Refurbished IT Cost Calculator
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Data sources & methodology
TCO Methodology
Net TCO = Purchase + Maint(Y1+Y2+Y3) − Residual + E-waste − ATO saving
All prices ex-GST. Maintenance rates applied to purchase price annually. ATO saving = purchase price × tax rate (where price ≤ $20,000 and toggle is on). Fleet total = per-device net TCO × quantity.
Australian E-Waste & IT Refurbishment Index 2026
This calculator was built to accompany our flagship 2026 research piece on Australia's e-waste burden and the role of refurbishment in reducing it. Read the full index for the data behind the savings shown here, including OECD per-capita e-waste rankings, refurbishment market sizing, and the carbon arithmetic of buying refurbished.
Read the 2026 index →Why Australian businesses choose refurbished IT equipment
Refurbished business IT delivers the same performance as new hardware at a fraction of the cost — across the categories modelled here, savings of 35–50% on 3-year TCO are typical, with an average of around 42%. For Australian SMBs managing tight IT budgets, certified refurbished hardware from a trusted supplier like Reboot IT's Verified Refurb program is a proven way to stretch every dollar without compromising reliability. See our expert guide to the best refurbished business laptops for 2025 for our recommended models.
Certified & tested
Every device we sell is tested by Melbourne-based certified technicians, graded A or B condition, and backed by a 12-month warranty — the same protection you'd expect from a new device.
ATO instant asset write-off
Under the ATO's 2025–26 rules, eligible Australian businesses (turnover under $10M) can instantly write off business IT assets under $20,000 in the year of purchase — the same threshold applies to both new and refurbished equipment. ATO source ↗
Reduce your e-waste footprint
Choosing refurbished saves approximately 316 kg CO₂e per laptop compared to manufacturing a new device (Circular Computing, 2024). Read our guide to sustainable IT or our e-waste recycling program.
Fast Australia-wide dispatch
Reboot IT ships nationally to businesses across Australia. Free shipping on small items (laptops, tablets); flat-rate freight on bulky items (desktops, servers, monitors). 2-business-day dispatch (includes a pre-ship quality check) and tracking on every order. Dedicated B2B services for fleet rollouts of 10+ devices.
Browse refurbished business hardware by category
Once you've modelled your savings above, explore in-stock devices in our most popular business categories:
- Refurbished laptops — Dell Latitude, Lenovo ThinkPad, HP EliteBook, Microsoft Surface
- Refurbished desktop computers — Dell OptiPlex, HP EliteDesk, Lenovo ThinkCentre
- Refurbished monitors — Dell, HP and BenQ from 22" to 32"
- Refurbished Apple products — MacBook, iMac and iPad
- Dell business laptops — full Latitude, Precision and XPS range
How the refurbished IT cost calculator works
This calculator estimates the 3-year total cost of ownership (TCO) for new versus refurbished IT hardware for Australian businesses. It accounts for four cost drivers that a simple purchase-price comparison misses:
- Purchase price — based on published Dell AU, Lenovo AU, and Reboot IT pricing (May 2026, ex-GST). Pricing is reviewed quarterly.
- Annual maintenance costs — modelled at 2%/2%/5% of purchase price in years 1–3 for new devices and 4%/6%/9% for refurbished, reflecting the typical out-of-warranty risk profile of older hardware. Industry benchmarks: Fiix Software + Gartner IT lifecycle research.
- Residual value at Year 3 — market resale estimates based on observed Australian secondary-market pricing: new devices retain ~20%; refurbished ~10%. (ATO TR 2024/1 sets a 4-year effective life for depreciation purposes — a related but separate concept.)
- ATO instant asset write-off — for eligible SMBs, assets under $20,000 can be fully deducted in year of purchase, reducing your effective cost by 25–30% depending on your company tax rate.
For more on lifecycle planning, see our guide to computer remarketing and the Australian E-Waste & IT Refurbishment Index 2026.
Frequently asked questions about refurbished IT in Australia
Is refurbished IT reliable for business use?
Yes — certified refurbished equipment from reputable Australian suppliers like Reboot IT undergoes full hardware testing, component replacement where needed, and professional grading. Reboot IT has served over 100,000 Australian customers since 2001 and provides a 12-month warranty on all hardware. Learn more about our Verified Refurb program.
What is the difference between refurbished and second-hand IT equipment?
Second-hand devices are sold as-is with no testing or guarantees. Refurbished devices are professionally inspected, cleaned, repaired where needed, have data securely wiped to industry standards, and come with a warranty. See our grading guide for what to expect from each condition tier.
Can I claim the ATO instant asset write-off on refurbished IT?
Yes. The ATO's $20,000 instant asset write-off threshold for 2025–26 applies to both new and second-hand (refurbished) assets. Your business must have aggregated turnover under $10 million and the asset must be used in your business. Always consult your accountant to confirm eligibility.
What refurbished laptops are popular with Australian businesses?
The most popular business laptop ranges in the Australian refurbished market are Dell Latitude (5000 and 7000 series), Lenovo ThinkPad (T and X series), HP EliteBook, and Microsoft Surface Pro. See our 2025 best-business-laptops guide for spec recommendations.
How much can my business save with bulk refurbished orders?
Beyond the per-device savings shown above, businesses ordering 10+ units typically receive volume pricing and dedicated B2B service from Reboot IT. Read how Australian businesses are using bulk refurbished orders to roll out IT fleets at 50%+ savings versus new.