Battery health in refurbished iPhones explained

The battery in a refurbished iPhone explained

A common question about refurbished iPhones concerns the battery: how much capacity does it have left, and is that enough? In this guide, you will learn what battery health means, what you can expect, and when a battery upgrade is worth it.

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24-month warranty on the device At least 85% battery health Battery upgrade option available Free shipping to NL, BE & LU

What is battery health?

Every iPhone battery loses a small part of its capacity over time. This is normal and applies just as much to a new iPhone that you have been using for a while. Battery health indicates how much of the original capacity remains, expressed as a percentage.

A battery health of 100 percent means the battery still has its full original capacity. At 85 percent, the battery has 85 percent of that capacity remaining, which in practice is enough for a full day of use under normal conditions. You can always check the battery health of your iPhone yourself via Settings, Battery, Battery Health.

What you can expect from us

At Refurbished.nu, you have the choice between two options, so you can decide what suits your usage best.

Standard min. 85%

The battery has at least 85 percent capacity. More than enough for a normal day of use, including calling, texting, social media, photos, and music. The affordable and sustainable choice.

Battery upgrade 100%

A new battery with 100 percent capacity for those who want maximum peace of mind. The smart choice if you plan to use the iPhone for years to come without having to worry about the battery.

The battery upgrade includes a 1-year warranty.

Which batteries do we use? For the battery upgrade, we use high-quality OEM batteries. These are not original Apple batteries. The battery is installed and calibrated so that no error messages appear on your device. The battery upgrade comes with a 1-year warranty, in addition to the 24-month warranty on the device itself.

You can select the battery upgrade option on the product page. Please note that this may increase the delivery time by 1 to 2 working days.

Is 85 percent enough?

For most people, 85 percent is more than enough. For comparison: Apple considers a battery healthy as long as it is above 80 percent, and many people use their phones for years with a battery in that range without any problems. With normal use, you will comfortably get through a day with 85 percent.

If you are in doubt, or if you use your phone intensively, the battery upgrade to 100 percent is a small investment that will give you years of worry-free use. It all depends on what suits you best.

Normal use: 85 percent is perfectly fine for a full day of calling, texting, and social media.
Intensive use or long-term: consider the battery upgrade to 100 percent.
Always checkable: you can view the battery health yourself in the settings of your iPhone.

Frequently asked questions

What is the battery percentage of a refurbished iPhone?

At Refurbished.nu, our standard devices have a battery health of at least 85 percent. If you prefer 100 percent, you can choose the battery upgrade on the product page.

Is 85 percent battery enough for daily use?

Yes. With normal use, you will comfortably get through a full day with 85 percent. Apple considers a battery above 80 percent to be healthy, so 85 percent is well above that.

What does the battery upgrade entail?

With the battery upgrade, we install a new battery with 100 percent capacity. We use high-quality OEM batteries. These are not original Apple batteries. The battery is installed and calibrated so that no error message appears. The battery upgrade comes with a 1-year warranty.

Will I get an error message after a battery replacement?

No. We install and calibrate the battery in such a way that no notification regarding the battery appears on your device.

Can I check the battery health myself?

Yes. On your iPhone, go to Settings, then Battery, then Battery Health. There, you can see the maximum capacity of the battery as a percentage.

Is the battery covered by the warranty?

The device is covered by a 24-month warranty. The battery upgrade is covered by a 1-year warranty. If you have any questions about your device's battery, our Dutch-speaking customer service will be happy to help.

Does a battery last less time in a refurbished device?

No. A battery with 85 percent capacity functions perfectly well; it just has slightly less maximum capacity than when the device was new. This applies equally to any new iPhone that you have used for some time. If you want to start with 100 percent, you can choose the battery upgrade.

What are the shipping costs?

Shipping is free in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Shipping to other EU countries costs €10. We do not ship to Cyprus or Malta. If you order on a working day before 4:00 PM, your iPhone will be shipped the same day.

Check out our refurbished iPhones

Standard minimum of 85 percent battery health, with the option to upgrade to a 100 percent battery. 24-month warranty on the device and free shipping in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg.