If you're looking at a UK Used Samsung, you're onto something. A Galaxy S that cost over a million Naira new can be yours for a third of that, with a better camera and screen than most new phones at the same price.
There is one thing worth checking first, and most sellers won't mention it: how long the phone will keep getting security updates from Samsung. Here is the honest picture for every UK Used Galaxy we sell at Ziggatech.
Which UK Used Samsung Phones Still Get Updates?
| Model | Price (UK Used) | Security updates |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S22 Ultra 256GB | ₦612,800 | Until about February 2027 |
| Galaxy S22+ 128GB | ₦384,800 | Until about February 2027 |
| Galaxy S22 128GB | ₦360,800 | Until about February 2027 |
| Galaxy S21 Ultra 128GB | ₦396,800 | Ended (last patch November 2025) |
| Galaxy S21 128GB | ₦318,800 | Ended (last patch November 2025) |
| Galaxy Note20 Ultra 128GB | ₦462,800 | Ended |
| Galaxy S20 Ultra 128GB | ₦366,800 | Ended |
| Galaxy S20 FE 128GB | ₦258,800 | Ended |
| Galaxy S10 128GB | ₦294,800 | Ended |
| Galaxy S9 64GB | ₦216,800 | Ended |
Prices are live store prices at the time of writing. Update dates are from Samsung's published security update schedule; the Galaxy S22 series moved to quarterly patches in February 2026 for its final year.
What "No More Updates" Actually Means
A phone that no longer gets updates doesn't stop working. WhatsApp, Instagram, calls and the camera carry on as normal. What changes is that new security holes won't be patched, and over time some apps, especially banking apps, raise their minimum Android version and stop installing on older phones.
So an older Galaxy isn't a bad buy. It's a different kind of buy. Match it to how you'll use it.
Who Each UK Used Galaxy Suits
If it's your main phone and you bank on it: Galaxy S22 family
The Galaxy S22 at ₦360,800 is the cheapest Galaxy S we sell that still gets security patches. It's compact, fast and has a very good camera. Want the S Pen and a 10x zoom? The S22 Ultra at ₦612,800 is still one of the most capable phones you can buy at that price.
If you want a big screen and a great camera for less: Galaxy S21 Ultra or Note20 Ultra
These were Samsung's best phones of their year, and it shows in the screen, the zoom and the build. If you mainly use your phone for social media, photos and video, they're excellent value. Just know that updates have ended.
If it's a second phone, a phone for a parent or a first phone: Galaxy S20 FE or S10
For a backup line, a phone for a teenager, or one for someone who mostly calls and chats, the Galaxy S20 FE at ₦258,800 gives you a proper Samsung camera and screen for very little.
If you'd rather have updates for years: go brand new
If long support matters most, a brand new Galaxy S23 at ₦504,800 is supported into 2028, and the Galaxy S24 at ₦696,800 gets updates until 2031. See every model in our Samsung phone price guide.
What to Check Before Buying Any UK Used Samsung
- IMEI status. Make sure it isn't blacklisted or reported stolen. Dial *#06# to see the IMEI, and ask the seller to show you a blacklist check for it.
- Screen burn-in. Open a plain grey or white image at full brightness and look for faint ghost shapes of the keyboard or status bar. Samsung AMOLED screens can show this after heavy use.
- Battery health. Samsung Members → Support → Phone diagnostics → Battery status. Anything reported as "Normal" is fine.
- Samsung account removed. The previous owner's Samsung and Google accounts must be signed out, or the phone can lock after a reset.
- Network bands. UK models work on MTN, Airtel and Glo, including 5G on 5G models.
Every UK Used Galaxy at Ziggatech is Zigga Certified: graded Premium or Excellent only, IMEI-checked and fully tested, with a 12-month warranty.
Buying from Ziggatech
- 12-month written warranty on UK Used phones, honoured in person at our Ikeja store.
- 7-day exchange and 48-hour damage cover.
- Same-day delivery in Lagos on orders placed before 12 PM, and 2–3 business days nationwide.
- Trade in your current phone and pay only the difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a UK Used Samsung worth it in 2026?
Yes, if you match the model to your needs. The Galaxy S22 series still gets security updates until about February 2027 and starts at ₦360,800. Older models like the S20 FE and S21 are great value but no longer get updates.
Does the Galaxy S21 still get updates?
No. Samsung released the last regular security patch for the Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra in November 2025.
Which is the cheapest Samsung still getting updates?
At Ziggatech, the UK Used Galaxy S22 128GB at ₦360,800 is the cheapest Galaxy S still getting security updates.
Do UK Used Samsung phones work in Nigeria?
Yes. UK Samsung phones work on MTN, Airtel and Glo, including 5G on 5G models.
