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Looking to buy a phone using Swappa

Posted on 7/10/17 at 9:15 pm
Posted by LSUperior
Member since Aug 2009
1237 posts
Posted on 7/10/17 at 9:15 pm
Is there anything I should know beforehand? Things to look for, what sellers to buy from, etc? We use AT&T, so do I have to look under AT&T phones? Any other pointers?
Posted by WONTONGO
Member since Oct 2007
4297 posts
Posted on 7/10/17 at 9:41 pm to
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We use AT&T, so do I have to look under AT&T phones


Yes, unless you want to switch carriers. I prefer unlocked phones but that's a whole other topic.

It's really pretty self explanatory. I only buy "mint" or "new" phones, all the others are kind of a trick bag. Pay attention to what's included. Does it come with the charger, etc.

You can't sell a phone on there if the EIN isn't clear so you should be safe there. I've never had any issues.

Happy hunting
Posted by UltimateHog
Oregon
Member since Dec 2011
65808 posts
Posted on 7/10/17 at 9:47 pm to
I have sold multiple phones on there and also bought my international Galaxy S8+ off of there new, zero issues buying or selling. Great site.
Posted by LSUperior
Member since Aug 2009
1237 posts
Posted on 7/10/17 at 11:02 pm to
So let's say the phone is listed as new and I receive it and I can tell it isn't with obvious wear...does Swappa have some time of fraud department to report it to and get your money reimbursed?
This post was edited on 7/10/17 at 11:04 pm
Posted by Phate
Baton Rouge
Member since Mar 2006
11724 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 7:18 am to
Swappa requires listings for new phones to show pics of the phone still wrapped in plastic and any seals must be unbroken. Just check the pics well. I've never had an issue when buying a phone but I'm sure they'll help you anyway they can if there are issues with the phone. There's also PayPal protection.
Posted by SabiDojo
Open to any suggestions.
Member since Nov 2010
83936 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 8:28 am to
Swappa is pretty strict about verifying. And sellers have a star rating.
This post was edited on 7/11/17 at 8:28 am
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
78086 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 8:35 am to
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I have sold multiple phones on there and also bought my international Galaxy S8+ off of there new, zero issues buying or selling. Great site


this

swappa is the best 'least well known' site on the web.

it just works.
Posted by TigerWise
Front Seat of an Uber
Member since Sep 2010
35113 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 9:02 am to
I bought my Dad a phone off there because of CAD's recommendation.

No issues
Posted by Got Heeem
Georgia
Member since Sep 2012
3631 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 10:43 am to
Swappa is legit. Buy with confidence
Posted by mswiggins
Member since Jun 2014
361 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 11:31 am to
I have purchased 5 phones from Swappa and sold one there.

All but one of the deals were great. On the other deal, the seller never sent me the phone. But Swappa and Paypal will work to issue you a refund.
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
78086 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 12:06 pm to
quote:

I bought my Dad a phone off there because of CAD's recommendation.
Posted by AlxTgr
Kyre Banorg
Member since Oct 2003
81632 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 1:42 pm to
quote:

I bought my last phone off there because of CAD's recommendation.

No issues

Posted by notbilly
alter
Member since Sep 2015
4526 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 2:13 pm to
I used it once and had a bad experience b/c of the seller. Swappa did make sure that the seller made it right. Basically I bought a phone that was supposed to be 'like new' and in 'mint' condition. The screen had several scratches and the seller tried to play dumb as if he didn't know. I did get stuck paying the return shipping. With all that said, I'd buy again from swappa. I believe my experience was the exception.
Posted by t00f
Not where you think I am
Member since Jul 2016
89944 posts
Posted on 7/11/17 at 2:29 pm to
Never had issues with a swappa purchase
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