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Refurbished Apple iPhone 15 vs new: what do you save in NZ?
A refurbished Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) at EcoLoop starts from $938.00 — Apple's New Zealand RRP for a new one is $1649.00, so you save $711.00 (43%) by buying refurbished. Every device is tested and graded, with a 12-month warranty, 15-day returns and free NZ-wide delivery.
Refurbished vs new price
| Storage | EcoLoop refurbished (from) | Apple NZ RRP (new) | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128GB | $938.00 | — | — |
| 256GB | $1019.00 | — | — |
Apple NZ RRP figures are the last official New Zealand list price we have on record for this configuration, reviewed by EcoLoop staff (see who runs EcoLoop). EcoLoop prices above are for Good-condition, 80% battery health — choose your condition, storage and colour on the product page.
What are the Apple iPhone 15 specs?
| Model Name | Apple iPhone 15 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 171 g (6.03 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM | USA - eSIM | APAC - Single SIM (Nano-SIM and/or eSIM) |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak) |
| Display Size | 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~86.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~461 ppi density) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x3.46 GHz Everest + 4x2.02 GHz Sawtooth) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM | NVMe |
| Main Camera (Dual) | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS | 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Selfie Camera (Single) | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", PDAF | SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | HDR, Cinematic mode (4K@30fps) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort |
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Ultra Wideband 2 (UWB) support | Emergency SOS via satellite (SMS sending/receiving) |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion 3349 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | Wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised) | 15W wireless (MagSafe) | 7.5W wireless (Qi) |
Is a refurbished Apple iPhone 15 as good as new?
Every refurbished Apple iPhone 15 from EcoLoop is tested and graded by technicians in Auckland, backed by a 12-month warranty, 15-day returns and free NZ-wide delivery — the same specs as a new device, at a lower price. Phones ship with a free case and screen protector, and you can choose 80%, 90% or 100% battery health at checkout.
How much do you save buying a refurbished Apple iPhone 15 instead of new?
Based on the configuration above, buying refurbished instead of new saves you $711.00 (43%) on the 128GB Apple iPhone 15. Savings vary by storage and condition — see the full price table above or the product page for every option currently in stock.
Where can I buy a refurbished Apple iPhone 15 online in NZ?
EcoLoop is a certified refurbished electronics retailer based in Rosedale, Auckland, operating since 2014 (formerly Sunnyway Tech) and a key supplier to Reebelo NZ. Buy the refurbished Apple iPhone 15 online with free NZ-wide delivery, or read our 559 customer reviews.
Frequently asked questions
How much can I save on the Apple iPhone 15 buying refurbished instead of new?
A refurbished Apple iPhone 15 (128GB) from EcoLoop costs $938.00, $711.00 (43%) less than Apple's New Zealand RRP of $1649.00 for a new one.
Is a refurbished Apple iPhone 15 covered by warranty?
Yes — every refurbished Apple iPhone 15 from EcoLoop comes with a 12-month warranty, 15-day returns and free NZ-wide delivery, the same as any device we sell.
What condition is the refurbished Apple iPhone 15 in?
EcoLoop grades refurbished devices Good, Very Good, Like New or Brand New, and lets you choose 80%, 90% or 100% battery health — pick your condition and storage on the product page.