Local repair shops and independent tech enthusiasts are some of the most frequent buyers.
They buy devices at a steep discount, often 30-60% below market value for a cracked back or screen.
Since they can perform the labor themselves, they fix the damage and resell the phone as "refurbished" for a profit. 2. Specialized Buyback Companies
About 95% of what they buy is refurbished and resold on marketplaces like Amazon or eBay. The remaining 5% is salvaged for parts to give other devices a "second life". 3. Major Retailers and Carriers
Services like Gazelle and musicMagpie make a business out of high-volume refurbishment.
Who Buys Cracked Iphones [Bonus Inside]
Local repair shops and independent tech enthusiasts are some of the most frequent buyers.
They buy devices at a steep discount, often 30-60% below market value for a cracked back or screen.
Since they can perform the labor themselves, they fix the damage and resell the phone as "refurbished" for a profit. 2. Specialized Buyback Companies
About 95% of what they buy is refurbished and resold on marketplaces like Amazon or eBay. The remaining 5% is salvaged for parts to give other devices a "second life". 3. Major Retailers and Carriers
Services like Gazelle and musicMagpie make a business out of high-volume refurbishment.
