Read the condition, not just the grade
Grade labels can differ between suppliers. Ask what a label means for the particular order and which defects are included. Cosmetic grading is not a substitute for functional checks.
- Request clear views of the screen, frame, back glass and camera area.
- Clarify scratches, dents, cracks and any other visible damage.
- Confirm whether the order contains mixed conditions and how those units are identified.
Check battery and repair information
A battery-health percentage is one useful reading, not a complete guarantee of battery performance or remaining life. Ask about charging behaviour and any disclosed battery or part replacement.
- Review the battery-health reading available for the device and any battery warnings.
- Ask about disclosed screen, battery, camera or housing replacements and repairs.
- Where supported, request the device’s Parts and Service History; availability varies by model and software.
Review functions and restrictions
Ask which checks were performed and what the results were. A photo of a phone turning on does not establish that all features work or that the device is ready for your market.
- Confirm display and touch, cameras, microphone, speakers, buttons and charging.
- Ask about Face ID or Touch ID, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and cellular checks as applicable.
- Confirm regional model and SIM configuration, carrier restrictions, Activation Lock and any device-management restrictions.
Match the evidence to your order
Photos and inspection materials are useful when they relate to the devices being offered. Clarify whether materials describe individual units or a sample, and agree how exceptions are recorded.
- Match the model, storage and agreed device identifiers to the order details.
- Record disclosed faults and the condition accepted before order confirmation.
- Reconcile the photos and identifiers at the agreed China handover point with the previously shared materials.
FAQ
Before you get started.
Are used iPhone grades the same across wholesale suppliers?
No. Ask each supplier to define the offered grade and included defects. Confirm battery, repairs and functions separately. The same grade name does not establish the same device condition across suppliers.
What battery and replacement information should I request before buying used iPhones wholesale?
Request available battery-health readings, warnings and charging-check results. Ask about disclosed battery or screen replacements and available Parts and Service History. A percentage alone is not proof that all parts are original.
How should I check lock status before buying used iPhones for Bangladesh?
Ask the supplier to confirm Activation Lock, carrier restrictions and device-management restrictions for the actual phones. Confirm the regional model and SIM configuration separately. A phone turning on does not establish that it is ready for your intended use.
What inspection evidence should I request when buying used iPhones remotely?
Request clear photos of the screen, frame, back and cameras, plus available battery and functional-check information. Confirm whether evidence covers each phone or a sample. Match agreed device identifiers and disclosed faults to your order.
Does Grade A mean the iPhone has never been repaired?
Do not infer repair history from a cosmetic grade. Ask separately about repairs, replacements and the available device information.
Does good battery health guarantee all-day use?
No. A displayed percentage alone does not establish real-world runtime. Usage, device condition and other factors also matter; review the available charging and battery information.
Can a sample photo establish the condition of an entire batch?
A sample cannot establish every unit’s condition. Confirm what the sample represents, how other units are checked and how differences or faults are disclosed.