Grest Refurbished iPhone Grades Explained: Fair, Good and Superb

When buying a refurbished iPhone from Grest, you'll see three condition grades: Fair, Good and Superb. These grades make it easier to choose an iPhone based on its cosmetic condition, battery health and budget.

But what is the actual difference between them?

Here’s a simple breakdown of Grest’s refurbished iPhone grades so you know exactly what to expect before making a purchase.

What Do Grest's iPhone Grades Mean?

Grest uses three grades Fair, Good and Superb to describe the condition of refurbished iPhones.

The main difference is the phone's cosmetic condition and battery health. So, if you're comparing two iPhones of the same model and storage, the grade can help you decide whether you'd rather spend less or get a device with fewer visible signs of use.

Fair: Maximum Savings

A Fair-grade iPhone is the most budget-friendly option.

The phone can display numerous marks, dents and scratches on the frame. The screen remains intact, and the battery health is 80%+.

If cosmetic marks don't bother you and your priority is getting an iPhone at a lower price, Fair can be a practical choice.

Best for: Buyers who prioritise savings over cosmetic appearance.

Good: A Balance of Price and Condition

A Good-grade iPhone has minor signs of use, with an intact screen and minimal scratches.

Battery health is 85%+.

This grade works well if you want a clean-looking iPhone but don't necessarily need it to have the most premium cosmetic condition.

Best for: Buyers looking for a balance between price and appearance.

Superb: Excellent Cosmetic Condition

A Superb-grade iPhone is for buyers who want excellent cosmetic condition.

The device has very minimal wear and comes with 85%+ battery health.

If you want your refurbished iPhone to have an appearance that's as close to new as possible, Superb is the grade to consider.

Best for: Buyers who prioritise cosmetic condition.

Fair vs Good vs Superb: What's the Difference?

Which Grest iPhone Grade Should You Choose?

There isn't one grade that's right for everyone. It depends on what matters more to you: price or appearance.

Choose Fair if you want to spend as little as possible and are comfortable with visible signs of use.

Choose Good if you want a middle ground , minor cosmetic wear while keeping the price reasonable.

Choose Superb if the appearance of your iPhone matters to you and you'd prefer a device with very minimal wear.

The good part is that you don't have to compromise on the iPhone model you want simply because of its condition. You can choose the grade that fits your budget and preference.

Does a Lower Grade Mean a Different iPhone Experience?

Not necessarily.

The grade is there to help you understand the physical condition of the device. The iPhone model itself remains the same.

For example, if you're choosing between a Fair and Superb iPhone 15, both are still iPhone 15 models. The difference you're looking at is primarily their cosmetic condition and battery-health grade.

Grest also puts its iPhones through 50+ quality checks before they are approved for sale. These checks cover important areas of the device, including hardware, battery, display, cameras and connectivity.

You can read more about how Grest tests every iPhone before sale to understand what goes into the testing process.

Which Grade Gives You the Best Value?

If you're focused purely on getting the lowest price, Fair gives you the most budget-friendly option.

If you want to balance price, appearance and battery health, Good can be the middle ground.

And if you want excellent cosmetic condition, Superb is the natural choice.

Ultimately, Grest's grading system lets you choose how you want to spend your budget whether that's saving more on the device or paying a little more for a cleaner appearance.

Once you've decided which grade suits you, you can explore Grest's refurbished iPhone collection and compare the models, storage options and grades currently available.

So before choosing your refurbished iPhone, don't just look at the model and storage. Check the grade too. It can make a noticeable difference to both the price and the condition of the device you receive.