Our Grading Scale: Precisely Defined
We are well aware of the challenges that come along with inconsistent and incomplete triage, and we therefore strive to differentiate ourselves through transparency and consistency.
We offer both fully functional and not fully functional devices.
Fully Functional Grades (A1, A2, B1, C1, C2, FFCG, FFLB)
A1
All A1 grade devices are fully functional. They can be described as flawless or like new. They do not have any signs of use.
A2
All A2 grade devices are fully functional. They appear flawless at first glance.
They have a few, very minor blemishes that are only uncovered upon close inspection and / or rotating them under the light. These blemishes are often found near the ports, corners or the Apple logo.
B1
All B1 grade devices are fully functional. They may appear flawless at first glance.
They may either have several faint, small scratches or a few longer, faint scratches on the screen. They may have light scuffs on their housing.
They may have small dings, blemishes, and / or nicks which are often found near ports, corners or edges.
A small percentage may have one slightly more pronounced imperfection, if they are in otherwise excellent condition.
C1
All C1 grade devices are fully functional. They appear used at first glance.
They may have numerous scratches on their screens. They may have numerous scuffs or scratches on their housing.
They may have dings, small dents and heavy wear on their ports, corners and edges.
C2
All C2 grade devices are fully functional. They appear heavily used at first glance.
They may have more pronounced, deeper scratches on their screen or housing they can be felt easily with a fingernail. Their housing may have numerous scuffs, scratches, dents or other abnormalities.
They may have dings, dents and heavy wear on their ports, corners and edges.
FFCG
All FFCG devices are fully functional and have a good LCD, but have a crack in the glass.
These devices will vary in terms of cosmetic grade.
FFLB
All FFLB devices are fully functional but have an LCD blemish (white spot, yellow spot, discoloration, or burned image). A small percentage may also have a crack in the glass.
They vary in terms of cosmetic grade.
Not Fully Functional Grades (PGL, PCG, PLB, PTID)
PGL
These devices power on and have a good LCD but have a functionality defect (ex. mic, speaker, port, button, etc.) that requires repair.
While they can vary in terms of functionality and cosmetic grade, all units have:
- A Good Touch ID
- No ID Lock
- No Apple activation error
- No iTunes Image
- No LCD blemishes (see FFLB or PLB for definition of LCD blemish)
- No cracks on the screen
PCG
These devices power on and have a good LCD, but have a crack in the glass. They also have a functionality defect (ex. mic, speaker, port, button, etc.) that requires repair.
While they can vary in terms of functionality and cosmetic grade, all units have:
- A Good Touch ID
- No ID Lock
- No Apple activation error
- No iTunes Image
- No LCD blemishes (see FFLB or PLB for definition of LCD blemish)
PLB
These devices power on but have an LCD blemish (white spot, yellow spot, discolored LCD, or burned image). A small percentage may also have a crack in the glass. In addition, they have some functionality defect (ex. mic, speaker, port, button, etc.) that requires repair.
While they can vary in terms of functionality and cosmetic grade, all units have:
- A Good Touch ID
- No ID Lock
- No Apple activation error
- No iTunes Image
PTID
These devices power on but have a bad touch ID sensor (finger print recognition). Some devices may also have a functionality defect (ex. mic, speaker, port, button, etc.) that requires repair. A small percentage may have an LCD blemish (white spot, yellow spot, discolored LCD, or burned image) or a crack in the glass.
While they can vary in terms of functionality and cosmetic grade, all units have:
- No ID Lock
- No Apple activation error
- No iTunes Image