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Sell my Apple AirPods Max

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 Max issues we check at inspection

Right ear cup not producing sound. Intermittent or complete failure of audio output in the right ear cup, often related to internal wiring or driver failure.
Digital Crown unresponsive or sticky. The Digital Crown, used for volume and playback control, can become unresponsive, sticky, or register incorrect inputs.
Battery degradation. After 2-3 years of use, battery life significantly decreases, requiring more frequent charging.
Bluetooth connectivity issues. Difficulty pairing, frequent disconnections, or audio dropouts.
Cosmetic wear on earcups and frame. Anodized aluminum earcups are prone to scratches and scuffs, and the stainless steel frame can show fingerprints and minor dents.
Mesh headband material wear. The mesh material of the headband can show signs of stretching, pilling, or discoloration with prolonged use.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~16%, sell before it drops more

Jul: $32now: $27

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your AirPods Max 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 $27 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 Max

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: 2020
Launch price: $549
Model #: A2096, A3184

First, turn off Find My before you sell your AirPods Max

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 Max: FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your AirPods Max.

How much is a Apple AirPods Max worth?

A AirPods Max in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $27 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 Max trade-in value?

The AirPods Max trade-in value runs up to $27 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 Max with a cracked screen?

Yes. A AirPods Max with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $11. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my AirPods Max 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 Max 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 Max 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 Max 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 Max back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my AirPods Max for?

Up to $27 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 Max 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 Max?

Absolutely, we buy broken, cracked and water-damaged units. A AirPods Max 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 Max still worth anything in 2026?

Yes, a 6-year-old AirPods Max in good shape still brings up to $27. 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 Max now or wait?

Now. Used AirPods Max 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 Max online?

With BuyBackBear it is. Every AirPods Max 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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