When buying a phone in UAE, you’ll see terms like Used, Refurbished, Open-Box, or Grade A. Many customers don’t know the difference — and this can lead to overpaying or getting low-quality devices.
Let’s explain the difference clearly.
📱 Used Phone
A used phone is sold as-is. It may have:
- Battery wear
- Scratches/dents
- Unknown repair history
Price is cheaper, but condition varies.
Browse used phones:
→ https://thikra.co/product-category/mobile-phones/used-phones/
🔄 Refurbished Phone
A refurbished phone has been:
- Fully tested
- Repaired professionally (if needed)
- Battery health checked
- Software reset
- Cleaned and restored
It looks almost new and works like new — and usually comes with warranty.
Browse refurbished phones:
→ https://thikra.co/product-category/mobile-phones/refurbished-phones/
💡 Why Buy Refurbished?
- Cheaper than new
- Same performance
- Comes with warranty
- Environmentally friendly
Thikra Store Quality Checks
Every device goes through:
- Hardware Testing
- Battery & Charging Check
- Screen & Touch Test
- Face ID / Fingerprint Verification
- Network & Camera Quality Test
So you always know what you’re buying.
Conclusion
If you want the best price + best condition, choose Refurbished.
If you just want the lowest possible price, choose Used.
Either way — Thikra Store guarantees transparency and testing.