In a world where everything is getting more expensive, Apple seems to be quietly making some pretty solid choices that benefit the budget-conscious among us. First, the company launched the MacBook Neo, which we called the "best budget laptop ever" in our review. Now, the company is going to pay you back more cash for trading in your old devices.
As spotted by MacRumors, Apple has updated its trade-in estimates and raised the value of several iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and Apple Watch models. It's not entirely altruistic, of course — Apple is facing the effects of the RAM crisis as much as any company and being able to rescue and reuse old components is a benefit.
Still, what's interesting is that while raising the price offered for its own products, Apple has also reduced the amount it's willing to pay for Android trade-ins.
Here are the new rates Apple will estimate for trade-ins. That "estimate" qualifier is important; the value you're offered will largely depend on the device's condition.
iPhone and iPad
Trade-ins for the iPhone 16 family have increased by $10 for the Pro Max, Pro and Plus models and $25 for the regular iPhone 16.
Meanwhile, at the other end of the scale, you can still get up to $35 for the iPhone 8 and $45 for the iPhone 8 Plus.
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: Up from $685 to $695
- iPhone 16 Pro : Up from $550 to $560
- iPhone 16 Plus : Up from $455 to $465
- iPhone 16 : Up from $435 to $460
For a current iPad, you will now get an extra $20 for a Pro in good condition and an extra $15 for other models.
- iPad Pro : Up from $670 to $690
- iPad Air : Up from $445 to $460
- iPad : Up from $220 to $235
- iPad mini : Up from $250 to $265
MacBook
The estimated trade-in prices for the MacBook are a little less clear-cut. While Apple has increased the value of the current MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and Mac mini, the iMac remains unchanged. Meanwhile, the Mac Pro drops from $2,090 to $2,045.
- MacBook Pro : Up from $685 to $690
- MacBook Air : Up from $485 to $520
- Mac mini : Up from $340 to $375
- Mac Pro Down from $2,090 to $2,045
Apple Watch
If you're looking to trade-in an old Apple Watch, then you'll get an extra $10 in estimations for the Ultra 2 and the Apple Watch Series 9.
However, the last-gen Apple Watch Series 10 remains unchanged at up to $150, while the first-generation Apple Watch Ultra estimation has actually gone down by $10.
- Apple Watch Ultra 2 : Up from $295 to $305
- Apple Watch Series 9 : Up from $120 to $130
- Apple Watch Ultra : Down from $215 to $205
Final thoughts
Apple's trade-in program is good, but it's likely that you'll be able to get more for your older devices by selling yourself through a service like eBay or Amazon. Of course, what Apple does offer is convenience as well as a certainty that your electronics will be recycled wherever possible — which isn't going to happen if they go into landfill.
Also, it's worth remembering that Apple won't give you cold, hard cash for your old devices. The company's trade-in amounts to credit on another purchase or on an Apple Gift Card. Which might not be a bad thing, with Father's Day on the horizon.
Finally, Apple states, "Trade-in values will vary based on the condition, year, and configuration of your eligible trade-in device." So if your Apple Watch or MacBook is particularly beat up and well-used, you may not see as much for it as you hoped.
