
Can iPads replace Laptops? | Back Market
The right iPad can accomplish virtually everything most laptops can do. Read more below for our full breakdown.
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Durability 86%
Overall performance 85%
Screen quality 62%
Buy a refurbished iPad mini and take it everywhere you go with its sleek and functional design! Take pictures, FaceTime, or simply read your favourite books with the Apple iPad mini, all at a reduced price of up to 50% less than buying new....
17,027 verified reviews in the last 12 months.
Madame's S.
Purchased on the 4 January 2025
Verified purchaseI plumped for ‘fair’ but It’s impossible to notice a defect unless you stick your face millimetres away. I bought it for making art and writing and it works beautifully. Nice size too. Thanks to Back Market using my favoured Apple products is affordable. Kudos to the refurbisher too!
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 24 January 2025
iPad Pro 12.9 (2015) 1st gen 128 GB - Wi-Fi - GoldMarc M.
Purchased on the 12 December 2024
Verified purchaseThis was brought for my son as a Christmas present. I did pay the extra for an original Apple box and also I paid out extra for a good quality refurbished iPad. The result was my son was super happy with what he’d been given, it was in excellent condition without a single mark on it as if it was brand new. I would highly recommend anyone to go down the refurbished route and read up on what you are buying as many of these products actually have never been used. Happy shopping all and I hope your experience is as good as mine.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 18 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2021) 9th gen 64 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayNikki B.
Purchased on the 19 December 2024
Verified purchaseInitially I was a little sceptical about buying a refurbished iPad however I couldn’t be happier with the service from Back Market. Super fast delivery for Christmas…great packaging (box was on a par with Apple packaging) and so far completely delighted with the device and battery life. 12 month warranty also included. A perfect first experience!
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 16 January 2025
iPad Pro 12.9 (2020) 4th gen 128 GB - Wi-Fi + 4G - Space GrayF L.
Purchased on the 12 October 2024
Verified purchaseIn one word: Lovely The iPad was in mint condition as advertised. It was officially registered as a refurbished sale with Apple and therefore covered by Apple's remaining original warranty, with the option to add AppleCare+ on top of it. Backmarket offers their own insurance products as well to cover it from accidental damage. What's not to like?
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 9 December 2024
iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) 6th gen 512 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayLiz S.
Purchased on the 29 November 2024
Verified purchaseOrdered this for my granddaughter for Christmas it’s in perfect condition and arrived very quickly. Will definitely be ordering more before Christmas I have 2 Apple Watches and EarPods in my basket ready to order 😊 Highly recommend Back market for anyone looking for top quality refurbished from a company you can trust. A+++
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 15 December 2024
iPad 10.2 (2019) 7th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - SilverNeil S.
Purchased on the 23 January 2025
Verified purchaseThe part exchange process is confusing to say the least. The item was at your refurbisher and you kept sending mail saying I should send it back. Perhaps your team should report on receiving the product. By that communication you convinced me the return was lost and you wasted my time and that of your customer service team.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 3 February 2025
iPad Pro 12.9 (2022) 6th gen 128 GB - Wi-Fi + 5G - SilverElizabeth S.
Purchased on the 29 January 2025
Verified purchaseI am overall pleased with my purchase! The external body of the iPad that I received was in the condition as described and I am very happy with this, however, the battery health upon receiving the iPad was only at 87% of the original capacity. I purchased this iPad to study on the go so battery capacity is very important to me. I understood that the iPad should arrive in a refurbished and as good as possible condition internally and I did expect this to include a new battery, at the very least. Other than this problem, which is considerable for me, I’m perfectly happy with my purchase.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 3 February 2025
iPad 10.2 (2020) 8th gen 32 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayAlison J.
Purchased on the 7 January 2025
Verified purchaseI was really nervous about buying a refurbished ipad from backmarket but I am really pleased bought fair so expected a few dings and dents but nothing that affected any buttons the screen was perfect and in a case hides everything. This site was recommended by my daughter who bought an ipad for her daughter and was pleased. I would recommend black market and have to everyone my son is going to also purchase an ipad and I will also use in the future thank you
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 19 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2021) 9th gen 64 GB - Wi-Fi + 4G - Space GrayMartin B.
Purchased on the 30 December 2024
Verified purchaseVery pleased with this refurbished Ipad. all working as per my previous model which i had had for 4 years, however there was a problem with the battery , hence the need for a "new" one. Good product, good price, excellent service. Will use you again for sure.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 14 January 2025
iPad 10.2 (2021) 9th gen 64 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GrayCarys B.
Purchased on the 10 December 2024
Verified purchaseVery satisfied with this refurbished iPad. This is my first time buying refurbished, so I made sure to research both Back Market and the seller. It can seem daunting at first as the more research you do, the more mixed messages it can bring. But ultimately I went with the purchase as the website seemed legit. I had selected a "Good" condition product and when it came, the screen was in very good condition, some very minor scratches but hardly visible to the eye. And I have had no internal or software issues so far. The only thing I will say is I have noticed the battery drains only slightly faster, which depending on how much or what you use the tablet for can be a problem, but it also charges fairly normally. Moral to the story, can feel like a dice roll with whether to buy refurbished or not but Back Market so far have seemed reliable, sent me the invoice, sent me speedy emails and notifications. On the sellers part, they delivered a well refurbished product. Would strongly advice to buy the case at the same time to make sure you dont get any further scratches.
Reviewed in United Kingdom on 29 December 2024
iPad Pro 11 (2020) 2nd gen 256 GB - Wi-Fi - Space GraySearches so popular you can't sit with them
At Back Market, customers save up to 50% off compared to the price of new on certified refurbished iPad mini models. The best part is, you don't have to sacrifice performance quality in order to save money; all refurbished devices on our marketplace have been fully reconditioned, cleaned, inspected and tested to the same standards as a new one. This is the biggest difference between buying a used or second hand iPad mini compared to a refurbished one.
Buying a reconditioned iPad mini is also an environmentally friendly option. A refurbished iPad mini is often a second hand device that has been restored and updated to meet manufacturer standards, which means you'll be helping to keep old iPad minis out of our landfills, reduce electronic waste, and minimise your carbon footprint.
Which iPad should I buy? A model and price guide
If you're looking for cheaper iPad mini options and don't want to pay full price, you'll find the biggest selection, highest product quality and lowest prices on restored iPad mini models at Back Market. That's because we specialise specifically in refurbished tech and take the time to carefully vet every seller on our marketplace to ensure customers are getting reliable devices that perform like-new. We have several refurbed iPad mini in price ranges to fit almost anyone's budget.
Staying true to our brand, we're also a huge advocate for environmental change. In fact, at the beginning of 2023, we hit a milestone for preventing 1 million tons of carbon emission (CO2e) from entering the atmosphere. You can help contribute to a better circular economy when you shop iPad mini deals on our platform.
If you're a first time refurbished buyer, you might not be sure what to expect from your purchase. First, understand that your iPad mini may have external cosmetic flaws depending on the condition you choose (Back Market offers devices of Fair, Good and Excellent quality). However, whatever the condition, any external blemishes will not affect the performance of your iPad mini and you can expect your device to perform as if it were newly opened directly from the store.
You should also be confident that your iPad mini is backed by a 1-year warranty, meaning in the rare case that any defects arise (outside of accidental damage) within 12 months of your delivery date, then you're entitled to your choice of a repair, replacement or reimbursement.
All iPad mini purchases on Back Market come with free standard shipping, a 1-year warranty, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. We want to make sure you can shop with confidence and find the best iPad mini for your needs at lower prices.
Only the iPad mini 5th generation (2019) will work with the Apple Pencil 1st generation, and the iPad mini 6th generation (2021) will work with the Apple Pencil 2nd generation only. Maximise your productivity and creativity with an Apple Pencil from Back Market.
The main advantages of an iPad mini over its siblings is the handy portability to carry one wherever you go. It also packs enough processing power to meet your basic daily needs with leisure and business activities such as gaming, surfing the web, streaming, or checking emails to name a few. The iPad Air and iPad Pro come with a little extra that is arguably designed for more tedious tasks where a bigger screen is required.