Under the tree, we only see them, the Xbox Series S or X, the Nintendo Switch, or the much sought-after PS5. After feverishly tearing the packaging, you are like Andy, the little boy from Toy Story, quickly unplugging your old console to replace it with the new one, as precious as a brand new Buzz Lightyear. But a few days later, a question becomes pressing: what are you going to do with your old and faithful companion. Admittedly, it is a bit outdated, but it still functions as it did on the first day, and there is no doubt that it could meet the expectations of other players, less attracted by novelty, or perhaps less fortunate? What if you made a gesture for the planet, while recovering part of your initial investment? Nothing could be simpler, you just have to resell it on Back Market as part of the Buyback program.
The concept
This French company, founded in 2014, has in a few years become the leading European marketplace for the resale of refurbished electrical and electronic devices. Its great strength lies in having known how to set up a controlled ecosystem, allowing individuals to buy and sell their old products with confidence, from companies specializing in this activity. Thanks to a drastic selection and rigorous monitoring of providers; a guarantee of at least twelve months on all devices; As well as a simplified buying and selling procedure, Back Market has succeeded in making refurbished devices as attractive as new products. If the platform focuses on the sale and repurchase of electrical and electronic devices, it is because they are those whose manufacture and recycling are the most damaging for the environment. However, it is easy to extend their lifespan, in order to benefit consumers anxious to interrupt the infernal spiral of overconsumption, or wishing to afford a quality product, at a price much lower than new. . A great implementation of the circular economy, which tends to avoid the waste of resources and the production of waste.
How it works
We are of course thinking of smartphones and tablets, which are among the best-selling devices on the Back Market, but the marketplace offers thousands of other products, from headphones to TVs, including drones, devices photo, small and large household appliances and of course, video game consoles. To separate from yours, it’s very simple, you just have to connect to Back Market from your computer or via the free app for Android and iOS, and select the Sell option. Then choose “Game consoles” in the menu then select the make and model, indicate whether it is functional, and finally its condition. You will then instantly receive the best trade-in offer among those offered by the companies in the Back Market network. All you have to do is create an account if you haven’t already done so, enter your IBAN to obtain payment by bank transfer, and finally print the free shipping form. Total duration of the operation: 5 minutes! Please note, be sure to indicate precisely the condition of the device – a guide is there to help you – because if it does not correspond to the buyer’s assessment, the latter may revise his offer downwards. Be aware, however, that if you refuse the new price, the product will be returned to you free of charge.