The stereotypical assumption for refurbished devices is that they have inherent performance issues because of the device’s hardware quality. However, this is not true for the majority of the cases. Responsible and reliable refurbishers ensure that all issues are completely fixed and thoroughly tested with certification before being put on the market. The main goal of refurbishers when they receive a damaged device is not just to fix what is broken like putting a cast over a broken hand, but to fully replace and adjust the device to make sure that the end product delivers the same performance compared to newly bought devices. In fact, refurbished products undergo more strict tests than new devices, meaning that you are more likely to find minor fault issues in newly bought devices than refurbished ones.