Instant trade-in quote
Sell my Apple iPhone 13 Pro 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 iPhone 13 Pro Max issues we check at inspection
- Screen burn-in on OLED display. Ghost images from status bar, navigation buttons, or keyboard visible on OLED panels after extended use. The ProMotion display can exacerbate this if static elements are displayed for long periods.
- Battery degradation below 80% health. Original battery showing <80% maximum capacity after 2+ years of use. This is typical for high-end phones with large batteries that are frequently charged.
- Cosmetic damage to stainless steel frame. Scratches, dings, and scuffs on the polished stainless steel frame, which is prone to showing wear more readily than aluminum.
- Cracked or chipped Ceramic Shield front glass. While durable, drops can still cause chips or cracks, especially on the edges of the screen.
- Face ID malfunctions. Issues with the TrueDepth camera system leading to Face ID failures. Often related to hardware damage or software glitches.
- Water damage indicators triggered. Despite IP68 rating, liquid contact can cause internal corrosion. Indicators are usually internal but can be mentioned by sellers if known.
Jul: $367now: $311
Real cash vs a carrier trade-in
Your iPhone 13 Pro 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 $383 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