Our Quality Standards

When you buy from Dotson IT, you know exactly what you are getting, regardless of which stock you select. Our units undergo a very strict grading and quality control process following the industry standard guidelines of GSM Exchange using the certified Phone Check. They may have 2% cosmetic variations on the A+ Grade, A Grade and AB Grade.  They may have 5% cosmetic variations on the B Grade. 3% minor issues except the key function should be acceptable by buyers.

Grading Guidelines

Brand New

​Devices are brand new and sealed in original box. All accessories are in the original plastic. Devices have never been used.
Devices pass all functionality tests, are ready for activation and have no iCloud lock.

A+ Grade

​​A used device that looks like Brand new with absolute no flaws or imperfections on the screen or housing.

• Fully tested, fully functional
• No cracks or bad LCDs
• Fully unlocked
• No scratches on screen
• No scratches or imperfections on housing
• No white spots on LCD

A Grade
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​A used device that is in Excellent condition and might have minimal imperfections on the screen or housing.

• Fully tested, fully functional
• No cracks or bad LCDs
• Fully unlocked
• Might have very light sign of use​
• No white spots on LCD

AB Grade

​A used device that is in Very Good condition and may have minimal imperfections on the screen or housing.
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• Fully tested, fully functional
• No cracks or bad LCDs
• Fully unlocked
• Might have scratches, dings overall
• No white spots on LCD

B Grade
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​A used device that is in Fair condition with imperfections from use.

• Fully tested, fully functional
• No cracks or bad LCDs
• Fully unlocked
• May have numerous scratches, dings overall
• No white spots on LCD

D Grade

• Power on
• Fully unlocked
• May have heavy scratches on screen and housing
• May have heavy dings or scuffs on housing
• Might have a bend