Sell iPad (8th & 9th generation) for Cash
The 9th and 8th-generation iPads are common in homes and schools. Offers are modest, and the quote tool tells you straight away what yours is worth.
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- 2Ship it free
- 3Get paid fast
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The quote tool is set to iPad 8th & 9th gen models. Pick your exact configuration to see your estimate.
Get an instant iPad 8th & 9th gen quote
About 1 minuteAbout the iPad 8th & 9th gen
The iPad (9th generation, 2021) has an A13 chip, a 10.2-inch display, a Home button with Touch ID and a Lightning port, in 64GB or 256GB.
The iPad (8th generation, 2020) has an A12 chip and came in 32GB or 128GB. It earns less than the 9th generation.
iPad 8th & 9th gen configurations we buy
These are the configurations the quote tool accepts for each model, so you can only choose options that exist.
iPad (9th generation)
10.2-inch Retina · Full iPad (9th generation) specs
| Chip / processor | Storage | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|
| A13 Bionic chip | 64GB256GB | Wi-FiWi-Fi + Cellular |
iPad (8th generation)
10.2-inch Retina · Full iPad (8th generation) specs
| Chip / processor | Storage | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|
| A12 Bionic chip | 32GB128GB | Wi-FiWi-Fi + Cellular |
Identify it
How to tell which iPad 8th & 9th gen you have
- Settings > General > About shows the exact Model Name, for example "iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)".
- The same screen shows Capacity (storage). Cellular models also list an IMEI.
- The model number on the back of the case can confirm older models.
iPad 8th & 9th gen trade-in value: what affects your offer?
Price follows current resale demand, then your answers adjust it.
Generation
The 9th generation earns more than the 8th.
Storage
Larger storage earns a little more.
Screen
Cracks can push these models below our minimum.
Home button
A working Home button and Touch ID keep the full offer.
Battery
Battery wear is common.
Is my iPad 8th & 9th gen eligible?
It needs to power on, have a working touchscreen, be signed out of its Apple Account with Find My off, be released from any school or company management, and be legally yours.
Scratches, cracked screens, worn batteries and dents can still qualify at a lower offer. Non-working, locked, managed, blacklisted, liquid-damaged or swollen-battery iPads can't get an instant quote. Full eligibility rules.
Accessories that affect your offer
- Compatible Apple Pencil
- Magic Keyboard or Smart Keyboard Folio
- Charger and cable
- Original box
Before you sell
- Sign out of your Apple Account and turn off Find My iPad.
- If a school or company set it up, ask them to release it from their device management.
- Erase all content and settings, and remove any SIM card.
How we grade your iPad 8th & 9th gen's condition
Choose the grade that matches the outside of your iPad 8th & 9th gen. Working problems are asked separately, so you're never marked down twice for the same thing.
No scratches or scuffs on the screen or case.
Light scratches you only notice up close. No cracks or dents.
Visible scratches, scuffs or small dents on the case.
Deep scratches, heavy scuffs or dents. Still fully working.
Bent case or heavy dents. Still powers on and works.
Won't power on, no usable picture, locked, liquid damaged. These can't get an instant quote.
How it works
How to sell your iPad in 3 easy steps
No account, no meetups and no listing fees.
- 01
Get your quote
Tell us what you're selling. Answer a few questions about the model, configuration and condition to see your estimated offer.
- 02
Ship for free
We send a free prepaid, trackable shipping label by email. Prepare your iPad, pack it well and drop it off.
- 03
Get paid
We inspect it within 2 business days of delivery and pay you by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH).
Where to sell your iPad 8th & 9th gen: compare your options
Each option suits a different seller. Here's how they differ for a used iPad 8th & 9th gen.
| Feature | SellYouriMac | Apple Trade In | Marketplace (eBay, Facebook) | Other buyback services |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How you're paid | Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH) | Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases | Cash from the buyer, once it sells | Varies by service |
| Shipping | Free prepaid label | Free mail-in, or in store | You pack, ship and usually pay | Varies |
| Fees | None | None | Marketplace and payment fees usually apply | Varies |
| Seller effort | A few minutes online | Low | Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups | Low to medium |
| Data wiping | We erase every device on arrival | Handled in Apple's process | Your responsibility | Varies |
| If the condition differs | Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline | Revised value at Apple's discretion | Buyer disputes and return requests | Varies |
| Bulk selling | Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices | Check Apple's business options | Slow for many devices | Varies |
SellYouriMac
- How you're paid
- Cash by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH)
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- A few minutes online
- Data wiping
- We erase every device on arrival
- If the condition differs
- Revised offer with reasons; free return if you decline
- Bulk selling
- Dedicated bulk quotes for 5+ devices
Apple Trade In
- How you're paid
- Usually trade-in credit or a gift card toward Apple purchases
- Shipping
- Free mail-in, or in store
- Fees
- None
- Seller effort
- Low
- Data wiping
- Handled in Apple's process
- If the condition differs
- Revised value at Apple's discretion
- Bulk selling
- Check Apple's business options
Marketplace (eBay, Facebook)
- How you're paid
- Cash from the buyer, once it sells
- Shipping
- You pack, ship and usually pay
- Fees
- Marketplace and payment fees usually apply
- Seller effort
- Photos, listing, buyer messages, meetups
- Data wiping
- Your responsibility
- If the condition differs
- Buyer disputes and return requests
- Bulk selling
- Slow for many devices
Other buyback services
- How you're paid
- Varies by service
- Shipping
- Varies
- Fees
- Varies
- Seller effort
- Low to medium
- Data wiping
- Varies
- If the condition differs
- Varies
- Bulk selling
- Varies
General comparison based on how these options typically work. Terms change, so check each provider's current policies. We don't publish competitor prices.
Selling your iPad 8th & 9th gen: FAQs
How much is a 9th-generation iPad worth?
Offers are modest. Use the quote tool for an estimate.
Do you buy school iPad fleets?
Yes, through a bulk quote, once every iPad is released from device management.
What if my iPad is below the minimum?
The quote tool tells you before you ship anything.
Do you buy iPads older than the 8th generation?
Not through the instant quote.
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