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Sell my Apple AirPods (4th gen)

Condition guide

How we grade every device that comes in, in plain English.

Condition	What it means
Flawless	No scratches or scuffs anywhere. Screen and body look like new. Fully working, no cracks.
Good	Light, minor scratches or scuffs from normal use, none deep. No cracks or dents. Fully working.
Fair	Heavier scratches, scuffs, or a small dent, but no cracks in the glass or screen. Fully working.
Cracked screen	Cracked or chipped screen or back glass, but it still powers on and the touchscreen works.
Broken	Powers on but has a fault, a bad display, or a part not working (camera, buttons, Face ID).
Won't power on	Won't turn on or hold a charge. We still buy it for parts.

At inspection

Common AirPods (4th gen) issues we check at inspection

Reduced battery life/capacity. After extended use, the battery capacity significantly degrades, leading to shorter listening times.
One earbud not charging or connecting. Individual earbuds may fail to charge in the case or lose Bluetooth connection intermittently.
Charging case connection issues. The charging case may not reliably charge the earbuds or itself, or the charging port on the case may be damaged.
Cosmetic wear and tear. Scratches, scuffs, and discoloration on the earbuds and charging case due to normal use.
Microphone or speaker distortion/failure. Poor audio quality during calls or playback due to damaged internal components.
Bluetooth connectivity problems. Difficulty pairing with devices, frequent disconnections, or audio dropouts.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~14%, sell before it drops more

Jul: $35now: $30

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your AirPods (4th gen) offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.

BuyBackBear

up to $30 cash

Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2

Carrier trade-in

Bill credit

Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
Leave early and the remaining credit disappears

Reference

Model numbers and every configuration we price, one tap away. The quote above already covers the exact variant you pick.

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How to identify your AirPods (4th gen)

Make sure you're quoting the exact model and variant, it's what locks your price.

1.Settings → tap your AirPods → check the Model Number.
2.The model and serial are also printed inside the charging-case lid.

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Conditions: Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on
Released: 2024
Launch price: $129
Model #: A3058, A3059, MXP63LL/A, MXP93LL/A

First, turn off Find My before you sell your AirPods (4th gen)

A device still signed into iCloud is Activation Locked and worth almost nothing to any buyer. The walkthrough covers the exact taps, the iCloud route if you no longer have it to hand, and the clean erase.

Prefer to read? Full transcript and takeaways →

Four steps

How it works

Four steps, no surprises. Decline any revised offer for free, we even pay the return shipping.

1
Get your quote
Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 14 days.
2
Ship it free
We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.
3
We inspect & wipe
We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.
4
Get paid fast
Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Answers

Selling your AirPods (4th gen): FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your AirPods (4th gen).

How much is a Apple AirPods (4th gen) worth?

A AirPods (4th gen) in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $30 right now with BuyBackBear. Exact value depends on storage, carrier and condition, get your instant quote above. Your quote is locked for 14 days.

What is the AirPods (4th gen) trade-in value?

The AirPods (4th gen) trade-in value runs up to $30 for a flawless, unlocked unit and scales down with storage, carrier lock and condition. We re-price daily against the market, so the number in your quote is current, and we'll beat any competitor's written quote by $2.

Can I sell a AirPods (4th gen) with a cracked screen?

Yes. A AirPods (4th gen) with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $13. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my AirPods (4th gen) for cash?

Right here, get an instant quote above, ship it free with a prepaid label, and we pay cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check quickly after we inspect it. No stores, no haggling, and free return shipping if you decide not to sell.

Do I get more selling my AirPods (4th gen) here than trading it in with my carrier?

Almost always. Carriers pay "up to" headline amounts as bill credits spread over 24 to 36 months, and only if you buy a new phone and stay on their plan. BuyBackBear pays cash after inspection, no strings.

How do I wipe my AirPods (4th gen) before selling it?

Back up, then Settings → [your name] → Sign Out (this turns off Find My / Activation Lock), remove your SIM, and Erase All Content and Settings. We also wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my AirPods (4th gen) is worth less after inspection?

If our inspection changes your quote, we send photo evidence and give you 14 days to accept or decline. Decline and we ship your AirPods (4th gen) back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my AirPods (4th gen) for?

Up to $30 in cash, and even broken units fetch $5 or more. Unlike marketplaces there are no fees, so the quote is what actually lands in your account.

Where can I sell my Apple AirPods (4th gen) near me?

From your couch. Free prepaid shipping from all 50 states, a certified data wipe, and cash after inspection, which nearly always beats what a local kiosk or repair shop pays over the counter.

Can I sell a broken AirPods (4th gen)?

Absolutely, we buy broken, cracked and water-damaged units. A AirPods (4th gen) that won't power on is still worth around $5, and lighter damage is worth much more. Select your condition above.

Is a used AirPods (4th gen) still worth anything in 2026?

Yes, a 2-year-old AirPods (4th gen) in good shape still brings up to $30. Resale value keeps sliding as newer models launch, so the sooner you sell, the more of that value you keep.

Should I sell my AirPods (4th gen) now or wait?

Now. Used AirPods (4th gen) values only move one direction, down, and the drops cluster around new-model launches. Lock a quote today and you're protected while you decide.

Is it safe to sell my AirPods (4th gen) online?

With BuyBackBear it is. Every AirPods (4th gen) gets a certified NIST 800-88 wipe (you get the certificate by email), any quote change comes with photos, and returns ship free if you decline.

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