Apple says customers buying a new iPhone can receive from $175 to $885 in instant trade-in credit for an eligible iPhone 13 or later in the U.S. The figure is a range, and the final credit depends on the device and the condition Apple verifies.
The changes apply to Apple’s U.S. estimates and should not be used as official pricing in another country. Apple Trade In values vary by market, accepted device list and local program rules. An iPhone owner outside the U.S. should check the Apple Store for their country rather than convert a dollar amount.
The changes apply to Apple’s U.S. estimates and should not be used as official pricing in another country. Apple Trade In values vary by market, accepted device list and local program rules. An iPhone owner outside the U.S. should check the Apple Store for their country rather than convert a dollar amount.
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Apple published the $175-to-$885 range in its iPhone 18 Pro launch-period update. Its Trade In page explains how an estimate becomes final credit. Apple does not publish a permanent public change log for every individual model, so the current estimate for a specific device belongs in Apple’s own checkout flow.
| Apple Trade In detail | What Apple publishes |
|---|---|
| Eligible iPhone range | iPhone 13 or later |
| Instant credit range | $175 to $885 in the U.S. |
| Final assessment | Condition must match the description |
| No-value devices | Free recycling |
The values are estimates, not a cash price or a guarantee. Apple determines the final credit after inspection, and the result can change if the device condition differs from the description. A shopper should enter the exact model, capacity and condition before comparing Apple’s offer with a carrier promotion or private sale.
Anyone comparing an Apple offer with a carrier promotion or private resale should separate instant trade-in credit from bill credits and sale proceeds. Our international trade-in guide explains why Apple’s process differs by country.
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