Buying tech can seem like a minefield. In fact it can leave some people feeling like they are the only ones that don’t understand quite how to find what they are looking for. We are all led to believe that larger companies offer a better service, prices and quality. CheshireMacs are here to change the way people buy tech and are setting new standards for the world of refurbished Macs.

Rest assured that our service, prices and quality are some of the main focuses for our work ethic. It isn’t good enough just to have the products to sell. Refurbished Macs and refurbished MacBooks are sought after. But people want to buy from companies who can offer competitive pricing as well as a great service.

Our Process:

Each device that we sell is inspected and tested by our expert technicians. Our inspection procedure is comprehensive and exhaustive. It is important that we take our time to examine every element of the device in order to move it onto the next stage.

We work to check the screen and make sure there are no damaged pixels or issues with brightness, lines or blurriness. The device is also checked for imperfections such as scratches, dents or defects so that it can be appropriately graded.

Any issues or areas of concern will be thoroughly replaced, cleaned or sorted so that we have the confidence each element is working at its best.

The device is then thoroughly cleaned by hand. We restore the factory settings and confirm the grading that the device will be sold at. This process helps to define the cost at which the device will sell for.

We may be a smaller company, but we have large aspirations to change the way in which people buy tech. Our team will always go the extra mile and create a service that is hard to beat. Get in touch with any questions you have on 01625 415088.

If you are looking for affordable iMacs or MacBooks then look no further. You have come to the right place, and we will explain why. There are huge pressures for families to provide their children with expensive technologies. These pressures do not just come from peers, but instead for academic needs. We all have the money to kit our children out with multiple devices, right? Not necessarily. However, this does not eradicate their need for devices to do their homework and online learning.

There are answers and support to enable you to find the most affordable iMacs and MacBooks though. This means that your children are not held back and are able to thrive in a more affordable manner.

How do I find Affordable iMacs and MacBooks?

At CheshireMacs, we offer the best quality Refurbished Apple computers. At the centre of this is the affordability to own an iMac or MacBook without a drop in quality or confidence. Our refurbished Apple Mac computers go through a rigorous process from start to finish. This ensures that every refurbished product will perform just as buying from new. Saving you money as well as giving you peace of mind.

“Excellent coms and better than expected MacBook: Great communication on the online chat. The advisor was able to answer specific questions about the unit I was interested in which left me at ease about the purchase. Especially with having to return a unit to a different seller a few days previous due to damage and discoloration of the screen that was not mentioned in the the ad.
Really fast delivery and more than happy with the laptop and all round experience. Will definitely use Cheshire macs in the future and will highly recommend to anyone I know who's looking at a future mac purchase. Thanks again guys.”

We are also able to take affordability one step further with the help of Klarna. What is Klarna? Klarna offers flexible ways in order to pay for your purchase. This includes splitting the total payment over three months with 0% interest chargeable. They also offer the ability to pay in full in 30 days, leaving you more time to pay for a product you may need immediately. It is important to note at this point that the finance options are only available to those over 18.

An item that you purchase that is cheaper (or more affordable) should not come with a drop in quality or service. We work really hard to ensure each purchaser is confident in both what they are buying, and us as a team to support them. Get in touch today on 01625 415088.

Technical jargon can be really off-putting. There are some individuals that thrive on it, fully understand each element and know exactly what they are looking for. Other’s find it a minefield. This can mean that the search for a refurbished Mac is stressful and confusing. Our team are on hand to help with anything that you may need help with. We will work to explain things in a way that makes it easier to understand.

When we are selling a refurbished iMac or refurbished MacBook, we have to offer all technical information about the product. This will offer detail about the item’s processor, memory, graphics package and hard drive.

This information helps some buyers to make direct comparisons when looking at multiple items. Generally people know what some terms mean but with the fast-moving pace of the technical world sometimes get confused with all of the different technologies and packages.

The refurbished market is a great provision for buying a Mac without the full expense of a new machine. The cost of new Apple computers can provide a barrier for some people. They are great products but are undeniably expensive. An iMac or MacBook is an investment and will last a long time.

Care Tips for Your Mac

If you have purchased a refurbished Mac you will want to look after it. There are key tips to make sure you are correctly caring for your purchase. The following information has been put together to make this an easy routine to follow.

Use protective cases as much as possible. There are snap on cases, screen protectors and even keyboard covers. A combination of these will really work to protect your purchase and keep them clean and safe from damage.

Handle with care. MacBooks are durable but can be damaged with poor handling over time. It generally leads to wear and tear over time and will gradually loosen hinges.

Think about your battery. Batteries have come a long way. A battery should last around five years if used correctly. General advice is that you should not let your battery run empty or leave it plugged in constantly. Use of your battery between 30% and 80% is optimal.

There are further things that you can do to protect your investment including servicing the ports and protecting the power adapter. We are on hand to help and support you with any questions you may have. Give our team a call today on 01625 415088.

One of our bestsellers is the 16-inch MacBook pro 2019, it's a brilliant, versatile machine suitable for a variety of uses and with a good sized screen for photo editing and video editing.

Take a look at our video below which highlights a few key points.

We always stock a number of these as they are so popular - take a look here.

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Need Reassurance?

"I’m very pleased with my purchase of a MacBook, the product was as described & dispatched the next day after ordering. It arrived by courier & I was kept informed of expected delivery. From my experience I would recommend this company." - Kim

CheshireMacs are a reputable and trustworthy company. When it comes to quality of repair and our dedication to customer service, we are proud to say that our reputation for excellence precedes us. Our team specialise in the repair and sales of Apple products. We have over 20 years of experience to our name, we know exactly how to exceed our customers’ expectations.

All of our refurbished Macs come with a 12-month hardware warranty. Our refurbished Apple computers are all fully inspected and tested by our skilled technicians. This ensures quality and peace of mind.

Need Advice?

If you would like more advice on which Mac would best suit your needs, please don't hesitate to contact us - we have an online chat on the website, you can call us or email us, or if you're local drop in! We will always go above and beyond to make sure you receive the best possible service.

Serato is now supporting Ventura!

Another frequently asked question is which Macs are compatible with Serato DJ software.

Up until the last couple of weeks Serato was not compatible with the newest Mac OS Ventura, however this is now resolved.

The system requirements for Serato are 8GB RAM, 15GB available disk space, Intel Core i5 or higher or Apple M1/M2 and OS Big Sur (11) or higher (2014 onwards).

High performance specifications:
For demanding tasks like low latency scratching, live streaming, mixing with three or more decks, or using Serato Video

2018 or later, Intel Core i9 or Apple M1/M2, 16GB RAM or higher, 15GB available disk space, Video Memory 4GB or 14-core GPU or higher.

MacBook Pro 14 and 15 inch models are perfect for this as they are of a portable size and you can get some great systems on them.

Here are some recommendations from us -  https://cheshiremacs.com/collections/serato

If you still need some help choosing we have an online chat option on our website or you can call or message us here!

What do our clients think?

“The detailed advice was exceptionally helpful as I had no idea what I really needed, I knew what I wanted the laptop for but I didn’t know what would be best and the advice given was so helpful it made the choice easy. Extremely happy with the service.” – Mike Lavin

CheshireMacs are a reputable and trustworthy company. When it comes to quality of repair and our dedication to customer service, we are proud to say that our reputation for excellence precedes us. Our team specialise in the repair and sales of Apple products. We have over 20 years of experience to our name, we know exactly how to exceed our customers’ expectations.

All of our refurbished Macs come with a 12-month hardware warranty. Our refurbished Apple computers are all fully inspected and tested by our skilled technicians. This ensures quality and peace of mind.

One question that we are asked daily is which Mac's can run Final Cut Pro?

Because Final Cut Pro is Apple software the good news is the vast majority of Mac's can run it.

What is Final Cut Pro? This is Apple’s professional-level video editing software. It is an incredibly popular software for both professionals and also consumers looking for more power for their video editing projects. It does a really great job of providing a solution for both groups. There are well-publicised pros and cons for both groups. However, it has received great press once users get used to different elements of the software.

Did you know?

Final Cut Pro works exclusively on Mac computers (as it was made by Apple). It is possible that this will change in the future, but right now there are no versions available for Windows or other operating systems.

The minimum system requirements are 4GB of RAM, 1GB of VRAM, 4.5GB of available disk space and macOS 11.5.1 (Big Sur) or later.

We would recommend going for 8GB of RAM minimum and the biggest screen you can accommodate for easier editing purposes but this isn't essential.

Regarding the OS this means any MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or iMac from 2014 onwards will be compatible.

Here are some recommendations from us - https://cheshiremacs.com/collections/final-cut-pro

Our client commented:

“Nothing was too much trouble! Friendly, knowledgeable staff that went out of their way to solve an issue with a courier delivery (that was nothing to do with them) and saved Christmas! Thank you!” – Tony Macartney

If you would like more advice on which Mac would best suit your needs, please don't hesitate to contact us - we have an online chat on the website, you can call us or email us, or if you're local drop in! We will always go above and beyond to make sure you receive the best possible service.

At CheshireMacs, we work hard to offer the best quality refurbished Apple computers. Our refurbished Apple Mac computers go through a really rigorous process from start to finish to ensure that every refurbished product will perform just as buying from new. The great thing about this is that it saves you money as well as giving you peace of mind.

Reviews of CheshireMacs:

“Fantastic company. received laptop within 24 hours of placing order. very competitive price. it was described as grade A but was actually like brand new. absolutely delighted with whole experience. did phone them with a couple of questions and the customer service was really excellent. cannot recommend highly enough.” Terence Cook

“Spot on service with no hassle’s, iMac received next working day well packed and working smoothly. Can highly recommend this company.” Malcolm Jackson

“The ordering process on line was very easy to follow and I found the staff at Wilmslow always very helpful.” Mary Fernaly

“Staff really helpful..was able to view the computer in the showroom and get helpful advice.” Janet Bailey

“Quick delivery and helpful staff when contacted. Very much liked that it was easy to contact the company direct.” Duncan Bourne

“Great purchase of a new Apple MacBook pro. Lynsey and Dave went out of their way to make this purchase work, gave me a great price. 10/10 for cheshire macs - Extremely happy with my new Mac. Happy to recommend Cheshire Macs.” Joel Chant

These are just some of our most recent reviews on Trustpilot. This is an independent review platform that’s open to everyone. Clients are able to share their experiences to help others make better choices. Rich insights help businesses like ours to improve the experiences they offer.

When you buy your refurbished Apple Mac from us, you can do so with 100% confidence. Get in touch today on 01625 415088.