Samsung’s foldable phones at Shwari run from Ksh 29,999 for a Galaxy Z Flip 4 to Ksh 95,000 for a Galaxy Z Fold 6. Five models, covering both the book-style Fold and the clamshell Flip, all individually tested with the hinge and fold line inspected as part of grading, all with a 6-month warranty and a 7-day return window.
For context: Phone Place Kenya currently lists a Galaxy Z Fold 3, a generation older than our cheapest Fold, at Ksh 158,000. Google’s AI Overview for “samsung price” puts pre-owned Z Flip phones in Kenya at around Ksh 60,000 and up. Our Z Flip 4 is Ksh 29,999.
Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included, Grade A refurbished, 6-month warranty, free delivery countrywide.
On this page
Every Z Fold and Z Flip, compared
Z Fold or Z Flip: which folding style suits you?
The honest objections to buying a foldable
What we check on a foldable that we do not check on other phones
Buy one now
What Ksh 58,000 actually buys you
Questions people ask about Samsung foldables in Kenya
Every Z Fold and Z Flip, compared
Model
Storage
Price
Year
Style
Main and cover display
Z Flip 4
8/128GB
Ksh 29,999
2022
Clamshell
6.7″ foldable, 1.9″ cover
Z Flip 6
256GB
Ksh 58,000
2024
Clamshell
6.7″ foldable, 3.4″ cover
Z Fold 4
12/256GB
Ksh 60,000
2022
Book-style
7.6″ inner, 6.2″ cover
Z Fold 5
12/256GB
Ksh 70,000
2023
Book-style
7.6″ inner, 6.2″ cover
Z Fold 6
12/256GB
Ksh 95,000
2024
Book-style
7.6″ inner, 6.3″ cover
: Every Samsung Galaxy foldable at Shwari, September 2026
The Flip is the cheaper and more pocketable way in: a compact phone that opens to a normal-sized screen. The Fold opens to something closer to a small tablet, for people who want the screen for work, reading or video.
The cheapest Samsung fold in Kenya, in practice. The Z Flip 4 at Ksh 29,999 is the lowest price into a genuine Samsung foldable here, and it undercuts the pre-owned Z Flip market range Google currently reports by roughly half.
Z Fold or Z Flip: which folding style suits you?
Z Flip, from Ksh 29,999
Z Fold, from Ksh 60,000
Closed
Small enough for most pockets and small bags
Thicker and heavier than a normal phone, still pocketable
Open
A standard phone-sized screen
A 7.6 inch small-tablet screen
Best for
Compact daily carry, style, a normal phone that folds smaller
Reading, video, split-screen multitasking, work
Entry price
Lower, the Flip 4 is the cheapest foldable here
Roughly double the Flip’s entry price
Camera
Dual lens, good but not flagship-tier on the Flip 4
Stronger multi-lens system, closer to S-series quality
Weight in the hand
Close to a normal phone
Noticeably heavier, this is the most common regret
: Choosing between the Flip and the Fold
Neither is better, they solve different problems. If what appeals is the compact folded size, the Flip delivers that from under Ksh 30,000. If what appeals is genuinely more screen, only the Fold delivers that, and you pay for it in price and weight.
The honest objections to buying a foldable
These are the questions people actually search before buying a folding phone, and most of them are doubts rather than price questions. Worth answering properly.
Why is the Samsung fold so expensive? A foldable has two displays, a flexible inner panel that has to survive being bent repeatedly, and a multi-part hinge, where a normal phone has one rigid screen and no moving parts. That is genuinely more expensive to build. The relevant point for this page is that buying refurbished removes most of that premium: a Z Fold 4 at Ksh 60,000 costs less than a new Galaxy S25 Plus, and less than half what Phone Place Kenya lists for a Z Fold 3.
What is the disadvantage of a fold phone? Four honest ones. They are heavier and thicker folded than a normal phone. The inner screen has a visible crease down the middle, permanently, on every unit including new ones. The hinge is a moving part, and moving parts are the thing most likely to eventually need service. And screen repairs on a foldable cost more than on a rigid phone if you ever need one outside warranty. If any of those matter more to you than the folding screen does, buy a normal phone, and the Galaxy S series is where to look.
Why did the Samsung fold fail, or get discontinued? It did not get discontinued, and this is worth clearing up because the question comes up constantly. What happened is that the original Galaxy Fold’s launch in April 2019 was pulled after review units failed within days, mostly hinge debris and a screen protector that some reviewers peeled off believing it was packaging. Samsung delayed the launch, redesigned the hinge and the protective layer, and shipped the phone in September 2019. The line has run continuously since, through the Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and beyond. The phones in this catalogue are the fourth, fifth and sixth generations of that redesign, not the version that failed.
How long will a Galaxy Fold last? The same two limits apply as to any phone: battery health, which is a replaceable consumable, and the software support window set by the release date. The hinge is the foldable-specific question, and Samsung rates its folding mechanisms for hundreds of thousands of open-and-close cycles, which works out to years of normal use. On a refurbished unit the more useful answer is that the hinge condition is inspected and graded before it is listed, so you are not guessing about the one part that is specific to this design.
Is a Samsung fold worth buying? Worth it if you will genuinely use the bigger screen, for reading, documents, video or running two apps side by side, or if the compact folded size of a Flip is the appeal. Not worth it if the honest answer is that it seems interesting but you would use it exactly like a normal phone, in which case a Galaxy S-series flagship at the same money gives you a better camera and a lighter phone.
Which is better, a Samsung Fold or an iPhone? Apple does not sell a folding phone, so there is no direct comparison. If a folding screen is what you want, Samsung is the established option. If it is not, the comparison is an ordinary Samsung against an iPhone, which is covered on the main Samsung page and in the iPhone comparison guide.
What we check on a foldable that we do not check on other phones
Every phone here goes through the same 32-point inspection. Foldables add three checks specific to the design.
The hinge is opened and closed through its full travel and checked for grinding, looseness, uneven resistance and any gap when closed. The fold line on the inner display is checked for dead pixels, discolouration and any lifting along the crease. The factory screen protector on the inner panel is checked for lifting at the edges, which is the single most common foldable fault and the exact issue that caused the original 2019 failures.
Worth saying plainly: a visible crease down the middle of the inner screen is normal, permanent, and present on brand-new foldables too. It is not a defect and it is not something we grade down for. What gets a unit rejected is anything beyond that.
Buy one now
Every unit is individually graded and tested, with the hinge and fold line inspected, battery health disclosed before purchase, a 6-month warranty, a 7-day no-questions return and free countrywide delivery.
Check your trade-in value first. We do not stock the Z Fold 7 or Z Fold 8, so if you want the current generation specifically, a new-device retailer is the place for it.
What Ksh 58,000 actually buys you
Taking the Z Flip 6, the newest Flip in the lineup.
Included
What it means
Worth
Z Flip 6 256GB, Grade A
Graded, hinge and fold line inspected, battery health disclosed
Ksh 58,000
32-point inspection plus 3 foldable-specific checks
Hinge travel, fold line, inner screen protector
Ksh 3,000
IMEI and account-lock verification
Written proof it is not blacklisted, stolen or locked
Ksh 1,000
6-month warranty
Covers hardware failure including the hinge. Not accidental damage
Ksh 4,000
7-day return window
Any reason or no reason, full refund
Ksh 2,000
Free delivery countrywide
Same-day in Nairobi, 1 to 2 days elsewhere
Ksh 500
Total value
Ksh 68,500
You pay
Ksh 58,000
: What Ksh 58,000 actually buys, Galaxy Z Flip 6
The hinge being covered by the warranty is the line worth reading twice. It is the part people worry about, so it is the part we name.
Questions people ask about Samsung foldables in Kenya
How much is a Samsung fold in Kenya? At Shwari, refurbished Z Fold prices run from Ksh 60,000 for a Z Fold 4 to Ksh 95,000 for a Z Fold 6. Z Flip prices run from Ksh 29,999 to Ksh 58,000. For comparison, Phone Place Kenya lists a Galaxy Z Fold 3, an older generation, at Ksh 158,000.
Which Samsung fold is the cheapest? The Galaxy Z Flip 4 at Ksh 29,999 is the cheapest foldable here. Of the book-style Folds, the Z Fold 4 at Ksh 60,000 is the cheapest.
Which phone is better, Flip or Fold? The Flip if you want a normal phone that folds smaller, and a lower price. The Fold if you want a tablet-sized screen when open and will genuinely use it. The Flip is lighter, the Fold does more.
Which Galaxy fold is the best to buy? Best value is the Z Fold 4 at Ksh 60,000, the lowest entry into the big inner screen. Best overall here is the Z Fold 6 at Ksh 95,000, the newest and thinnest of the three.
Is the crease on a folding Samsung a defect? No. Every folding phone has a visible crease on the inner screen, including brand-new units, because of how the flexible panel is built. Inspection checks for problems beyond the normal crease, such as hinge looseness, dead pixels along the fold, or the inner screen protector lifting.
How long will a Galaxy Fold last? As long as a comparable non-folding phone. Battery health is the usual limit and it is replaceable. Samsung rates its hinges for hundreds of thousands of fold cycles, and on a refurbished unit the hinge condition is inspected and graded before listing.
Is a refurbished foldable a safe buy? Yes, provided the hinge, fold line and inner screen protector have been specifically inspected, battery health is disclosed, and there is a real warranty and return window behind it. Those three foldable-specific checks are exactly what we added to the standard inspection, and the warranty covers the hinge.
Why was the Samsung Galaxy Fold discontinued? It was not. The original 2019 launch was delayed after review units failed, Samsung redesigned the hinge and screen protector, and the line has continued through the Z Fold 2 up to the current generation. The Folds sold here are the fourth, fifth and sixth generations of that redesign.
Every Samsung Galaxy S series phone at Shwari runs from Ksh 22,500 for a Galaxy S20 FE to Ksh 105,000 for the current Galaxy S25 Ultra, 18 real variants across six generations, S20 through S25, each in base, Plus and Ultra tiers where Samsung released one. All Grade A refurbished, individually tested, 6-month warranty.
Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included, Grade A refurbished, 6-month warranty, free delivery countrywide.
On this page
Every Galaxy S-series model, compared
Which generation should you actually buy?
Base, Plus or Ultra: what the step-up actually buys you
Is an older S-series flagship better value than a new mid-ranger?
Which of these get Galaxy AI
What other Kenyan sellers charge for the same phones
Buy one now
What Ksh 45,000 actually buys you
Questions people ask about the Galaxy S series
Every Galaxy S-series model, compared
Model
Storage
Price
Year
Display
Galaxy S20 FE
6/128GB
Ksh 22,500
2020
6.5″ Super AMOLED, 120Hz
Galaxy S21 FE
8/128GB
Ksh 27,000
2022
6.4″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S21
8/128GB
Ksh 28,500
2021
6.2″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S22
8/128GB
Ksh 30,000
2022
6.1″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S21 Plus
8/128GB
Ksh 32,000
2021
6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S20
8/128GB
Ksh 35,000
2020
6.2″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S22 Plus
8/128GB
Ksh 35,000
2022
6.6″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S21 Ultra
12/128GB
Ksh 38,000
2021
6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, S Pen support
Galaxy S23
8/128GB
Ksh 38,000
2023
6.1″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S22 Ultra
8/128GB
Ksh 45,000
2022
6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, S Pen built in
Galaxy S23 Plus
256GB
Ksh 48,000
2023
6.6″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S24
8/128GB
Ksh 50,000
2024
6.2″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S25
12/128GB
Ksh 58,000
2025
6.2″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S23 Ultra
8/256GB
Ksh 65,000
2023
6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, S Pen built in
Galaxy S24 Plus
256GB
Ksh 65,000
2024
6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S25 Plus
256GB
Ksh 70,000
2025
6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Galaxy S24 Ultra
12/256GB
Ksh 90,000
2024
6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, S Pen built in
Galaxy S25 Ultra
12/256GB
Ksh 105,000
2025
6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, S Pen built in
: Every Samsung Galaxy S-series model at Shwari, September 2026
Every Ultra model from the S21 Ultra onward includes S Pen support, the S22 Ultra was the first to build the pen permanently into the phone’s body rather than selling it as a separate accessory.
Which generation should you actually buy?
If you…
Buy this
Why
Want the lowest price into a genuine flagship
Galaxy S20 FE, Ksh 22,500
Samsung’s own “Fan Edition,” built specifically to bring flagship features to a lower price
Have Ksh 30,000 and want the best all-round phone at that price
Galaxy S22, Ksh 30,000
Newer chip and camera than the S20/S21 at a similar price point
Want the best camera and S Pen under Ksh 50,000
Galaxy S22 Ultra, Ksh 45,000
108MP main camera, built-in S Pen, the strongest value Ultra in the lineup
Want the newest chip without Ultra pricing
Galaxy S24, Ksh 50,000 or Galaxy S25, Ksh 58,000
Both current-generation base models, a meaningfully faster chip than any S22 or S23
Want the single best camera system available here
Galaxy S25 Ultra, Ksh 105,000
Current-generation 200MP sensor and the most refined telephoto Samsung has shipped
Want a bigger screen without stepping up to Ultra pricing
Any Plus model
Same core chip and camera as the base model in that generation, a larger display for a moderate premium
: Quick answer, best Galaxy S-series pick by need
Base, Plus or Ultra: what the step-up actually buys you
Within any single generation, S24 for example, Samsung sells three real tiers, and the differences are consistent generation to generation:
Base (S24, Ksh 50,000)
Plus (S24 Plus, Ksh 65,000)
Ultra (S24 Ultra, Ksh 90,000)
Screen size
6.2″
6.7″
6.8″
Battery
Smaller, matches the compact body
Larger, matches the bigger body
Largest in the lineup
Camera
Triple lens, standard telephoto
Same as base
Quad lens, longer telephoto reach, 200MP main sensor
S Pen
Not included
Not included
Built in
Best for
Compact flagship, one-hand use
Bigger screen, same camera as base
Best camera and productivity, S Pen included
: What Plus and Ultra actually add over the base model, using the S24 generation as the example
The Plus tier is a screen-and-battery upgrade, not a camera upgrade, worth knowing before paying the premium expecting a camera step-up that isn’t there. The Ultra tier is where the real camera and S Pen upgrade lives.
Is an older S-series flagship better value than a new mid-ranger?
This is the real question behind most “affordable Samsung” searches, and it has exact numbers on both sides.
A brand-new Galaxy A26 5G, Samsung’s current mid-range, is listed in Kenya at around Ksh 29,500 for 6GB/128GB and Ksh 36,000 for 8GB/256GB. At Ksh 28,500, the refurbished Galaxy S21 is a 2021 flagship with a triple camera system, a telephoto lens and a 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. One generation up the same comparison repeats: a new Galaxy A56 costs about what our Galaxy S22 Ultra does at Ksh 45,000, and the S22 Ultra has a 108MP quad camera and a built-in S Pen.
The trade-off runs one way every time. The older flagship wins on camera, display and chip class. The newer mid-ranger wins on remaining software support and comes new with a full manufacturer warranty. Which matters more is a real question about how long you keep phones, not a question with a single right answer. What is worth rejecting is the assumption that “new” means “better phone” at a fixed budget. At Ksh 29,000 in Kenya right now, it does not, it means a newer phone from a lower tier.
Which of these get Galaxy AI
Galaxy AI covers Samsung’s on-device features like photo editing, live translation and Circle to Search. It does not run on the whole range, so it is worth checking before you buy on the strength of it.
Samsung’s own support documentation lists Galaxy AI across the Galaxy S24, S25 and S26 series, plus Z Fold, Z Flip and A-series models, and notes availability varies by model and region. It does not list the Galaxy S23 or any older S-series phone.
For this page, that means the Galaxy S24 at Ksh 50,000 is the cheapest phone here that Samsung names as supported. Everything from the S23 down predates Galaxy AI. If those features are the reason you are buying, start at the S24 and do not let anyone sell you an S23 on the promise of them. If they are not, the S22 Ultra at Ksh 45,000 remains the best hardware per shilling on this page and loses you nothing you were going to use.
What other Kenyan sellers charge for the same phones
Rather than ask you to take our pricing on trust, here is how it sits against real listings from other Kenyan sellers, as they appeared in Google search results on 29 September 2026.
Phone
Elsewhere
At Shwari
Honest note
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Ksh 65,000, Nairobi Computer Shop, listed as 12GB/512GB
Ksh 65,000, 8/256GB
Same price, theirs lists more storage and RAM. If storage is your priority, that is the better buy, and we would rather tell you than have you find out
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
From Ksh 34,999, Nairobi Computer Shop
Not stocked
We have no Note 20 in the catalogue, only the Note 10 and Note 10 Plus
Pre-owned S-series, general market
From roughly Ksh 51,000, per Google’s AI Overview for “samsung price”
From Ksh 22,500
Our entry point sits well below the range Google currently reports for the category
Certified renewed, warranty terms
Badili Kenya publishes a 1-year warranty and 7-day replacement
6-month warranty, 7-day return
Badili’s warranty is longer than ours. If warranty length is your deciding factor, that is a fair reason to buy from them
: How our S-series pricing compares with other Kenyan sellers, September 2026
Two of those four rows go against us. They are there because a comparison table that only ever favours the seller who wrote it is not a comparison, and because you are going to check anyway.
What we do not stock. The Galaxy S26 series is Samsung’s current generation and we do not have it. Our newest is the S25 Ultra at Ksh 105,000, against a new S26 Ultra that Google currently reports at around Ksh 147,500. If you want the current generation specifically, buy new. What we would say is that the difference between those two phones is considerably smaller than the difference in price.
Buy one now
Every unit is individually graded and tested: 32-point inspection, battery health disclosed before purchase, IMEI and account-lock verification in writing, 6-month warranty, 7-day no-questions return, free countrywide delivery.
You can check our work yourself, and you should. Battery health on a Samsung: dial *#0228#, or Settings, Battery and device care, Diagnostics. IMEI: dial *#06# and verify it against any independent blacklist service. Do both inside the 7-day window, and if anything does not match what you were told, send it back. The full detail on what gets inspected, and what refurbished does and does not mean, is on the main Samsung page.
Taking the Galaxy S22 Ultra as the example, the strongest value Ultra-tier phone in the lineup.
Included
What it means
Worth
Galaxy S22 Ultra 8/128GB, Grade A
Individually graded, battery health disclosed
Ksh 45,000
32-point inspection
Screen, battery, cameras, S Pen, charging port, buttons, water damage indicators
Ksh 2,500
IMEI verification
Written proof it is not blacklisted or reported stolen
Ksh 1,000
6-month warranty
Covers hardware failure, not accidental damage
Ksh 4,000
7-day return window
Change your mind for any reason, full refund
Ksh 2,000
Free delivery countrywide
Same-day in Nairobi, 1 to 2 days elsewhere
Ksh 500
Total value
Ksh 55,000
You pay
Ksh 45,000
: What Ksh 45,000 actually buys, Galaxy S22 Ultra
Questions people ask about the Galaxy S series
How much is a Samsung S24 Ultra in Kenya? Ksh 90,000 for a Grade A refurbished 12/256GB unit, individually tested with a 6-month warranty.
How much is a Samsung S25 Ultra in Kenya? Ksh 105,000 for a Grade A refurbished 12/256GB unit, the newest and most expensive phone in this catalogue.
How much is a Samsung S23 Ultra in Kenya? Ksh 65,000 for a Grade A refurbished 8/256GB unit.
Which Galaxy S phone should I buy on a budget? The Galaxy S20 FE at Ksh 22,500 is the lowest entry point into the S-series. The Galaxy S21 at Ksh 28,500 is the strongest all-round pick under Ksh 30,000.
What’s the difference between the Plus and Ultra models? Plus is a screen-size and battery upgrade over the base model, using the same camera system. Ultra adds a genuinely different, longer-range camera system and includes the S Pen.
Is an older Galaxy S Ultra better than a newer base model at a similar price? Often, yes, for camera quality specifically. The Galaxy S22 Ultra (45,000) has a more capable camera system than the Galaxy S24 base model (50,000), at a lower price, though the S24 has a newer chip, a longer remaining software support window, and Galaxy AI, which the S22 Ultra does not have.
What is the best Samsung Galaxy to get right now? On outright hardware, the Galaxy S25 Ultra at Ksh 105,000. On value, the Galaxy S22 Ultra at Ksh 45,000, a former top-tier flagship at mid-range money. On a tight budget, the Galaxy S20 FE at Ksh 22,500.
How much is a Samsung Galaxy in Kenya? Refurbished S-series phones here run from Ksh 22,500 to Ksh 105,000. The wider Kenyan market runs from roughly Ksh 12,500 for a new entry-level A-series phone to over Ksh 250,000 for the newest foldables.
Do you sell the Galaxy S26? No. Our newest is the Galaxy S25 Ultra at Ksh 105,000. The S26 series is current-generation and only available new.
Is a refurbished Galaxy S phone safe to buy? It comes down to five things being true before you pay: a stated grade, a disclosed battery health figure, an IMEI check in writing, a warranty with its exclusions named, and a return window that needs no reason. All five apply here, and all five are things you can verify yourself rather than take on trust. The longer answer, including what refurbished does and does not mean, is on the main Samsung page.
Samsung phones in Kenya, refurbished through Shwari, run from Ksh 22,500 for a Galaxy S20 FE to Ksh 105,000 for a Galaxy S25 Ultra. That covers 26 models: every Galaxy S generation from the S20 to the S25, both Note 10 phones, five Z Fold and Z Flip foldables, and two A-series mid-rangers. Every unit is individually tested and graded, with battery health disclosed before you pay, a 6-month warranty and a 7-day return window.
Want the lowest price into a genuine Samsung flagship
Galaxy S20 FE, Ksh 22,500
Flagship-tier camera and 120Hz display, Samsung’s own “Fan Edition” built to hit a lower price
Have a firm Ksh 25,000 to 30,000 budget
Galaxy A54 5G (25,000), Galaxy S21 FE (27,000) or Galaxy S21 (28,500)
All three handle daily use comfortably, the S21 gives you the true flagship camera system
Want the best camera under Ksh 50,000
Galaxy S22 Ultra, Ksh 45,000
108MP main sensor, telephoto, and the S Pen built into the body
Want a folding phone without flagship pricing
Z Flip 4, Ksh 29,999
The cheapest route into Samsung’s foldable line by a wide margin
Want Galaxy AI features
Galaxy S24, Ksh 50,000, or newer
Samsung lists Galaxy AI on the S24 series and up, covered in detail below
Want the best hardware in this catalogue
Galaxy S25 Ultra, Ksh 105,000
Current-generation flagship, the newest silicon and camera system here
Want a big screen for work
Galaxy Note 10 Plus (33,000) or Z Fold 6 (95,000)
The Note’s S Pen suits note-taking, the Fold opens to a tablet-sized screen
: Quick answer, best Samsung by budget and need
What the same phones cost elsewhere in Kenya
Rather than claim we are cheapest and leave you to take our word for it, here are real listings from other Kenyan sellers, as they appeared in Google search results on 29 September 2026, next to ours.
Same price, and theirs lists more storage and RAM. If storage is what you need, that is the better buy and we would rather say so
Galaxy Z Fold 3
Ksh 158,000, Phone Place Kenya
Z Fold 4, one generation newer, Ksh 60,000
Different condition and sourcing, but the gap is large enough to be worth checking for yourself
Galaxy A26 5G, new
Ksh 29,500 for 6/128GB, Ksh 36,000 for 8/256GB, Price in Kenya
Galaxy S21, a 2021 flagship, Ksh 28,500
A new mid-ranger and a used flagship at the same money, the trade-off is explained in the next section
Pre-owned S-series generally
From about Ksh 51,000, per Google’s AI Overview for “samsung price”
From Ksh 22,500
Our floor sits well under the range Google currently reports for the category
Pre-owned Z Flip generally
From about Ksh 60,000, per the same AI Overview
Z Flip 4 from Ksh 29,999
Same point, on foldables
: What other Kenyan sellers list for comparable Samsung phones, September 2026
Where a competitor genuinely beats us. Badili Kenya publishes a 1-year warranty and a 7-day replacement policy on its certified renewed phones. Ours is 6 months and a 7-day return. If the length of the warranty is the single thing you care most about, theirs is longer, and that is a fair reason to buy from them instead. We would rather you know that from us than find it out afterwards.
Refurbished flagship or new mid-range, at the same money
This is the real decision behind most “affordable Samsung” searches in Kenya, and it now has exact numbers on both sides.
New Galaxy A26 5G, Ksh 29,500
Refurbished Galaxy S21, Ksh 28,500
What it is
Samsung’s current mid-range, brand new
Samsung’s 2021 flagship, tested and graded
Chip class
Mid-range
Flagship silicon of its year
Camera
Mid-range sensor set
Triple flagship camera system with telephoto
Display
Mid-range AMOLED
Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
Condition
New, full manufacturer warranty
Graded, battery health disclosed, 6-month warranty
Software runway
Longer, it is a newer release
Shorter, it is a 2021 phone
Galaxy AI
Not listed by Samsung on the A26
Not listed on the S21 either
: A new mid-ranger and a refurbished flagship at roughly the same price
Neither answer here is wrong. Buy the new A26 if a brand-new phone with the longest remaining software runway is what matters, and note plainly that we do not sell it. Buy the refurbished S21 if a better camera, a better screen and flagship silicon matter more than having the newest release. What we would push back on is the idea that “new” automatically means “better phone” at a fixed budget, because at Ksh 29,000 it clearly does not, it means a newer but lower-tier phone.
Samsung A-series vs S-series, and the Galaxy A54 at Ksh 25,000
Samsung’s naming makes this harder than it needs to be. The A-series is the budget and mid-range line, built down to a price: usually a plastic frame, a simpler camera system, and a chip chosen for cost rather than speed. The S-series is the flagship line, built up to a spec: a Dynamic AMOLED display with a high refresh rate, a multi-lens camera with real telephoto and ultra-wide sensors, and the fastest chip Samsung had that year.
Galaxy A54 5G, Ksh 25,000
The A54 is the sensible middle of this catalogue and the most searched-for A-series model we actually stock. At Ksh 25,000 with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage, it gives you 5G, a Super AMOLED display and Samsung’s longer mid-range software support window, in a newer phone than anything else at this price here. Choose it over the Galaxy S20 FE (Ksh 22,500) or S21 FE (Ksh 27,000) if you would rather have a newer phone with more update runway than an older flagship with a better camera.
The A56 is the newest Samsung in this catalogue by release date, 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. Worth being straight about the comparison, though: at Ksh 45,000 it sits at exactly the same price as the Galaxy S22 Ultra, a phone that launched as a genuine top-tier flagship with a 108MP camera and a built-in S Pen. If you want the newest phone, take the A56. If you want the most camera and screen for Ksh 45,000, the S22 Ultra is the stronger hardware by a clear margin.
The Note line is discontinued, Samsung folded its S Pen into the S-series Ultra models from the S22 Ultra onward. That makes these two the cheapest way to get a built-in S Pen, and the only phones here under Ksh 35,000 that have one.
Be clear about what you are buying: these are 2019 phones. The screens and the S Pen are still genuinely good, and for handwritten notes, signing documents or marking up images they do the job as well as they ever did. What they do not have is a current chip, 5G on most variants, or many years of software updates remaining. Buy one for the pen and the screen, not as a long-term daily phone.
If the S Pen is what you are here for but you want a current phone, the Galaxy S22 Ultra at Ksh 45,000 has one built in and is three years newer.
Galaxy AI and One UI, which of these phones actually get them
Galaxy AI is Samsung’s on-device feature set covering photo editing, live translation and Circle to Search. One UI is Samsung’s software layer over Android, and every phone on this page runs some version of it.
Galaxy AI is the one to check before you buy, because it does not run on everything. Samsung’s own support page lists Galaxy AI support across the Galaxy S24, S25 and S26 series, along with Z Fold, Z Flip and A-series models, and notes that availability varies by model and region. It does not list the Galaxy S23 or older S-series phones.
What that means for this catalogue, stated carefully: the Galaxy S24 at Ksh 50,000 is the cheapest phone here that Samsung names as supported. Most of the catalogue, everything from the S23 down, predates Galaxy AI and should not be bought expecting it. If those features are why you are buying, start at the S24. If they are not, the older flagships are considerably better value and lose nothing you were going to use.
Is a refurbished Samsung actually safe to buy?
These are the questions Kenyan buyers actually search before buying a refurbished phone, taken from Google’s own “People also ask” results. Answered plainly.
Is “refurbished” just second-hand with a nicer name? No, though the word is used loosely enough in Kenya that the suspicion is fair. A second-hand phone is sold as-is: whatever condition it is in when you buy it is your problem from that moment. A refurbished phone has been inspected, tested, graded against a stated standard, and sold with a warranty behind it. The phone may have had the same previous life. What differs is what was checked before sale and who carries the risk afterwards. If a seller uses the word “refurbished” but cannot tell you what was tested or what the warranty covers, treat it as second-hand, whatever the label says.
Is a refurbished phone original, or is it fake? Every phone we sell is a genuine Samsung device, and the way you confirm that yourself rather than taking our word for it is the IMEI. Every phone comes with IMEI verification in writing, confirming the device is not blacklisted or reported stolen. You can dial *#06# on any phone to see its IMEI and check it independently. A counterfeit device will not hold up to that check, which is exactly why we put it in writing.
Do refurbished phones have original parts? The honest answer depends on the individual unit and on the seller, and it is worth asking anyone you buy from, including us. Every unit here is graded and inspected before listing, and anything found and not repaired is disclosed against the grade rather than hidden. Ask us about a specific unit before you buy and we will tell you what it has had done.
Do refurbished phones come with a new battery? Not automatically, and any seller who promises a new battery on every unit as a blanket policy is worth a second question. What matters more is the number: battery health is disclosed before you pay, on every phone, and you can verify it yourself. On most Samsung phones, dial *#0228# or check Settings, Battery and device care, Diagnostics. Do that within your 7-day return window and if the figure does not match what you were told, send it back.
How long will a refurbished Samsung last? Two things set the ceiling, and neither is the fact that it was refurbished. The first is battery health, which is a consumable and replaceable part on any phone, new or not. The second is software support, which is fixed by the model’s release date: Samsung’s S-series typically receives four to seven years of updates from launch depending on the generation, so a 2021 Galaxy S21 has meaningfully less runway left than a 2024 Galaxy S24. That is the real reason to pay more for a newer model, not durability.
What are the disadvantages of buying refurbished? Three real ones. You get a shorter remaining software support window than a new phone of the same price. You usually get a shorter warranty than a manufacturer’s new-device warranty, ours is 6 months and Badili’s is a year, against the typical new-phone warranty. And the specific unit has a history you were not present for, which is why the grading, the disclosed battery health and the return window exist. If none of those trade-offs sit well with you, a new mid-range phone is a reasonable alternative and we have priced one against ours above.
Where is the safest place to buy a refurbished phone in Kenya? Anywhere that will do these five things before you pay: state the grade and what it means, show you the battery health figure, put the IMEI check in writing, tell you exactly what the warranty covers and excludes, and give you a return window that does not require a reason. Several Kenyan sellers do all five. Any seller who will not do all five is asking you to carry the risk for them.
What we check before a Samsung goes on sale
Every phone goes through a 32-point inspection before it is listed. The checks cover the screen, battery, all cameras, speakers, microphones, charging port, buttons, wireless charging, the S Pen where the model has one, the hinge and fold line on foldables, and the water damage indicators. Anything that fails and cannot be put right does not get listed.
Alongside the inspection, every unit ships with IMEI and account-lock verification in writing, confirming the phone is not blacklisted, reported stolen, or locked to a previous owner’s account. In Kenya specifically, that last one is worth more than it sounds: a locked or blacklisted handset is the single most common way people lose money on a used phone, and it is invisible until you try to use it.
How to check our work. Battery health with *#0228# or Settings, Battery and device care, Diagnostics. IMEI with *#06#, checked against any independent blacklist service. Physical condition against the stated grade, in daylight, in the first few days. You have 7 days to return the phone for any reason at all, no explanation required, which is the window this checking is designed to fit inside.
What we don’t stock, said plainly
The entry-level A-series. Samsung’s genuine budget phones, the Galaxy A06, A07, A16 and A17, sell in Kenya from roughly Ksh 13,500 to Ksh 21,000. We do not stock them. Our cheapest Samsung is Ksh 22,500. If your budget tops out below that, buy one of those phones from a seller who stocks them rather than stretching to us.
The Galaxy S26 series and the newest foldables. Samsung’s current generation at the time of writing includes the Galaxy S26 series and the Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8. Our newest are the S25 Ultra and the Z Fold 6. If you specifically want the current flagship generation, a new-device retailer is the place for it. What we would say is that the gap between an S25 Ultra at Ksh 105,000 and a new S26 Ultra, which Google currently reports at around Ksh 147,500, buys a great deal less difference than the price gap suggests.
Being direct about what we do not have is not modesty. A page that claims to cover everything is a page you cannot trust on the things it does cover.
Used Samsung or used iPhone?
If you are weighing this against Shwari’s refurbished iPhones, the honest differences. Samsung depreciates faster than Apple, which is exactly why refurbished Galaxy flagships are the better value on the way in: a three-year-old S22 Ultra costs a fraction of its launch price while an iPhone of the same year holds much more of its. The same fact works against you on the way out, so if you expect to resell or trade in within two or three years, the iPhone will likely return more of what you paid. Software support runs longer on iPhone, typically six to eight years against roughly four to seven for Samsung’s S-series. Beyond that it is Android against iOS, which is a habit and preference question rather than a better-or-worse one.
If you are still deciding between specific models, the iPhone 11 vs 12 vs 13 comparison covers the equivalent decision on the Apple side at similar prices.
Where to buy Samsung in Nairobi
Nairobi CBD has several established Samsung retailers, and the advice is the same in any of them, including ours: ask for the battery health figure before you pay, ask what the warranty actually covers, and ask to see the IMEI check.
Retailer
What they are known for
Phone Place Kenya, Nairobi CBD
Large established retailer, 4.6 stars across roughly 2,500 Google reviews, known for genuine devices with warranties and same-day Nairobi delivery
Phones Store Kenya, Avenue House, Kenyatta Avenue/Lane, Nairobi CBD
4.8 stars across roughly 377 reviews, competitive market rates and installment payment plans
Nairobi Computer Shop
Refurbished and ex-UK stock, lists Samsung flagships including the S23 Ultra and Note 20 Ultra
Badili Kenya
Certified renewed devices with a 1-year warranty and 7-day replacement
Gadgets Leo, Avechi, Patabay
Online Samsung retailers, stronger on the budget and mid-range A-series than on flagships
Samsung Brandstore Kenya
Samsung’s own official retail presence for new devices and support
: Samsung retailers in Kenya referenced in this research, September 2026
We name real competitors on our own page for the same reason we publish battery health figures: a seller who will only discuss their own phones in isolation is asking you not to compare. Compare.
What your warranty actually covers
Included with every Samsung purchase
What it means
Grade A refurbished unit
Individually graded, battery health disclosed before you buy
32-point inspection
Screen, battery, cameras, speakers, charging port, buttons, S Pen, hinge, water damage indicators
IMEI and account-lock verification
Written confirmation the device is not blacklisted, stolen or locked
6-month warranty
Covers hardware failure. Does not cover accidental damage, drops or liquid damage
7-day return window
Any reason, or no reason, full refund including delivery
Free delivery countrywide
Same-day in Nairobi, 1 to 2 days elsewhere
: What comes with every Samsung purchase at Shwari, regardless of model
The two exclusions are stated above rather than in small print, because they are the two things people are most often surprised by later: a cracked screen or liquid damage is not a warranty claim, on any phone, anywhere.
Questions people ask about Samsung prices in Kenya
How much is a Samsung Galaxy in Kenya? At Shwari, refurbished Galaxy phones run from Ksh 22,500 for a Galaxy S20 FE to Ksh 105,000 for a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Brand new, the Kenyan market runs from roughly Ksh 12,500 for an entry-level Galaxy A-series phone to well over Ksh 250,000 for the newest foldables.
How much is the cheapest Samsung in Kenya? Our cheapest is the Galaxy S20 FE at Ksh 22,500. Cheaper Samsungs exist in Kenya: the entry-level Galaxy A06 and A07 sell new from roughly Ksh 13,500, from sellers who stock that tier. We do not.
Which Samsung is best for a low budget? Under Ksh 30,000 the real options here are the Galaxy S20 FE (22,500), Galaxy A54 5G (25,000), Galaxy S21 FE (27,000), Galaxy S21 (28,500) and Galaxy Z Flip 4 (29,999). The S21 is the strongest all-round phone of those, the A54 is the newest, and the Z Flip 4 is the only foldable anywhere near that price.
Which is better, Samsung A or S? The S-series has the better camera, display and chip. The A-series is cheaper and newer within its own cycle. A used S-series flagship usually beats a same-priced new A-series phone on hardware, and loses on remaining software support. At Ksh 45,000 in this catalogue you can buy either an A56 or an S22 Ultra, which makes the trade-off unusually easy to see.
What is the best Samsung Galaxy to get right now? Depends entirely on budget. Best overall hardware here is the Galaxy S25 Ultra (105,000). Best value is the Galaxy S22 Ultra (45,000), a former top-tier flagship at mid-range money. Best cheap buy is the Galaxy S20 FE (22,500).
Which Samsung phones have the best cameras in 2026? In this catalogue, the Galaxy S25 Ultra (105,000) and S24 Ultra (90,000) lead, both with a 200MP main sensor and dedicated telephoto lenses. Under Ksh 50,000 the Galaxy S22 Ultra (45,000) is the best camera available, with a 108MP main sensor.
Is it better to buy new or refurbished? New if you want the longest software support and the full manufacturer warranty, and you are willing to accept a lower-tier phone for the same money. Refurbished if you want more phone per shilling and are comfortable with a shorter support window and a graded unit. At Ksh 29,000 that choice is between a new Galaxy A26 and a refurbished Galaxy S21, compared directly above.
Is refurbished real or fake? Real, when it is a genuine device that has been tested and warrantied. The check that settles it is the IMEI: dial *#06#, verify the number independently, and confirm it is not blacklisted. We supply that verification in writing with every phone.
How long do refurbished phones last? As long as any other phone of the same model and age. The limits are battery health, which is replaceable, and the manufacturer’s software support window, which is set by the phone’s release date rather than by its condition.
What are the disadvantages of Samsung phones? They lose resale value faster than iPhones, which helps you buying and hurts you selling. Android update timing varies more across models than Apple’s single-manufacturer schedule. One UI ships with more pre-installed software than stock Android. None of these are dealbreakers for most people, they are simply the honest trade-offs against the alternative.
There’s no single best iPhone in Kenya by bugdet, the right one depends entirely on what you want to spend. Under Ksh 30,000, the iPhone 12 is the pick. Under Ksh 40,000, it’s the iPhone 13 mini or iPhone 11 Pro depending on whether you want the newer chip or a better camera. Under Ksh 50,000, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 12 Pro both land at exactly Ksh 43,000 and trade off differently. This page is the map, pick your budget and go straight to the right comparison.
Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included, Grade A refurbished, 6-month warranty, free delivery countrywide.
On this page
Pick your budget
Every model, every budget, one table
How to actually decide, not just by price
Buy one now
Questions people ask about buying an iPhone on a budget in Kenya
If you’d rather see everything at once instead of picking a bracket first, here’s every iPhone we sell under Ksh 50,000, sorted by price.
Model
Price
Chip
5G
Cameras
Fits under
iPhone 11
Ksh 25,000
A13 Bionic
No
Dual 12MP
30K, 40K, 50K
iPhone 12 mini
Ksh 26,500
A14 Bionic
Yes
Dual 12MP
30K, 40K, 50K
iPhone 12
Ksh 30,000
A14 Bionic
Yes
Dual 12MP
30K, 40K, 50K
iPhone 11 Pro
Ksh 35,000
A13 Bionic
No
Triple 12MP
40K, 50K
iPhone 13 mini
Ksh 36,500
A15 Bionic
Yes
Dual 12MP
40K, 50K
iPhone 12 Pro
Ksh 43,000
A14 Bionic
Yes
Triple 12MP + LiDAR
50K
iPhone 13
Ksh 43,000
A15 Bionic
Yes
Dual 12MP
50K
: Every iPhone under Ksh 50,000 in Kenya, one table, September 2026
Every phone here is Grade A refurbished, individually tested, with a 6-month warranty and free delivery countrywide, regardless of which budget bracket you’re shopping in.
How to actually decide, not just by price
Price tells you what you can afford, it doesn’t tell you which phone is right for you. A few honest questions to actually decide with:
Do you need 5G? If you’re in a covered area (mainly Nairobi and Mombasa right now) and want the option, that rules out the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro, both are 4G only, permanently.
Do you photograph often, especially in low light? If yes, the Pro-tier models (11 Pro at 35,000, 12 Pro at 43,000) add a third lens and Night Mode on every camera. If you mostly shoot in daylight or don’t photograph much, a standard model covers you just as well for less.
Do you want the smallest phone possible? The 12 mini and 13 mini are both 5.4″, genuinely one-hand-usable in a way nothing else on this page is. That’s a real, felt difference if you’ve found modern phones too big.
Is battery life your top priority? The iPhone 13’s 3,240 mAh cell and A15 chip give it the best real-world battery life on this page, ahead of the 12 Pro despite the Pro tier’s camera advantage.
Is this a firm budget or a starting point? If Ksh 30,000 is genuinely your ceiling, don’t let a comparison table talk you into stretching, the iPhone 12 at that exact price is a strong phone on its own terms, not a compromise.
Buy one now
Every unit across every budget is individually graded and tested the same way: 32-point inspection, battery health guaranteed 85%+, 6-month warranty, 7-day no-questions return.
Questions people ask about buying an iPhone on a budget in Kenya
What’s the best cheap iPhone in Kenya right now? It depends on your exact budget. Under Ksh 30,000, the iPhone 12 at Ksh 30,000 is the strongest pick. If you need to go lower, the iPhone 11 at Ksh 25,000 is the cheapest fully-supported current iPhone we sell.
Is it better to save up for a more expensive iPhone or buy the best one in my current budget? That depends on how long “saving up” actually takes. A tested, warrantied iPhone at Ksh 30,000 today is a better buy than an untested, unwarrantied phone at a similar price from elsewhere, price alone doesn’t tell you what you’re actually getting.
How do I know which budget bracket is right for me? Start with what you can genuinely afford without stretching, then check the comparison table for that bracket to see what tradeoffs exist at that price. Going up one bracket, say from 30K to 40K, usually buys either 5G, a better camera, or a newer chip, not all three at once.
Are cheaper iPhones under Ksh 30,000 in Kenya reliable? A tested refurbished unit with disclosed battery health is reliable at this price. An untested Ex-UK or classifieds listing at a similar price is a different, riskier product, even when the phone model looks the same on the surface.
Which budget bracket has the best value for money? Under Ksh 40,000, honestly. It’s the widest bracket in the catalogue, spanning two full chip generations and both screen technologies, and it’s where the biggest single jump in capability per shilling happens.
If your budget is flexible and you just want the best phone for your money: buy the iPhone 12 at Ksh 30,000. It is the clearest value in this three-generation range, first-generation 5G, an OLED screen and the same core camera experience as the 13, for less than a used mid-range Android costs new. If your budget is fixed under Ksh 25,000 to 30,000, the iPhone 11 at Ksh 25,000 does everything but 5G. If you want the newest chip and the best battery life in the range and can stretch to Ksh 43,000, buy the iPhone 13.
Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included, Grade A refurbished, 6-month warranty, free delivery countrywide.
On this page
iPhone 11 vs 12 vs 13: the price and spec table
Which should you actually buy?
The chip difference, does it actually matter?
5G: the real reason 11 and 12/13 split
Camera and battery: what actually changed each generation
A fair note before you read further: none of these three generations support Apple Intelligence, that cutoff sits at the iPhone 15 Pro. If Apple’s newest AI features are the reason you’re upgrading, all three of these are the wrong purchase, and that’s worth knowing before you spend anything at all, on any of them.
Which should you actually buy?
This is the actual decision most people are trying to make, answered directly.
If you…
Buy this
Why
Have Ksh 25,000 and that’s genuinely the ceiling
iPhone 11, Ksh 25,000
No 5G, everything else works fine
Want the single best value in the range
iPhone 12, Ksh 30,000
5G, OLED and MagSafe for Ksh 5,000 more than the 11
Want the newest chip and the longest battery life
iPhone 13, Ksh 43,000
A15, Cinematic mode video, all-day battery
Are on Nairobi’s patchy 4G/5G rollout and it matters to you
iPhone 12 or 13
Both support 5G, the 11 doesn’t
Mainly use WhatsApp, M-Pesa, calls and photos, nothing demanding
iPhone 11, Ksh 25,000
The A13 handles all of this without lag, paying more buys you speed you won’t notice
None of the base models in this table have a third lens or LiDAR
The chip difference, does it actually matter?
In daily use, less than the marketing suggests. The A13, A14 and A15 all handle WhatsApp, M-Pesa, banking apps, browsing and everyday photography without visible lag, that’s true across all three generations, we sell all three and hear this from customers directly. Where the difference actually shows up:
Gaming. Newer, graphically demanding games run more smoothly on the A14 and noticeably better on the A15. If you play current mobile games seriously, this is the one place where paying more buys something you’ll feel.
Longevity. A newer chip generally means more years of iOS updates ahead before Apple drops support. All three currently run iOS 27, but the 11 will likely be the first of the three to lose support in a future year, simply because it’s two years older.
Video and computational photography. Cinematic mode (13 only) and faster Night Mode processing (12 and 13) lean on the newer chip’s image signal processor, not just raw speed.
If none of those three apply to you, the chip generation alone is not a reason to pay more.
5G: the real reason 11 and 12/13 split
The iPhone 11 launched before Apple added 5G to any iPhone, it is 4G only, permanently, no software update changes that. The iPhone 12 was Apple’s first 5G iPhone, and the 13 carries it forward with better modem efficiency.
Whether this matters to you depends on where you actually use your phone. 5G coverage in Kenya is still concentrated in Nairobi, Mombasa and a handful of other urban centres, if you’re mostly on WiFi or in an area without 5G towers yet, the iPhone 11 will feel identical day to day. If you’re in a covered area and value having the option as coverage expands, that’s the Ksh 5,000 the iPhone 12 costs over the 11, buying you.
Camera and battery: what actually changed each generation
iPhone 11
iPhone 12
iPhone 13
Main sensor improvements
Baseline dual 12MP
Same sensor generation as 11, better ISP processing
2,815 mAh, the smallest, offset by OLED efficiency
3,240 mAh, the longest real-world battery life
Typical screen-on time
Full day, moderate use
Full day, moderate use
Full day plus, even with heavier use
: What actually changed, camera and battery, iPhone 11 to 13
The counter-intuitive result here: the iPhone 12 has the smallest battery of the three on paper, but OLED’s efficiency at displaying black pixels roughly offsets the difference against the 11’s larger LCD-era battery in real-world use. The 13 is the genuine battery-life winner of the range, not marginally, its combination of a bigger cell and a more efficient chip is the most noticeable single upgrade if you’re coming from either of the other two.
Buy the one you’ve decided on
Every unit across all three generations is individually graded and tested the same way, 32-point inspection, battery health guaranteed 85%+, 6-month warranty, 7-day no-questions return.
iPhone 11, Ksh 25,000
The lowest price into a still-fully-supported iPhone.
Repair cost is part of the real cost of ownership, not just the purchase price, and it changes meaningfully across these three generations.
Repair
iPhone 11
iPhone 12
iPhone 13
Screen replacement
Ksh 6,500-9,000
Ksh 7,000-10,000
Ksh 8,000-11,000
Battery replacement
Ksh 3,000-4,500
Ksh 3,500-5,000
Ksh 4,000-5,500
Charging port
Ksh 2,000-3,500
Ksh 2,500-4,000
Ksh 2,500-4,000
: Typical base-model repair costs in Nairobi, by generation
Repair costs rise gradually with each generation, mostly because parts for the newer OLED and 5G-era hardware cost more to source and to fit correctly. It’s a real but small difference, not large enough on its own to be a deciding factor either way.
Questions people ask when comparing these three
Which is better, the iPhone 11, 12 or 13? For most people, the iPhone 12 is the best value, 5G and an OLED screen for only Ksh 5,000 more than the 11. The 13 is the better phone outright if you can afford the extra Ksh 13,000 over the 12, mainly for its battery life and chip. The 11 is the right call if Ksh 25,000 is a firm ceiling.
Is it worth paying more for the iPhone 12 over the 11? Yes, for most buyers. Ksh 5,000 buys you 5G, an OLED screen with genuinely deeper blacks, and MagSafe. None of those are essential, but at that price gap they’re a reasonable upgrade for most people, not a luxury tax.
Is it worth paying more for the iPhone 13 over the 12? It depends on your budget more than the phones themselves. The chip and battery improvements are real and noticeable, but the iPhone 12 already covers 5G and OLED. If Ksh 13,000 is a meaningful amount to you, the 12 is not a compromise, it’s the smarter buy.
Do all three still get software updates? Yes. Apple shipped iOS 27 to all three generations, the 11, 12 and 13, in September 2026. None of them support Apple Intelligence, that feature is limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and newer.
Which of these has the best camera? The iPhone 13 has the best base-model camera of the three, a larger main sensor and Cinematic mode video that neither the 11 nor 12 have. If camera quality is your main priority and budget allows, step up further again to the 12 Pro or 13 Pro for a third lens and LiDAR.
Which of these has 5G? The iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 both support 5G. The iPhone 11 does not and never will, it launched before Apple added 5G to any iPhone.
Should I skip the iPhone 11 entirely in 2026? Not necessarily. If your budget is genuinely capped near Ksh 25,000, the 11 is still a fully supported, capable phone, the case against it is only strong if you specifically need 5G or want the longest remaining software support window, in which case the 12 or 13 make more sense.
Kisumu is the most expensive city in Kenya to buy an iPhone, and it has nothing to do with the phones. It is about how few people are selling them.
A 128GB iPhone 11 is currently listed in Kisumu at Ksh 55,972. The same phone, refurbished and tested, delivered free to a Kisumu address, is Ksh 28,500 from us. That is a difference of Ksh 27,472 on an identical device.
The gap is not about quality. Kisumu has very few specialist phone sellers, and thin supply means high prices. Free delivery from Nairobi is the whole answer to that, and it takes one to two working days.
Delivery to Kisumu: 1 to 2 days, free. To your door or a pickup point.
On this page
Refurbished phones in Kisumu: what things actually cost
Why Kisumu prices are so much higher
What buying delivered actually gets you
Popular models, delivered to Kisumu
Where we deliver in Kisumu
Trade in your current phone from Kisumu
Questions from buyers in Kisumu
Refurbished phones in Kisumu: what things actually cost
We checked what an iPhone 11 costs in Kisumu on 13 September 2026. The result was the single widest price gap we found anywhere in Kenya.
Where from
Price
What you get
Named in search results
Online local listing
Ksh 55,972 for the 128GB iPhone 11
Nearly double the Nairobi price for the same phone
Businessclaud, Kisumu
Authorised reseller
Priced above refurbished, new stock
Full manufacturer warranty. A different product at a different price
: Refurbished iPhone 11 prices in Kisumu, recorded 13 September 2026
To be clear, we do not have a shop in Kisumu. We are based in the Nairobi CBD and deliver free across Kenya. If holding the phone before paying matters more to you than the price, buy locally. We would rather say that than have you feel misled when the courier arrives.
Why Kisumu prices are so much higher
It is a supply problem, not a quality one. Nairobi has hundreds of phone sellers competing on the same street, and that competition drags prices down. Kisumu has a handful. When only a few sellers stock a device, each of them can price it well above what the same phone fetches four hours up the road, and buyers pay it because the alternative is a trip to Nairobi.
Free nationwide delivery removes the trip. The Nairobi price becomes the Kisumu price, and the Ksh 27,472 stays in your pocket. That is the entire argument for buying a phone this way, and it is a stronger argument in Kisumu than anywhere else in Kenya.
None of which is a reason to avoid the local shops. Mac Garage at United Mall and Mac and More Solutions are real businesses with real stock, and if you want to hold a device before paying, that is a perfectly good reason to visit them. Just know what the same phone costs delivered before you decide.
What buying delivered actually gets you
What
Why it matters
Ksh 27,472 back in your pocket
On the 128GB iPhone 11, against the highest local listing we found
A battery figure in writing
85% floor, published. Ask any seller for their number and see what happens
Six months of warranty
Parts and labour, with collection and return arranged from Kisumu
Seven days, any reason
Buying at distance only works if sending it back is painless
A choice of 84 devices
Rather than whatever the one shop in town happens to have in stock this week
: What you get buying from us in Kisumu
Popular models, delivered to Kisumu
All Grade A refurbished, including a 6-month warranty, battery health of 85% or above, and free delivery to Kisumu. The full catalogue runs to 84 devices.
Kisumu CBD · Milimani · Mamboleo · Kondele · Nyalenda · Riat Hills · Ahero · Maseno · Kibos, and everywhere between. Delivery is free to a physical address or a pickup point, whichever suits you.
How long it takes
1 to 2 days. To your door or a pickup point. You get a tracking number when it leaves us.
How you pay
M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. You can also pay a deposit and spread the balance over three or six months, with the full total shown up front.
If it is not right
Seven days to send it back for any reason at all, refunded in full including delivery. No restocking fee, no explanation required.
If it fails later
Six months of warranty on hardware failure, parts and labour. We arrange collection and return, so a fault does not mean a trip to Nairobi.
Trade in your current phone from Kisumu
Send us the phone in your drawer and its value comes off the price. We collect it from Kisumu at no cost, and we give you a firm figure before you commit to anything.
Your phone
We pay up to
iPhone X or XR
Ksh 12,000
iPhone XS Max
Ksh 15,000
Samsung Galaxy S20
Ksh 11,000
Samsung Galaxy S21
Ksh 15,000
Google Pixel 6
Ksh 10,000
iPhone 8 or 8 Plus
Ksh 7,000
: Indicative trade-in values, confirmed after inspection
Before you pay anyone for a used or refurbished iPhone in Kisumu, dial *#06# to see the IMEI and check it matches the box and the Settings menu, then verify the serial number on Apple’s own coverage check page. A seller who won’t wait while you do this is telling you something.
Questions from buyers in Kisumu
How much is the iPhone 11 in Kisumu?
Local online listings reach Ksh 55,972 for the 128GB model. Delivered from us it is Ksh 28,500 for the 128GB and Ksh 25,000 for the 64GB, free, in one to two working days, with a 6-month warranty and seven days to return it.
Why is the same phone so much cheaper in Nairobi?
Competition. Nairobi has hundreds of sellers pricing against each other on the same streets. Kisumu has a handful, so each can charge considerably more for the same device. The phone is identical. The market is not.
Where can I find the cheapest iPhone 11 in Kisumu?
Cheapest on the sticker is usually a classifieds listing, which comes with no testing, no battery health figure and no warranty. Cheapest for a tested unit with a warranty is ordering delivered from Nairobi at Ksh 25,000. Local retail and authorised resellers price considerably higher.
Do you deliver to Kisumu and the surrounding area?
Yes, free. Kisumu CBD, Milimani, Mamboleo, Kondele, Nyalenda, Riat, and out to Ahero, Maseno and Kibos. One to two working days to a physical address or a pickup point.
What if something goes wrong after delivery?
Seven days to return it for any reason with a full refund, and six months of warranty on hardware failure covering parts and labour. For a warranty repair we arrange collection and return. You are not expected to travel to Nairobi.
Ready when you are
Free delivery to Kisumu, seven days to change your mind, six months of warranty, and a published battery standard. If it is not right, you are not stuck with it.
Shwari Phones, 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Refurbished iPhones, Samsung and Google Pixel delivered free across Kenya, including Kisumu.
Competitor and market prices recorded from Google Search and Shopping results on 13 September 2026 and change frequently. Our prices are correct at the date shown.
We do not have a shop in Mombasa. We have a warehouse in Nairobi, free delivery to the coast in one to two days, and prices that reflect not paying rent on Nyali Road.
Refurbished phones in Mombasa start around Ksh 22,000 from local sellers, with Jiji listings from Ksh 23,500. Our refurbished iPhone 11 is Ksh 25,000 and the 128GB is Ksh 28,500, delivered free to any Mombasa address in one to two working days.
We are honest about this: we are a Nairobi business. There is no Shwari shop in Mombasa. What you get instead is a tested phone with a published battery standard, a 6-month warranty and seven days to send it back, brought to your door at no charge.
Delivery to Mombasa: 1 to 2 days, free. To your door or a pickup point.
On this page
Refurbished phones in Mombasa: what things actually cost
The 84% listing, and why it is worth understanding
Why a Nairobi seller is cheaper than a Mombasa shop
Popular models, delivered to Mombasa
Where we deliver in Mombasa
Trade in your current phone from Mombasa
Questions from buyers in Mombasa
Refurbished phones in Mombasa: what things actually cost
Mombasa has fewer specialist phone sellers than Nairobi, and the ones that exist are good but small. That thinness is what pushes coast prices up.
Where from
Price
What you get
Named in search results
Local specialist
Ksh 27,500 for an iPhone 11 Pro 256GB
Listed with 84% battery health and 3 months warranty. Credit to them for publishing the battery figure
iPhone Centre Mombasa, Mlango Wa Papa Road
Classifieds
From Ksh 23,500
No testing, no battery figure, no warranty
Jiji Kenya, Mombasa listings
General electronics shops
Ksh 22,000 and up
Stock varies week to week. Refurbishment standards rarely stated
: Refurbished iPhone 11 prices in Mombasa, recorded 13 September 2026
To be clear, we do not have a shop in Mombasa. We are based in the Nairobi CBD and deliver free across Kenya. If holding the phone before paying matters more to you than the price, buy locally. We would rather say that than have you feel misled when the courier arrives.
The 84% listing, and why it is worth understanding
iPhone Centre Mombasa on Mlango Wa Papa Road currently lists an iPhone 11 Pro 256GB at Ksh 27,500, stated as 84% battery health with three months of warranty. They deserve credit for publishing the battery figure, because most sellers in Kenya will not give you a number at all.
But do the arithmetic that the listing invites. At 84%, that battery is close to the point where it needs replacing, and a replacement runs Ksh 3,000 to 4,500 in Mombasa. So the real cost of that phone is closer to Ksh 31,000, with three months of cover rather than six. That is not a criticism of the shop. It is the reason we publish an 85% floor and replace anything below it before listing, so the cost sits in our price instead of arriving as your surprise.
Why a Nairobi seller is cheaper than a Mombasa shop
What
Why it matters
No coast retail rent
A shop on Nyali Road pays rent that ends up in the price of the phone. We pay for a warehouse and a courier instead
More stock moving
Nairobi volume means we buy better and turn stock faster, and that shows up in what we can charge
Free delivery either way
Delivery costs you nothing, so the Nairobi price is the Mombasa price
Seven days to change your mind
Buying at distance only works if returning is easy. Any reason, full refund, delivery included
Same warranty wherever you are
Six months, parts and labour, whether you are in the CBD or in Diani
: What you get buying from us in Mombasa
Popular models, delivered to Mombasa
All Grade A refurbished, including a 6-month warranty, battery health of 85% or above, and free delivery to Mombasa. The full catalogue runs to 84 devices.
Mombasa Island and CBD · Nyali · Bamburi · Shanzu · Kisauni · Tudor · Changamwe · Likoni · Mtwapa · Diani and Ukunda, and everywhere between. Delivery is free to a physical address or a pickup point, whichever suits you.
How long it takes
1 to 2 days. To your door or a pickup point. You get a tracking number when it leaves us.
How you pay
M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. You can also pay a deposit and spread the balance over three or six months, with the full total shown up front.
If it is not right
Seven days to send it back for any reason at all, refunded in full including delivery. No restocking fee, no explanation required.
If it fails later
Six months of warranty on hardware failure, parts and labour. We arrange collection and return, so a fault does not mean a trip to Nairobi.
Trade in your current phone from Mombasa
Send us the phone in your drawer and its value comes off the price. We collect it from Mombasa at no cost, and we give you a firm figure before you commit to anything.
Your phone
We pay up to
iPhone X or XR
Ksh 12,000
iPhone XS Max
Ksh 15,000
Samsung Galaxy S20
Ksh 11,000
Samsung Galaxy S21
Ksh 15,000
Google Pixel 6
Ksh 10,000
iPhone 8 or 8 Plus
Ksh 7,000
: Indicative trade-in values, confirmed after inspection
Before you pay anyone for a used or refurbished iPhone in Mombasa, dial *#06# to see the IMEI and check it matches the box and the Settings menu, then verify the serial number on Apple’s own coverage check page. A seller who won’t wait while you do this is telling you something.
Questions from buyers in Mombasa
Is there an Apple store in Mombasa?
There is no Apple-owned store anywhere in Kenya. Apple sells through authorised resellers, and the nearest of those are in Nairobi. In Mombasa you have independent specialists such as iPhone Centre Mombasa on Mlango Wa Papa Road, general electronics shops, and delivery from Nairobi sellers like us.
How much is the iPhone 11 in Mombasa?
Local listings start around Ksh 22,000 for untested units and Ksh 23,500 on Jiji. A tested unit with a warranty runs higher. Ours is Ksh 25,000 for the 64GB and Ksh 28,500 for the 128GB, delivered free to Mombasa in one to two working days with a 6-month warranty.
Do you actually deliver to the coast, or just Mombasa town?
Anywhere on the coast, free. Mombasa Island, Nyali, Bamburi, Shanzu, Kisauni, Tudor, Changamwe, Likoni, Mtwapa, and down to Diani and Ukunda. One to two working days to a physical address or a pickup point, whichever you prefer.
What if the phone arrives and I do not want it?
Send it back within seven days for a full refund, including what you paid for delivery, which is nothing. You do not need to give a reason. This matters more when buying at distance, which is exactly why the window has no conditions attached to it.
Are iPhone 11s old now?
Seven years old, released September 2019, and still supported. Apple confirmed iOS 27 runs on the iPhone 11, which is its eighth major iOS version and more than any earlier iPhone generation received. It does not support 5G or Apple Intelligence.
Which iPhone can I get for 40k in Mombasa?
At Ksh 40,000 delivered, the iPhone 12 Pro at Ksh 42,000 or the iPhone 13 at Ksh 43,000 are worth the small stretch, both adding 5G and an OLED screen. Staying strictly under 40k, the iPhone 11 Pro at Ksh 35,000 leaves Ksh 5,000 for a case and a spare charger.
Ready when you are
Free delivery to Mombasa, seven days to change your mind, six months of warranty, and a published battery standard. If it is not right, you are not stuck with it.
Shwari Phones, 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Refurbished iPhones, Samsung and Google Pixel delivered free across Kenya, including Mombasa.
Competitor and market prices recorded from Google Search and Shopping results on 13 September 2026 and change frequently. Our prices are correct at the date shown.
We are in the CBD. You can walk up four floors and hold the phone before you pay, or have it delivered anywhere in Nairobi the same day.
Refurbished phones in Nairobi cost between Ksh 8,000 and Ksh 155,000 depending on model. A refurbished iPhone 11 is Ksh 25,000, a Samsung Galaxy S21 is Ksh 24,000 and a Google Pixel 7a is Ksh 22,000.
We sell from 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, in the Nairobi CBD. Collect in person, or order before 3:00 pm for same-day delivery anywhere in Nairobi. Delivery is free.
Delivery to Nairobi: Same day, free. Order before 3:00 pm.
On this page
Refurbished phones in Nairobi: what things actually cost
Buying in the CBD: who else is on Kimathi Street
Why buy from us rather than the shop next door
Popular models, delivered to Nairobi
Where we deliver in Nairobi
Trade in your current phone from Nairobi
Questions from buyers in Nairobi
Refurbished phones in Nairobi: what things actually cost
Nairobi has more phone sellers than anywhere else in Kenya, which is good for you. Prices here are the lowest in the country, and the gap between the cheapest and dearest listing for the same phone is still wide enough to matter.
Where from
Price
What you get
Named in search results
Certified refurbished
Ksh 25,000 to 38,000
Tested, warrantied, battery checked
Badili Kenya, and us
CBD phone shops
Ksh 27,000 to 31,500
Varies. Phone Place Kenya lists the iPhone 11 at Ksh 31,500
Phone Place Kenya, Smartphone City KE
Ex-UK importers
Ksh 22,000 to 28,000
Imported used. Testing rarely published
Computer Mart Kenya, Moi Avenue
Classifieds
Ksh 20,000 to 23,500
No testing, no warranty, no recourse
Jiji, Facebook Marketplace
Authorised new
Ksh 57,000 and up
Full manufacturer warranty
iStore KE
: Refurbished iPhone 11 prices in Nairobi, recorded 13 September 2026
Collect in person. 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Come and check the battery health on the phone yourself before you pay for it.
Buying in the CBD: who else is on Kimathi Street
We are not the only phone shop on this street, and it would be strange to pretend otherwise. Within a two-minute walk of Kimathi House you will find iGenius Tech on our own ground floor, iFlip Store in the Old Mutual Building, Hotspot Electronics in Elite Camera House, and The Gadget Connect around the corner in Avenue House on Kenyatta Avenue.
Visit whichever you like. What we would ask you to do in every one of them, including ours, is the same three things: ask for the battery health percentage, ask for the IMEI check in writing, and ask what happens in month four if the phone fails. The answers will separate the shops faster than the prices will.
Why buy from us rather than the shop next door
What
Why it matters
Published battery floor
Nothing leaves with battery health below 85%. Ask any other CBD shop for their number in writing
Published inspection list
All 32 checks are listed on our site. Most shops will tell you they test; few will show you what
IMEI check in writing
You get the blacklist and activation-lock result with the phone, not a verbal assurance
Seven days, any reason
Not just for technical faults. If you simply do not like it, we refund you including delivery
You can come and shout at us
We have a fixed address on the fourth floor of Kimathi House. That is worth more than any policy
: What you get buying from us in Nairobi
Popular models, delivered to Nairobi
All Grade A refurbished, including a 6-month warranty, battery health of 85% or above, and free delivery to Nairobi. The full catalogue runs to 84 devices.
Nairobi CBD · Westlands · Kilimani · Lavington · Karen · Ngong Road · Thika Road · Ruaka · Rongai · South B and South C · Eastleigh · Parklands, and everywhere between. Delivery is free to a physical address or a pickup point, whichever suits you.
How long it takes
Same day. Order before 3:00 pm. You get a tracking number when it leaves us.
How you pay
M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. You can also pay a deposit and spread the balance over three or six months, with the full total shown up front.
If it is not right
Seven days to send it back for any reason at all, refunded in full including delivery. No restocking fee, no explanation required.
If it fails later
Six months of warranty on hardware failure, parts and labour. We arrange collection and return, so a fault does not mean a trip to Nairobi.
Trade in your current phone from Nairobi
Send us the phone in your drawer and its value comes off the price. We collect it from Nairobi at no cost, and we give you a firm figure before you commit to anything.
Your phone
We pay up to
iPhone X or XR
Ksh 12,000
iPhone XS Max
Ksh 15,000
Samsung Galaxy S20
Ksh 11,000
Samsung Galaxy S21
Ksh 15,000
Google Pixel 6
Ksh 10,000
iPhone 8 or 8 Plus
Ksh 7,000
: Indicative trade-in values, confirmed after inspection
We sell from 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street in the CBD, and deliver free anywhere in Nairobi the same day if you order before 3:00 pm. Other options in the CBD include Phone Place Kenya, Smartphone City KE and Computer Mart Kenya on Moi Avenue. Badili Kenya delivers refurbished stock across the city.
Which iPhone can I get with 30k in Nairobi?
A refurbished iPhone 11 128GB at Ksh 28,500, with change left for a case. If you can stretch to Ksh 35,000 the iPhone 11 Pro adds a telephoto camera and an OLED screen. Below Ksh 25,000 the best option is a Samsung Galaxy S21 at Ksh 24,000 or a Pixel 7a at Ksh 22,000.
Can I collect instead of paying for delivery?
Yes, and delivery is free either way. Our office is on the 4th floor of Kimathi House at 409 Kimathi Street, in the CBD. Collecting means you can inspect the exact unit, check the battery health on the phone yourself and set it up before you leave.
How do I spot a fake iPhone in Nairobi?
Dial *#06# and check the IMEI matches the SIM tray and the Settings menu. Verify the serial number on Apple’s own coverage check page. Factory reset the phone in front of the seller and set it up yourself. If the Settings menu looks unfamiliar or the serial returns invalid, walk away. A genuine iPhone 11 at Ksh 12,000 does not exist.
How fast is delivery within Nairobi?
Same day for orders placed before 3:00 pm, Monday to Saturday. That covers the CBD, Westlands, Kilimani, Karen, Lavington, Thika Road, Ruaka, Rongai, Eastleigh and the rest of the city. Orders after the cutoff go out first thing the next working day.
Ready when you are
Free delivery to Nairobi, seven days to change your mind, six months of warranty, and a published battery standard. If it is not right, you are not stuck with it.
Shwari Phones, 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Refurbished iPhones, Samsung and Google Pixel delivered free across Kenya, including Nairobi.
Competitor and market prices recorded from Google Search and Shopping results on 13 September 2026 and change frequently. Our prices are correct at the date shown.
Refurbished phones in Kenya is a used device that has been professionally tested, repaired where necessary, wiped and resold with a warranty. In Kenya, refurbished phones cost roughly 40-60% less than new: a refurbished iPhone 11 starts at Ksh 25,000 against about Ksh 75,000 new at launch, and a refurbished Samsung Galaxy S21 starts at Ksh 24,000.
The difference between refurbished and the “ex-UK” or second-hand phones sold in most Kenyan markets is not the phone. It is what was checked before it was sold, and what happens if it fails. Everything below explains that difference in detail, with the prices, the grading, the warranty terms and the honest disadvantages.
84 devices in stock· Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included· Free delivery countrywide
Same-day delivery in Nairobi on orders placed before 3:00 pm.
The word is used loosely in Kenya and it hides real differences. A phone can be called refurbished after a wipe and a polish, or after a 32-point diagnostic and a new battery. Both use the same word. Only one is worth paying for.
Condition
What it means
Tested?
Warranty
Brand new, sealed
Never opened, full manufacturer warranty, retail price
By the manufacturer
12 months, manufacturer
Open box
Opened but unused: returned, display unit, or cancelled order
Usually
Varies by seller
Certified refurbished
Used, then professionally diagnosed, repaired if needed, wiped and recertified
Yes, to a published standard
6-12 months, seller
Ex-UK / ex-USA import
A used phone imported from abroad. Says where it came from, not what was done to it
Sometimes, rarely published
0-3 months
Second-hand
Sold as-is by the previous owner or a dealer. No process
No
None
: The five conditions a phone is sold in
The critical distinction: “ex-UK” describes where a phone came from. “Refurbished” describes what was done to it. A phone can be both, one, or neither. An ex-UK phone that nobody tested is a second-hand phone that travelled.
Refurbished vs ex-UK vs second-hand vs new
The same iPhone 11 64GB, bought four different ways in Kenya. This is the comparison most buyers are actually making.
Second-hand
Ex-UK import
Certified refurbished
New
Typical price
Ksh 20,000-24,000
Ksh 25,000-28,000
Ksh 25,000
No longer sold new
Functional testing
None
Sometimes
32 points
Factory
Battery health checked
No
Rarely
85% minimum, replaced below
100%
IMEI blacklist check
No
Sometimes
Yes, supplied in writing
N/A
iCloud lock cleared
No
Sometimes
Yes
N/A
Water damage checked
No
No
Yes: indicators inspected
N/A
Warranty
None
0-3 months
6 months
12 months
Returns
None
Rare
7 days, no questions
Per retailer
Recourse if it fails
None
Varies
Registered business
Manufacturer
Data wiped properly
Unknown
Unknown
Factory reset, fresh OS
N/A
: Same phone, four routes: iPhone 11 64GB
A second-hand iPhone 11 might save you Ksh 4,000. What you give up is every check in the column above, plus anyone to call when it stops working. On a Ksh 25,000 purchase that is a 16% discount for 100% of the risk.
Why refurbished phones cost so much less
Not because something is wrong with them. Because phones lose value on a steep, predictable curve that has almost nothing to do with how well they work.
Age
% of launch price
What has actually changed
Brand new
100%
Nothing
6 months
~80%
The box is open
1 year
~65%
A newer model exists
2 years
~45%
Battery slightly down. Still fully supported
3-4 years
~30%
Still receives updates. Camera and speed still good. The value sweet spot
5-6 years
~20%
Battery usually needs replacing. Updates narrowing
7+ years
~10%
Security updates ending. Some apps dropping support
: How a flagship phone loses value: indicative, Kenyan market
Depreciation, not defect
A three-year-old flagship outperforms a brand-new budget phone at the same price on almost every measure: chip, camera, screen, build.
Returns and upgrades
Much refurbished stock is barely used: 14-day returns, contract upgrades, insurance replacements. It was never broken.
No marketing cost
A new phone’s price carries advertising, retail margin and distribution. A refurbished one carries testing and warranty. Testing is cheaper.
Grading: what A, B and C actually mean
Grading describes cosmetic condition only. Every grade we sell is functionally identical: same tests, same battery standard, same warranty. You are choosing how it looks, not how it works.
Grade
Appearance
Screen
Typical saving
Best for
Grade A
Excellent. Looks close to new, no marks at normal viewing distance
Flawless
Baseline
Most buyers, gifts
Grade B
Good. Light scratches on frame or back, visible up close
No visible marks when on
−10 to −15%
Anyone using a case
Grade C
Fair. Clear scratches, possible small dents on frame
Minor marks possible
−20 to −30%
Tightest budgets, work phones
: Cosmetic grading and what it saves you
A Grade C phone with a case on it is indistinguishable from a Grade A phone with a case on it, and it costs up to 30% less. If you were going to use a case anyway, and most people do, the grade you pay extra for is hidden from view the moment you leave the shop.
Everything we sell, by brand
84 devices across five brands, plus tablets, laptops, watches and accessories. This is the whole catalogue.
Category
Devices
Range
Prices from
iPhones
29
iPhone 7 through iPhone 17 Pro Max, plus SE 2020, SE 2022 and 16e
What we don’t sell. We do not stock Tecno, Infinix, itel, Oppo or Xiaomi. Those brands are a large share of the Kenyan market and there are good refurbished sellers for them. We are not one. We concentrate on Apple, Samsung and Google because that is where our technicians, spare parts and warranty capacity are. If you want a refurbished Tecno, buy it from someone who specialises in it.
Refurbished iPhone prices in Kenya
All prices are Grade A, base storage, including 6-month warranty and free delivery. Larger storage adds roughly Ksh 3,500-8,000 depending on model.
Model
Released
From
Still updated?
Best for
Entry: under Ksh 25,000
iPhone 7
2016
Ksh 8,000
Ended
Backup phone, first smartphone
iPhone SE (2020)
2020
Ksh 14,000
Yes
Small hands, tight budget
iPhone X
2017
Ksh 18,000
Ending
First OLED iPhone, cheap
iPhone XS Max
2018
Ksh 22,000
Ending
Big screen, low price
iPhone SE (2022)
2022
Ksh 22,000
Yes
5G on a budget
The sweet spot: Ksh 25,000 to 50,000
iPhone 11
2019
Ksh 25,000
Yes
Best value in the range
iPhone 12 mini
2020
Ksh 28,000
Yes
The smallest modern iPhone
iPhone 12
2020
Ksh 33,000
Yes
First 5G iPhone, OLED
iPhone 11 Pro
2019
Ksh 35,000
Yes
Telephoto camera, compact
iPhone 13 mini
2021
Ksh 36,000
Yes
Small with modern battery life
iPhone 12 Pro
2020
Ksh 42,000
Yes
Photography on a budget
iPhone 13
2021
Ksh 43,000
Yes
Excellent battery, great all-rounder
iPhone 12 Pro Max
2020
Ksh 48,000
Yes
Big screen, long battery
Premium: Ksh 50,000 and above
iPhone 13 Pro
2021
Ksh 55,000
Yes
First 120Hz iPhone
iPhone 14
2022
Ksh 55,000
Yes
Crash detection, good camera
iPhone 13 Pro Max
2021
Ksh 62,000
Yes
Battery champion of its era
iPhone 16e
2025
Ksh 62,000
Yes
Cheapest current-generation iPhone
iPhone 15
2023
Ksh 68,000
Yes
First USB-C iPhone
iPhone 14 Pro
2022
Ksh 70,000
Yes
Dynamic Island, 48MP camera
iPhone 15 Plus
2023
Ksh 75,000
Yes
Big screen, USB-C
iPhone 14 Pro Max
2022
Ksh 78,000
Yes
Pro camera, big battery
iPhone 15 Pro
2023
Ksh 88,000
Yes
Titanium, Action button
iPhone 16
2024
Ksh 85,000
Yes
Apple Intelligence capable
iPhone 15 Pro Max
2023
Ksh 98,000
Yes
5× telephoto
iPhone 16 Pro
2024
Ksh 108,000
Yes
Near-current flagship
iPhone 17
2025
Ksh 115,000
Yes
Current generation
iPhone 16 Pro Max
2024
Ksh 120,000
Yes
Biggest camera system of 2024
iPhone 17 Pro
2025
Ksh 140,000
Yes
Latest Pro, refurbished discount
iPhone 17 Pro Max
2025
Ksh 155,000
Yes
The most phone available
: Refurbished iPhone price list for Kenya, September 2026
Samsung is the largest smartphone brand in Kenya at just over 26% of the market, and it depreciates faster than Apple, which makes refurbished Galaxy flagships some of the best value on this page.
Model
Released
From
Notes
S Series: the flagships
Galaxy S20 FE
2020
Ksh 16,000
The cheapest way into a Samsung flagship experience
Galaxy S20
2020
Ksh 18,000
120Hz screen, still fast
Galaxy S21 FE
2021
Ksh 20,000
Flagship chip, lower price
Galaxy S21
2021
Ksh 24,000
Best Samsung value under Ksh 25,000
Galaxy S21 Plus
2021
Ksh 28,000
Bigger screen and battery
Galaxy S22
2022
Ksh 30,000
Compact flagship
Galaxy S21 Ultra
2021
Ksh 34,000
S Pen support, 108MP camera
Galaxy S22 Plus
2022
Ksh 36,000
Galaxy S23
2023
Ksh 42,000
Excellent efficiency
Galaxy S22 Ultra
2022
Ksh 45,000
Built-in S Pen
Galaxy S24
2024
Ksh 55,000
Galaxy AI features
Galaxy S23 Ultra
2023
Ksh 62,000
200MP camera, S Pen
Galaxy S25
2025
Ksh 70,000
Current generation
Galaxy S24 Ultra
2024
Ksh 82,000
Titanium, best Android camera of its year
Galaxy S25 Ultra
2025
Ksh 105,000
Current flagship
Foldables
Galaxy Z Flip 4
2022
Ksh 32,000
The cheapest way into a folding phone
Galaxy Z Fold 4
2022
Ksh 48,000
Tablet-sized inner screen
Galaxy Z Flip 6
2024
Ksh 65,000
Much improved crease and battery
Galaxy Z Fold 5
2023
Ksh 68,000
Gapless hinge
Galaxy Z Fold 6
2024
Ksh 92,000
Thinnest Fold to date
Note series & A series
Galaxy Note 10
2019
Ksh 18,000
S Pen, compact
Galaxy A54 5G
2023
Ksh 22,000
Mid-range, long software support
Galaxy Note 10 Plus
2019
Ksh 24,000
Big screen, S Pen
Galaxy A56 5G
2025
Ksh 30,000
Newest mid-range in stock
: Refurbished Samsung Galaxy price list for Kenya, September 2026
Battery health: the number that should set the price
Kenyan buyers increasingly ask sellers what battery health percentage they are getting, and they are right to. It is the single most important number on a used phone, and the one most sellers will not volunteer.
Battery health is the capacity remaining against the battery’s original capacity when new. On an iPhone you can check it yourself in Settings → Battery → Battery Health & Charging. On most Samsung phones it is in Settings → Battery and device care → Diagnostics, or dial *#0228#.
Health
What you’ll experience
Fair price effect
Our policy
95-100%
Essentially as-new battery life
Full price
Sold as-is
85-94%
Good all-day use. Apple considers a battery healthy above 80%
Full price
Our minimum
80-84%
Noticeably shorter days, top-up charge likely
Should be Ksh 2,000-3,000 cheaper
Replaced before sale
75-79%
Will need replacing within a year
Should be Ksh 3,000-4,500 cheaper
Replaced before sale
Below 75%
Needs replacing now. Phone may throttle
Deduct the full replacement cost
Replaced before sale
: What each battery health band means, and what it should cost
Our standard: nothing leaves with a battery below 85%. If a device comes in below that, the battery is replaced before it is listed. The cost is in our price, not a surprise in yours. When you compare a cheaper phone elsewhere, ask for the battery health figure. If the seller will not give you a number, that is the answer.
Device
Replacement cost
Effect on a “cheap” phone
iPhone 11 / 12 / 13
Ksh 3,000-4,500
A Ksh 21,000 phone at 74% health is really a Ksh 25,000 phone
iPhone 14 / 15
Ksh 4,500-6,500
Samsung Galaxy S series
Ksh 3,500-5,500
Google Pixel
Ksh 3,500-5,000
: Battery replacement cost in Kenya: typical Nairobi market
The 32-point inspection, in full
“Certified” means nothing unless the certification is published. Here is the entire list, so you can hold us to it, and so you have something to ask any other seller for.
Identity & legal: 5 checks
IMEI checked against blacklist databases · iCloud or Google activation lock cleared · serial verified against the manufacturer’s records · genuine or approved replacement parts confirmed · region and carrier lock status established.
Power: 5 checks
Battery health measured and recorded · full charge cycle observed · wired charging · wireless charging where fitted · charging port inspected and tested under load.
Display & body: 6 checks
Dead and stuck pixels · burn-in on OLED panels · touch response across the full panel · True Tone or adaptive colour · frame checked for bends · liquid contact indicators. Any triggered indicator and the device is rejected outright.
Cameras & sensors: 7 checks
Each rear lens at every zoom level · front camera · flash · Night Mode · Face ID or fingerprint · proximity and ambient light sensors · accelerometer, gyroscope and compass.
Audio & connectivity: 7 checks
Earpiece · loudspeaker · all microphones · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth · GPS · 4G and 5G tested on Kenyan networks, plus SIM tray and eSIM where fitted.
Finishing: 2 checks
Wiped to factory settings with a fresh operating system installed · cleaned, graded, and photographed as the actual unit you will receive.
Note on the number: several Kenyan refurbishers advertise a “32-point check”, and the phrase has become a category standard rather than a differentiator. What matters is whether the seller will show you the list. Ours is above.
Warranty and returns, compared honestly
Warranty headlines are easy to misread. A “12-month warranty” can mean twelve months of full cover, or six months of full cover followed by six months of labour only. Read the tiers, not the headline.
Shwari Phones
Badili Kenya
Typical CBD shop
Jiji / classifieds
Headline warranty
6 months
12 months
0-3 months
None
Full parts & labour
6 months
6 months
Varies
–
Labour only
–
Months 7-12
–
–
Replacement window
7 days, any reason
7 days, technical defects
Rarely
None
Accidental damage
Not covered
Not covered
Not covered
–
Published inspection list
Yes: see above
Not published in warranty terms
No
No
Battery health floor
85%, published
Not published
No
No
: What the main Kenyan refurbishers actually offer
Where we are genuinely better, and where we are not. Badili’s headline warranty is twice ours, and if length is what matters most to you, that is a real advantage – we would rather you knew. What we offer instead is a published inspection list, a published battery health floor, and a 7-day return for any reason rather than for technical defects only. On full parts-and-labour cover the two are identical at six months.
The 7-day, no-questions guarantee
Use it for a week. If the battery disappoints you, if the camera is not what you expected, if you simply do not like it: send it back and we refund you in full, including delivery. You do not have to explain why.
The phone needs to come back in the condition it left in. Cracked screens and liquid damage are not covered by the return window.
: Every route to a refurbished phone in Kenya, compared
When not to buy from us. If you want a refurbished Tecno, Infinix or Oppo, we do not stock them. If your budget is under Ksh 8,000, the honest answer is a classifieds listing you test yourself. And if you need a manufacturer warranty for a corporate policy, buy new or authorised-refurbished. We would rather tell you that than sell you the wrong thing.
How long does a refurbished phone last?
The most common question people ask before buying one, and the answer is more reassuring than most expect. A refurbished phone is not on a shorter clock than a new one of the same model. It is simply further along the same clock.
: What limits a phone’s usable life, and what you can do about each
The practical answer: a refurbished phone bought 3-4 years after its release typically has 2 to 4 more years of comfortable use, with one battery replacement somewhere in the middle. Software support, not hardware, is what eventually ends it, which is why the release year column in our price tables matters more than the condition grade.
How to check a phone is genuine before you pay
Do this with any seller, including us. It takes four minutes and it is the difference between owning a phone and holding one until someone reports it stolen.
#
Check
How
Fail means
1
IMEI matches
Dial *#06#. Compare against the number on the box, the SIM tray and in Settings → General → About
Mismatched numbers mean parts or housing have been swapped
2
Not blacklisted
Run the IMEI through a blacklist checker before paying
A blacklisted phone can be barred from networks at any time
3
Activation lock cleared
Factory reset it in front of the seller and set it up yourself
If it asks for someone else’s Apple or Google account, walk away
4
Serial is real
Check the serial on the manufacturer’s coverage page
“Invalid serial” means it is not the phone it claims to be
5
Battery health stated
Settings → Battery → Battery Health, or *#0228# on Samsung
A seller who will not show you the number is hiding it
: The five checks to run before money changes hands
The three warning signs of a fake iPhone in Kenya: the Settings menu looks subtly wrong or has unfamiliar entries; the serial returns “invalid” on Apple’s coverage page; and the price is dramatically below every other listing for that model. A genuine iPhone 11 at Ksh 12,000 does not exist. That price is the tell.
The single most useful table on this page if you know what you can spend but not what it buys.
Budget
Our pick
Runner-up
Why
Under Ksh 15,000
iPhone SE 2020 · Ksh 14,000
Sony Xperia 10 II · Ksh 12,000
The SE has a flagship chip in a small body and still gets updates
Ksh 15,000-20,000
Galaxy S20 FE · Ksh 16,000
Pixel 6 · Ksh 18,000
120Hz flagship screen and a strong camera for mid-range money
Ksh 20,000-25,000
Pixel 7a · Ksh 22,000
Galaxy S21 · Ksh 24,000
The 7a’s camera beats phones costing three times as much
Ksh 25,000-35,000
iPhone 11 · Ksh 25,000
iPhone 12 · Ksh 33,000
The best value band in the whole catalogue
Ksh 35,000-50,000
iPhone 13 · Ksh 43,000
Galaxy S23 · Ksh 42,000
Superb battery life and a camera that still competes today
Ksh 50,000-70,000
iPhone 14 Pro · Ksh 70,000
Galaxy S23 Ultra · Ksh 62,000
48MP and 200MP cameras respectively, at half their launch price
Ksh 70,000+
iPhone 15 Pro Max · Ksh 98,000
Galaxy S24 Ultra · Ksh 82,000
Near-current flagships with years of support ahead
: Best refurbished phone at each Kenyan budget
What to buy for how you actually use it
If you are…
Buy
From
Because
A student
iPhone 11 or Galaxy S21
Ksh 24,000
Durable, repairable locally, holds resale value when you upgrade
Running a business from your phone
iPhone 13
Ksh 43,000
Battery lasts a full working day of calls, M-Pesa and email
Serious about photography
Pixel 8 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro
Ksh 48,000
Best computational photography available at refurbished prices
A heavy gamer
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Ksh 62,000
Large 120Hz screen and sustained performance under load
Buying for a parent
iPhone SE 2022 or iPhone 11
Ksh 22,000
Simple, well supported, easy to get help with anywhere in Kenya
Buying a first phone for a child
iPhone 7 or Xperia 10 II
Ksh 8,000
Low value to lose, full parental controls
Needing a work backup
Galaxy A54 5G
Ksh 22,000
5G, long software support, low enough cost to keep in a drawer
: Matching the phone to the person
Trade in the phone you already have
Most people buying a refurbished phone have an old one in a drawer. Send it to us and its value comes straight off the price on the day.
Your phone
We pay up to
iPhone 11 then costs
iPhone 13 then costs
iPhone 8 / 8 Plus
Ksh 7,000
Ksh 18,000
Ksh 36,000
Google Pixel 6
Ksh 10,000
Ksh 15,000
Ksh 33,000
Samsung Galaxy S20
Ksh 11,000
Ksh 14,000
Ksh 32,000
iPhone X / XR
Ksh 12,000
Ksh 13,000
Ksh 31,000
iPhone XS Max
Ksh 15,000
Ksh 10,000
Ksh 28,000
Samsung Galaxy S21
Ksh 15,000
Ksh 10,000
Ksh 28,000
iPhone 11
Ksh 16,000
–
Ksh 27,000
iPhone 12
Ksh 22,000
–
Ksh 21,000
: Indicative trade-in values: confirmed after inspection
Values depend on model, storage, battery health and cosmetic condition. We give you a firm figure before you commit, and you are free to decline it and keep your phone.
Lipa mdogo mdogo, pole pole, in bits: whatever you call it, paying over time is how a large share of Kenyan phone purchases actually happen. Here is exactly what each route costs in total.
Method
Upfront
Then
Total paid
Extra cost
Pay in full
Ksh 25,000
–
Ksh 25,000
Ksh 0
Trade in an iPhone XR, pay the rest
Ksh 13,000
–
Ksh 13,000 + phone
Ksh 0
Deposit + 3 monthly
Ksh 10,000
3 × Ksh 5,300
Ksh 25,900
Ksh 900
Deposit + 6 monthly
Ksh 8,000
6 × Ksh 3,100
Ksh 26,600
Ksh 1,600
: Ways to pay for an iPhone 11 at Ksh 25,000
Every figure above is the total you will pay. Nothing is added at the end. Instalment plans are subject to a simple affordability check.
Delivery across Kenya
Free everywhere in Kenya. You can also collect from our CBD office.
Useful context for why refurbished has grown the way it has here.
Brand
Share
Do we stock it refurbished?
Samsung
26.09%
Yes, 26 models
Tecno
13.14%
No
OPPO
8.63%
No
Apple
7.26%
Yes, 29 iPhones
Infinix
6.56%
No
: Smartphone market share in Kenya (StatCounter, June 2026)
63.7%
of all mobile phones connected to Kenyan networks are smartphones, per the Communications Authority of Kenya, Q3 of the 2025/26 financial year.
Ksh 50,000-60,000
is the typical price of a new premium smartphone in Kenya. Refurbished puts the same tier of device within reach at Ksh 25,000-45,000.
7.26%
Apple’s share of the Kenyan market. iPhones are aspirational here rather than default, which is exactly why the refurbished route matters so much.
The environmental case
Around 80% of a smartphone’s lifetime carbon footprint comes from manufacturing it, not from using it. Extending a phone’s life is the single most effective thing an individual can do about it.
Measure
Estimated saving
Source range
Carbon dioxide
50-77 kg CO₂e
Published refurbishment industry estimates vary by model and methodology
Raw materials
Roughly 75 kg of mined ore not extracted
Based on typical smartphone material intensity
Electronic waste
One device diverted from waste
Kenya generates tens of thousands of tonnes of e-waste annually
: Estimated impact of buying one refurbished phone instead of new
Estimates differ substantially between studies, and the benefit depends on how long the refurbished device is then used. We have given a range rather than a single figure because a single figure would be misleading.
The honest disadvantages
Every page selling refurbished phones lists the benefits. Here are the real drawbacks, because you will find them out anyway and it is better you hear them now.
Drawback
How much it matters
What helps
Shorter warranty than new
Real
6 months against 12 from a manufacturer. Check the tiers when comparing sellers
Cosmetic marks
Depends on grade
Grade A is near-flawless. A case hides the rest
Shorter remaining update window
Real and important
Check the release year. A 2023 phone has years more support than a 2019 one
Battery already partly used
Manageable
Our 85% floor, and a replacement costs Ksh 3,000-6,500 when the time comes
No original box or accessories
Minor
We supply a charging cable, case and screen protector
Model availability varies
Real
Refurbished stock depends on what comes in. Exact colours and storage are not always available
Quality varies hugely by seller
The biggest risk of all
This is why the inspection list, the battery floor and the warranty tiers matter more than the price
: What you give up by buying refurbished
30 questions about refurbished phones, answered
What is a refurbished phone?
A refurbished phone is a previously owned device that has been professionally inspected, repaired where necessary, wiped of all previous data and resold with a warranty. It is not the same as second-hand: the defining feature is the testing and the warranty, not the fact that someone owned it before.
Is it safe to buy a refurbished phone?
Yes, when you buy from a seller who publishes what they check and gives you a warranty. The risk in refurbished phones is not the phones. It is sellers who use the word without doing the work. Ask for the inspection list, the battery health figure and the warranty terms in writing. Any seller who will not provide all three is selling second-hand and calling it refurbished.
Why are refurbished phones so cheap?
Because phones depreciate steeply and predictably for reasons unrelated to how well they work. A three-year-old flagship typically sells for about 30% of its launch price while still doing almost everything it did on day one. You are paying for the depreciation curve, not for a defect.
Is a refurbished phone original or fake?
A properly refurbished phone is an original manufacturer device. The same phone that was sold new, tested and resold. It is not a copy or a clone. You can verify this yourself: check the IMEI with *#06# and the serial number against the manufacturer’s coverage page. If either fails, it is not genuine.
What’s the difference between refurbished and ex-UK?
“Ex-UK” describes where a phone came from. It was used in the United Kingdom and imported. “Refurbished” describes what was done to it: tested, repaired, recertified. A phone can be ex-UK and refurbished, ex-UK and untested, or refurbished from local stock. The origin tells you nothing about the condition.
Which is better, refurbished or second-hand?
Refurbished, unless your budget is genuinely fixed below what refurbished costs. Second-hand saves roughly 15-20% and removes every check: no battery test, no IMEI verification, no iCloud check, no warranty and nobody to call. On a Ksh 25,000 phone that is about Ksh 4,000 of saving against all of the risk.
How long do refurbished phones last?
A refurbished phone bought 3-4 years after its release typically gives 2 to 4 more years of comfortable use, usually with one battery replacement along the way. What ends a phone’s life is software support, not hardware, so the release year matters more than the condition grade.
Do refurbished phones come with a warranty?
Ours come with 6 months covering hardware failure, plus 7 days to return the phone for any reason at all. Warranty lengths across the Kenyan market range from nothing at all on classifieds to 12 months from the larger refurbishers, but read the tiers, because some 12-month warranties cover parts and labour for only the first six months.
Do refurbished phones have new batteries?
Not always, and any seller claiming every phone gets a new battery should be questioned. Our standard is that no phone leaves with battery health below 85%. If a device comes in below that, the battery is replaced before it is listed. Above 85% the original battery is kept, tested and the figure disclosed.
How much does a refurbished iPhone cost in Kenya?
From Ksh 8,000 for an iPhone 7 to Ksh 155,000 for an iPhone 17 Pro Max. The most popular band is Ksh 25,000-45,000, which covers the iPhone 11 through the iPhone 13. The models with the best balance of price, remaining software support and camera quality.
Where is the best place to buy a refurbished phone in Kenya?
It depends on what you value. Specialist refurbishers give you testing and warranty. Marketplaces like Jumia and Kilimall give you buyer protection but the individual seller sets the warranty. CBD shops let you hold the phone first. Classifieds are cheapest and carry every risk. We have compared all five routes honestly in the table above.
Is it better to buy new or refurbished?
Buy new if you need the newest features, a full manufacturer warranty, or a specific configuration. Buy refurbished if you want the most capable phone your money can reach. At Ksh 45,000 refurbished buys a former flagship with a professional camera system; new buys a mid-range phone. Both are reasonable, they are just different trades.
What are the disadvantages of a refurbished phone?
A shorter warranty than new, possible cosmetic marks depending on grade, a shorter remaining software-update window, a battery that has already been used, and no original box. The biggest risk is not the category but the seller: quality varies enormously between refurbishers.
How do I know if a phone is blacklisted or stolen?
Dial *#06# to get the IMEI, then run it through a blacklist checker before paying. We check every IMEI before listing and give you that check in writing with the phone. Do this with any seller. A blacklisted phone can be barred from networks at any point, and you would have no recourse.
Can I trust a refurbished phone with my banking and M-Pesa?
Yes, provided it has been properly wiped and reset. Every phone we sell is restored to factory settings with a fresh operating system installed, so there is no previous owner’s data or software on it. When it arrives, set it up as a new device rather than restoring someone else’s backup.
What is battery health and what number should I accept?
Battery health is the capacity remaining compared with when the battery was new. Apple treats above 80% as healthy. We do not sell below 85%. Below 80% you should expect to replace the battery soon and the price should reflect that: around Ksh 3,000-6,500 depending on model.
Do you sell refurbished Tecno or Infinix phones?
No. We stock Apple, Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus and Sony only. Tecno and Infinix are a significant share of the Kenyan market and there are sellers who specialise in refurbishing them properly. We are not one, and we would rather say so than sell you something we cannot support.
Which refurbished phone has the best camera for the money?
The Google Pixel 7a at Ksh 22,000 is the clearest answer. Google’s computational photography means it produces photos comparable with phones costing three times as much. Above that budget, the Pixel 8 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro are the best cameras available at refurbished prices.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. You can pay a deposit and spread the balance over 3 or 6 months, and the tables above show the exact total for each option so there are no surprises. You can also trade in your current phone to cut the amount owed, or combine both.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes, anywhere in Kenya, and delivery is free. Nairobi orders placed before 3:00 pm go out the same day. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret take 1-2 working days, and everywhere else 2-3.
What happens if the phone stops working?
Within 7 days, return it for a full refund for any reason at all, including delivery costs. Within 6 months, hardware failures are covered by warranty and we repair or replace it. Accidental damage, cracked screens, liquid damage, is not covered, which is true of every warranty in this market.
Is a refurbished phone the same as a replacement phone?
No. A replacement device is one a manufacturer or insurer sends when your phone fails under warranty, and it may itself be refurbished. A refurbished phone is one sold openly on the second-hand market after professional testing. Both are legitimate; only one is something you choose to buy.
How can I tell if my current iPhone is refurbished?
Check the model number in Settings → General → About. A number beginning with M indicates a device originally sold at retail, F indicates a manufacturer-refurbished unit, N a replacement device and P a personalised one. Third-party refurbishment does not change this code, so it tells you about the phone’s origin rather than whether a shop has serviced it.
What should I check before buying any used phone?
Five things: the IMEI matches everywhere it appears, the IMEI is not blacklisted, the activation lock is cleared, the serial verifies with the manufacturer, and the battery health is stated. The full walkthrough is in the verification section above. It takes about four minutes.
Are refurbished phones waterproof?
They retain their original water-resistance rating, but that rating was measured when the phone was new. Seals degrade with age and any repair that opens the device can compromise them further. Treat any refurbished phone as splash resistant rather than waterproof, regardless of its IP rating.
Why is one seller’s price so much lower than everyone else’s?
Usually one of four reasons: the battery health is low and undisclosed, the phone is second-hand rather than refurbished, there is no warranty, or the device is blacklisted or activation locked. Occasionally it is a genuine clearance. Ask for the battery figure and the IMEI check. That separates the four cases quickly.
Do refurbished phones support 5G and the latest software?
It depends entirely on the model, not on the fact that it is refurbished. iPhone 12 and newer support 5G; iPhone 11 and older do not. Software support depends on the release year. Our price tables show release year and update status for every model for exactly this reason.
Can I return a refurbished phone if I change my mind?
Yes. You have 7 days to return it for any reason and we refund you in full, including delivery. You do not have to give a reason. The phone needs to come back in the condition it left in: cracked screens and liquid damage are not covered by the return window.
Which is better for resale value, iPhone or Samsung?
iPhones hold value considerably better. A three-year-old iPhone typically retains around 40-45% of its launch price against roughly 30% for an equivalent Samsung. That makes Samsung the better buy if you are purchasing and Apple the better buy if you expect to resell or trade in later.
Do you buy phones as well as sell them?
Yes. We take trade-ins against a purchase, and the value comes off the price on the day. The trade-in table above gives indicative figures for common models, and we confirm a firm number after inspection. You are free to decline it.
Free delivery anywhere in Kenya, 7 days to change your mind, 6 months of warranty, and a published battery health floor. If it is not right, you are not stuck with it.
Shwari Phones: refurbished iPhones, Samsung, Google Pixel, iPads and MacBooks. 4th Floor Suite, Kimathi House, 409 Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Market share figures: StatCounter, June 2026, as reported by The Kenya Times. Smartphone connection share: Communications Authority of Kenya, Q3 FY2025/26. Competitor warranty terms: Badili Kenya published warranty policy, retrieved 13 September 2026. Carbon estimates: published refurbishment industry figures, which vary by methodology. Prices change frequently and were correct at the date shown.
A refurbished iPhone 11 costs Ksh 25,000 in Kenya for the 64GB model, rising to Ksh 33,000 for 256GB. The iPhone 11 Pro starts at Ksh 35,000 and the iPhone 11 Pro Max at Ksh 40,000. All three are 2019 flagships that still receive Apple software updates, and all three cost roughly a quarter of what they did new.
Updated 7 September 2026 · Prices in Kenya Shillings, VAT included · Free delivery countrywide
Same-day delivery in Nairobi on orders placed before 3:00 pm.
Every model and storage size, priced
This is the whole range. Prices are for Grade A refurbished units. The condition we stock: including a 6-month warranty and delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Model
Storage
Our price
Typical Nairobi price
You save
Status
iPhone 11
64GB
Ksh 25,000
Ksh 27,000-31,500
up to 6,500
Best value
iPhone 11
128GB
Ksh 28,500
Ksh 29,500-32,999
up to 4,499
In stock
iPhone 11
256GB
Ksh 33,000
Ksh 35,000-38,000
up to 5,000
In stock
iPhone 11 Pro
64GB
Ksh 35,000
Ksh 39,000
4,000
In stock
iPhone 11 Pro
256GB
Ksh 41,000
Ksh 44,000
3,000
In stock
iPhone 11 Pro
512GB
Ksh 46,000
Ksh 49,000
3,000
In stock
iPhone 11 Pro Max
64GB
Ksh 40,000
Ksh 42,000-44,000
up to 4,000
Sourcing
iPhone 11 Pro Max
256GB
Ksh 46,000
Ksh 44,000-46,000
–
Sourcing
iPhone 11 Pro Max
512GB
Ksh 52,000
Ksh 55,000-56,000
up to 4,000
Sourcing
: iPhone 11 series prices in Kenya, September 2026
“Typical Nairobi price” is the range quoted by other Kenyan sellers on Google Shopping and retailer sites on 7 September 2026. Sources listed at the foot of this page.
Buy one now
Every unit is individually graded, so the phone you see is the phone you get, not a stock photo of a different device.
We source Pro Max units to order. Tell us what you want and we will confirm availability and a firm price within 24 hours.
What Ksh 25,000 actually buys
The phone is the smallest part of it. Here is everything that comes with it.
Included
What it means
Worth
iPhone 11 64GB, Grade A
Individually graded, battery health 85% or above
Ksh 25,000
32-point inspection
Screen, battery, cameras, speakers, Face ID, charging port, water damage indicators
Ksh 2,500
IMEI & iCloud verification
Written proof it is not blacklisted, stolen or activation-locked
Ksh 1,000
6-month warranty
Covers hardware failure, not accidental damage
Ksh 4,000
7-day return window
Change your mind for any reason, full refund
Ksh 2,000
Free delivery countrywide
Same-day in Nairobi, 1-2 days elsewhere in Kenya
Ksh 500
Case and screen protector
Fitted before it reaches you
Ksh 1,500
Setup and data transfer
We move your contacts, photos and apps from your old phone
Ksh 1,500
Total value
Ksh 38,000
You pay
Ksh 25,000
The 7-day, no-questions guarantee
Use it for a week. If the battery disappoints you, if the camera is not what you expected, if you simply do not like it: send it back and we refund you in full, including what you paid for delivery. You do not have to explain why.
The only thing we ask is that the phone comes back in the condition it left in. Cracked screens and liquid damage are not covered by the return window. That is what the warranty and your own care are for.
Which of the three should you buy?
All three run the same A13 Bionic processor, so day-to-day speed is identical. What separates them is the screen, the camera and the battery.
If you…
Buy
From
Because
Want the most phone for the least money
iPhone 11
Ksh 25,000
Same processor as both Pros, Ksh 10,000 cheaper, bigger battery than the 11 Pro
Take a lot of photos
iPhone 11 Pro
Ksh 35,000
Adds a 2× telephoto lens and Night Mode on all three cameras
Watch video, read, or use it for work all day
iPhone 11 Pro Max
Ksh 40,000
6.5″ OLED and a 3,969 mAh battery. The longest-lasting iPhone of its generation
Have small hands or want a compact phone
iPhone 11 Pro
Ksh 35,000
5.8″. The smallest of the three by a clear margin
Keep everything on the phone and never delete
iPhone 11 256GB
Ksh 33,000
Storage cannot be upgraded later. Buying up front is cheaper than regretting it
: Choosing between iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max
Our honest recommendation: for most buyers in Kenya, the iPhone 11 128GB at Ksh 28,500 is the right phone. The Pro’s telephoto lens is genuinely good, but it costs Ksh 6,500 more and the standard 11 has a larger battery than the 11 Pro. Buy the Pro for the camera, not for the badge.
iPhone 11 vs 11 Pro vs 11 Pro Max: full specifications
Specification
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
Display size
6.1″
5.8″
6.5″
Display type
Liquid Retina HD LCD
Super Retina XDR OLED
Super Retina XDR OLED
Resolution
1792 × 828
1125 × 2436
1242 × 2688
Processor
A13 Bionic
A13 Bionic
A13 Bionic
RAM
4GB
4GB
4GB
Rear cameras
Dual 12MP (wide, ultra-wide)
Triple 12MP (wide, ultra-wide, telephoto)
Triple 12MP (wide, ultra-wide, telephoto)
Front camera
12MP TrueDepth
12MP TrueDepth
12MP TrueDepth
Battery
3,110 mAh
3,046 mAh
3,969 mAh
Storage options
64 / 128 / 256GB
64 / 256 / 512GB
64 / 256 / 512GB
Water resistance
IP68, 2m for 30 min
IP68, 4m for 30 min
IP68, 4m for 30 min
Frame
Aluminium
Stainless steel
Stainless steel
Charging port
Lightning
Lightning
Lightning
5G
No
No
No
Apple Intelligence
Not supported
Not supported
Not supported
Our price from
Ksh 25,000
Ksh 35,000
Ksh 40,000
: Specification comparison: all three released September 2019
Is a 2019 iPhone still worth buying in 2026?
This is the question people actually search, and it deserves a straight answer rather than a sales pitch. Here is what the iPhone 11 series still does well and where it has genuinely fallen behind.
Area
Verdict
Detail
Software updates
Still supported
Apple has supported the iPhone 11 series for over six years. Expect security updates for a while yet, though the window is narrowing
Everyday speed
Still excellent
The A13 Bionic handles WhatsApp, M-Pesa, banking apps, YouTube and social media without any hesitation
Camera
Still very good
Night Mode and Deep Fusion still produce photos most people cannot distinguish from a current mid-range phone
Battery
Fine, if refurbished properly
A six-year-old original battery would be tired. Ours are replaced or verified above 85% health before sale
Apple Intelligence
Not supported
The A13 chip cannot run it. If Apple’s AI features matter to you, this is not your phone
5G
Not supported
4G LTE only. In practice most Kenyan networks still deliver 4G speeds that exceed what these phones need
USB-C
No, Lightning only
You will need Lightning cables. Cheap and widely available in Kenya
: Honest assessment: iPhone 11 series in 2026
The short answer: yes, if you want a phone that does everything well for Ksh 25,000. No, if you specifically need 5G or Apple Intelligence. The iPhone 11 is not a compromise on speed or camera quality. It is a compromise on the two newest features, and it costs a quarter of what a current iPhone does.
Ex-UK, second-hand or refurbished: what is the difference?
These three words get used interchangeably in Kenya, and the difference matters a great deal to what you end up owning.
Second-hand / Jiji
Ex-UK import
Refurbished (ours)
Typical price, iPhone 11 64GB
Ksh 20,000-24,000
Ksh 25,000-28,000
Ksh 25,000
Tested before sale
No
Sometimes
Yes: 32 points
Battery health checked
No
Rarely
Yes: 85% minimum
IMEI blacklist check
No
Sometimes
Yes, in writing
iCloud lock verified
No
Sometimes
Yes
Warranty
None
0-3 months
6 months
Returns
None
Rare
7 days, no questions
Recourse if it fails
None
Varies
Registered business, traceable
: How the options compare
A second-hand iPhone 11 on a classifieds site might save you Ksh 3,000. It also comes with no test, no battery check, no way to know whether it is blacklisted, and nobody to call when it stops working. That is the actual trade you are making.
What we check before a phone is allowed to be sold
“Refurbished” means nothing on its own. Here is the actual list, so you can hold us to it, and so you can ask any other seller for theirs.
Identity & legal
IMEI checked against blacklist databases. iCloud activation lock cleared. Serial verified against Apple’s records. Original or genuine replacement parts confirmed.
Power
Battery health measured: below 85% and the battery is replaced, not sold. Charging port tested. Wireless charging tested. Full charge cycle observed.
Screen & body
Display for dead pixels, burn-in and touch response. True Tone. Frame for bends. Liquid contact indicators inspected: any triggered indicator and the phone is rejected.
Cameras & sensors
All lenses at every zoom level. Night Mode. Face ID. Proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, gyroscope, compass.
Audio & connectivity
Earpiece, loudspeaker, all microphones. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, 4G on Kenyan networks. SIM tray and eSIM where fitted.
Finally
Wiped to factory settings. Fresh iOS installed. Cleaned. Case and screen protector fitted. Photographed as the actual unit you will receive.
Trade in your current phone and pay less
Most people buying an iPhone 11 already have a phone sitting in a drawer. Send us yours and we deduct its value from the price on the day.
Your current phone
We pay up to
iPhone 11 64GB then costs
iPhone X / XR
Ksh 12,000
Ksh 13,000
iPhone XS Max
Ksh 15,000
Ksh 10,000
iPhone 8 / 8 Plus
Ksh 7,000
Ksh 18,000
Samsung Galaxy S20
Ksh 11,000
Ksh 14,000
Samsung Galaxy S21
Ksh 15,000
Ksh 10,000
Google Pixel 6
Ksh 10,000
Ksh 15,000
: Indicative trade-in values: confirmed after inspection
Values depend on condition, storage and battery health. We give you a firm figure before you commit to anything, and you are free to walk away from it.
If Ksh 25,000 at once is not realistic this month, it does not have to be. Here is what each route actually costs you over the full term.
Method
Upfront
Then
Total paid
Pay in full
Ksh 25,000
–
Ksh 25,000
Trade in an iPhone XR, pay the rest
Ksh 13,000
–
Ksh 13,000 + your old phone
Deposit and 3 monthly payments
Ksh 10,000
3 × Ksh 5,300
Ksh 25,900
Deposit and 6 monthly payments
Ksh 8,000
6 × Ksh 3,100
Ksh 26,600
: Ways to pay for an iPhone 11 64GB
Every figure above is the total you will pay. There is nothing added at the end. Instalment plans are subject to a simple affordability check.
What it costs to keep running
People search for iPhone 11 screen and battery replacement prices in Kenya more than almost anything else about the phone, so here are the numbers before you buy rather than after.
Repair
iPhone 11
11 Pro / Pro Max
Covered by our warranty?
Screen replacement
Ksh 6,000-9,000
Ksh 12,000-18,000
No: accidental damage
Battery replacement
Ksh 3,000-4,500
Ksh 3,500-5,000
Yes, if it fails within 6 months
Charging port
Ksh 2,000-3,500
Ksh 2,500-4,000
Yes
Rear glass
Ksh 4,000-7,000
Ksh 6,000-10,000
No: accidental damage
: Typical repair costs in Nairobi: iPhone 11 series
The OLED screens on the Pro and Pro Max cost roughly twice as much to replace as the LCD on the standard iPhone 11. It is a real argument for the cheaper phone, and one most sellers will not volunteer.
The OLED screens on the Pro and Pro Max cost roughly twice as much to replace as the LCD on the standard iPhone 11. It is a real argument for the cheaper phone, and one most sellers will not volunteer.
The OLED screens on the Pro and Pro Max cost roughly twice as much to replace as the LCD on the standard iPhone 11. It is a real argument for the cheaper phone, and one most sellers will not volunteer.
Questions people ask before buying
How much is an iPhone 11 in Kenya?
A refurbished iPhone 11 costs Ksh 25,000 for 64GB, Ksh 28,500 for 128GB and Ksh 33,000 for 256GB. Second-hand units on classifieds sites go for Ksh 20,000 to 24,000 but come with no testing, no warranty and no verification.
Is the iPhone 11 still worth buying in 2026?
For most people, yes. The A13 Bionic processor still runs everything smoothly, the camera is still very good, and Apple still issues software updates. What you give up is 5G and Apple Intelligence. At Ksh 25,000 against Ksh 100,000-plus for a current iPhone, that is a reasonable trade for most buyers.
How long will the iPhone 11 keep getting updates?
Apple has supported the iPhone 11 series for more than six years, which is already longer than most Android phones manage. Apple does not publish end-of-support dates in advance, so nobody can promise a specific year. Based on how Apple has treated previous models, expect security updates to continue for some time, with new feature releases tapering off first.
Is there an iPhone 11 mini?
No. Apple never made an iPhone 11 mini. The mini size arrived one generation later with the iPhone 12 mini in 2020, followed by the 13 mini. If you want a small iPhone from around this period, the iPhone 11 Pro at 5.8″ is the most compact option in this series, or look at the iPhone 12 mini at 5.4″.
What is the difference between the iPhone 11 and the iPhone 11 Pro?
Both use the same A13 Bionic processor and 4GB of RAM, so they perform identically. The Pro has an OLED screen rather than LCD, adds a third telephoto camera, uses a stainless steel frame instead of aluminium, and is smaller at 5.8″ versus 6.1″. The standard iPhone 11 actually has a slightly larger battery.
Is the iPhone 11 waterproof?
It is water resistant, not waterproof. The iPhone 11 is rated IP68 to 2 metres for 30 minutes; the 11 Pro and Pro Max are rated to 4 metres. That rating is measured on a new device: on a six-year-old phone, seals degrade. Treat it as splash resistant and do not swim with it.
How much can I sell my iPhone 11 for in Kenya?
A working iPhone 11 in good condition typically trades in for Ksh 14,000 to 18,000 depending on storage and battery health. Screen condition and whether the phone is iCloud-locked make the biggest difference. We give you a firm figure after inspection and you are free to decline it.
What are the disadvantages of the iPhone 11?
No 5G, no Apple Intelligence, a Lightning port rather than USB-C, and a 60Hz screen that looks less smooth than newer phones side by side. The LCD screen is also less contrasty than the OLED on the Pro models. None of these affect everyday use much, but they are real.
How do I know the phone is not stolen or blacklisted?
We check every IMEI against blacklist databases and verify the phone is not iCloud activation locked before it is listed. You get that check in writing with the phone. You can also verify the IMEI yourself by dialling *#06# and checking it independently. We encourage it.
Do you deliver outside Nairobi?
Yes, anywhere in Kenya, and delivery is free. Nairobi orders placed before 3:00 pm go out the same day. Everywhere else takes one to two working days.
What happens if it stops working?
Within 7 days, return it for a full refund for any reason at all. Within 6 months, hardware failures are covered by warranty. We repair or replace it. Accidental damage like a cracked screen or liquid damage is not covered.
Which iPhone can I get for Ksh 30,000?
At Ksh 30,000 the best options are an iPhone 11 with 256GB storage at Ksh 33,000, or an iPhone 11 128GB at Ksh 28,500 with change left over for a case and a year of cover. If you can stretch to Ksh 35,000 the iPhone 11 Pro adds a telephoto camera and an OLED screen.
Ready when you are
Free delivery, 7 days to change your mind, 6 months of warranty. If it is not right, you are not stuck with it.
Shwari Phones: refurbished iPhones, Samsung and Pixel devices, delivered across Kenya.
Competitor prices cited in this page were recorded from Google Shopping and Kenyan retailer listings on 7 September 2026 and change frequently. Specifications are Apple’s published figures for devices released September 2019.
