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What's a Second Chance Windows laptop and what are the benefits?

A Second Chance Windows laptop is more affordable, sustainable, and has the same warranty as a new laptop. But what's a Second Chance laptop, exactly? What's the difference between a refurbished and Second Chance laptop? In this article, we'll list these differences for you. We'll also discuss the advantages of our Second Chance Windows laptops.

When does a laptop get a second chance?

Person takes Second Chance laptop out of Coolblue box

Returned laptops are often still in nice shape. In most cases, they only opened the box. We check the laptops that are returned, so we're sure they're like new. Afterwards, we repair any possible damages and clean it. The laptop is now ready for its second life. We place photos of any damage and traces of use on the product page. This way, you'll know exactly what to expect.

What are Second Chance Windows laptops?

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A Second Chance laptop is similar to a refurbished laptop, but it's not the same. A refurbished laptop has been used for much longer. It's been cleaned, reset, and the screen has often been repaired or the battery replaced. This extends the lifespan. Second Chance laptops are almost as new and often haven't been used before. They already have a new battery and screen, after all. These laptops have been returned or exchanged by customers and have usually barely been used. This means that Second Chance laptops are usually much newer than refurbished laptops.

Good for your wallet

Couple on the couch looking for a Second Chance laptop on the Coolblue website

If you choose a Second Chance Windows laptop, you get a discount. Yu can often save tens of euros on the purchase price if the laptop has only been out of the box. We determine the discount on a Second Chance laptop based on the condition of the product and the stock. The laptops are divided into 3 condition categories, as new, with light traces of use, and visibly damaged. It doesn't matter what the condition of the laptop is, it's always checked and always works properly. Aren't you bothered by some scratches on the casing of your laptop? At Coolblue, you get a higher discount on laptops with traces of use and damaged laptops.

Expert check

Expert cleans laptop

Our experts always check returned laptops. They check each laptop for damage and technical errors. They repair a laptop if necessary, so they meet our standard. Only when our experts are happy do we add a returned laptop to the Second Chance assortment.

Warranty and service

Expert happily working with their Second Chance laptop

Not sure if a Second Chance laptop is a good choice for you? Our 30-day satisfaction guarantee also applies to Second Chance laptops. If the laptop doesn't suit your needs after all, you can easily send it back. Second Chance laptops also have a 2-year warranty, just like new laptops. We process Second Chance laptops the way we process any other product, so you're assured of the service you're used to from us.

Go Green

Person works behind HP laptop

If you choose a Second Chance Windows laptop, you're being more sustainable. Returned laptops get a second life in our Second Chance assortment. If you choose a Second Chance laptop, you save on the purchase price and you can reduce your impact on the environment.

Rowan
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