Apple Trade In Value Calculator

You pick a device type and model, describe its condition, and the calculator multiplies Apple's published maximum credit for that model by a condition factor. For iPads and Macs it also applies an age factor, because Apple lists one maximum for each product family. You can then add the price of the new device, a private sale price, and a carrier offer to see which route pays the most and what the new device costs afterward.

The maximums are the United States 'up to' credit figures Apple has published, as reported in coverage through late October 2026. Apple adjusts these numbers often, and they moved in both September and October of 2026, so treat the table as a recent snapshot. Before you commit to a purchase, open Apple's own trade in page and check the current figure for your exact model.

Apple prices each device after you answer questions about its condition, and it can revise the offer once it inspects the device. Battery health, a cracked screen, water damage, a locked account, or a failed diagnostic can all lower the amount. The condition and age factors here are planning estimates rather than Apple's formula, so expect the real quote to land near the result but not match it to the dollar.

Excellent condition counts for 100% of the maximum, good for 85%, fair for 60%, cracked or damaged for 30%, and a device that will not power on for 0%. For iPads and Macs, a device up to two years old counts for 100%, three to four years for 65%, five to seven years for 35%, and eight or more years for 15%. These are editable assumptions chosen for budgeting, so adjust your own expectations if a quote comes back different.

It depends on what you value. A private sale often returns more cash, but you pay marketplace fees, spend time answering buyers, and take on the risk of a dispute. Apple's credit is lower in many cases but is quick and simple. Enter your expected sale price and fees in this tool to see the net difference, then decide whether the extra money is worth the extra effort.

Carrier promotions are often paid as monthly bill credits spread over a long period, commonly 24 to 36 months, and they usually require you to stay on a qualifying plan. If you leave early you can lose the remaining credits. That makes the headline number worth less than the same amount of instant credit, so compare it by what you receive up front and what you would owe if your plans change.

That depends on your state and on how the sale is structured, and rules differ widely. In some places tax is charged on the price after the trade in, and in others it is charged on the full price. This calculator does not apply tax. To estimate the tax on a new device, use the Sales Tax Calculator on this site, and check your state's rule or ask the retailer how it is handled.

Often yes, but with little or no credit. A device with a cracked screen may still earn a reduced amount, while one that does not power on or has serious damage is frequently accepted for recycling only. Choose the Not working option to see a zero credit estimate. It is also worth checking the cost of a repair, since a small fix can lift the trade in value by more than it costs.

No. This is an independent estimator and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Apple Inc. Apple and the names of its products are trademarks of Apple Inc. and appear here only to describe the devices being estimated. For a binding offer, use Apple's own trade in service, which asks for your device details and gives a quote you can accept.