How to Buy a Used MacBook Pro for $500 or Less

You’ve heard it before – don’t buy cheap, buy smart! In some instances, you can have both – inexpensive and smart! A new MacBook Pro can make a dent in your wallet, and with a price tag of around $2,500, it may set you back financially.

Refurbished laptops may not sound appealing initially, but suffice it to say, you will be getting the newest OS for $500 or less, in near mint condition, and guaranteed to work like new!  If you’ve never bought a pre-owned or refurbished electronic, you and your wallet are in for a pleasant surprise.

And if you follow the simple steps below, you will have an excellent MacBook Pro for less than $500. You’re welcome!

Ready to shop? Check online store reviews!

You already know the importance of checking online reviews. When buying pre-owned and refurbished electronics, it is even more important to check the reviews from past buyers. Within a few minutes, you will be able to find the best source to fill your MacBook Pro needs. (For example, check out our reviews!)

What are your requirements?

It will save time if you list your requirements in advance. How much RAM and storage do you need? Do you have a preferred OS? Does the size of the screen matter? Make a shortlist and include any extra features you would love but don’t need, along with your budget.

Check the inventory against your requirements.

You may be surprised how many refurbished MacBook Pros will meet your needs and budget. Review the prices versus the specs and if there are a few that will work, go ahead and narrow it down to the top three. When looking at certified refurbished MacBook Pro laptops, you can be confident that you are getting a machine in perfect working order.

Use the comparison tool

Most online electronic stores offer comparison tools to enable their shoppers to check the details and specifications of a few machines simultaneously. This “at a glance” view makes it easier to see the similarities and differences. One may have a bonus feature the others don’t or a slightly newer OS. Compare based on what is important to you, and narrow it down to “the one.”

What to do if you’re still not sure?

Some decisions are more challenging than others, which is often the case when buying a laptop. You don’t want buyer’s remorse, wishing you would have purchased “the other one.” We highly recommend discussing your options with one of the expert techs involved in the refurbishing and sales process. They know the ins and outs of each machine, so they are prepared and highly qualified to help with your decision.

DVWarehouse has a large inventory and expert assistance!

Don’t waste a minute second-guessing yourself! We know buying a laptop can get confusing, especially if you’re not a tech geek.

We understand that your goal is to buy a computer that will run perfectly without technical hiccups down the road. We want our customers to feel pleased with their purchase, so we offer a 90-day warranty to give them peace of mind. Check out our current Used MacBook Pro collection today, and you’ll see what we mean!