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PUBLISHER: Fairfield Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1552448

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PUBLISHER: Fairfield Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1552448

Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market - Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (Europe)

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The refurbished and used mobile phones market in Europe is experiencing a substantial surge in demand, driven by consumers seeking cost-effective alternatives to new devices. In 2024, the market is projected to be valued at $18.2 billion, and by 2031, it is expected to reach a significant $38.59 billion, growing at a robust CAGR of 11.30%. As the cost of new smartphones continues to rise, an increasing number of individuals are turning to refurbished and used phones, which offer a budget-friendly solution without sacrificing quality. This market is expanding rapidly due to several key factors, including shorter smartphone upgrade cycles, heightened environmental awareness, and the growing use of e-commerce platforms.

Refurbished Phones: A Cost-Effective Solution

Refurbished phones, which have been pre-owned but restored to near-new condition through repairs, replacements, and rigorous testing, are emerging as a popular choice among consumers. These devices, typically sold by manufacturers or certified refurbishing companies, come with a limited warranty, making them an appealing option for those on a budget. Demand for refurbished phones has been rising steadily, as they allow consumers to purchase high-quality smartphones at a fraction of the price of brand-new models.

One of the major benefits of refurbished phones is the extensive quality assurance process they undergo, ensuring they function like new devices. This stringent process has boosted consumer confidence in the reliability of refurbished phones, further driving their demand across Europe.

Affordability and Growing Environmental Consciousness

Amid rising living costs, more consumers are seeking affordable alternatives to new smartphones. Refurbished and used mobile phones offer an attractive option for individuals looking to cut costs without compromising on functionality. Additionally, increasing environmental awareness is prompting more consumers to choose refurbished phones, as they contribute to reducing electronic waste and promote sustainability.

The growth of e-commerce has also played a crucial role in expanding the refurbished phone market. Online platforms make it easier for consumers to access a wide variety of refurbished devices, simplifying the purchasing process. This shift toward online shopping has fueled the growth of the second-hand mobile phone market, with more buyers opting for these devices.

Frequent Smartphone Upgrades Drive Market Expansion

The fast pace of technological advancements, coupled with shorter smartphone upgrade cycles, has significantly contributed to the supply of refurbished and used mobile phones. Manufacturers frequently release new models with enhanced features, prompting consumers to upgrade their devices more often. As a result, the market is flooded with pre-owned phones that are refurbished and sold at lower prices, creating a robust secondary market. This trend is expected to continue, driving further growth in the refurbished mobile phone sector.

Regional Insights: The UK Leading the Charge

In Europe, the United Kingdom stands out as a dominant player in the refurbished and used mobile phone market. The country's well-established mobile phone industry, along with the availability of a wide range of second-hand and refurbished devices from leading brands, has fueled demand. Furthermore, the competitive nature of the UK market, with numerous retailers offering refurbished phones at attractive prices, has made it a key market for refurbished phone providers.

Germany: A Market with Immense Potential

Germany is emerging as a rapidly growing market for refurbished and used mobile phones. The demand for affordable smartphones, combined with the increasing popularity of e-commerce, has driven the demand for refurbished devices in the country. German consumers are increasingly opting for refurbished phones to access the latest technology at a lower cost. As e-commerce platforms continue to expand, offering a broader selection of refurbished phones, the market is expected to experience further growth.

Market Category Insights: Affordability Fuels Growth in Refurbished Phones

Refurbished phones represent a significant portion of the overall refurbished and used mobile phone market in Europe. Their affordability compared to brand-new devices is a key driver of demand. More consumers are recognizing the value of purchasing refurbished phones, which offer similar functionality and performance at a significantly lower price. This trend is expected to persist, with refurbished phones gaining further traction among cost-conscious consumers.

Mid-Range Brands Attracting More Buyers

Mid-priced brands are gaining popularity in the refurbished and used mobile phone market in Europe, thanks to their excellent value-for-money proposition. These brands provide consumers with high-quality devices at more affordable prices, making them an appealing choice, particularly in uncertain economic times. The demand for refurbished phones from mid-priced brands is projected to rise steadily as consumers continue to prioritize affordability when making their purchasing decisions.

Competitive Analysis

  • Apple Inc.
  • Samsung
  • Google
  • Lenovo
  • Huawei
  • Xiaomi
  • Motorola
  • Nokia
  • Sony
  • OnePlus
  • LG
  • HTC

Key Segments of Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Industry Research

By Product Type:

  • Refurbished Phones
  • Used Phones

By Pricing Range:

  • Low-priced Brands (Less Than US$ 200)
  • Mid-priced Brands (US$ 200 to US$ 500)
  • Premium-priced Brands (More Than US$ 500)

By Sales Channel:

  • Online/e-Commerce
  • Physical Retail Stores
    • oOrganized Retailers
    • oUnorganized Retailers

By Region:

  • Western Europe
  • Central & Eastern Europe

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

  • 1.1. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Snapshot
  • 1.2. Future Projections
  • 1.3. Key Market Trends
  • 1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2024
  • 1.5. Analyst Recommendations

2. Market Overview

  • 2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
  • 2.2. Market Dynamics
    • 2.2.1. Drivers
    • 2.2.2. Restraints
    • 2.2.3. Market Opportunities
  • 2.3. Value Chain Analysis
  • 2.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
    • 2.5.1. Supply
    • 2.5.2. Demand
  • 2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
  • 2.7. Economic Overview
    • 2.7.1. World Economic Projections
  • 2.8. PESTLE Analysis

3. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Outlook, 2019 - 2031

  • 3.1. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Outlook, by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
    • 3.1.1. Key Highlights
      • 3.1.1.1. Refurbished Phones
      • 3.1.1.2. Used Phones
  • 3.2. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Outlook, by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
    • 3.2.1. Key Highlights
      • 3.2.1.1. Low-priced Brands (Less Than US$ 200)
      • 3.2.1.2. Mid-priced Brands (US$ 200 to US$ 500)
      • 3.2.1.3. Premium-priced Brands (More Than US$ 500)
  • 3.3. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Outlook, by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
    • 3.3.1. Key Highlights
      • 3.3.1.1. Online/e-Commerce
      • 3.3.1.2. Physical Retail Stores
        • 3.3.1.2.1. Organized Retailers
        • 3.3.1.2.2. Unorganized Retailers
  • 3.4. Europe Refurbished and Used Mobile Phones Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
    • 3.4.1. Key Highlights
      • 3.4.1.1. North America
      • 3.4.1.2. Europe
      • 3.4.1.3. Asia Pacific
      • 3.4.1.4. Latin America
      • 3.4.1.5. Middle East & Africa
  • 3.5. Europe Nebulizer Devices Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
    • 3.5.1. Key Highlights
      • 3.5.1.1. Germany Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.2. Germany Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.3. Germany Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.4. U.K. Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.5. U.K. Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.6. U.K. Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.7. France Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.8. France Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.9. France Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.10. Italy Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.11. Italy Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.12. Italy Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.13. Turkey Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.14. Turkey Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.15. Turkey Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.16. Russia Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.17. Russia Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.18. Russia Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.19. Rest of Europe Nebulizer Devices Market by Product Type, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.20. Rest of Europe Nebulizer Devices Market by Pricing Range, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031
      • 3.5.1.21. Rest of Europe Nebulizer Devices Market by Sales Channel, Value (US$ Bn), 2019 - 2031

4. Competitive Landscape

  • 4.1. By Product Type vs By Pricing Range Heat map
  • 4.2. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024
  • 4.3. Competitive Dashboard
  • 4.4. Company Profiles
    • 4.4.1. Apple Inc.
      • 4.4.1.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.1.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.1.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.2. Samsung
      • 4.4.2.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.2.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.2.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.2.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.3. Google
      • 4.4.3.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.3.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.3.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.3.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.4. Lenovo
      • 4.4.4.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.4.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.4.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.4.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.5. Huawei
      • 4.4.5.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.5.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.5.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.5.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.6. Xiaomi
      • 4.4.6.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.6.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.6.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.6.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.7. Motorola
      • 4.4.7.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.7.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.7.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.7.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.8. Nokia
      • 4.4.8.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.8.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.8.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.8.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.9. Sony
      • 4.4.9.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.9.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.9.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.9.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.10. OnePlus
      • 4.4.10.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.10.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.10.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.10.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.11. LG
      • 4.4.11.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.11.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.11.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.11.4. Business Strategies and Development
    • 4.4.12. HTC
      • 4.4.12.1. Company Overview
      • 4.4.12.2. Product Portfolio
      • 4.4.12.3. Financial Overview
      • 4.4.12.4. Business Strategies and Development

5. Appendix

  • 5.1. Research Methodology
  • 5.2. Report Assumptions
  • 5.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations
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