Sell my Apple iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation

Trade-in value up to $74 (256GB · Wi-Fi + Cellular · flawless) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe

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

your Apple iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation is worth real money today. A working iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation has strong second-hand demand, far more than it earns sitting in a drawer. 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation worth? A iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $74 with BuyBackBear today. Offers range from $9 for a broken unit up to $74 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it.

iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation: key trade-in facts

Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
$74
Broken / won't power on
from $9
Storage sizes priced
32GB, 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 ~15%, sell before it drops more
JulSepNovJanMarMay
Jul: $67now: $57
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Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 $74 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation

The first generation of Apple's larger iPad Pro, featuring a 12.9-inch Retina display, Apple Pencil (1st Gen) and Smart Keyboard support, powered by the A9X chip.

  • Large 12.9-inch Retina display
  • Apple Pencil (1st Gen) support
  • Smart Keyboard support
  • Touch ID

iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation specifications

Display
12.9 inches
Panel
IPS LCD
Resolution
2732 x 2048 pixels
Refresh rate
60Hz
Chip
Apple A9X
RAM
4GB
OS at launch
iOS 9
Main camera
8MP
Front camera
1.2MP
Battery
10307
Charging
12W
Dimensions
305.7 x 220.6 x 6.9 mm
Weight
713.0
Build
Aluminum body, glass front
Port
Lightning
Unlock
Touch ID (fingerprint)
Storage
32GB, 128GB, 256GB

Common iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation issues we check at inspection

  • Performance degradation over time. As an older device, performance may slow down with newer iOS updates and demanding applications.

How to identify your iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation

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

  1. 1.Settings → General → About, check Model Name, Model Number and Capacity.
  2. 2.The A-number (e.g. A2696) is also printed on the back of the iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation.
  3. 3.Pick the matching storage above; dial *#06# for the IMEI if it's a cellular model.

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Storage
32GB · 128GB · 256GB
Conditions
Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on

First, turn off Find My before you sell your iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation

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 →

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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation: FAQs

How much is a Apple iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation worth?+

A iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $74 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation trade-in value?+

The iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation trade-in value runs up to $74 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation with a cracked screen?+

Yes. A iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $24. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation for?+

Up to $74 in cash, and even broken units fetch $9 or more. Unlike marketplaces there are no fees, so the quote is what actually lands in your account.

Where can I sell my Apple iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation?+

Absolutely, we buy broken, cracked and water-damaged units. A iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation that won't power on is still worth around $9, and lighter damage is worth much more. Select your condition above.

Should I sell my iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation now or wait?+

Now. Used iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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 iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation online?+

With BuyBackBear it is. Every iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation 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.

Does storage size change what my iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation is worth?+

Yes, meaningfully. We price 3 storage sizes for the iPad Pro 12.9″ 1st Generation (up to 256GB), and bigger storage always pays more. Select yours above to see the difference.