Buying guides

Straight answers for buying laptops, CCTV, Wi-Fi and power backup in Kenya, written from the stock we sell every day.

Best Refurbished Laptops Under 30K in Kenya (2026 Guide)

Which refurbished laptops under KES 30,000 are worth buying in Kenya in 2026: Windows 11-ready EliteBooks and ThinkPads, what to avoid, and what to check.

Best Laptops for University Students in Kenya (2026)

The best laptops for campus in Kenya in 2026, by course and budget: refurbished EliteBooks and ThinkPads, new options, and what each course really needs.

HP EliteBook 840 G5 vs G6 vs G8: Which Should You Buy?

HP EliteBook 840 G5 vs G6 vs G8 compared from HP QuickSpecs: processors, ports, Wi-Fi, battery and weight, plus Kenyan prices and which one to buy.

How to Check an Ex-UK Laptop Before You Buy: Checklist

A checklist for testing an ex-UK laptop in Kenya: battery health, BIOS and Computrace locks, Windows activation, screen, ports and MacBook iCloud lock.

Refurbished vs New Laptop in Kenya: Which Is Better Value?

Refurbished or new laptop in Kenya? An honest comparison of price, performance, battery, warranty and lifespan, with clear advice on when new is worth it.

CCTV Camera Prices in Kenya (2026): Full System Costs

CCTV camera prices in Kenya in 2026: Wi-Fi, analog HD and IP cameras, DVR and NVR recorders, hard drives, and what a 4-camera system for a home or shop costs.

Best Wi-Fi Router for Home in Kenya (2026): Fibre, 4G and Mesh

Which Wi-Fi router to buy in Kenya in 2026: routers for Safaricom, Zuku and Faiba fibre, 4G SIM routers where there is no fibre, and mesh Wi-Fi for big homes.

How to Choose a UPS in Kenya (2026): What Size You Need

UPS prices in Kenya and how to choose one: what VA size you need for a desktop, Wi-Fi router or CCTV recorder, line-interactive vs online UPS, and battery life.