Back To School 2025: the best tech for school and university
by Vanessa Ricca & Pádraig Power, on Jun 19, 2025Back to School 2025 is approaching faster than you might think: preparing early is the best way to avoid stress and unnecessary expenses. Whether you're looking for a powerful laptop, a lightweight tablet or a reliable smartphone, at refurbed you'll find a selection of expertly refurbished devices that are up to 40% cheaper and more sustainable than buying new, perfect for daily use by school and university students, as well as parents and teachers.
Refurbished: a smart choice to save money and study better
Before discovering our product selection for Back to School 2025, it's worth understanding why choosing a refurbished device is an excellent idea – especially for students, parents and teachers looking for a balance between quality, price and environmental responsibility.
With refurbished devices, you don't have to compromise on anything: you get high-performance technology at an accessible price, without negatively impacting the planet.
🧮 The numbers don't lie
On refurbed, you save up to 40% off the price of new devices. Plus, by keeping an eye on our website and subscribing to our newsletter, you can stay updated on offers and discount codes available during Back to School 2025.
🌍 Sustainable choices
Every refurbished device helps to reduce the environmental impact of electronics. By choosing a refurbed product, you help prevent greenhouse gas emissions, electronic waste, and the extraction of precious raw materials from our planet. Plus, you set a good example for young ones by teaching them to make eco-conscious choices.
🧪 Quality assurance
All refurbed devices are renewed by experts, undergo rigorous quality controls including up to 40 steps, and come with a minimum 12-month warranty. In other words: reliable performance, long-lasting durability and free support for you.
Best refurbished laptops for students
Finding the best laptop for studying isn't an easy task, especially if you have budget constraints and aren't familiar with the options available in the technology market. That's why we've prepared a selection of **refurbished laptops at affordable prices**, perfect for returning to school, university and, why not, even work...
Apple MacBook Air 2020 | 13.3" | M1
Light, powerful and super quiet: the refurbished MacBook Air 2020 with M1 chip is among students' favourites on refurbed – and it's easy to see why.
Perfect for taking notes, following online lessons and working anywhere thanks to:
- Up to 18 hours of battery life
- Crisp and bright 13.3" display
- Only 1.29 kg in weight
- Smooth and silent performance with M1 chip and fanless design
🎒 Fits comfortably in your backpack and is perfect for tackling the school year without compromise.
Price: under €600
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | i5-8350U | 14"
Robust, reliable and built to last: the refurbished ThinkPad T480 is perfect for students looking for a laptop that's solid for distraction-free studying.
- Intel i5-8350U processor: excellent for multitasking and school apps
- 14" display: perfect balance between portability and workspace
- Comfortable and durable keyboard
- Ideal for Office, browsing and video lessons
🎒 A classic for school and university, ready for intense days.
Price: under €300
HP EliteBook 840 G5 | i5-8350U | 14"
Solid, elegant and ready to tackle study days in class or during exam period: the refurbished EliteBook 840 G5 offers reliable performance and professional design.
- Intel i5-8350U processor: ideal for multitasking and school applications
- 14" Full HD display: crisp and comfortable for long study sessions
- Backlit keyboard: perfect for working even in low-light environments
- Built-in webcam: ready for video lessons and online conferences
🎒 A smart choice for students seeking reliability and style.
Price: under €400
Dell Latitude 15 5500 | i5-8365U | 15.6"
Reliable and ready to tackle every school challenge, the refurbished Dell Latitude 5500 offers solid performance and a large display for productivity without compromise.
- Intel i5-8365U processor: excellent for multitasking and school applications
- 15.6" Full HD display: large and crisp, ideal for studying and working comfortably
- Comfortable and durable keyboard: perfect for long writing sessions
- Compatible with Office 365: Word, Excel and PowerPoint always at hand
🎒 A smart choice for students seeking reliability and a large display.
Price: from about €350
Best refurbished tablets for students
Laptops aren't always the ideal solution for every student. If you – or your children – prefer the practicality of a tablet for studying, taking notes or following online lessons, we've selected the best refurbished tablets perfect for making the most of Back to School 2025.
iPad 10 (2022) | 10.9"
Modern, versatile and perfect for studying: the refurbished 10th generation iPad is ideal for taking notes, following online lessons and managing creative projects.
- 10.9" Dynamic display: spacious and crisp for comfortable viewing
- A14 Bionic chip: smooth performance for multitasking and school apps
- USB-C port: fast charging and versatile connections
- Vibrant colours: irresistible for any student wanting to add a splash of colour to their days
- Exceptional value for money
🎒 Paired with the Apple Pencil, it's perfect for students seeking a reliable Apple tablet to tackle the new school year.
Price: under €350
iPad Air 5 (2022) | 10.9"
Powerful, light and super versatile: the refurbished iPad Air 5 is perfect for students looking for a smart alternative to the classic laptop. With the M1 chip and 10.9" display, studying, taking notes or following online lessons is simple and smooth.
- Fast performance with M1 chip
- Compatible with Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard
- Crisp display with brilliant colours
- Light and slim design, perfect to carry with you everywhere
🎒 Ideal for flexible and creative study, wherever you are.
Price: under €400
Microsoft Surface Go 2 (2020)
Light, compact and perfect for studying anywhere thanks to the 2-in-1 design. The refurbished Surface Go 2 combines the convenience of a tablet with the productivity of a laptop.
- 10.5" touchscreen
- Compatible with Office 365: Word, Excel & co. always ready
- Detachable keyboard
- Up to 10 hours of battery life
🎒 Great for notes, homework and research, even away from home.
Price: under €400
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
Powerful, elegant and perfect for creative students: the refurbished Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra offers a study and work experience without compromise.
- 14.6" Super AMOLED display: large and crisp, ideal for taking notes, reading and creating content
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip: smooth performance for multitasking and school applications
- S Pen included: for writing, drawing and precise interaction
- Up to 16GB RAM and 512GB internal storage: space and speed for all your projects
- 11,200 mAh battery: power for a full day of studying
🎒 Ideal for university students and creatives looking for a powerful and versatile device.
Price: from about €600
Best refurbished smartphones for students
Staying in touch with your study groups on WhatsApp, managing notes and reminders, or following online lessons: today a smartphone is an essential tool for studying. Here are the iPhone and smartphone models with the best value for money to invest in for this Back to School 2025.
iPhone 13
Solid, fast and still very current: it's no coincidence that the refurbished iPhone 13 is still our undisputed best-seller on refurbed in 2025. It offers all this and much more at an accessible price:
- A15 Bionic chip: fast and responsive
- Excellent camera for online lessons and clear shots
- Up to 19 hours of battery life
🎒 Balanced and long-lasting: ideal for daily school life.
Price: around €300
iPhone 14
A smooth upgrade for those who want something more. The refurbished iPhone 14 combines power, security and improved photo quality.
- A15 chip (5-core GPU): top performance even with demanding apps
- Excellent battery life: easily lasts all day between lessons, notes and messages
- Improved front camera: ideal for video lessons, presentations and study group video calls
🎒 Perfect for those who balance study, creativity and content.
Price: under €500
Google Pixel 8
Compact, smart and perfect for studying: the refurbished Pixel 8 offers smooth performance and a pure Android experience, ideal for dynamic students.
- Google Tensor G3 chip: optimised for multitasking and school apps
- 6.2" display: large, bright and clear, ideal for reading and taking notes
- 50 MP camera: detailed shots for projects, presentations (and school trips!)
- 4575 mAh battery: power for the entire study day
🎒 A smart choice for students seeking a reliable and affordable device.
Price: around €350
Samsung Galaxy S23
Powerful yet lightweight, the refurbished Samsung Galaxy S23 is perfect for students always on the move.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip: fast and smooth
- 6.1" AMOLED display: bright and compact
- Excellent cameras: ideal for video calls and visual notes
🎒 Flagship performance in a smart format, perfect for your backpack.
Price: under €350
Refurbished headphones, smartwatches and other gadgets for students
In addition to refurbished laptops, tablets and smartphones, on refurbed you'll find a wide range of gadgets and accessories useful for school: from smartwatches like the Apple Watch Ultra 2 or the Apple Watch 9 to time your study sessions, to the Apple AirPods Pro (1st generation) for listening to your lessons anywhere with maximum concentration.
Discover these and many other products on our dedicated Back to School 2025 deals page: start saving now.
Conclusion: ready to go back?
Going back to school can be challenging and quite expensive, but with the right tools you can reduce the stress and costs that come with it. On refurbed you'll find everything you need to make the most of Back to School 2025: PCs, tablets, smartphones and accessories selected, tested and guaranteed by our experts.
Choose smarter technology. Choose refurbed.
