USED PHONES
Used phones for sale in Montreal — tested, warrantied, ready to use
iPhones and Samsung tested on 30+ points, unlocked, warranty up to 2 years — from $80. 757 Rue Beaubien East, 30 seconds from Beaubien metro.
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SubSell is a Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie neighbourhood shop (757 Rue Beaubien East, 30 seconds from Beaubien metro) selling used and refurbished phones that are tested on more than 30 points, unlocked (not tied to any carrier) and covered by a warranty of up to 2 years — at a fraction of the price of new.
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Buying in-store vs on Marketplace or Kijiji
| SubSell shop | Classified ads | |
|---|---|---|
| Device tested before sale | ✔ 30+ points | ✘ on trust |
| Warranty | ✔ up to 2 years + lifetime network | ✘ none |
| iCloud lock verified | ✔ | ✘ real risk |
| Clean IMEI | ✔ verified | ✘ your risk |
| Try before paying | ✔ in store | Rarely |
| Recourse if problems | ✔ physical shop, free exchange | ✘ seller gone |
| Price | Slightly higher | Varies |
Saving $20 on a classified ad can cost you the full price of the device if the phone turns out locked or stolen. In-store, you test the device in hand, you pay, and you leave with a written warranty.
Our used phones: what's in stock
- • iPhone — from the SE ($80) to the 17 Pro Max: see all models
- • Samsung Galaxy — recent models as they come in
- • Consoles and other devices — depending on inventory
Inventory turns over daily (we buy back dozens of devices every week). Easiest way: tell us you are coming, no deposit or drop by — 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Looking for a specific model, color or capacity that isn't on the shelf today? It happens often — plenty of devices leave before they are ever listed. Call or message us: we tell you whether it is in the shop, and a model we don't have usually turns up in 2 to 5 days.
Price guideposts (starting from)
| Model | Starting from |
|---|---|
| iPhone SE (2nd Gen) | $80 |
| iPhone 11 | $150 |
| iPhone 12 | $200 |
| iPhone 13 | $335 |
| iPhone 14 | $320 |
| iPhone 15 | $450 |
| iPhone 16 | $500 |
The final price depends on condition (grade), storage and inventory. Every device on display in-store shows its real condition — and you test it before paying.
Updated: 2026-11-10
Used or refurbished: what's the difference?
All our devices are verified, but "refurbished" refers to a complete testing and reconditioning process. To understand it all (A/B/C grades, battery, warranty), read our refurbished iPhone guide. Buying from a private seller? Run through our list first on how to check a used iPhone before buying. And if the real question is whether one lasts, we answer it point by point in are refurbished iPhones any good?
Have a device to sell or trade in?
We pay cash for iPhones, Samsung, MacBooks, iPads and consoles — even broken (sell my device), and a trade-in directly cuts the price of your next phone (calculate my trade-in). Unsellable devices are taken back free of charge and recycled to ARPE-Québec / Recyc-Québec standards, after a secure data wipe.
Our environmental commitment
Since 2017, more than 50,000 transactions at the shop. Selling or trading instead of throwing away keeps a phone in use: every device we buy back goes back into use first, and is recycled only once it can no longer be used. Devices too damaged or too old to resell are taken back free of charge, no recycling fee, and handed only to recyclers compliant with Quebec environmental standards (ARPE-Québec). Before any resale, your data is erased with professional software; a device that is recycled has its storage destroyed.
Before you come in
FAQ — Used phones in Montreal
Where can I buy a reliable used phone in Montreal?
From a shop that tests and warranties its devices. At SubSell (757 Rue Beaubien East, Beaubien metro), every phone is tested on 30+ points, unlocked and covered for up to 2 years — and you try it before paying.
Are the used phones unlocked?
Yes: they are unlocked, so not tied to any carrier. Depending on the model, they take a SIM card, an eSIM or both; in store, we show you what yours takes.
What warranty do I get on a used phone?
Up to 2 years (by model) on any functional defect (lifetime on any network problem), on top of the in-store hands-on test before you buy.
How much does a used iPhone cost in Montreal?
From $80 (iPhone SE) up to the newest models, depending on condition and storage ("starting from" prices on /en/buy).
Can I trade in my old phone toward a used one?
Yes — 5-minute evaluation and the value is deducted from the price.
Are your phones sold without a plan?
Yes: all our devices are unlocked and sold with no plan and no contract. They are not tied to any carrier, so you keep your plan or take one elsewhere.
Is it risky to buy a phone on Marketplace or Kijiji?
Main risks: iCloud lock, stolen or unpaid IMEI, end-of-life battery — with no recourse. A shop eliminates all three with verification and a warranty.
Straight answers
Questions people ask before selling
- Which phone is best for value for money?
For most people, the best value is a refurbished iPhone one to three generations old: it costs far less than new, still gets the latest iOS updates and resells well later. At SubSell, refurbished iPhones start at $80, checked, not tied to any carrier, with a warranty of up to 2 years depending on the model and a lifetime warranty on network problems.
- What are the top 10 best selling phones?
According to Counterpoint Research, the ten best-selling phones worldwide in 2025 were the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy A16 5G, Galaxy A06, iPhone 17, iPhone 15, Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16e. Seven of the ten are iPhones. In Q2 2026, the iPhone 17 led.
- Who pays the most for cell phones?
A private buyer often pays the highest sticker price; buyback shops and mail-in services pay a firm price in money; Apple and carriers pay in credit. Between shops, it depends on the model and condition: compare firm prices, in money. SubSell publishes its iPhone cash prices model by model, up to $1,950 for a sealed iPhone 17 Pro Max, and buys Samsung and Pixel phones too.
A question?
Call or write, 9 AM to 9 PM, in French or English: it is the shop that answers. No need to wait for an answer before you come in.
Come try your next phone at 757 Beaubien East.
757 Rue Beaubien East, Montréal • Mon-Sun 9 AM-9 PM • Walk-ins welcome