How Much Money Can I Get From Trading in Old Apple Devices?

How Much Money Can I Get From Trading in Old Apple Devices?

Apple continually updates its trade-in deals following the release of its new devices and there are some pretty good offers for those looking to make a bit of cash back.

Apple’s trade-in promotion allows customers to get credit towards their next purchase by mailing or bringing in their old Apple-branded products. More recent models of iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches and Macbooks are generally valued higher, but even if your device isn’t eligible for trade-in, you can still recycle it.

Trade-in prices typically shuffle after a new device release. We’ve now had the announcement of the new iPhone 15 and the Apple Watch Series 9, so the trade-in credit you can earn has shifted once again.

Prices also tend to decrease on older models as newer devices come out, so if you want the best deal, you’re better off trading in sooner rather than later.

These are the estimated trade-in prices for Australians that are currently listed on Apple’s website at the time of writing.

Apple trade-in prices you should know about

Apple iPhone 12 Trade In
Apple

iPhone trade-in prices

  • iPhone 14 Pro Max – Up to $1,255
  • iPhone 14 Pro – Up to $1,120
  • iPhone 14 – Up to $830
  • iPhone 14 Plus – Up to $890
  • iPhone SE (3rd Generation) – Up to $300
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max – Up to $1,105
  • iPhone 13 Pro – Up to $960
  • iPhone 13 – Up to $730
  • iPhone 13 Mini – Up to $590
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max – Up to $765
  • iPhone 12 Pro – Up to $635
  • iPhone 12 – Up to $510
  • iPhone 12 Mini – Up to $360
  • iPhone SE (2nd gen) – $Up to $150
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max – Up to $490
  • iPhone 11 Pro – Up to $430
  • iPhone 11 – Up to $370
  • iPhone XS Max – Up to $305
  • iPhone XS – Up to $245
  • iPhone XR – Up to $230
  • iPhone X – Up to $190
  • iPhone 8 Plus – Up to $140
  • iPhone 8 – Up to $105
  • iPhone 7 Plus – Up to $100
  • iPhone 7 – Up to $55

iPad trade-in prices

  • iPad Pro — Up to $660
  • iPad — Up to $265
  • iPad Air — Up to $395
  • iPad Mini — Up to $370

MacBook trade-in prices

  • MacBook Pro — Up to $1,310
  • MacBook Air — Up to $590
  • MacBook — Up to $180

Apple Watch trade-in prices

  • Apple Watch Ultra – Up to $500
  • Apple Watch Series 8 – Up to $290
  • Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) – Up to $170
  • Apple Watch Series 7 – Up to $230
  • Apple Watch Series 6 – Up to $160
  • Apple Watch SE (1st Gen) – Up to $100
  • Apple Watch Series 5 – Up to $110
  • Apple Watch Series 4 – Up to $50

If your device isn’t on the list above, Apple will still take back any of its other devices, like old iPods or Apple TVs, to recycle. AirPods and headphones are not eligible, however, due to hygiene reasons.

So don’t leave those old iPhones in your drawer picking up dust; trade them in and get some money, or just recycle them guilt-free.

All you have to do is bring your device to an Apple store for a team member to examine or fill out Apple’s online questionnaire and mail your product back to them. Then Apple will credit you towards your next purchase or put your money onto an Apple Store gift card.


This article has been updated since its original publication.

Lead Image Credit: Apple


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