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Sell my Samsung Galaxy S9

Trade-in value up to $31 (256GB · flawless · unlocked) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe

Estimated market value · we refine it daily from live competitor offers

your Samsung Galaxy S9 is worth real money today. Phones lose value fast once the next model lands, so selling your Galaxy S9 sooner puts more cash in your pocket. BuyBackBear gives you a transparent quote in seconds, pays more than carrier bill-credit deals, wipes your data to NIST 800-88 standards with a free certificate, and pays you quickly after we inspect it. Lock today's price below.

What's my Galaxy S9 worth? A Galaxy S9 in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $31 with BuyBackBear today. Offers range from $5 for a broken unit up to $31 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it.

Model numbers (printed on the back): G960, G9600, G960F, G960F/DS, G960N, G960O, G960U, G960U1, G960W, SCV38, SM-G960, SM-G9600, check yours so we quote the exact variant.

Galaxy S9: key trade-in facts

Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
$31
Broken / won't power on
from $5
Storage sizes priced
64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Payment
PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
Shipping
Free prepaid label, both ways
Quote lock
14 days
Data
NIST 800-88 certified wipe

Prices refresh daily. Machine-readable: live price JSON.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~16%, sell before it drops more
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Jul: $32now: $27
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Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your Galaxy S9 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 $31 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
ConditionWhat it means
FlawlessLike new, no scratches, fully functional, no screen marks.
GoodLight wear, minor scratches. Screen and body intact, fully working.
FairVisible scratches or scuffs but no cracks. Fully functional.
Cracked screenCracked glass or display but the device still powers on and works.
BrokenMajor damage, cracked back, bad screen, or faults. Still powers on.
Won't power onDead or won't boot, sold for parts.

About the Galaxy S9

The Samsung Galaxy S9, released in 2018, was a flagship device that continued Samsung's legacy of premium smartphones. It featured a stunning 5.8-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks in a compact form factor. Its standout feature was the innovative variable aperture camera, capable of switching between f/1.5 and f/2.4 to adapt to different lighting conditions, delivering impressive photos even in low light. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor in the US, the Galaxy S9 provided robust performance for everyday tasks and gaming. It also boasted IP68 water and dust resistance, stereo speakers tuned by AKG, and convenient features like wireless charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack, making it a well-rounded and highly desirable device at its launch.

  • ✓5.8-inch Super AMOLED Infinity Display
  • ✓Variable Aperture Camera (f/1.5-2.4)
  • ✓IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
  • ✓Stereo Speakers tuned by AKG
  • ✓Wireless Charging
  • ✓3.5mm Headphone Jack
  • ✓Iris Scanner and Face Recognition
  • ✓Expandable Storage via microSD

Galaxy S9 specifications

Display
5.8 in
Panel
Super AMOLED
Resolution
2960 x 1440
Refresh rate
60Hz
Chip
Octa Core
RAM
4 GB
OS at launch
Android
Main camera
12.0 MP
Front camera
8 MP, f/1.7
Battery
3000
Charging
15W wired fast charging (Quick Charge 2.0)
Dimensions
147.7 x 68.7 x 8.5 mm
Weight
163.0
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water resistance
IP68
Port
USB Type-C 3.1
Unlock
Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, Iris scanner, Face recognition
Storage
64GB, 128GB, 256GB

How to identify your Galaxy S9

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

  1. 1.Open Settings → About phone on the Galaxy S9.
  2. 2."Model number" (e.g. SM-S921U) confirms the exact variant.
  3. 3.Check "Storage" for the capacity, then pick the matching size above.
  4. 4.Dial *#06# to get the IMEI.

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Storage
64GB · 128GB · 256GB
Carriers
Unlocked, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon & more
Conditions
Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on
Model #
G960, G9600, G960F, G960F/DS

First, remove your Google account from your Galaxy S9

Reset an Android phone before removing the account and Factory Reset Protection locks the next owner out, which drops the resale value to almost nothing. Watch the order that works before you wipe anything.

Prefer to read? Full transcript and takeaways →

How it works

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

  1. 1

    Get your quote

    Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 30 days.

  2. 2

    Ship it free

    We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.

  3. 3

    We inspect & wipe

    We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.

  4. 4

    Get paid fast

    Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Selling your Galaxy S9: FAQs

How much is a Samsung Galaxy S9 worth?+

A Galaxy S9 in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $31 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 Galaxy S9 trade-in value?+

The Galaxy S9 trade-in value runs up to $31 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 Galaxy S9 with a cracked screen?+

Yes. A Galaxy S9 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 Galaxy S9 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 Galaxy S9 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 Galaxy S9 before selling it?+

Back up, remove your Google and manufacturer accounts (to clear the factory-reset lock), remove your SIM/SD card, then factory reset. We wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my Galaxy S9 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 Galaxy S9 back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

Where can i sell my samsung galaxy s9?+

You can sell it to BuyBackBear in about 30 seconds: quote above, free prepaid shipping, cash after inspection. We beat any competitor's written quote by $2.

How much can i sell my samsung s9 for?+

Between $5 and $31 depending on condition, storage and carrier. Pick your options above for the exact figure, it takes about 30 seconds.

How much can i sell my samsung galaxy s9 for?+

Between $5 and $31 depending on condition, storage and carrier. Pick your options above for the exact figure, it takes about 30 seconds.

Where can i sell my galaxy s9 near me?+

Skip the drive. We send a free prepaid label, you mail the Galaxy S9 in, and we pay after inspection. Local kiosks and stores typically pay well below online buyback offers.

How much can I sell my Galaxy S9 for?+

Up to $31 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 Samsung Galaxy S9 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 Galaxy S9?+

Absolutely, we buy broken, cracked and water-damaged units. A Galaxy S9 that won't power on is still worth around $5, and lighter damage is worth much more. Select your condition above.

Should I sell my Galaxy S9 now or wait?+

Now. Used Galaxy S9 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.

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