The oldest iPhone model you can trade-in with Apple is older than you'd think
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Even old Apple devices you haven’t touched in years could still get you some credit towards a new phone.
Key facts
- Aside from phones, Apple also accepts trade-ins for your old iPad (max of $690), Mac ($2,045 at most), or Apple Watch (up to $305)
- The maximum currently available is $720 for an iPhone 16 Pro Max, though given this phone cost $1,199 upon release and will still be usable for many years, trading it in now makes little sense
- For example, a 128GB Pixel 9 Pro in good condition is eligible for $255, while a 1TB model in good shape yields $315
- At the time of writing, Apple provides $320 for any iPhone 15 in good shape, while Mac Me An Offer goes up to $425 for a 512GB iPhone 15
Summary
If you've ever bought an iPhone directly from Apple, you've likely seen the option to trade in an older device. The trade-in value Apple offers varies by how new the device is, as you'd expect. It's a good idea to learn how the official iPhone trade-in program works in case you've never used it before, as well as knowing the other options you have to get cash from an old gadget. Apple's Trade In page is where you check the trade-in value of various devices. In this shape, Apple offers a mere $35 for the iPhone 8.