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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 61 reviews

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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85%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the condition and performance of the Geek Squad Certified Refurbished 7.9-Inch iPad mini (5th Generation). Many appreciate its speed and responsiveness. Some customers noted minor screen imperfections and inconsistencies with charging. Overall, the positive feedback on condition and performance outweighs the negative comments regarding the screen and charging.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good condition.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s almost like iphone but ipad is a little bigger. It’s perfect for gaming, writing and movies. Thanks!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Tablet

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product!! Tiny sratch but you can hardly notice it... wish i could keep it, but i was looking for an unlocked device with sim insert.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Condition

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is one of my favorite purchases and was in EXCELLENT condition.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been eyeing this ipad for months and was happy that best buy gives you the opportunity to purchase refurbished items that are like new. I'm enjoying my ipad and look forward to purchasing more quality electronics!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Charging

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Faulty charging port from the get-go

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unfortunately, it came out of the box with faulty charging port -- it was my fault I did not return it immediately but I wanted to believe it would still charge, but it finally quit charging altogether even with "playing" with the cable placement. I tried it with multiple cables that I verified work with all my other Apple Lightning-port devices (older iPad, PowerBeats Pro case, iPhone 11), but it was always a problem with this device. I am sad to say that I will never buy another "Geek Squad" refurbished unit without testing it at the store before accepting it so I can return it immediately if it has any issues.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Sent me an iPad mini 2

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sent me an iPad mini 2. I paid for rush delivery for a trip. I reached out to online customer service and they tell me to go to the store. I go to the store, they tell me there is nothing they can do for me and to call customer service. I spend an hour with customer service who tells me I can get a refund (not a replacement) if I print labels and bring it back wasting more of my time. I ask to speak to a manager and they tell me they are busy. Now I have no tablet for my trip because best by screwed me over over a $300 tablet even though I spent 3 grand on a fridge there a few months ago. Also shipping box was destroyed when it got to my house. Best buy customer service is Absolutely awful.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad review

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The iPad was great my sister loved it. It was honestly a great gift

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don’t buy nothing use this is how it came

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    More then . 3 years buying ant Best Buy into I buy something use and it came in a regular bag this mini ipad a was specting to come in a bag or they regular boxes look igly was a gift make it look like bad bad

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance
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    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good condition refurb

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    4.5 starts. This iPad looks like it was owned for a week or two. Has a micro scratch or two on the screen, nothing you can notice without searching. Performance is snappy and does not lag, runs all of my photo edit apps really well. I have never owned a newer ipad or iPhone, usually a couple years behind at least. That said, I would buy this again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. So easy to use. Great speed, great display. Light.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Refurbished rocks

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm always happy to find refurbished tech that fits my needs. This iPad has worked out great. An upsize from the mini I've been using for years but the size is just right for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect gift

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Never had problems, great price. Best Buy made it really easy to purchase and help with any problems I could have.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iPad for my son

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s amazing. With 3 kids, it’s hard to get things like this for my kids. It was cheaper than other places. My son is going to learn faster by using the iPad with this app program that teaches kids letters, numbers, how to identify things. Amazing. It’s not too big and not too small for him.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Ok

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    To me refurbished is an item that is 80 new got repair the iPad I got look it got work on and what’s funny I got a cable that is not an Apple and plug from mottorolla

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Ipad Mini

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works perfect. Battery life is very good. Works great wil be purchasing another for my son.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Condition

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great Christmas Gift

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The item was a Christmas gift and it didn’t disappoint. It arrived quickly and was in excellent shape. It works great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bought Refurbished, Still looks new.

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this iPad refurbished and it is still brand new. It is an older model but I prefer the home button.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product that works great. My last one was old so i decided to buy a new one. Always love apple ipads

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Condition

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mini ipad

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    In great condition and works perfect. I’m very satisfied with my purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mini ipad 5

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great it works just like new so far. I am very happy with this mini ipad 5

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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