UR Reviews 

19,474
TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.6

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Review summary

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Considering 9,934 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Shoppers frequently share that the refurbished mobile devices arrive remarkably fast and look pristine, easily matching their expectations for top-notch quality. Many individuals deeply appreciate the great prices and smooth delivery service, finding the overall transaction straightforward and pleasant. However, some people mentioned encountering frustrating delays when trying to receive payment for devices they traded in or sold. Buyers noted waiting many weeks or even months for their funds to clear, frequently experiencing poor communication and a lack of helpful updates from the support staff during the process.

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Product

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Delivery service

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of delivery service, noting that packages arrive very quickly, often... See more

Quality

Users describe positive interactions with quality, expressing high satisfaction with devices received in... See more

Price

Consumers find price to be ambiguous, with highly mixed feelings regarding valuations and costs. While many... See more

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good price fast delivery , condition was good , not perfect but was pre owned good choice of colours aswell No issues so far

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very high quality refurnished phone that was sent to me in 2 days. the phone was loose in the packaging box with a cable and shaking around in the post which could have damaged it. I would recomment... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Came quickly, in good condition as far as I can tell, only down side is that the battery doesn't appear to be Apple so i can't tell what capacity it has because the phone won't "talk" to it, otherwise... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great service very prompt and a great phone at a very good price.. Will recommend 👍


Company details

  1. Telephone Company
  2. Cell Phone Accessory Store
  3. Cell Phone Recycling and Unlocking Service
  4. Cell Phone Store

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Phones with history are the future ✌🏼 Our quality refurbished phones are guaranteed to be great, for ur pennies 💷 and ur planet 🌏 Shop now 👇🏼 Each and every phone that passes through our UK based workshops undergoes tests and checks 90 times over. It's this rigorous 90 point phone check that ensures ur phones are always fit for your pocket. Carried out by our expert phone engineers with unrivalled tech knowhow, ur phones are scored to the strictest diagnostic criteria in the industry. This robust refurbishment process is what gives ur phones their Approved Used status. Approved by our specialists, to be used by you and yours. Once checked and approved, our engineers certify each device with its own Certificate of Identification and Functionality. Giving it the green light to join the Circle.


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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t recycle your old device!

Beware if you are thinking of trading in your old phone.

My experience so far I accepted a revised offer on 20 July and so far still not received the payment despite receiving infrequent emails notifying me the payment is nearly complete.

If you want hasslefree recycling of your old device avoid this company!

20 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

only 1 star as cannot leave 0

only 1 star as cannot leave 0
I sent phone in Jul had email of revised offer i accepted and 31 july had email saying payment in "final stages"

Now september no payment and several emails saying they have a backlog (thats a them problem not a me problem) latest email yesterday says payment due aug 2027 - outrageous
AVOID USING THIS COMPANY

5 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely shocking Robbing sods

Absolutely shocking sent my phone to them accepted there offer and terms and 2 months later still no payment and now their saying they won’t be making payment until April 2027!!! It what world is that legal

6 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY FOR SELLING…

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY FOR SELLING YOUR DEVICES!!!!!

It is just a scam operation and nothing more. Sent them an iPhone of which they agreed to pay £75 for, and they received it on the 5th JUNE. They approved the condition and stated this is when the 14-30 day payment window would start.

Had to chase multiple times, then had an email at the start of JULY stating payment was nearly complete, and would be in the next FEW DAYS. It is now SEPTEMBER and they refuse to pay me or send my phone back.

Latest email said my payment date is JUNE 2027!!! I’ve had to raise a formal complaint as a last ditch before going to small claims court.

AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!

5 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not paid for my trade in

Traded in my second hand phone. They originally knocked the price down despite me choosing the condition which was accurate. It’s now been with them for months without payment - I’ve chased on multiple occasions, only to be told they are having delays and my payment has been prioritised (clearly not!).

I’m months down the line now, still have not been paid and I’m informed they don’t have a formal complaint procedure.

Avoid at all costs. This is clearly a scam.

6 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

!!!*****AVOID AT ALL COSTS *****!!!

!!!*****AVOID AT ALL COSTS *****!!!
Extremely disappointed with UR. I have now been told that I need to wait until July 2027 for payment, despite this timeframe never being agreed. I have also been refused the return of my devices. This is completely unacceptable, and I am now seeking legal advice regarding the matter.

1 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Fraudulent company

Fraudulent company. Sold them 2 phones in June.
Still have not paid me despite countless emails and phone call

Avoid!!!
Better using cash convertor or cex!!

19 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not stick to agreed payment timelines

Accepted offer on the 18th June, was told "we expect [your payment] to be completed in the next 14-30 working days." Have not been paid nearly three months later despite contacting them multiple time. It's unbelievable they're able to operate like this. Clearly having cash flow issues AVOID

18 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Still waiting, only 11 months left until "payment"

If there was an option to give "this so called company" less than one star then I would.
This company are completely fraudulent. Having sent my device on the 20th of June 2026 the latest email I have received today, is that I will get my money for my device on 5th AUGUST 2027!
Do not use these jokers.

20 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE!!!!

DO NOT USE!!!!! I sent my phone to them on 19th of May and still have not been paid. Like everyone else said they confirmed payment of £240 then changed to £110. I have chased, I have called trading standards and sent them a letter as I was told to by trading standards which they have confirmed they’ve received and still nothing aside from excuses from Wendy. Don’t stop trying to get your money, these people can’t get away with it!

19 May 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DON'T USE THIS COMPANY

It's 73 days since they emailed to say it would be 14 to 30 days for me to receive payment. I have received a email stating my payment will be 31/08/2027. Avoid this despicable company.

24 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Phone

iPhone 14 Plus, arrived on time & in excellent condition as stated. Phone was loose in the box though so could have been damaged, but wasn’t. Would be better if wrapped in bubble wrap.
Phone works perfectly & was easy to set up.
Very happy with purchase, thank you.

28 August 2026
Unprompted review

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