Apple Will Now Take Your Galaxy Z Fold or Flip as a Trade-In: Here's What It's Worth
Apple just added six Samsung foldables to its U.S. trade-in program, with up to $410 for a Galaxy Z Fold7. Here are the new values, what changed for iPhones and Pixels, and whether it's actually a good deal.
Quick summary: Apple is officially courting Samsung foldable owners. As of today, Apple’s U.S. trade-in program lists six Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip models, with the Galaxy Z Fold7 getting the top offer at up to $410, MacRumors and 9to5Mac report. The timing is no accident, with the iPhone Duo out and Apple clearly hoping Fold and Flip fans will make the jump.
Key takeaways
- Six Samsung foldables were added: Galaxy Z Fold7, Fold6, Fold5, Z Flip7, Flip6 and Flip5.
- Top offer: up to $410 for a Galaxy Z Fold7. The lowest is $125 for a Galaxy Z Flip5.
- The newest foldables aren’t on the list. No Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Flip 8 values were listed.
- Pixels got cut. Most listed Pixel models dropped, with the Pixel 9 down $20.
- These are “up to” numbers. Apple says actual offers depend on condition, year and configuration.
The new Samsung foldable trade-in values
| Phone | Apple trade-in (up to) |
|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold7 | $410 |
| Galaxy Z Fold6 | $335 |
| Galaxy Z Fold5 | $270 |
| Galaxy Z Flip7 | $215 |
| Galaxy Z Flip6 | $185 |
| Galaxy Z Flip5 | $125 |
Apple’s Android list already included the Galaxy S22 and S21 series, and those values stayed the same, per 9to5Mac.
What changed for iPhones and Pixels
Apple also shuffled its iPhone numbers. A few highlights from MacRumors’ list:
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: $855 (was $885)
- iPhone 17 Pro: $740 (was $785), the biggest cut
- iPhone Air and iPhone 17: $615 each (both up $30)
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: $590 (was $610)
On the Pixel side, the Pixel 9 Pro XL drops to $280, the Pixel 9 Pro to $265, the Pixel 9 to $180, the Pixel 8 Pro to $135 and the Pixel 8 to $100. The Pixel 7 is the lone gainer, up $5 to $70.
Mac and iPad values didn’t change. MacRumors also notes Apple added more detailed condition grading back in September, which helps devices with minor cosmetic wear get better offers than they used to.
How Apple Trade In works
You can put the credit toward a new purchase or take an Apple Gift Card, and devices with no trade-in value can be recycled for free. Apple checks the condition after it gets your phone, so a foldable with a worn screen protector, a bad crease or hinge issues may come in under the “up to” number.
My take
I love that Apple is acknowledging Samsung foldables exist, and it makes the switch to an iPhone Duo a lot easier logistically. But I wouldn’t take these numbers without shopping around. MacRumors readers were quick to point out that Apple’s values are low compared to selling the phone yourself or using Samsung’s own trade-in offers, and I agree you should check those first.
If you’re a Fold or Flip owner who’s curious about the Duo, you can see it at Best Buy. And if you’re staying team Samsung, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at Best Buy is the upgrade. For a regular iPhone, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is at Best Buy too (that listing is the AT&T version).
Sources
Subscribe to GregglesTV for daily tech news, reviews and walkthroughs.
See today’s GregglesTV Best Tech Deals or browse all deals posts.
Comments
Comments are moderated. Hate, slurs, spam and scam posts are blocked. Don’t include personal info you wouldn’t want public. See the privacy policy.
Loading comments…