Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for Select iPad and Apple Watch Models

Apple today adjusted its trade-in values for select devices in the United States, with reductions on iPad models, increased values for Apple Watch models, and changes to some Android phone values.

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Most reductions were slight: iPad trade-in values decreased by up to $20, whereas Apple Watch models saw upward adjustments. Android phone values were also adjusted. The latest trade-in values are listed below.

iPad

  • iPad: Up to $185 (vs. $195)
  • iPad mini: Up to $210 (vs. $230)

Apple Watch

  • Apple Watch Ultra 2: Up to $375 (vs. $365)
  • Apple Watch Series 9: Up to $180 (vs. $170)
  • Apple Watch Ultra: Up to $295 (vs. $290)
  • Apple Watch Series 8: Up to $140 (vs. $135)

Android Phones

  • Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: Up to $365 (vs. $390)
  • Samsung Galaxy S23: Up to $195 (vs. $210)
  • Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra: Up to $140 (vs. $145)
  • Google Pixel 7 Pro: Up to $150 (vs. $175)

The full list of trade-in values, including those for Macs, iPhones, and Android smartphones, can be found on Apple's trade-in website.

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Top Rated Comments

WarmWinterHat Avatar
14 months ago

Gifting means you get nothing, not sure how that makes sense. Selling it is only going to get you a little more and you have to deal with the hassle of selling it.
The point of gifting is to give something, not get.


Money is not an issue for me, but I would never get ****ed on a trade in by Tim Apple, on general principle alone. I'd rather give the item to a friend or family member, or donate it.
I feel the same way. Money isn't a concern for us, but I never trade any Apple devices in. I keep it long enough to recycle it or give it to someone. Their trade-in values are bunk.
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
iMac The Knife Avatar
14 months ago

I had no idea you felt that way. I'll email Tim and let him know the trade-in program can be shuttered.
Thanks, I appreciate it!
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iMac The Knife Avatar
14 months ago
Money is not an issue for me, but I would never get ****ed on a trade in by Tim Apple, on general principle alone. I'd rather give the item to a friend or family member, or donate it.
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
BarrettF77 Avatar
14 months ago
Their trade in values are really insulting TBH. Unless you’re just lazy and don’t care, fine. Or have no one to gift one to.
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
spazzcat Avatar
14 months ago

Don’t do Apple trade-in unless you have no other choice

The values they offer are poor and then your money is trapped in Apple gift cards

(Still have $500 plus trapped in Apple gift card from doing a trade in several years ago)
Yeah, you don't do a trade-in for giftcards, you use the trade-in the item you are buying.
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spazzcat Avatar
14 months ago

Their trade in values are really insulting TBH. Unless you’re just lazy and don’t care, fine. Or have no one to gift one to.
Gifting means you get nothing, not sure how that makes sense. Selling it is only going to get you a little more and you have to deal with the hassle of selling it.
Score: 4 Votes (Like | Disagree)