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Why Refurbished Tech is Taking Over
Annie, employee at EVR
Updated on 09/01/2026 | 4 min read
The global conversation around technology is shifting. More people aren’t just aware of refurbished tech, they’re actively choosing it. And that’s changing the way we think about buying electronics. No longer seen as a niche option, refurbished devices are becoming a mainstream choice for conscious consumers, and here’s why.
Consumers value sustainability and savings more than ever.
Rising living costs and climate concerns are reshaping how people buy electronics. According to a 2024 global survey by Simon-Kucher, sustainability remained a top-three purchase consideration for 64% of consumers, even after a slight drop compared with 2022.
That means people aren’t just looking for cheaper tech, they’re looking for smarter tech.
Quality has never been better.
For years, one of the biggest barriers to buying refurbished devices was trust: people worried about hidden defects, battery health, or lack of support. That’s changing fast. The refurbishment industry has been professionalizing with more standardized testing, clear cosmetic “grading,” and stronger warranty policies.
Today, high-quality refurbishers like EVR commonly:
- Run full diagnostics: Devices are tested for performance, battery health, connectivity, and safety, often using automated tools to spot issues faster and more accurately.
- Replace and repair critical components: Batteries, screens, ports, and other wear-sensitive parts are swapped when they fall below defined performance thresholds.
- Offer great warranties and return policies: Many refurbished devices now come with warranties similar to, or only slightly shorter than, those offered for new products.
The result: refurbished tech is no longer synonymous with “unpredictable.” For many everyday use cases (work, study, entertainment), a quality refurbished device can deliver virtually the same experience as a new one, at a lower price and with a lower environmental footprint.
Repair culture is growing, not dying.
Repair isn’t just about fixing breakages anymore, it’s a movement. Across Europe and beyond, initiatives promoting repair and reuse are gaining traction. In some places, groups are even pushing to make repair more affordable and accessible as a way to reduce overall waste and strengthen local sustainability ecosystems (Banfield-Nwachi, 2025).
These trends support a circular economy, where electronics are reused, refurbished, and repaired instead of being discarded after a short life.
Refurbished tech helps with the e-waste problem.
Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world. In 2022, a record 62 million tonnes of e-waste was generated globally, much of it because electronics are replaced unnecessarily often (E-Waste Monitor, 2024).
Choosing refurbished devices keeps them in use longer and out of the landfill, easing the environmental burden and helping reduce demand for new resource extraction.
What this means for you…
If you’ve ever wondered whether refurbished tech is “worth it,” the answer in 2026 is clear: yes, and it’s the smarter choice for many people.
Refurbished products today:
- Are more trusted and better tested than ever before.
- Are chosen by consumers for value and sustainability.
- Help reduce e-waste and support a circular economy.
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or someone who wants quality tech without overpaying, refurbished devices offer real performance, real savings, and real impact.
FIND OUT MORE…
- Simon-Kucher. (2024). Sustainability 2024: Navigating consumer behavior. https://www.simon-kucher.com/en/insights/sustainability-2024-navigating-consumer-behavior
- Banfield-Nwachi, M. (2025, July 6). Businesses and charities call for UK to scrap VAT on refurbished electronics. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/jul/06/businesses-and-charities-call-for-uk-to-scrap-vat-on-refurbished-electronics
- E-Waste Monitor. (2024, December 12). The Global E-Waste Monitor 2024. E-Waste Monitor. https://ewastemonitor.info/the-global-e-waste-monitor-2024/
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Why Refurbished Tech is Taking Over
Annie, employee at EVR
Updated on 09/01/2026 | 4 min read
The global conversation around technology is shifting. More people aren’t just aware of refurbished tech, they’re actively choosing it. And that’s changing the way we think about buying electronics. No longer seen as a niche option, refurbished devices are becoming a mainstream choice for conscious consumers, and here’s why.
Consumers value sustainability and savings more than ever.
Rising living costs and climate concerns are reshaping how people buy electronics. According to a 2024 global survey by Simon-Kucher, sustainability remained a top-three purchase consideration for 64% of consumers, even after a slight drop compared with 2022.
That means people aren’t just looking for cheaper tech, they’re looking for smarter tech.
Quality has never been better.
For years, one of the biggest barriers to buying refurbished devices was trust: people worried about hidden defects, battery health, or lack of support. That’s changing fast. The refurbishment industry has been professionalizing with more standardized testing, clear cosmetic “grading,” and stronger warranty policies.
Today, high-quality refurbishers like EVR commonly:
- Run full diagnostics: Devices are tested for performance, battery health, connectivity, and safety, often using automated tools to spot issues faster and more accurately.
- Replace and repair critical components: Batteries, screens, ports, and other wear-sensitive parts are swapped when they fall below defined performance thresholds.
- Offer great warranties and return policies: Many refurbished devices now come with warranties similar to, or only slightly shorter than, those offered for new products.
The result: refurbished tech is no longer synonymous with “unpredictable.” For many everyday use cases (work, study, entertainment), a quality refurbished device can deliver virtually the same experience as a new one, at a lower price and with a lower environmental footprint.
Repair culture is growing, not dying.
Repair isn’t just about fixing breakages anymore, it’s a movement. Across Europe and beyond, initiatives promoting repair and reuse are gaining traction. In some places, groups are even pushing to make repair more affordable and accessible as a way to reduce overall waste and strengthen local sustainability ecosystems (Banfield-Nwachi, 2025).
These trends support a circular economy, where electronics are reused, refurbished, and repaired instead of being discarded after a short life.
Refurbished tech helps with the e-waste problem.
Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world. In 2022, a record 62 million tonnes of e-waste was generated globally, much of it because electronics are replaced unnecessarily often (E-Waste Monitor, 2024).
Choosing refurbished devices keeps them in use longer and out of the landfill, easing the environmental burden and helping reduce demand for new resource extraction.
What this means for you…
If you’ve ever wondered whether refurbished tech is “worth it,” the answer in 2026 is clear: yes, and it’s the smarter choice for many people.
Refurbished products today:
- Are more trusted and better tested than ever before.
- Are chosen by consumers for value and sustainability.
- Help reduce e-waste and support a circular economy.
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or someone who wants quality tech without overpaying, refurbished devices offer real performance, real savings, and real impact.
FIND OUT MORE…
- Simon-Kucher. (2024). Sustainability 2024: Navigating consumer behavior. https://www.simon-kucher.com/en/insights/sustainability-2024-navigating-consumer-behavior
- Banfield-Nwachi, M. (2025, July 6). Businesses and charities call for UK to scrap VAT on refurbished electronics. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/jul/06/businesses-and-charities-call-for-uk-to-scrap-vat-on-refurbished-electronics
- E-Waste Monitor. (2024, December 12). The Global E-Waste Monitor 2024. E-Waste Monitor. https://ewastemonitor.info/the-global-e-waste-monitor-2024/
SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP OUR PLANET
Why Refurbished is
BETTER than New.
Read More
Why Refurbished tech
is Taking over
Read More
EVR meets students at
the LU
Read More