The Benefits Of Buying Second Hand

The rise of the second hand market is not one to be ignored, with refurbished and recycled products taking centre stage as a result of marketplaces like eBay, Depop, Vinted, and other popular industry names.

And whether it’s fashion, homeware, or the latest technology, there are a wealth of benefits that come with buying second hand – as we found out when we tracked the lifecycle of a discarded iPhone 11 Pro compared to a refurbished iPhone 11 Pro that we were able to rehome.

What Happens To A Discarded Smartphone Or Tech Device?

Did you know that over 4,000+ tonnes of silver, 380+ tonnes of gold and 200,000 tonnes+ of copper are estimated to be living in unused and discarded mobile phones?

Not only does this highlight the enormous amount of waste that comes from every phone that is unwanted and unused, but it also pinpoints one very clear fact about tech waste – that it doesn’t go anywhere and therefore simply sits in landfill and other waste heaps. When you discard an unwanted smartphone, the impact it has on the environment can be devastating, with hazardous chemicals joining those gold, silver, and coppers cast-offs in landfill.

So, what’s the alternative?

Why Second Hand Is Better

Whether you reach out to us as a supplier or a customer, the benefits of second hand technology are wide ranging and all-encompassing.

It’s Cheaper Than Buying Brand New

First thing’s first, buying second hand is a huge amount cheaper than buying brand new tech, and allows you to keep up to date without spending a fortune. The fact is that the latest iPhone can cost upwards of £1000, but even that extraordinary cost doesn’t protect the model from being outdated as soon as something new is released. Rather than always buying new, investing in the second hand market gives you access to the top and most relevant models, at much lower prices.

You’re Doing Something To Help The Environment

Another benefit of second hand tech is that it lets you become part of a movement towards sustainability in the tech world – reusing and rehoming refurbished tech which would otherwise be viewed as waste. The more phones we can refurbish and resell, the smaller the piles of hazardous and toxic waste that are building up all over our planet.

It Will Be In Perfect Working Order

Finally, the fact that we refurbish every piece in our collection means that the tech is in perfect working order before it arrives on your doorstep. Hand-tested and with a warranty on every piece of technology we sell, all wrapped up within our grading system to communicate the exterior quality and condition of each phone, we make it easier than ever to find your very own upgrade at a price to suit you.

Find Your Perfect Tech Device With Tech Tiger

Tech Tiger is the home of refurbished smartphones and other technological devices, not just reselling second-hand pieces but channelling them through a quality control and refurbishment system before they arrive with our customers.

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