Gazelle vs Mac of All Trades: which is better for refurbished Apple?

Gazelle for cheaper iPhones (from $95 against $455), more listings (193 against 179) and cheaper iPads (from $65 against $73). Mac of All Trades for MacBooks, which Gazelle does not sell and iMacs, which Gazelle does not sell.

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Neither is cheapest for iPhones: Back Market starts at $86 today.

Where Gazelle and Mac of All Trades differ

Each store's own terms. A check marks the better one where we can rank it.

Gazelle Mac of All Trades

Warranty

1 monthA year warranty coverage is possible for an extra
1 monthAccidental plans available up to 5 years

Returns

30 days
30 daysHassle-free return policy

Battery

Above 80% capacity
Batteries are guaranteed to be in normal condition when shipped, and their exact lifespan will vary.

Accessories

Only a compatible charger is included
Compatible power adapter and cable

Shipping

FreeFree Shipping to the lower 48 States
FreeFree shipping on all orders. Expedited as soon as next day for an additional cost.

Paying

Installments availablePossible with Affirm starting at 0% APR. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Affirm
Installments availableStarting at 0% APR Affirm and Klarna. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Paypal, Affirm, Klarna, Bitpay

Student discount

Not stated
Yes1.5% Cashback

The grades at Gazelle next to those at Mac of All Trades

Same letter, different words. Every grade works fully; the grade describes looks. The photos follow the device you picked above.

Gazelle Mac of All Trades

Excellent

The best condition Gazelle has to offer. The screen and body of these devices are in excellent condition.

Excellent

Minimal wear based on the age of the product.
Grade A: Almost no visible marks

AAlmost no visible marks

Good

The screens of these devices are in very good condition. There are light scuffs or nicks that do not affect the functionality of the phone.

Very Good

May include minor blemishes and/or dent(s) on casing. The screens are clear when powered on.
Grade B: Light marks on the body

BLight marks on the body

Fair

The screens of these devices are in good condition. There is some wear and tear that does not affect the functionality of the phone.

Good

Clear signs of usage. May include display imperfections that do not impact product usability.
Grade C: Visible marks on body and screen

CVisible marks on body and screen

Gazelle or Mac of All Trades?

Is Gazelle or Mac of All Trades cheaper for refurbished Apple devices?

Gazelle is cheaper: its lowest refurbished iPhone costs $95, against $455 at Mac of All Trades, as of October 30, 2026. Gazelle is also cheaper for iPads ($65 against $73). Across all its devices, Gazelle starts at $65 and Mac of All Trades starts at $73. Prices come from RefurbMe's live listings and change daily.

Does Gazelle or Mac of All Trades have the longer warranty?

The warranty on refurbished Apple devices lasts 1 month at both Gazelle and Mac of All Trades, as of October 30, 2026. On returns, the figures are 30 days at Gazelle and 30 days at Mac of All Trades. Each figure is the minimum every listing at the store carries, so some listings come with more.

Does Gazelle or Mac of All Trades give longer to return a device?

Gazelle and Mac of All Trades both give at least 30 days to return a refurbished Apple device, as of October 30, 2026. On warranty, the figures are 1 month at Gazelle and 1 month at Mac of All Trades. Mac of All Trades's policy says: "Hassle-free return policy."

How do the grades at Gazelle and Mac of All Trades compare?

Gazelle sells refurbished Apple devices in Excellent, Good and Fair; Mac of All Trades sells Excellent, Very Good and Good. The same name can mean different things at each store, so compare each store's own wording. Every grade works fully; the grade only describes how the casing and screen look.

Does Gazelle or Mac of All Trades have more refurbished Apple devices?

Refurbished Apple devices in RefurbMe's live listings, as of October 30, 2026: 193 at Gazelle, against 179 at Mac of All Trades. By device: 157 iPhones against 6 and 36 iPads against 30. Gazelle has more listings in 2 of the 2 device types both stores sell.

Is there a cheaper option than Gazelle and Mac of All Trades?

For refurbished iPhones, yes: Back Market starts at $86 in RefurbMe's live listings, as of October 30, 2026, against $95 at the cheaper of Gazelle and Mac of All Trades. Back Market has 873 iPhones listed. Its warranty lasts 1 year, with 30-day returns.

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