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Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars with 171 reviews

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  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Durability

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Comfort

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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82%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the overall performance, condition, battery life, functionality, and fitness tracking of the Geek Squad Certified Refurbished Watch Series 8. Many customers report the watch arrived in perfect condition and enjoy its connectivity and extended battery life. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding the screen quality and receiving the wrong band size.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Band size

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    45mm watch came with 40mm band

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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.

    My 45mm series 8 apple watch came with a used (and dirty) 40mm band that wont work with my watch.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Screen quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Who are they kidding?

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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.

    They sent me somebody's musty old watch. It's completely scratched up. Dirty Wristband. Yellowed charger. The watch is not locked, but it's definitely not refurbished. "Used: poor condition" would be more appropriate.

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

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing watch with a lot of comfort with just the basic band. Wear it during sleep comfortably and all day comfortably

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

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Bad experience/ waste of time

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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.

    The screen had 3 big hits, I know its refurbished, but I was expecting better conditions coming from the original “Apple and Best Buy”, the charger also full of scratches, not original packaging, an extra sm band. But no girl, waste of time.

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

    Apple Watch

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

    I’m very happy with my new watch, it syncs perfectly with all of my other devices.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Not Happy

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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.

    The watch came with a blue band, no charger and completely dead.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent deal

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

    I bought a refurbished series 9 which was an upgrade from the series 4 that I lost. I love it. Longer battery life and gifh quality even though it came in a ziploc bag. I didn’t need the instructions but I did have to update my iPhone and the best part is all of my precious watch bands fit. I’m now looking to replace my pc with a refurbished laptop and a replace my iPhone as well. The open box special is amazing and is now my only way to buy electronics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Functionality, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing Value: Refurbished Apple Watch

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

    I recently purchased a refurbished Apple Watch from Best Buy, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The watch arrived in like-new condition, and I have not noticed any wear or defects at all. It functions perfectly, just as expected. I highly recommend checking out Best Buy's refurbished section—especially in this economy, it's a great way to snag quality products at a bargain price. Overall, a fantastic deal!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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

    I was a bit skeptical at first especially considering it’s a refurbished Apple Watch, but Best Buy is usually good about product quality. It came practically unused and is in great shape.. I’m surprised honestly haha. The battery life is amazing, when mine charges to 100% it lasts 8-10 hours especially since I leave the display off. If you’re on a budget and looking for a watch, Best Buy is definitely a solid choice, I got mine for $219.99 (plus tax $240) and it came in under two weeks. I’d definitely say if you want a secure pick up please don’t get it shipped to you, pick it up from the store so if something goes wrong the process is much easier.

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

    Vast improvement

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

    Going from an iwatch 4 to this iwatch 8 is a night and day difference. It’s nice to have a watch. That’s not dead by 2:30 in the afternoon anymore. Only issue I have was there were some scratches on the screen when I received it. Not bad enough to really hamper the view, but still a little noticeable. Overall, really satisfied.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Supper smart watch ⌚

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

    Good product and works well, not a single issue since I bought it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Condition, Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Apple watch

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

    It was like brand new when I received it. There have been no issues. Great watch!!

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

    Nice Watch

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

    The watch is operating without any issues. It had minor abrasions on th face but I bought the covers and more bands so that’s not an issue for me. It’s easy to transfer from another watch due to the user friendly instructions by the watch. I would purchase again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    First Apple Watch

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

    Enjoying my first Apple Watch. Other than battery life, it completely blows away my previous smart watches. Highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Condition, Functionality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good Refurbished Watch

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

    This refurbished watch came in looking good. Works fine. As described on post.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Trying something new(ish)

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

    While the refurbished watch arrived with no instructions for a first-time Apple Watch user...I was finally able to get it charged and it has worked fine for a couple of months so far. I'm a fan, but I think that starting with an older, cheaper version was the right choice for me. Some of the problems in the reviews had me nervous (especially when it arrived with no juice and seemed uninterested in taking a charge initially...), but since then, I have had no problems with it.

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

    Great Watch and Price Point!

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

    I am an Apple fan for sure, and this is my first iWatch. For anyone thinking, “Meh, I don’t need an iWatch because I have a iPhone.” You do need an iWatch it is such an amazing compliment to the iPhone. It sets up so easily and learning how to navigate is intuitive if you are already integrated in the Apple ecosystem. What I like most is the ability to watch my Blood Pressure by beats per minute, and the heart rhythm monitoring provides a peace of mind as tool to monitor my health. I strongly recommend the iWatch 8, and I am writing this as the IWatch 10 is already available. I think the iWatch 8 perfectly fine for the price point and maybe I’ll look into an upgrade later but this meets all of my needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Fitness tracking, Functionality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Recently Retired

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

    Recently retired and bought the Apple Watch to monitor health, fitness and safety. I have not worn a watch since the late 80s. The Apple Watch syncs with my iPhone and iPad. Great piece of technology. Really meets my needs as a senior citizen. The Apple Watch provides me with the structure that I missed once I retired.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Take a chance.

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

    Loving my watch and all the functions. Works and looks just like new. Best deal every.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Purchase

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

    usually, I’m hesitant about buying electronics online, but I’ve been needing a new watch for a while since I’ve been using the series 3 for quite some time now the reviews look good. There were some negative reviews, but I still kept my hope since it was an inexpensive refurbished watch order the day I was expecting it to come delivered by a very nice woman caught me a little off guard since I was expecting a UPS truck open the watch and it was in beautiful condition. It was almost like I was unboxing a new watch charger perfectly fine and not a single scratch or defect on the watch the watch worked perfectly fine smoothly and is just like if I bought a brand new one at full price because of this purchase put more trust into buying online more specifically Best Buy Refurbishment department.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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