Can I buy a refurbished product as a gift?

Yes. A refurbished Apple product makes an excellent gift. The device is fully tested, comes with a warranty, and costs significantly less than buying new.

Tips for gift buying

• Choose Apple-refurbished for the best presentation: Products from the Apple Refurbished Store come in branded Apple packaging with all original accessories. This gives the closest experience to unboxing a new product.
• Check the return policy: Make sure the seller offers a return or exchange window long enough to cover the time between purchase and gifting. Compare return policies across refurbishers.
• Consider the recipient's needs: Make sure you are buying the right storage size, color, and carrier (for iPhones). If you are unsure, you can always set a price alert and wait for the right deal.
• iPhones and carrier compatibility: If you are buying a refurbished iPhone, check whether the recipient's carrier is compatible. Unlocked phones work with any carrier and are the safest gift choice.

Does the recipient need to know it is refurbished?

That is entirely up to you. A Grade A (Excellent) refurbished product looks and functions like new. The recipient will have full warranty coverage and can contact the seller if they have any issues.