As a parent, you know it all too well: as soon as your child starts their studies, quite a few costs suddenly appear. Textbooks, a room, materials... and of course a good laptop. Because let's be honest: without a reliable laptop, you won’t manage at college or university these days.
The problem? A solid new laptop will quickly cost you more than €1000. For many families, that’s simply too big an investment at once. Fortunately, there’s a smart solution more and more parents are discovering: refurbished laptops.
Why refurbished? The benefits at a glance
A refurbished laptop is much more than a “second-hand” device. At Back in Use, they’re often professional business laptops that had their first life in companies. After they are returned, they are thoroughly checked, refurbished with new parts where needed, and come with a warranty.
The result? You get the quality and reliability of a business laptop, but for a fraction of the new price. On top of that, you’re consuming sustainably, which is always a nice bonus.
Our top 5 — but which laptop suits your child?
You can make a top 5 of the best refurbished laptops based on value for money, but not every student has the same needs. That’s why we selected five different refurbished laptops, each with its own strengths:
1. For the budget-conscious student: HP EliteBook 840 G6 (€299)
This is our absolute recommendation if you’re looking for the best value for money. For under €300 you get a solidly built business laptop that’s perfectly suited for a student’s daily tasks.
Perfect for: Students who mainly work with word processing, the internet and online classes. The keyboard is comfortable enough for long writing sessions, and the laptop is sturdy enough to withstand daily use.
2. For a future-proof choice: HP ProBook 650 G8 (€449)
Do you want to invest a bit more for a longer lifespan? Then this device is worth it. With its newer processor and modern look, you’re assured of good performance, even a few years from now.
Perfect for: Students who use their laptop intensively and want their investment to last longer.
3. For the creative student: HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 (€339)
Is your child studying a field that demands more from the laptop? Think graphic design, architecture or technical studies. Then this workstation is an excellent choice. It has extra graphics power and is built to handle intensive use.
Perfect for: Students working with creative software, CAD programs or other demanding applications.
4. For the on-the-go student: HP EliteBook 830 G7 (€439)
Does your child commute to university every day? Then this 13.3-inch model is ideal. Compact enough to take anywhere, yet with enough power thanks to the strong i7 processor.
Perfect for: Students who are often on the move and need a light, portable laptop without sacrificing performance.
5. For the versatile student: Dell Latitude 7200 (€379)
This 2-in-1 device can be used as both a laptop and a tablet. Handy for students who like to take digital notes or sketch, for example in studies like psychology or art history.
Perfect for: Students looking for flexibility and wanting to use their laptop in different ways.
How to make the right choice
When choosing the perfect laptop for your child, there are a few important questions to ask yourself:
- What’s your budget? (Our budget pick starts at €299)
- What is your child studying? (Creative studies have different needs)
- How mobile does the laptop need to be? (Daily commuting vs. mostly home use)
- How long do you want it to last? (Invest a bit more for a longer lifespan)
Why choose Back in Use?
With us, you don’t just get any second-hand laptop. Every device is professionally tested, cleaned and fitted with new parts where needed. Plus: you get a warranty. This way you can choose with peace of mind, knowing your child gets a reliable device.
Ready to find the perfect study laptop? View our collection and discover which laptop suits you best.