Having mixed feelings about your iPhone5, 5S or 5C? Maybe the screen doesn't seem to shine as brightly, or the hyper-responsive touch screen doesn't seem as fast as it once was. Whatever the reason, you're looking for a change.
If you're the type of person who alwaysneeds the newest iPhone as soon as it comes out, chances are you're looking to sell your current device — and quickly. We can help.
There are several options available, and you can explore each one to find the best value for your old device. Below, we've detailed a few of the best options and how to utilize them.
1. Apple's Trade-In Program
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Apple offers its own in-house trade-in program. At any Apple retail store, you can provide your phone (all iPhone generations are currently accepted) and an Apple employee will determine its monetary value. If you choose to accept their quote, they'll credit you with your quote amount, take your iPhone and wipe it while you search the store for your next device.
Important note: The device for which you're trading your current model mustbe in stock at the time of your trade-in, and new phones must be under contract.
The Apple trade-in program method is safe and easy, but it isn't likely to get you the best price for your former phone.
2. Amazon's Trade-In Program
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Amazon's trade-in program offers, on average, a higher price than Apple. Users who want to get rid of their current iPhones simply need to fill out a form about the quality of their devices.
Amazon then sends you packing and shipping materials free of charge. When the company receives your shipment, your account will be credited with a gift card of equal value.
3. Walmart's Trade-In Program
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Major retailer Walmart also has a trade-in program. For working phones, Walmart offers as much as $180.50 credit for an iPhone 5, $325 credit for an iPhone 5S, and $133 for an iPhone 5C.
4. Direct Sale Sites
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In terms of sites dedicated to helping you sell your iPhone directly, you have quite a few options.
Glyde.com is probably your best bet in terms of sheer price. You set a price on your device and wait for someone to make the purchase. Once sold, you receive the payment in your Glyde account, which you can easily transfer to a bank account. The site even has aniPhone Upgrade Tool to help you figure out how much of a profit you can expect after upgrading.
For a charitable and environmentally friendly approach, RebootCharity.orgpays you for your iPhone, which it will then recycle. According to the website, profits are used to "fund the work of volunteers."
Surprisingly, GameStop offers a pretty good deal in terms of store credit value.Gamers can receive store credit up to $229 for a like-new iPhone 5, $319 for an iPhone 5S and $199 for an iPhone 5C. You can also trade in your device for cash, but it isn't as much as in-store credit.
When it comes to selling your iPhone directly, we recommend that you research different sites independently and think about what you'd like to get in return. Your iPhone's value is dependent on many factors, including your carrier and the device's physical condition.
If you're constantly looking to get the newest phone on the market, we recommend looking into your carrier's upgrade programs. Many programs, such as T-Mobile's JUMP, Verizon'sEdge and AT&T's Next, allow you to upgrade more frequently.
Editor's note: This post has been updated Sept. 8, 2014, to reflect current information.
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