Refurbished tech

Doing the mental maths and wondering if there's a smarter way to upgrade your gear? Refurbished tech is the clever little plot twist that lets you chase the gear you actually want without making the checkout feel like a full-blown life decision. That's where JB and JB Marketplace come in hot.

As Australia’s leading home entertainment and tech retailer, JB brings the tech smarts, the range and the “Ooh, that’s a good find” feeling Aussies love. Even better, JB Marketplace opens the door to a stack of big-brand refurbished devices from third-party sellers. So if you’re keen on a fresh upgrade moment, this is the place to start the hunt.

Second-hand tech means someone has owned it, used it and passed it on as-is. Refurbished tech has an extra step in the middle. Before a refurb is sold again, it’s checked, tested and restored by professionals. That means you can look at the functionalities and shop with a clearer idea of what’s landing in your cart. It’s not a brand-new device, but it’s not a mystery handover either.

That extra step is what makes refurbished products feel much easier to shop at JB and on JB Marketplace. You get the fun of hunting for big-brand gear, but with a more structured way to compare your options. So instead of guessing your way through the decision, you can choose the refurb that fits your day and the way you use your tech.

Yes, buying refurbished tech is a cracking move if you want fast performance, sharp screens, clever features and that fresh upgrade feeling for less. Plus, you’re helping good tech stay in use for longer, which is a pretty smart call in Australia, where e-waste is a real issue.

• You can chase better gear. Refurb smartphones, tablets, laptops and other devices can bring the features you want back into play.
• Your budget gets more stretch. Buying refurbished gear can make top brands and better specs feel a lot more doable.
• Good tech gets a longer run. Keeping devices in use helps cut down on e-waste, especially when you pair it with a trade-in.
• It fits real life. Work stuff, study notes, streaming, gaming, scrolling, photos, playlists and group chats. The right refurb can jump straight into your day.

The big thing? Buy from trusted retailers. Clear product details, easy comparisons and real support make the whole refurb hunt feel way less “hmm” and way more “yep, found it.”

JB and JB Marketplace make refurbished tech easy to shop because the big stuff is all there. The brands people actually want, the product details you need and professionally graded devices that have been checked before they reach you. You can shop selected refurb tech at JB, or jump online to JB Marketplace for even more online-only options from third-party sellers.

• The brands Aussies search for. Apple loyal? Android all the way? Comparing renewed iPhones, Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones for the family? JB and JB Marketplace put the big-name refurbished phones and other gear in front of you without the site-hopping.
• JB in-store, JB Marketplace online. Want to see what’s available at JB? Drop by any of our 205+ stores Australia-wide. Want the bigger online-only refurb range? Shop on JB Marketplace.
• Proper checks before it gets to you. Refurbished products are pro-inspected, tested and fully restored using genuine parts.
• Graded so you can compare faster. Every refurb is professionally graded, giving you a clearer read at a glance without turning the experience into detective work.

Got a JB Gift Card sitting in your wallet? Use it on JB Marketplace products to make your next refurb find even easier to grab.

JB and JB Marketplace have a huge range of refurbished tech across the devices Aussies use every day. Think phones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches and gaming consoles. So whether you’re upgrading your pocket, your desk, your wrist or your lounge room, there’s plenty to get excited about.

• Refurbished phones – This is where the range really fires up. Shop renewed Apple iPhone options from iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro Max through to iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone SE. More of an Android fan? Check out Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones, including Galaxy S26, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S24, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip favourites.
• Refurbished tablets – Go bigger for streaming, study, notes, emails and couch scrolling with renewed iPads, including Wi-Fi models in finishes like Starlight and Space Grey. Prefer Android on the big screen? Find refurbished Samsung Galaxy Tab devices in the mix.
• Refurbished laptops – From MacBook Air for everyday work, study and streaming to MacBook Pro for heavier creative sessions, there are plenty of renewed MacBooks to compare. Prefer Windows? Our refurbished laptop range includes Microsoft, HP, Dell and Lenovo too. Check the listing details as you browse, including SSD storage for files and apps and GPU specs if you’re editing, designing or working on bigger tasks.
• Refurbished smartwatches – Renewed Apple Watch models and other smartwatches are in the mix for fitness tracking, notifications, workouts, calls and quick wrist checks while you’re on the go.
• Refurbished gaming consoles – Keen to jump back into the action? Refurbished gaming consoles cover solo sessions, family play, couch co-op and group-chat gaming without overcomplicating the setup.

JB and JB Marketplace use clear condition grades so you know what kind of cosmetic wear to expect before you buy. Even better, every grade is 100% functional, and every device comes with a minimum 80% battery health.

• Good – May show medium to heavy signs of use, including more obvious scratches, blemishes, scuff marks or small chips. Still functional. Still good to go.
• Very Good – Expect light signs of use, with some more visible marks possible, like scratches, blemishes or scuffs. Great if you want a refurb that looks tidy but still practical.
• Excellent – Minimal signs of wear, like small scratches or marks you’d usually need a close look to spot.
• As-New – Cosmetically indistinguishable from new. The obvious choice if cosmetic condition matters as much as the device itself.
• Renewed (Apple only) – Some minor cosmetic blemishes and light scratches. Fully functional, with the same performance you'd expect from any Apple device.

Keen to start the hunt? For easy browsing, big-brand energy and plenty of reasons to get excited, shop the refurbished tech collection at JB and on JB Marketplace and line up the gear that fits your day and your wish list. Or swing by your nearest JB and see what’s available in-store. However you shop, your next refurb find is right there waiting. Go on. Cart it.