[Promo Code] My First Refurbished MacBook Pro Purchase on Back Market

I recently tried Back Market for the first time—a marketplace for refurbished phones, tablets, and laptops—and bought an M1 MacBook Pro through their Japan storefront. I was genuinely impressed by both the service and the condition of the device. In this article I share what that purchase was like and why refurbished gear can be a smart option.

I am also sharing a referral code that can save ¥2,000 on eligible first orders. Enter it at checkout in the promotion-code field. These notes come from my own experience buying in Japan, so treat prices, eligibility, and availability as things to double-check on Back Market's site before you order.

What is Back Market?

Back Market is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics, founded in France in 2014. It focuses on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and related gear that has gone through professional inspection and refurbishment.

Trust and reputation

Back Market emphasizes quality checks and customer support. Products typically include a one-year warranty and a 30-day return window, which made the purchase feel much safer than a typical peer-to-peer deal.

What does "refurbished" mean?

Refurbished devices are pre-owned or returned units that technicians inspect, repair, clean, and restore to a reliable working condition before resale.

Benefits

• Better value
  You can often save a lot compared with buying new.
• Warranty included
  Many listings include formal protection, not just a handshake deal.
• Lower environmental impact
  Reusing devices reduces e-waste and stretches the life of existing hardware.

What to check before buying

• Buy from a clear refurbishment process
  Read how the seller grades, tests, and supports the item.
• Understand the condition grade
  Cosmetic and functional condition can vary by grade, so compare listings carefully.

For many buyers, refurbished is a practical balance of quality, price, and sustainability.

Product range

Back Market carries a wide catalog, including:

• Smartphones
  Major brands from recent flagships to older popular models.
• Tablets
  Mostly iPads, plus other tablet brands.
• Laptops
  MacBooks, Windows machines, and models from brands such as HP and ASUS.
• Game consoles
  PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and related hardware.
• Accessories
  Items such as Apple Pencil, AirPods, and Magic Mouse when available.

Environmental angle

Choosing refurbished helps keep working electronics in circulation instead of sending them straight to landfill. Back Market positions itself around more sustainable consumption.

My purchase experience in Japan

Below is what stood out during my own MacBook Pro purchase on Back Market Japan.

Why I switched

I had been using an Intel MacBook Pro for years, but Lightroom's Denoise workflow was taking too long. I decided to move to an M1 MacBook Pro and compared price, warranty, and seller trust. Back Market ended up feeling like the safest value option.

I had also looked at Japanese flea-market apps, where deals are often person-to-person. That can be cheap, but warranty and accountability are much weaker. Back Market felt more predictable on both fronts.

Checkout flow

The site was easy to navigate. I compared condition grades and prices, then chose an M1 MacBook Pro with 8 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD. Checkout took only a few minutes.

Delivery and first impression

The laptop arrived within a few days. Packaging was careful, the machine looked far better than I expected for refurbished stock, and the included accessories were complete enough to start using it right away.

Referral program

Back Market's referral program gives first-time buyers a ¥2,000 discount on eligible orders. Each valid use also grants the referrer ¥2,000 in store credit. Generated promotion codes remain valid for one year.

How to use the code

Create an account

Visit the Back Market Japan storefront and sign up.

Choose a product

Add the item you want to your cart.

Enter the promotion code

On the payment page, paste this referral code into the promotion-code field:
Referral code: 58e5ad69281561da

Apply the discount

On eligible first orders over ¥14,000, the ¥2,000 discount applies. Only one code may be used per order, it cannot be combined with other offers, and benefits may be voided if the order is cancelled, returned, or refunded.

Bottom line

Back Market was a strong option for buying a refurbished MacBook Pro in Japan: good condition, clear checkout, and meaningful warranty support. If you are comparing refurbished marketplaces, it is worth a look—just verify current promo rules on the site before you buy.