I see a refurbished Samsung HW-Q990D on Amazon for $1,099, which is a $600 savings from the new new version. Does anyone have experience in purchasing a refurbished product like this? Any thoughts otherwise?

I was about to settle on the Samsung 800c soundbar, but just found a “certified ebay” refurbished 900c for $150 less than the “ woot” sale price of $617 on sale for next few days. It comes with a 2 year warranty, says its factory refurbished from a seller with 100% positive feedback, who does accept returns within 30 days. How’s anyones luck with factory refurbished items like this? thanks✌🏻

Hey guys, I have my eyes on a soundbar on Amazon, and there are more cost-effective options via third parties (thru Amazon). One unit is available "Used-Like New" (Manufacturer Refurbished) and there is another "Used-Like New (Open Box, Like New, Never Used, Full Warranty) for $70 more than the refurbed.

Both of the stores (PrimeTimeBuys and Video & Audio Center) have extremely good ratings overall, so I'm guessing either would be ok. PrimeTime Buys's return policy just references Amazon's return policy as well as the A-to-Z guarantee.

Video & Audio Center's is a bit more specific. Basically can only return if it is damaged or defective, if I'm reading correctly.

The only reason that I would need to return it is if it is defective or damaged.

Has anyone gotten an open box and/or refurbed from Amazon third parties and in general, is one direction better than the other? Amazon has conditioned me to feel safe and warm when ordering direct through them, but I'm hesitant to go third party. I'd love any insights you might have.

Thank guys!