Can You Trade In Airpods?
Are your AirPods looking worn out and losing their charge? If you're ready to upgrade to the latest model, this guide will assist you in finding the best option for your old ones.
Whether you're looking to sell them on eBay or another online marketplace, send them to a recycling site, or trade them in for quick cash, we’ve got you covered with just a few easy steps.
Apple Trade-In and GiveBack Program
Similar to trading in old iPhones and iPads, you can trade in your AirPods directly through Apple's Trade In/GiveBack program. Start by selecting AirPods on Apple’s website.
While the Apple Trade-In and GiveBack Program might not offer the most generous trade-in value for your AirPods — at the time of writing, they don't offer any monetary compensation — it ensures proper recycling of your old devices.
The Trade In/GiveBack program isn't limited to AirPods; Apple also accepts iPhones, smartphones from various OEMs, MacBooks, iPads, and iMacs.
They’ll recycle any items they won't purchase. Visit Apple GiveBack to begin the process.
Best Alternatives Apple Trade-In
Decluttr
Decluttr is our top recommendation for trading in AirPods, and we've partnered with them for the Tabletmonkeystrade-in portal.
Decluttr offers a great combination of trade-in values, a smooth experience, and excellent customer service.
Trading in your AirPods on our site is straightforward. Choose the correct AirPods model, and Decluttr will provide a quote.
If you accept the quote, Decluttr will send you a box and a pre-paid shipping label to send in your AirPods. Once everything is verified, you'll receive a check for the total trade-in value.
eBay
eBay is one of the most popular platforms for selling used items, including AirPods. With a large pool of potential buyers, eBay offers the opportunity to reach a wide audience.
You can also choose to hold auctions, which might help you maximize the value of your AirPods.
While eBay can be a great place to get a fair price for your AirPods, it does come with some drawbacks.
Listing, monitoring, and managing your eBay listing can be more time-consuming compared to using a trade-in site.
There’s also a higher risk of dealing with undesirable buyers. Additionally, eBay’s fees are higher than those of many other platforms, which can cut into your profits.

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