Grading and Conditions Scale

Device-Grading-Checklist

Phone grading is a rating system for refreshed or refurbished phones to give buyers an idea of the quality of phone they’re purchasing. The phone grade rates the cosmetic condition of the phone, not the battery health, whether it’s unlocked, or even if it’s not stolen. To ensure you’re purchasing a refurbished phone you can trust, we offer a free certified Device History Report or get the IMEI number so you can run your own IMEI Device History Report on it.

What Are the Most Common Phone Grades?

The most common phone grades are A, B, and C.

Grade A—Just like in school, an A grade is the best. A Grade A rating means the used phone is almost like new. It shows very few signs of use, with minimal scuffs and no scratches or chips.

Grade B—A Grade B means there are some light scuffs and scratches. While this means the refurbished phone isn’t in mint condition, it usually helps lower the price without too much damage showing

Grade C—With a Grade C rating, the used phone still works, but there’s a lot of evidence of wear and tear. If you’re fine with a phone that has seen better days cosmetically but could still work just fine, a C grade will save you even more.


GRADE A / EXCELLENT CONDITION

CONDITION STATUS:

  • Pre-owned and in Excellent Condition
  • Very Minor Scratches/No Dents
  • Very Minor Scuffs On Screen/Housing
  • Cosmetically shows little sign of use

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • 90 Day Warranty Period
  • Data Wiped & Ready to Sell
  • Clean ESN/No iCloud/MDM Free/No FRP
  • 60 Point Software/Hardware Testing Passed
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GRADE C / FAIR CONDITION

CONDITION STATUS:

  • Pre-owned and in Fair Condition
  • Major Scratches
  • No Cracks
  • Heavy Scuffs On Screen/Housing

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • 90 Day Warranty Period
  • Data Wiped & Ready to Sell
  • Clean ESN/No iCloud/MDM Free/No FRP
  • 60 Point Software/Hardware Testing Passed
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GRADE B / GOOD CONDITION

CONDITION STATUS:

  • Pre-owned and in Good Condition
  • Heavier Scratches
  • No Cracks
  • Visible Scuffs On Screen/Housing

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • 90 Day Warranty Period
  • Data Wiped & Ready to Sell
  • Clean ESN/No iCloud/MDM Free/No FRP
  • 60 Point Software/Hardware Testing Passed
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GRADE D / TFM (No TouchID/FaceID)

CONDITION STATUS:

  • Pre-owned and in Mixed Grade Conditions, Generally B-C Grade
  • May or May not have Scratches/Scuffs On Screen/Housing
  • FaceID or TouchID Not Working

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • 90 Day Warranty Period
  • Data Wiped & Ready to Sell
  • Clean ESN/No iCloud/MDM Free/No FRP
  • 60 Point Software/Hardware Testing Passed with Failed Fingerprint Sensor
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