Using BankMyCell, you can sell your old device for cash in 3 simple steps. You'll get all the top quotes from trusted buyback stores in one place, earning you more and saving you time! This means you'll not only get paid the best price online in as little as 2 days, but also receive with FREE shipping & zero hassle returns if you change your mind!
Unlike other trade-in platforms, our buyback partners pay you in cash instead of store credit or gift cards. We're talking higher payouts, with no strings attached, so you can spend a larger sum of money on what you want!
Are you planning to do an Apple Watch trade-in to upgrade your phone or get more cash? BankMyCell compares prices from trusted buyback stores for you to know which of them offers the highest price for used devices. These stores offer free shipping and pay cash via PayPal, Check, Direct Deposit, Cash App, or Zelle.
The following factors define the prices for Apple Watches:
Check out our guide on how much these series are worth.
Unlike other stores, BankMyCell's Apple Watch trade-in offers aren't limited to gift cards/store credit as payment. It means you can get more cash that you can use for a future Apple purchase, such as a new Apple Watch.
Select the condition of your item, select a store, ship it for free, and you will get paid immediately. Here are more reasons why selling on BankMyCell's partner stores is the best option compared to other Apple Watch buyers:
BankMyCell compares prices for a variety of trusted stores, including their payment options, ratings, and information on free shipping and returns. Compared to other used Apple Watch buyers, all these stores offer high cash payouts.
These stores provide cash payments via Direct Deposit, PayPal, Check, Cash App, and Zelle.
Another store that pays cash via PayPal (subject to 4% fees) for a used Apple Watch is eBay. However, it requires a rigorous trade-in process:
As a result, doing an Apple Watch trade-in on buyback websites is a much better option. Simply visit BankMyCell, use our filters, and determine which store offers the best trade-in value for your device.
BankMyCell shows a list of buyback stores willing to buy a used Apple Watch. These stores offer the most cash for your device because they don't charge any sale fees and offer free shipping at UPS drop-off points.
You can sell your device on Facebook Marketplace and eBay and find buyers near you. Expect a high trade-in price for your device but selling on this site requires a lengthy process that includes creating your listing. You may also meet strangers in an unknown location or feel vulnerable doing the sale exchange at your home.
If you want to sell an Apple watch near you, shops such as Apple or Walmart accept trade-ins for used Apple Watches but only offer store trade-in credit or an Apple Store gift card / Walmart gift card. These are typically low market value and may not be helpful if you need cash.
You can trade in Apple Watch series units or models even if they're broken. Finding a store that to sell your broken Apple Watch can be difficult. Retail stores like Best Buy, GameStop, and the mobile carrier Sprint do not accept such items.
Meanwhile, BankMyCell has partners that buy broken or faulty devices. Here are some of the conditions accepted by BankMyCell's retailers:
Online Buyback Sites: Selling your Apple Watch online is the best way to make money from it. Can you trade in Apple Watch that's broken but at a high price? Online buyback sites offer a high trade-in value and pay in cash, even for faulty devices.
Apple Trade-in: You can do an Apple Watch trade-in for a low-value store credit, which means it's only an option if you want to upgrade to a new device from their store. They also have a recycling program where you can return your old device to have it recycled*.
You'll need to know what the model or series of your Apple Watch is to ensure you get an accurate quote when doing a trade-in. Below are ways how to determine your device model.
Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone > Choose My Watch > Tap General > Choose About > Tap Model > Tap the number > The four-digit number with the letter A will show your device's model number.
Go to BankMyCell's website and enter your device's model. Or from the Homepage > click More Electronics > choose Sell Apple Watch > Choose your device.
You may also read our guide, 'What Apple Watch Do I Have?' to learn how to determine the generation or model of your Apple Watch.
Before initiating an Apple Watch trade-in, you will need to delete your data by unpairing it from your phone. To unpair:
Bring the watch and iPhone close to each other > open the Watch app > choose My Watch > select All Watches > tap the Info button > tap Unpair Watch and confirm.
Follow these steps to learn how to clear and prepare an Apple Watch to sell it profitably:
Before shipping, your chosen store will remind you to remove all your data via email. Because our trusted partners never have access to personal data, they are the best options for selling a used Apple Watch.
If you can't remember your iCloud password or lock screen passcode, you can still unlock your device with repair shops. You can trade in your device for a higher price after it has been unlocked. If unlocking your device is difficult, you can still sell it through one of BankMyCell's partner stores.
Follow these steps to sell your Apple Watch series (iCloud locked):
Yes, you can sell your device even if it hasn't been paid off yet. When you purchased the device and signed up for the monthly subscription, your credit line automatically made you the device's legal owner.
Regardless of your carrier, you can sell a financed device with bills owed as long as you complete your payments. Just follow these steps:
If you unlock your blacklisted device first, you'll get paid more. However, you can still sell your device to BankMyCell's buyback partners if it remains blacklisted or has a bad ESN (electronic serial number). You need to be the rightful owner of the device.
Follow these steps:
BankMyCell: The service offers an independent resale price comparison from popular iPhone trade-in companies. Helpful if you're looking to get paid a specific way, or you want to pick the store that does the longest price freeze, giving you time to upgrade without getting stung by price drops.