Best refurbished laptops deals for 2019
If you need to upgrade your old computer on a budget, here is our guide to the best refurbished laptop from Apple, HP, Microsoft, Dell and more
by Chantelle SymesterIf you can't afford a brand new laptop, a refurbished model is a great alternative that offers the same high spec for a much lower cost.
There are plenty of major online and high street retailers including eBay, Amazon and Currys PC World that offer great value refurbished versions of some of the most coveted tech brands - including Apple MacBooks and Microsoft Surface.
eBay, which has over 4,500 items featured in its refurbished technology hub, shared some helpful tips to help shoppers avoid buying a dud item.
The online marketplace suggests consumers should opt for items they have seen in real life and stick with well-known brands over obscurer versions. Another important consideration is warranty and returns policies, which protect you if the item develops a fault.
Below we've found the best cheap refurbished laptop deals that will hopefully save you time and lots of cash.
Where to buy refurbished laptops from?
1. MacBook Air (2017)
The 13 inch Apple MacBook Air is ideal for anyone who needs to have their laptop on the go. This 2017 version comes with fast Intel Core i5 processor and SSD storage.
The Apple grade refurbishment also comes with a one year warranty and 14-day returns policy.
Buy now for £803 (was £949) from Apple
2. Lenovo Ideapad 110
The Lenovo Ideapad is a good all rounder for anyone wanting to use it to surf the web, stream music, films and TV shows or use for emails with a decent Intel Pentium processor.
The sturdy lightweight outer shell also means it's ideal for travel, but the biggest draw for this machine is the price. This manufacturer grade refubished model also comes with a six-month warranty.
Buy now for £239.96 (was £349.99) from eBay
3. Microsoft Surface Book
Surface Book is a great alternative to Apple's popular MacBooks if you're looking for a laptop to do all your creative task.
The long battery life (12 hours), 6th Generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors and up to 16 GB of memory makes it a solid investment if you desire an unparalleled laptop experience.
The refurbished models from Microsoft undergo rigorous testing and quality control to ensure software and hardware are virtually as good as new.
Buy now for £949 from Microsoft
4. HP Elitebook 840 G1 Ultrabook
The ultrathin HP Elite is an efficient machine perfect for use on the go. The powerfull Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM offers impressive performance and makes this a great machine to invest in whether you need it for work or play.
This particular machine are fully refurbished to a high standard but may show some minor signs of wear. But it does also come with a year warranty.
Buy now for £299.97 from Laptops Direct
5. HP Stream
This sleek machine is great for anyone who needs a solid laptop to browse the web, streaming music and TV shows or completing straightforward day to day tasks. The thinner design is built for cloud computing, runs quietly and even features a crystal clear HD display.
This 'grade A' manufacturer refurbished laptop comes in a pristine condition and is fully tested and restored to factory state. It also comes with one year's full warranty.
Buy now for £142.79 eBay
6. MacBook Pro (2017)
The MacBook Pro needs no introduction, the 2017 version comes with Apple's dual-core Intel Core i5 and an impressive Retina display.
The refurbished model goes through Apple's stringent testing beforehand and also comes with a one-year warranty and is covered by a 14-day returns policy.
Buy now for £1059 from Apple
7. ASUS VivoBook X705 Laptop
If you are looking for a laptop that provides great visuals the ASUS Vivobook is a great choice.
The high definition display and high quality battery health charging technology, which prolongs battery lifespan, is ideal for streaming shows and films. Teamed with the powerful Intel Celeron N4000 Processor with 8GB RAM, this machine is built to use for day to day task and entertainment.
Buy now for £264.99 from eBay
8. Lenovo 500e 2 in 1 Laptop
Snap up this clever two in one machine, which can adapt to how you want to use it. With two front and back-facing HD cameras ideal for video conferencing or taking pictures for social media.
The multi-touch display means the laptop works equally as well when used like a tablet and durable shell can withstand knocks and scrapes.
Buy now for £314.97 from Laptops Direct
9. Dell Inspiron 17 5770
This Windows 10 machine has plenty of features to make you happy - from a crisp 17.3" HD display to clever SmartByte technology that will let you effortlessly run programs, stream TV shows and films or play games.
It also has a boosted bandwidth to increase performance so you can multi-task with ease.
Buy now for £550 from Dell
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