The Germany refurbished retail market size reached nearly USD 3367.14 Million in 2025. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 14.50% during 2026-2035 to reach a value of USD 13041.15 Million by 2035.
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The service sector in Germany accounts for a significant share of Germany’s GDP. In 2018, the service sector accounted for a share of 61.2% and grew by 2.1% to reach 63.3% in 2020.
Due to the extended warranty and return policy offered by the resellers, the interest of startups and SMEs in buying refurbished devices to lower their capital has surged.
With initiatives like the Circular Economy Initiative Germany (CEID), the country is adopting a forward-looking framework for changing the outlook of businesses along with science and politics.
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2026-2035
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The country is witnessing a higher demand for certified refurbished products as they guarantee improved quality and an extended warranty, thereby aiding the Germany refurbished retail market expansion. With this, companies such as eBay are focusing on expanding their certified refurbishment programmes to provide consumers with sustainable and cost-effective shopping alternatives in the form of second-hand or refurbished goods.
Figure: Germany Trade Comparison, USD Billion, 2019
Germany is a country with a sizeable population and a high rate of internet usage. A large number of the population routinely purchase online, and the country is a top market in terms of purchasing power and internet usage in all of Europe. Thus, leading companies are increasing their online presence to target potential customers and are focusing on offering improved online services to users.
Figure: Germany Internet Users (% of the Population)
The online goods trade is gaining massive traction in Germany, as many people are inclined towards online retail stores to purchase electronics, furniture, computers, and other items. The e-commerce penetration in the German market reached 77% in 2021, driven by the perceived benefits of online shopping, which include home delivery, 24/7 availability, and convenience. Amazon.de, otto.de, zalando.de, mediamarkt.de, and lidl.de are the top five online retailers in Germany, accounting for over 45% share in the German e-commerce market.
Increasing popularity of seller refurbished retail; expansion of the e-commerce sector; the rising demand for cost-effective products, and value-added services offered by manufacturers are the key factors impacting the Germany refurbished retail market growth
An expanding e-commerce sector in Germany and the availability of a range of refurbished retail products, such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and kitchen appliances, on these platforms enable consumers to purchase products at their convenience.
As seller-qualified vendors professionally inspect, test and clean pre-owned devices to provide purchasers with refurbished products in excellent working condition, reduced cosmetic damage, and good battery capacity, the popularity of seller-refurbished retail is growing in Germany.
Rising eco-consciousness among consumers is increasing their investments in cost-effective refurbished products that extend pre-owned products’ life and reduce e-waste, as well as raw material extraction.
Refurbished goods suppliers are focusing on enhancing the shopping experience of consumers by providing improved as well as value-added services. They ensure full functional testing before the sales of the product, and are offering extended warranty of up to one-year, free home delivery, and return policy on the product. These devices come with the original OS with new batteries, a new outer shell, and the part can be replaced if required.
Due to increased internet penetration, the demand for several web and video conferencing tools in Germany has gained widespread recognition, resulting in increased demand for electronic gadgets such as mobiles and laptops. The same tools have become crucial for digitally connecting children, parents, and daycare centres especially after the lockdown period and growing work-from-home norm, bringing them together virtually. This is contributing to the Germany refurbished retail market development.
Moreover, the rising environmental consciousness among the German population is supporting the sales of refurbished products, to help consumers lower their environmental footprint. Purchasing pre-owned refurbished phones and laptops helps consumers in extending the product’s life, reduce electronic waste in landfills, as well as reduce the extraction of raw materials.
Additionally, the demand for refurbished products is stimulated by their benefits for consumers, such as their cost-effectiveness compared to new products. The products sold on e-commerce websites are professionally tested and inspected by qualified vendors and are easily available to consumers.
“Germany Refurbished Retail Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
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Based on product category, mobile phones dominate the Germany refurbished retail market share (certified refurbished)
In Germany, Apple Inc. offers certified refurbished products to consumers with one-year warranty, which has increased consumer confidence in refurbished goods. According to the Germany refurbished retail market analysis, certified refurbished products, in particular electronics, such as mobile phones, laptops, and tablets, are increasingly purchased owing to the growing demand for cost-effective gadgets especially from startups and small businesses.
Consumers are confident in purchasing certified refurbished products, such as laptops, as they are professionally inspected and come with an extended warranty.
The players in the Germany refurbished retail market provide these items at competitive prices and offer benefits, such as refurbisher warranty, free shipping, and easy return policies.
Headquartered in Austria with operations across Germany, the company offers refurbished products in the electronics, clothing, and sports segment to its customers. The company provides a 12-month warranty on all its refurbished products.
Founded in 2014, the company provides cell phones, Macbooks, iPads and tablets, apple watch, laptops and computers, gaming consoles, audio devices, cameras, tv and home theatre, home appliances, and many other refurbished products.
Amazon, headquartered in the US, has a wide variety of refurbished products including phones, cameras, headphones, kitchen appliances, power tools, personal computers, tablets, television, and gaming consoles.
Headquartered in Germany, Rebuy is a privately owned company. It offers low-cost alternative to new products, without compromising in looks or functionality with their unique refurbishing process that upgrades pre-owned products and increases their value.
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Other notable players operating in the Germany refurbished retail market are eBay Inc., Swappie Oy, and Apple Inc., among others. Manufacturers are upgrading their product portfolios and incorporating the latest capabilities to innovate their offerings and meet the evolving demands of consumers.
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The refurbished retail market in Germany reached a value of USD 3367.14 Million in 2025.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.50% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach a value of USD 13041.15 Million by 2035.
The product categories are mobile phones, computer and laptops, tablets, smartwatches, networking and gaming, VR, video games-consoles, home audio and Hifi, DVD, Blu-ray and home cinema, health and beauty (hair care and other styling products), and others.
The factors driving the market are increasing internet penetration, rising adoption of cost-effective products by the German population, and increasing sustainability concerns.
About 93% of German adults are online, representing the use of the internet at least occasionally or access to the internet via a smartphone.
The service sector in Germany accounts for a significant share of Germany’s GDP. In 2018 the service sector accounted for a share of 61.2%, which increased to 63.3% in 2025.
The key players in the market include Refurbed GmbH, Back Market, Inc., Amazon Inc., Rebuy recommerce GmbH, eBay Inc., Swappie Oy, and Apple Inc., among others.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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| Breakup by Certified & Seller Product Categories |
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