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Sell my Apple iPhone 8

Condition guide

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

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

At inspection

Common iPhone 8 issues we check at inspection

  • Cracked or damaged screen. The glass front (Gorilla Glass) is prone to chipping and cracking from drops, especially on the corners.
  • Battery health significantly degraded. Original 1821mAh battery often shows reduced maximum capacity (<80%) after several years of use, leading to poor battery life.
  • Water damage indicators tripped. Despite IP67 rating, prolonged exposure or submersion can lead to internal corrosion or component failure, often indicated by tripped internal liquid contact indicators.
  • Home button/Touch ID malfunction. The physical Home button, which houses the Touch ID sensor, can become unresponsive or fail due to wear, debris, or damage.
  • Charging port issues. The Lightning port can accumulate lint and debris, leading to charging or connectivity problems. Internal port damage is also possible.
  • iCloud lock / Activation lock. Devices sold without the original owner's Apple ID removed are permanently locked and unusable.
Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~15%, sell before it drops more
JulSepNovJanMarMay
Jul: $13now: $11

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your iPhone 8 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 $12 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.

Find your exact model & the variants we buyShow ▾

How to identify your iPhone 8

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

  1. 1.Open Settings → General → About on the iPhone 8.
  2. 2."Model Name" confirms it's an iPhone 8; tap "Model Number" to reveal the A-number (e.g. A2849).
  3. 3."Capacity" shows your storage, pick the matching size above for an exact quote.
  4. 4.Dial *#06# to get the IMEI (you'll need it to sell).

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Storage
64GB · 256GB
Carriers
Unlocked, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon & more
Conditions
Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on
Released
2017
Launch price
$699
Model #
3D047LL/A, A1863, A1905, A1906

First, turn off Find My before you sell your iPhone 8

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. 1

    Get your quote

    Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 14 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.

Answers

Selling your iPhone 8: FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your iPhone 8.

How much is a Apple iPhone 8 worth?

A iPhone 8 in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $12 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 iPhone 8 trade-in value?

The iPhone 8 trade-in value runs up to $12 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 iPhone 8 with a cracked screen?

Yes. A iPhone 8 with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $5. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my iPhone 8 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 iPhone 8 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 iPhone 8 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 iPhone 8 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 iPhone 8 back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my iPhone 8 for?

From $5 (won't power on) to $12 (flawless, unlocked). No listing fees, no shipping costs and no haggling, the quote you lock is the cash we pay if the device matches your description.

Where can I sell my Apple iPhone 8 near me?

Anywhere in the US, no store visit needed. We email a free prepaid label, you drop the box at any carrier location, and payment goes out after inspection. Mail-in buyback beats kiosk and store walk-in offers almost every time.

Can I sell a broken iPhone 8?

Yes. Cracked glass, bad battery, even a iPhone 8 that won't turn on, we buy them all. Broken units start around $5, just pick the matching condition above for your exact offer.

Is a used iPhone 8 still worth anything in 2026?

Yes, a 9-year-old iPhone 8 in good shape still brings up to $12. Resale value keeps sliding as newer models launch, so the sooner you sell, the more of that value you keep.

Should I sell my iPhone 8 now or wait?

Sooner is almost always better. iPhone 8 prices fall every time a newer model launches or a carrier promo ends, they don't recover. The price-history chart on this page shows the trend for this exact device.

Is it safe to sell my iPhone 8 online?

Yes, when the buyer does what we do: a NIST 800-88 certified data wipe with an emailed certificate, photo evidence for any re-grade, and free return shipping if you decline. You're never locked in.

Does storage size change what my iPhone 8 is worth?

Yes, meaningfully. We price 2 storage sizes for the iPhone 8 (up to 256GB), and bigger storage always pays more. Select yours above to see the difference.

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