Buyer guide · Updated Oct 2026

New vs used ASIC miners at Mining Man

Direct answer: At Mining Man, new means brand-new and shipped unopened; used means cleaned, inspected and bench-tested before shipping, with results on your quote. Both are sold by written quote in CAD or USD from Abbotsford, BC. We ship worldwide. Pick new for first-owner packaging; pick used for lower cost per TH/s with verified test data.

1. Definitions we use on every quote

ConditionWhat it meansWhat you get on the quote
NewBrand-new, shipped unopened, manufacturer packaging/warranty as applicable. We do not market units as “factory-sealed.”Model, bin, currency, freight, payment terms
UsedPrior runtime. Cleaned, inspected and bench-tested before shipping.Tested hashrate, temps/notes, hours where firmware reports them, warranty on the quote

2. Who new fits

  • First-time buyers who want packaging and manufacturer warranty terms.
  • Farms standardizing a fleet on identical new bins.
  • Anyone who prefers zero prior runtime over a lower landed cost.

3. Who used fits

  • Buyers optimizing cost per TH/s or GH/s with acceptance of prior hours.
  • Operators who want documented bench results before payment.
  • Mixed lots where some new and some used units make sense — say so on the quote request.

4. How Mining Man sells both

  1. Request a quote with model, quantity, new or used, and destination via the form, email hello@miningman.co, or call +1 (778) 779-4298.
  2. Receive one CAD or USD price with freight, quoted from Abbotsford, BC.
  3. Approve, pay by wire or crypto on the invoice, and we ship worldwide.

We are an independent reseller — not Bitmain authorized. No walk-ins and no public stock maps. See also used miners and the how to buy guide.

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FAQ

New vs used FAQ

What does brand-new mean at Mining Man?

Brand-new means the miner ships unopened in manufacturer packaging, with warranty terms as applicable on your quote. We do not use factory-sealed as a marketing claim.

What does used / bench-tested mean?

Used means cleaned, inspected and bench-tested before shipping. Tested hashrate, temperatures and notes appear on your quote.

Should I buy new or used?

Choose new when you want first owner and manufacturer packaging. Choose used when you want lower cost per TH/s and accept prior runtime — with test results on the quote.

Do you list used stock publicly?

No. Availability is confirmed on your quote. There is no public stock map or walk-in showroom.

Do you ship new and used worldwide?

Yes. Quotes are prepared in Abbotsford, BC, and we ship worldwide. Freight is included in the written price.