery information belong to the phone, not to its price. For the wider question, see our guide to new and refurbished phones.

Which phones under £500 currently receive software and security updates?

Support is taken from the manufacturer's current position for each exact model, with the date we checked it. We do not subtract a year or two from a headline commitment and present the result as a remaining period.

Can I get a telephoto camera under £500?

Yes. Four phones in this band have a telephoto camera and four do not, across every price point. The iPhone 14 Pro Max in the comparison above has a 3x telephoto camera.

Which storage and condition combinations qualify?

The capacity that qualifies is named on every card. On most of these phones the next size up moves the price above £500, so use the Storage and Condition filters to see what fits.

What battery information is available?

We state it per unit, with how it was measured. It is the single most useful fact about an older phone, and the one a cosmetic grade tells you nothing about.

Does cosmetic condition affect functionality or battery condition?

No. The grade describes visible wear. It is not evidence of battery health or of how the phone works; battery information is stated separately for each unit.

Are GlobeMarket phones unlocked and ready for UK networks?

Every phone is erased, removed from the previous owner's account and checked for network lock before listing. Network-lock status, SIM and eSIM support and the regional model are stated per offer.

What warranty, delivery and returns apply?

12 months of warranty from the day your phone is delivered, covering faults rather than accidental damage; free tracked UK delivery, dispatched within one working day of payment clearing; and 14 days to change your mind. The details are in Returns and Refunds.