Whether you are thinking about purchasing a cell phone now or you find the need for one in the future, there are lots of good reasons to consider buying a used cell phone. Here are four considerations that make it easy to see why you should buy your next cell phone used:

It's Easy to Test Drive

An excellent reason to buy used is if you're buying a new brand or model for the first time and you aren't sure whether you will enjoy using it or want to keep it in the long term. Because you won't be paying full price for the phone, it won't be as much of a financial loss as if you were to purchase a new one and decide not to keep it. And if you do decide to get rid of the used cell phone you purchase, you can probably resell it through the same outlet in which you found it.  

It's Good for the Environment

Another good reason to buy your next cell phone used is because it's good for the environment. When thrown away, cell phones don't break down in the dumps like paper and other biodegradable goods do. They sit in landfills and take up space, adding to the world's pollution problem unnecessarily. When you're ready to upgrade again in the future, you can feel good about discarding the used phone or sending it to a company that will refurbish or partially recycle it.  

You Can Affordably Customize It

You'll likely save a lot of money on your used cell phone purchase over buying the same model new, which provides an awesome opportunity to affordably customize the phone you buy. Use some of the money you save to have the phone engraved with your name, get a custom cover made for it, or jazz it up with aftermarket embellishmentskeep the rest of the money you save in your pocket.

It's a Great Gift for First-Timers

If you are planning to give a cell phone to your child for the first time, why not buy used? There is a good chance that mistakes will be made as a first-time cell phone owner, and your child may end up losing or breaking it before long. Buying used will save you some money as your child learns some responsibility and begins taking better care of their belongings.

These are just a few of the great reasons to consider buying used next time you find yourself in need of a cell phone.