Unlocked Phones? Newegg, Ebay or Expansys?

[micahdiablo]

I am curious as to which is the best place to buy unlocked phones from

I was going to buy from Expansys USA when I did some digging and saw they have some pretty crappy reviews...Newegg has a very high score on resellerating with over 40,000 votes(I think it was 9.7).

I found the best deal on ebay for a phone(with free 2 day shipping) but I am like ehh...idk...

 

[Unforgiven]

I've purchased direct from the manufacture myself. Are you asking about used phones though?

 

[micahdiablo]

I've purchased direct from the manufacture myself. Are you asking about used phones though?

Are the phones on Expansys or Newegg used though? I know the ones on ebay can be...

 

[Unforgiven]

I thought NewEgg went way back, predating phones. I used to buy computer parts from them. I think they only sell retail (read, new). I'm not familiar with Expansys, though I know the name.

 

[micahdiablo]

I thought NewEgg went way back, predating phones. I used to buy computer parts from them. I think they only sell retail (read, new). I'm not familiar with Expansys, though I know the name.

I wouldn't know how way back I am only 20 haha. But thanks!

 

[mikedt]

Expansys is definitely new items, with full manufacturer warranty etc. They are a legitimate European retailer.

Ebay is mostly second hand, which might have a significant risk of carrier blacklisting, from reported stolen phones, contract default, insurance fraud, etc. Could even be fakes as well, especially Apple or Samsung. I certainly wouldn't buy a Rolex watch from Ebay... LOL

 

[Gmash]

EBay is actually really good about protecting their customers. They almost always side with the buyer in any dispute, to the point that some don't like to sell there.