Trade-in comparison
Refurbed vs Swappie
Refurbed and Swappie side by side: payment time, shipping costs, price guarantee, countries covered and Trustpilot rating when it can be verified.
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| Criterion | RefurbedPartner profileRefurbed | SwappiePartner profileSwappie |
|---|---|---|
| Trustpilot rating | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Payment time | 3 d | 2 d |
| Shipping | Free | Free |
| Price guarantee | 14 d | 14 d |
| Insured parcel | Yes | Yes |
| Data erasure | Yes | Yes |
| Return window | 14 d | 14 d |
| Payment methods | Bank transfer | Bank transfer |
| Devices bought back | Smartphones | iPhone / Apple products only |
| Covered countries | 2 countries | 16 countries |
| Founded | 2017 | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Austria | Finland |
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What sets them apart
- Swappie announces faster payment: 2 days versus 3 days for Refurbed.
- Refurbed has the higher Trustpilot rating: 4.6/5 versus 4.3/5.
- Both cover shipping costs.
- Same price guarantee period: 14 days.
- Refurbed buys in 2 countries, Swappie in 16 countries.
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FAQ
Refurbed or Swappie: which pays more?
It depends on the model, your device's condition and your country: neither Refurbed nor Swappie has a single fixed price. Start an estimate to see their offers for your device.
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How quickly do Refurbed and Swappie pay?
Refurbed announces payment within 3 days and Swappie within 2 days, after the device is received and checked.
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