
Refurbished AirPods vs AirPods Pro | Back Market
Are AirPods Pro worth it? Find out the difference between AirPods vs AirPods Pro, and whether you should buy used or refurbished Apple Airpods.
1,415 verified reviews in the last 12 months.
Nachi G.
Purchased on January 30, 2025
Verified purchaseFirst of all, shipping was real fast! Arrived in a box (the box wasn’t super clean but I really didn’t mind), a cover and a charging cord. The headphones are perfect, no scratch whatsoever, I can’t even tell they’re refurbished. No connectivity issues. So so worth it!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Max (2020) - Space GrayAllie D.
Purchased on October 29, 2024
Verified purchaseI really like them. They are comfortable, the sound is high quality (I’m no expert though), and they’re in top condition. I wouldn’t have paid full price for these straight from Apple, so I love that I got them refurbished. I’ve also bought many other products from BackMarket- 2 Switches, 2 iPads, an Apple Watch, and an iPhone. I’ve always had great experiences.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Max (2020) - Space GrayJustin T.
Purchased on December 17, 2024
Verified purchaseI ordered these air pods pros in excellent condition from Amazing Wireless LLC. They came in good packaging with extra ear tips and a braided usb-c cable. They didn't seem to have any scratches or problems and connected to my iPhone perfectly, seemed like a completely new pair of air pods pros. They were a little pricey compared to other refurbished AirPods pros being around $170 and extra with taxes and shipping, but you get what you pay for, they are a good device if you want to pay the money for an earphone with what it has. If the extra $50 is not an issue to you compared to the AirPods pros 1st gen, then get these.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging caseKevin A.
Purchased on January 25, 2025
Verified purchaseIt was what I expected for the price of $100 (compared to the other $150 ones), a lot of scratches on the case and the hinge connecting the lid to the case was a little loose. But at least it was an authentic Apple AirPods Pro 2. Good battery. Overall it was worth the price.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2022) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging caseBruno A.
Purchased on January 17, 2025
Verified purchaseI was bit skeptic with the purchase despite this being my third purchase from back market, I have bought all my devices from my Mac book, iPhone and now the AirPods Pro 2 from here. I bought them in fair condition and let me tell you this pods are really worth it, the sound is great, was able to connect them to my iCloud with ease. Give all your money to this seller. Despite a few scuffs on the charging case nothing else was too major.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2022) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging caseMegan O.
Purchased on July 17, 2024
Verified purchaseOnly hang up was the original box I came in. It was a little dirty but that’s to be expected. The charger was also not an official apple charger. Outside of that the AirPods work nicely paired to my phone immediately, bass sounds good which is the most common Hangup I’ve found with refurbished headphones/earbuds, and the AirPods and case themselves were very clean and had all The pieces.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2022) - MagSafe (Lightning) Charging caseCandice H.
Purchased on June 11, 2024
Verified purchaseI purchased “Excellent”. Arrived earlier than expected. Came fully packaged in apple box with no scratches or sign of being used or refurbished. The sound quality is great. I was worried it would be too big and fall out my ears but they fit perfectly in my ears and remain comfortable even during extended use. battery life is pretty outstanding. Overall this purchase was a win win and it is worth your money.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods 3rd gen (2021) - Lightning Charging caseTrevor C.
Purchased on February 27, 2025
Verified purchasePretty good. I used em mainly while doing class work. Get me through the school day, though, battery life goes down by the end of the day. But that’s expected when buying refurbished audio devices.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2019) - Wireless Charging caseHarold Y.
Purchased on February 18, 2025
Verified purchaseWhen I first received the AirPods, they worked as intended. However, after setting them up, I encountered two errors in the Find My app that prevented me from tracking them. The earbuds were still linked to another Apple account, which caused the issue. Despite this, customer service was excellent in assisting me with troubleshooting the problem. Unfortunately, we were unable to resolve it. Ultimately, I was provided with a return label for the product.
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 2nd gen (2023) - MagSafe (USB-C) Charging caseMohamad K.
Purchased on February 7, 2025
Verified purchaseamazing amazing amazing, this airpods is amazing , I got it for 114 with extended 2year warranty all for 120 amazing price I got it with 1 scratch on the corner but can barely be seen , but other than that it's amazing and don't don't don't buy new apple products waste of money you buy a phone from Apple for like 1000, u can get the same phone on this app for half the price and barely used , with insanely good Battery and as if it's still brand new
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro 1st gen (2019) - Wireless Charging caseSearches so popular you can't sit with them
At Back Market, customers can save up to 70% off compared to the price of new on certified refurbished AirPods. The best part is, you don't have to sacrifice performance quality in order to save money; all refurbished devices on our marketplace have been fully reconditioned, cleaned, inspected, and tested to the same standards as a new one. This is the biggest difference between buying a used or pre-owned AirPods compared to a refurbished one.
Buying a renewed AirPods is also a much friendlier environmental option. Refurbished AirPods are often second-hand devices that have been restored and updated to meet the manufacturer's standards, which means you'll be helping to keep used AirPods out of our landfills, reduce electronic waste, and minimize your carbon footprint.
You'll find the biggest selection, highest product quality and lowest prices on restored AirPods at Back Market. That's because we specialize specifically in refurbished tech and take the time to carefully vet every seller on our marketplace to ensure customers are getting reliable devices that perform like-new.
Staying true to our brand, we're also a huge advocate for environmental change. In fact, at the beginning of 2023, we hit a milestone for preventing 1 million tons of carbon emission (CO2e) from entering the atmosphere. You can help contribute to a better circular economy when you shop AirPod deals on our platform.
Buying refurbished is a no-brainer - now you just have to figure out which AirPods model to buy.
All AirPods purchases on Back Market come with free standard shipping, a 1-year warranty, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. We want to make sure you can shop with confidence and find the best AirPods for your needs at lower prices.
If you're a first-time refurbished buyer, you might not be sure what to expect from your purchase. First, understand that your AirPods may have external cosmetic flaws depending on the condition you choose (Back Market offers devices of Fair, Good, and Excellent quality). However, whatever the condition, any external blemishes will not affect the performance of your AirPods, and you can expect your device to perform as if it were newly opened directly from the Apple Store. You should also be confident that your AirPods are backed by a 1-year warranty, meaning in the rare case that any defects arise (outside of accidental damage) within 12 months of your delivery date, then you're entitled to your choice of a repair, replacement or reimbursement.
If you already have a pair of AirPods that you're looking to replace, consider trading it into Back Market to give you a little extra budget for your next headphone upgrade. We make the process simple for you, and we'll give you a free online quote when you answer a few easy questions about your current AirPods.
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