Best Refurbished iPhones to Buy in India
Compare every refurbished iPhone series on Budli โ from iPhone 5 to iPhone 17 โ with live prices, stock status, and our pick for every budget. iOS 26 supported from iPhone 11 onwards. All iPhones come with a 12-month warranty, 25-point QC check, iCloud cleared, and free delivery.
โ 12-Month Warrantyโ 25-Point QC Check
โ 7-Day Free Returns
โ Free Delivery PAN India
โ GST Invoice
Editor's Pick 2026
iPhone 14
The iPhone 14 is the sweet spot for 2026 buyers โ A15 Bionic, Crash Detection, Action Mode video, improved front ultrawide camera, and 5G. It runs iOS 26, will receive updates well into 2028, and costs 45% less than new. Our top recommendation for anyone buying a refurbished iPhone today.
Budget Pick
iPhone 5 Series
โณ Coming Soon
Price TBA
We're sourcing iPhone 5 Series units. Get notified when available.
Budget Pick
iPhone 6 Series
โ In Stock
From โน4,999 โ โน5,499
2 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A8 ยท iOS 12
Budget Pick
iPhone 7 Series
โ In Stock
From โน7,799 โ โน9,999
2 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A10 Fusion ยท iOS 15
Budget Pick
iPhone 8 Series
โ In Stock
From โน9,999
1 model available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A11 Bionic ยท iOS 16
Budget Pick
iPhone X Series
โ In Stock
From โน10,999 โ โน20,999
4 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A11โA12 Bionic ยท iOS 16
Best Value
iPhone SE
โ In Stock
From โน10,999 โ โน19,999
5 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A9โA15 Bionic ยท iOS 26
Best Value
iPhone 11
โ In Stock
From โน14,299 โ โน16,499
2 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A13 Bionic ยท iOS 26
Best Value
iPhone 12 Series
โ In Stock
From โน18,999
1 model available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A14 Bionic ยท iOS 26
Best Seller
iPhone 13 Series
โ In Stock
From โน25,999 โ โน39,999
4 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A15 Bionic ยท iOS 26
Best Seller
iPhone 14 Series
โ In Stock
From โน38,999 โ โน52,999
3 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A15โA16 Bionic ยท iOS 26
Popular
iPhone 15 Series
โ In Stock
From โน34,999 โ โน67,999
2 models available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A16โA17 Pro ยท iOS 26
Popular
iPhone 16 Series
โณ Coming Soon
Price TBA
We're sourcing iPhone 16 Series units. Get notified when available.
Latest
iPhone 17 Series
โ In Stock
From โน59,999
1 model available. Certified refurbished with warranty & free delivery.
A19 / A19 Pro ยท iOS 26
iPhone Model Comparison
| Model | Year | Chip | Max OS | Starting Price | Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 5 Series Budget Pick | 2012โ13 | A6 | iOS 10 | TBA | Coming Soon | Notify Me |
| iPhone 6 Series Budget Pick | 2014โ15 | A8 | iOS 12 | โน4,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 7 Series Budget Pick | 2016โ17 | A10 Fusion | iOS 15 | โน7,799 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 8 Series Budget Pick | 2017โ18 | A11 Bionic | iOS 16 | โน9,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone X Series Budget Pick | 2017โ18 | A11โA12 Bionic | iOS 16 | โน10,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone SE Best Value | 2016โ22 | A9โA15 Bionic | iOS 26 | โน10,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 11 Best Value | 2019 | A13 Bionic | iOS 26 | โน14,299 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 12 Series Best Value | 2020 | A14 Bionic | iOS 26 | โน18,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 13 Series Best Seller | 2021 | A15 Bionic | iOS 26 | โน25,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 14 Series Best Seller | 2022 | A15โA16 Bionic | iOS 26 | โน38,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 15 Series Popular | 2023 | A16โA17 Pro | iOS 26 | โน34,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
| iPhone 16 Series Popular | 2024 | A18 / A18 Pro | iOS 26 | TBA | Coming Soon | Notify Me |
| iPhone 17 Series Latest | 2025 | A19 / A19 Pro | iOS 26 | โน59,999 | โ In Stock | View โ |
iPhone 13 vs iPhone 14 โ Which Refurbished iPhone is Better Value in 2026?
Option A
iPhone 13
Chip: A15 Bionic
Identical chip to iPhone 14. Best price-to-performance ratio. 5G, Face ID, OLED display. Strong all-rounder for everyday use and photography.
Shop iPhone 13 โVS
Option B
iPhone 14
Chip: A15 Bionic
Adds Crash Detection, Action Mode video, improved 12MP ultrawide front camera, Emergency SOS via satellite. Better pick if safety features matter.
Shop iPhone 14 โVerdict: Buy the iPhone 13 if budget is the priority โ same chip, same 5G, same iOS 26 support for โน6,000 less. Buy the iPhone 14 if Crash Detection or the upgraded front camera are important. Both are excellent long-term purchases with Budli's 12-month warranty.
Best Refurbished iPhone for Every Need
Related Buying Guides
Have an old iPhone to sell?
Get the best price for your old device. Free pickup across India.
Is It Safe to Buy a Refurbished iPhone in India?
Yes โ if you buy from a certified store. Eligible refurbished and good-condition iPhones on Budli pass a 25-point quality check, are iCloud cleared, carry 12-month service warranty, and are backed by 750,000+ users since 2015. Here's exactly what "certified refurbished" means on Budli:
- โ 25-Point Hardware Check โ Display, battery health, Face ID / Touch ID, cameras, speakers, microphone, charging port, and 17 more tests
- โ iCloud Unlocked โ Fully removed from the previous owner's Apple ID. Registered to no one โ you activate it fresh
- โ Factory Reset โ All personal data wiped. You get a clean device
- โ 12-Month Service Warranty โ Eligible refurbished and good-condition iPhones carry Budli service-warranty coverage as shown on the product listing
- โ 7-Day Returns โ Returns are available as per Budli's shipping and returns policy
- โ GST Invoice โ 100% legal purchase. Get input tax credit if you're a business buyer
- โ Free Delivery โ Across 25,000+ pin codes. Most orders dispatched within 1 working day
Refurbished vs second-hand: Second-hand phones are sold as-is โ no quality check, no warranty, and no iCloud clearance guarantee. A refurbished iPhone from Budli is professionally tested and warranted โ closer to a new phone than a used one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to buy a refurbished iPhone in India?
Eligible refurbished and good-condition iPhones on Budli pass a 25-point quality check, are iCloud cleared where applicable and factory reset, and carry 12-month service warranty as shown on the product listing. You also get 7-day returns as per policy. Budli has served 750,000+ users since 2015.
Which refurbished iPhone is the best value in 2026?
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 offer the best value โ 5G support, Face ID, strong cameras, and A15/A16 chips โ at 40โ50% less than new. The iPhone SE is ideal if you're on a tight budget and prefer a home button.
What is the difference between refurbished and second-hand iPhones?
Casual second-hand iPhones may be sold as-is with limited checks. Refurbished iPhones on Budli are tested, graded, iCloud cleared where applicable, and carry service warranty when eligible โ making the condition and support much clearer before you buy.
Does Budli's refurbished iPhone come with a warranty?
Eligible refurbished and good-condition iPhones on Budli carry 12-month Budli service-warranty coverage as shown on the product listing.
Will I get free delivery?
Yes. Free delivery is available across 25,000+ pin codes in India. Most orders are dispatched within 1 working day and delivered within 3โ4 working days.
Which refurbished iPhones support 5G?
5G support starts from the iPhone 12 series (2020). The iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, 15, and 16 series all support 5G. The iPhone 11 and older (including iPhone SE 1st and 2nd gen) are 4G only.
Should I buy iPhone 13 or iPhone 14 refurbished in 2026?
Both share the A15 Bionic chip, but the iPhone 14 adds Crash Detection, Action Mode video, and an improved ultrawide front camera. The iPhone 13 from โน26,000 is the smarter value if budget is the priority. The iPhone 14 from โน32,000 is worth it if those safety and camera extras matter. Both run iOS 26. Check each Budli listing for condition grade and 12-month service-warranty eligibility.
Which refurbished iPhone should I buy under โน30,000 in India?
The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro are strong picks under โน30,000 when available. Both have 5G, A15 Bionic, Face ID, and run iOS 26. The 13 Pro adds ProMotion display and a telephoto lens. Check live Budli listings for current price, condition grade and 12-month service-warranty eligibility.
Is a refurbished iPhone 12 still worth buying in 2026?
The iPhone 12 is a solid buy under โน20,000 โ it has 5G, Face ID, OLED display, and runs iOS 26. Battery health may vary on heavily used units; choose Good Condition or Refurbished when warranty eligibility matters.
Is Apple refurbished available in India?
Apple does not run its official certified-refurbished program in India โ it is not offered in this market. Budli fills that gap with tested, graded, iCloud-cleared refurbished and good-condition iPhones that carry 12-month service warranty where eligible.
Does the iPhone 14 have 5G?
Yes โ the iPhone 14 supports 5G on all Indian networks (Jio, Airtel, Vi) and runs iOS 26. It is one of the popular refurbished models on Budli; check live listings for price, condition grade and warranty eligibility.
Quick answer: For most buyers, the iPhone 13 (from โน26,999) is the best refurbished iPhone to buy in 2026 โ it shares the same A15 Bionic chip as the iPhone 14 at a lower price, supports 5G, and will receive iOS updates through 2027โ28. Under โน15,000, the iPhone 11 is the strongest pick; for the best camera system, the iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 15 are worth the extra spend. Every refurbished iPhone on Budli passes a 25-point quality check, is iCloud cleared and factory reset, and comes with a 12-month warranty and 7-day return policy.
Why Buy a Refurbished iPhone in India in 2026?
A refurbished iPhone from Budli costs 40โ60% less than a brand-new unit โ yet runs the same iOS, uses the same chip, and carries the same camera. The difference is that it has had a previous owner. What you get on Budli is a device that has been professionally inspected across 25 quality checkpoints, iCloud cleared, factory reset, and graded by cosmetic condition. Every unit ships with a 12-month warranty, 7-day returns, and a GST invoice.
In 2026, the refurbished iPhone market in India is at its most mature. iPhones hold their performance far longer than Android phones because Apple supports them with software updates for 5โ6 years. That means a refurbished iPhone 13 โ costing around โน26,999 โ runs iOS 18, supports Jio and Airtel 5G, and will receive security patches through 2027. That is extraordinary value for the price.
Refurbished iPhone vs New iPhone โ What Do You Actually Get?
| New iPhone (Apple Store) | Refurbished iPhone (Budli) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (128GB) | โน59,900+ | โน26,999 onwards |
| iOS & chip | Same | Same |
| Camera | Same | Same |
| Box & accessories | Original sealed box | Compatible accessories included |
| Cosmetic condition | Mint | Graded (Unboxed / Good / Refurbished) |
| Warranty | 1 year Apple warranty | 12-month Budli warranty |
| iCloud cleared | N/A | โ Verified before dispatch |
Bottom line: You get the same iPhone hardware and software for half the price. The trade-off is cosmetic โ light scratches or scuffs may be present depending on the grade. For most buyers, that is a completely acceptable trade-off for โน30,000+ in savings.
How to Pick the Right Refurbished iPhone for Your Budget
Under โน15,000 โ iPhone 11 or iPhone X/XR
The iPhone 11 at โน13,999 is the best value at this price point. It carries Apple's A13 Bionic chip (faster than any Android at the price), Face ID, Night Mode camera, and 4K video. It runs iOS 18. No 5G, but if you are on a 4G plan, the iPhone 11 is a significant upgrade from any sub-โน15,000 Android. The iPhone XR is โน2,000โโน3,000 cheaper if the budget is very tight.
โน15,000โโน22,000 โ iPhone 12
The iPhone 12 is India's most popular 5G refurbished phone. At โน19,999, it gives you the first iPhone with 5G, an OLED display (a major upgrade over the iPhone 11's LCD), and MagSafe wireless charging. The A14 Bionic chip is still very fast in 2026. If you are on Jio 5G or Airtel 5G and want to use it, the iPhone 12 is the obvious pick at this budget.
โน22,000โโน32,000 โ iPhone 13 (best all-round pick)
The iPhone 13 at โน26,999 is the single best refurbished iPhone to buy in India in 2026. It shares the same A15 Bionic chip as the iPhone 14, has Cinematic Mode video, a 19-hour battery, and will receive iOS updates through 2027โ28. The price gap between the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 refurbished is โน10,000โโน15,000 for features most users will never notice. This is the one to get.
โน32,000โโน50,000 โ iPhone 14 or iPhone 13 Pro
At this budget you can choose between the iPhone 14 (crash detection, satellite SOS, newer A15 variant) or the iPhone 13 Pro (ProMotion 120Hz display, triple camera with telephoto, LiDAR). Most users will find the iPhone 13 Pro's camera system more useful day-to-day than the iPhone 14's safety features. Both are excellent choices at this range.
Above โน50,000 โ iPhone 15 or iPhone 16
The iPhone 15 brought USB-C, a 48MP main camera, and Dynamic Island to the standard model. The iPhone 16 adds Apple Intelligence (AI features), a Camera Control button, and improved Action Mode video. At this budget you are buying a recent, well-supported iPhone that will stay current until 2029โ2030.
Which Refurbished iPhone Fits Your Needs?
Budget is one way to choose โ but if you know what you'll actually use the phone for, this is a faster way to decide:
| If you want... | Get this | Why |
|---|---|---|
| The tightest possible budget | iPhone 11 | Best price-to-performance under โน15,000 |
| 5G on a budget | iPhone 12 | Cheapest 5G iPhone with OLED and MagSafe |
| The best all-round value | iPhone 13 | Same chip as iPhone 14, 19-hour battery, for less |
| The best camera system | iPhone 13 Pro | ProMotion 120Hz, triple camera with telephoto, LiDAR |
| The latest features and AI | iPhone 16 | Apple Intelligence, Camera Control, stays current until 2029โ2030 |
How Budli Quality-Checks Every Refurbished iPhone
Every iPhone sold on Budli passes a 25-point quality check before it reaches you. This is not a visual inspection โ it is a systematic hardware test covering the display (dead pixels, touch response), Face ID, all cameras, speakers and microphone, 5G/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/NFC, all buttons and the Lightning or USB-C port, battery health, and iCloud activation lock status.
After testing, each device is graded:
- Unboxed โ Opened but never used. No signs of wear.
- Good Condition โ Light use. Minor hairline scratches visible only under direct light.
- Refurbished โ Normal use. Light scratches visible on close inspection. Fully functional.
- Usable โ Moderate cosmetic wear. All hardware working correctly.
Each unit is then factory reset (verified iCloud cleared), packed with compatible accessories, and dispatched with a warranty card and GST invoice. The entire process is done at Budli's own facility in Bengaluru โ not outsourced.
Want to double-check battery health yourself after delivery? Go to Settings โ Battery โ Battery Health โ a reading above 80% is considered good by Apple's own standard.
Quick Model Comparisons
iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13 โ worth the extra โน7,000?
Yes, for most buyers. The iPhone 13 has a noticeably better battery (19 hrs vs 17 hrs), a newer A15 chip, Cinematic Mode video, and will receive iOS updates for 1โ2 more years than the iPhone 12. If you are on a 5G network and use your phone heavily, the iPhone 13 is worth โน7,000 more.
iPhone 11 vs iPhone 12 โ should you pay for 5G?
If you are on Jio 5G or Airtel 5G (or plan to switch), yes โ pay the extra โน6,000 for the iPhone 12. The iPhone 12 also upgraded from LCD to OLED, which is a meaningful display improvement. If you are strictly on 4G and budget is tight, the iPhone 11 is still a great phone in 2026.
Upgrading from an old iPhone or Android?
Sell your current phone on Budli โ Get an instant price quote and use the proceeds toward your refurbished iPhone.
