Buy Refurbished iPad mini in the UAE

Phonebot sells refurbished iPad mini tablets in the UAE, including the iPad mini 5 (2019) and iPad mini 6 (2021) in Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions. Every used iPad mini goes through full hardware testing, is graded, factory reset and sold unlocked, with a warranty of up to 12 months and 7-day returns. Order online for delivery in the UAE or visit our store at BurJuman Centre, Dubai.

The iPad mini is part of our refurbished Apple iPad range, which sits within our full collection of refurbished tablets.

Refurbished iPad mini Models Compared

Stock changes as devices pass testing, so check the listings above for the models, storage options and grades available now. The specs below help you compare generations before you buy a second hand iPad mini.

iPad mini 5 (2019)

• Display: 7.9-inch Retina display with True Tone
• Chip: A12 Bionic
• Storage: 64GB or 256GB
• Security and ports: Touch ID home button, Lightning connector, 3.5mm headphone jack
• Apple Pencil: 1st generation
• Cameras: 8MP rear, 7MP front
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, with 4G LTE on cellular models (nano-SIM and eSIM)

The iPad mini 5 keeps the home button design and headphone jack, and suits reading, streaming, note-taking and video calls.

iPad mini 6 (2021)

• Display: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display
• Chip: A15 Bionic
• Storage: 64GB or 256GB
• Security and ports: Touch ID in the top button, USB-C port
• Apple Pencil: 2nd generation, attaches magnetically and charges on the side
• Cameras: 12MP rear, 12MP Ultra Wide front with Center Stage
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, with 5G on cellular models (nano-SIM and eSIM)

The iPad mini 6 introduced the all-screen design, USB-C and 5G. When choosing between a refurbished iPad mini 5 and iPad mini 6, the main differences are screen size, port type and Apple Pencil support.

iPad mini 7 (A17 Pro, 2024)

• Display: 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display
• Chip: A17 Pro with 8GB of memory
• Storage: 128GB, 256GB or 512GB
• Security and ports: Touch ID in the top button, USB-C port
• Apple Pencil: Apple Pencil Pro and Apple Pencil (USB-C)
• Software: supports Apple Intelligence
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, with 5G on cellular models (eSIM only, no SIM tray)

Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi + Cellular iPad mini

Wi-Fi models connect through home, office or mobile hotspot networks. Wi-Fi + Cellular models take a mobile data plan, so you can get online without a hotspot, and they include GPS. Every cellular iPad mini we sell is unlocked, so it works with UAE networks including du and e&.

• iPad mini 5 and iPad mini 6 cellular models accept a nano-SIM or an eSIM.
• iPad mini 7 cellular models use eSIM only.
• Ask your network whether it supports eSIM on tablets before ordering an eSIM-only model.

iPad mini Condition Grades

We sell pre-owned iPad mini units in four grades, so you can choose the condition that fits your budget.

• Open Box: our highest condition grade.
• Like New: the grade below Open Box.
• A-Grade: battery health of 85% or higher on older models and 80% or higher on newer models.
• B-Grade: battery health of 80% or higher, visible cosmetic marks, fully functional.

What We Check Before Selling a Refurbished iPad mini

• Full hardware testing on every device
• IMEI blacklist check on Wi-Fi + Cellular models
• Factory reset before dispatch
• Sold unlocked for use on any network

iPad mini Price in Dubai and the UAE

The price of a refurbished iPad mini depends on four factors, each shown on the product listings above:

• Model: newer generations cost more than older ones.
• Storage: 256GB versions cost more than 64GB versions of the same model.
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi + Cellular versions cost more than Wi-Fi versions.
• Grade: Open Box and Like New units cost more than A-Grade and B-Grade units.

Listing prices update as stock changes, so the price on each product page is the current price.

Delivery, Warranty and Returns

• Warranty of up to 12 months on every refurbished iPad mini.
• 7-day returns.
• Free delivery on orders above AED 299.
• Customer support from 10am to 10pm GST.

Visit Our Store at BurJuman Centre, Dubai

If you are looking for an iPad mini near you in Dubai, our store is at BurJuman Centre. Contact our support team before you visit to confirm the model and grade you want are in store.

Phonebot holds a Carbon Neutral Certificate and a Recycling Excellence Certificate. Buying a renewed iPad mini keeps a working tablet in use instead of sending it to waste.

Compare Other Refurbished iPad Models

• Standard refurbished iPad: a larger screen than the iPad mini for everyday use.
• Refurbished iPad Air: a larger screen with Apple Pencil and keyboard support.
• Refurbished iPad Pro: Apple's professional iPad line, with 11-inch and larger screens.