Grading & conditions

Know exactly what grade you are buying.

Every label on the price board and stock gallery maps to a clear standard. Used grades cover cosmetics; condition types cover how the stock was sourced. Here is what each one means.

How we grade

Three rules behind every grade.

Function is checked first, cosmetics are graded openly, and special batches are confirmed by your sales contact before you order.

Function first

Used A and AB+ must be fully functional; Grade B must pass core-function testing. Every graded unit clears function checks before it is listed.

Cosmetics graded clearly

Grades separate light wear, visible marks, and heavier scratches or dents — so the photo you see matches the grade you buy.

Sales-confirmed for special batches

For special-status stock such as ASIS+, your sales contact can confirm the exact batch details before you commit to an order.

Used cosmetic grades

A / AB+ / B — for inspected second-hand stock.

Used grades describe cosmetics and screen condition. All three pass function testing; they differ in how much visible wear is allowed.

APremium

Light wear, fully functional

  • Passes all function tests.
  • Screen may show very faint marks, visible only under strong light at an angle.
  • Body or frame may have minor blemishes that do not affect overall looks.
  • No unknown parts, no battery-service notice, Find My off, no carrier/SIM/MDM lock.
AB+Balanced

Visible wear, fully functional

  • Passes all function tests.
  • Visible scratches or light dents allowed; front and back glass have no cracks.
  • Screen may show several marks, visible at close range or under strong light.
  • No unknown parts, no battery-service notice, Find My off, no carrier/SIM/MDM lock.
BWholesale

Heavier scratches or dents

  • Passes core-function testing.
  • Glass or frame may have deeper scratches or dents.
  • Front and back have no cracks.
  • LCD acceptable; non-OLED models may show light LCD burn-in.
  • No unknown parts, no battery-service notice, Find My off, no carrier/SIM/MDM lock.
Stock condition types

Brand New · CPO · ASIS · ASIS+

These are independent stock types, not cosmetic sub-grades of Used. They describe how the unit was sourced and packaged.

Brand New

Factory sealed

Original, unopened state from Apple or authorized channels, with original packaging and accessories. Apple warranty applies once activated.

100% newOriginal sealWarranty on activation
CPO

Certified refurbished

Apple certified pre-owned. Typically re-shelled with a new battery and repackaged; looks close to new and carries Apple-backed support.

Near-newOfficial CPO boxApple-backed
ASIS

As-is original state

Sold in original recovered condition — not refurbished, not deep-cleaned. Cosmetics and function vary by batch; suited to repair and parts channels.

Use-markedOften bare unitsRepair / parts ready
ASIS+

Higher ASIS batch

A better special-status batch than standard ASIS, still sold as special-status stock. Confirm exact details with sales before ordering.

Better ASIS batchSpecial statusSales-confirmed
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