Instant trade-in quote
Sell my Apple iPhone SE (2022)
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 SE (2022) issues we check at inspection
- Screen scratches or cracks. The glass front and back are susceptible to scratches and cracks from drops or everyday use. Sellers often list 'cracked screen' or 'scratched display'.
- Battery health below 80%. As a 2022 device, many units will have experienced significant battery degradation, with maximum capacity falling below the optimal 80% threshold.
- Cosmetic damage to aluminum frame. The aluminum frame can show dents, scuffs, and scratches, especially around the edges, due to drops or pocket wear.
- Face ID / Touch ID malfunctions. While the SE (2022) uses Touch ID (fingerprint sensor), issues with the sensor's responsiveness or failure to register can occur.
- Charging port issues. Lint or debris accumulation in the Lightning port, or wear and tear, can lead to intermittent charging or failure to charge.
- Speaker or microphone defects. Issues with earpiece speaker clarity, loudness, or microphone not picking up sound during calls or recordings.
Real cash vs a carrier trade-in
Your iPhone SE (2022) 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.
- Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
- We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2
- 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