iPads are the most undervalued Apple device when it comes to resale. People upgrade their iPhones religiously but let iPads collect dust for years. Meanwhile, that iPad sitting in your drawer is losing $5-10 in value every month. Here's how to sell it for the most cash.
What iPads Are Worth Right Now
Current iPad values as of March 2026 (flawless condition):
iPad Pro 13" M5 (2025): Up to $630 for the 2TB model. Even the 256GB base model fetches $420. The M5 Pro is the most valuable iPad you can sell right now.
iPad Pro 13" M4 (2024): $350-525 depending on storage. The 2TB model tops out at $525.
iPad Pro 11" M4 (2024): $280-420. Slightly less than the 13-inch due to screen size.
iPad Air M2 (2024): $200-300. The Air is popular with students and casual users.
iPad 10th Gen (2022): $120-180. Budget iPads have budget resale — but it's still free money sitting in your drawer.
iPad Mini 6th Gen: $150-220. Minis hold value surprisingly well due to the unique form factor.
Older iPads (2020 and before): $50-150. Yes, they're still worth something.
Where to Sell: Your Options Compared
Apple Trade-In
Apple's own program. Convenient but pays the least — Apple gives store credit, not cash. They typically offer 30-40% less than what you'd get from a dedicated buyback service. An iPad Air M2 that we'd pay $250 for might get you $160 in Apple store credit.
eBay / Facebook Marketplace
You set the price, but you deal with listing fees, shipping hassles, buyer disputes, scam risk, and waiting days or weeks for a sale. For a $300 iPad, eBay takes roughly $40 in fees after shipping.
SellMacBook.com
Dedicated Apple buyback. You get an instant quote based on your exact model and condition, we email a free prepaid UPS label, you ship it, and you get paid the same day we receive it. No fees, no waiting, no risk. We pay via PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, CashApp, or check — your choice.
How to Get the Most for Your iPad
Before selling, do these three things to maximize your payout:
1. Factory reset it. Go to Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPad → Erase All Content and Settings. Sign out of iCloud first.
2. Include the charger and cable. Missing accessories reduce your quote.
3. Clean it. A clean iPad in good condition gets a higher grade than a dusty one with fingerprints.
Get Your iPad Quote Now
Search your iPad model at SellMacBook.com to see your exact payout. We buy every iPad ever made — from the latest M5 Pro to the original iPad Mini. Any condition accepted.
Timing matters: Apple typically announces new iPads in March or October. Prices for current models drop 10-15% after each new release. If you're planning to sell, do it before the next announcement.
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