Quick summary: Amazon Warehouse products in the "Like New" category are practically brand new. 20-40% discount, same 30-day return policy. Excellent for large appliances, electronics, and home goods. In this guide we explain how the system works and when it is worth it.
What Is Amazon Warehouse?
Amazon Warehouse is where returned, packaging-damaged, or second-hand classified products are sold. Each product is individually inspected and categorized by condition: Like New, Very Good, Good, Acceptable.
These products are usually sold at 20-50% below the normal Amazon price. The 30-day return policy is the same as standard Amazon products.
Condition Categories: What Do They Mean?
| Category | Condition | Why This Category? | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like New | Practically brand new | Packaging damaged but product untouched | Very high |
| Very Good | Minimal signs of use | Used briefly, tested | High |
| Good | Visible signs of use | Used, but functional | Medium |
| Acceptable | Significant use | Scratches, dirt, parts may be missing | Look carefully |
My recommendation: stick with Like New and Very Good categories. For these two, the risk is very low and the savings are high.
Which Categories Are Most Valuable?
- Large home appliances: Dyson, iRobot, Shark vacuums. Box opened but product is like new. 30-40% discount is serious money.
- Small kitchen appliances: Air fryer, Instant Pot, blender. The Like New category is usually from someone who did not like the box and returned it.
- Electronic accessories: Keyboard, mouse, monitor and other computer accessories.
- Toys and kids' products: Items bought as Christmas or birthday gifts and returned after the occasion passed.
What I do not recommend buying: Products requiring software or licenses (some games may have used activation codes), clothing/shoes (size and fit are unreliable), baby safety products (car seat, crib, because damage may not be visible).
How Do You Find Amazon Warehouse?
It does not show as a category on Amazon's main site. Here are the ways:
- Go to a regular product page
- Click the "Other Sellers on Amazon" or "See All Buying Options" button
- If Amazon Warehouse is listed as a seller, you will see the price
- Alternatively, searching "Amazon Warehouse" on Amazon takes you directly to the page
Warehouse During Prime Day and Black Friday
Amazon Warehouse products get an extra 20% discount during Prime Day and Black Friday periods. During these times, a Like New Dyson V12 for example can be found at 50-55% off. To follow up, search for "Amazon Warehouse" and sort by "Price."
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Return Process
Amazon Warehouse returns work the same as standard Amazon returns. Within 30 days, the product can be returned in its original condition. If the product does not match what was described in the "Condition" notes, Amazon issues a refund without needing an additional dispute.
Disclaimer: Amazon Warehouse terms may change. Always read the product condition notes before purchasing. Some Amazon links in this article are affiliate links. Your price doesn't change. I only recommend products I actually use or have personally tested.
