Recently launched in the UAE, Cartlow is a first-of-its-kind mobile app in the region to deliver a simple, yet efficient method for customers to buy a wide selection of certified pre-owned, refurbished, open-box and clearance products at unbeatable deals, from watches and game consoles to laptops, hair straighteners and cosmetics.

How is Cartlow able to sell these in-high demand products for such a low price, and what are certified pre-owned, refurbished, open-box products? In a snapshot here’s the lowdown on Cartlow and why it’s poised to be the go-to platform for savvy shoppers.

The homegrown e-commerce site and app works alongside a series of well-trusted global brands and recognized house-hold names, helping to turn-over their inventory, and reduce unsustainable practices where retailers simply toss away items that are not sold or are ‘open-box’, by purchasing these products from the company at low prices, allowing Cartlow to then resell them at unbeatable prices. Each of the products that Cartlow distributes is expertly tested in-house and certified with up to one-year warranty, providing users with a peace-of-mind shopping experience, as well a guaranteed best value deal.

A section of the business also assists consumers to sell pre-owned products through a ‘buy-back’ program, where functional gadgets are refurbished by a team of Cartlow’s own experts, and resold, while inoperable products are dismantled and recycled. In doing so Cartlow is striving to reduce waste and carbon emissions through its recycling and reselling program, setting a benchmark example on sustainable habits across the industry.

Certified Pre-Owned Products – Cartlow certified products, strictly tested that have been moderately used with minimal scratches or dents, compatible accessories and a warranty of up-to nine months

Refurbished Goods – The products have been through Cartlow’s thorough recondition process, tested and fully functional, delivered like new or may have minor scratches, compatible accessories and a warranty of up-to nine months

Open-Box – The items are delivered in their original box, product had a broken seal, is brand new and a one-year warranty with original accessories

Brand New – These products have never been used, and typically are passed on from a partner store who is holding damaged box items or aged stock items, so instead of disposing of the goods they have partnered with Cartlow to ensure the goods are instead  sold  under warranty

Cartlow is founded and led by Mohammed Sleiman, ex Co-Founder and Managing Director of Helpbit (An Amazon acquired Company under souq.com), who has previously built and lead one of the largest aftersales operations and on demand service apps in the region. With more than 15 years of managerial experience with a number of leading firms, Mohammed found a gap in the market and a business opportunity within the pre-owned and refurbished Industry.

Mohammed Sleiman: “Through Cartlow, we are providing a solution for consumers, retailers and distributors. We are aiming to raise the bar of the pre-owned and refurbished industry by empowering a digitally structured ecosystem, and a trusted reliable channel. We will lead the way by providing good quality products that are tested and certified with warranty at unbeatable prices for our customers, while leading the way towards illuminating unsustainable practices and by taking steps to save the environment.”

With the holidays fast approaching, Cartlow is set to be the go-to platform this season for smart shoppers’ intent on supporting the homegrown apps commitment to sustainability and who know great value when they see it!