Sell Your iPad Air for Cash
Get an estimated cash offer for your eligible iPad Air based on its exact model, storage, Wi-Fi or Cellular, condition, accessories and current market value.
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Covers iPad Air M3, M2 and M1, and the 4th and 3rd generation.
Get an instant iPad Air quote
About 1 minuteSell your used iPad Air the simple way
See your price online, ship free, and get paid once it passes inspection.
The quote tool only shows the storage and connectivity options that exist for your model, and it checks eligibility before showing a price.
Many iPads are set up by schools or companies. Those can only be sold once the organization releases them from its device management, so we ask about that up front.
iPad Air models we buy for cash
Pick your model for storage options, value notes and a quote tool set to that model.
Sell iPad Air M3
The M3 iPad Air is the newest Air. Choose 11-inch or 13-inch, storage and connectivity for an estimate.
Sell iPad Air M3Sell iPad Air M2
The 2024 M2 iPad Air brought the first 13-inch Air. Pick your size, storage and connectivity.
Sell iPad Air M2Sell iPad Air M1
The 5th-generation iPad Air with M1 is still a popular iPad. Choose storage and connectivity for an estimate.
Sell iPad Air M1Sell iPad Air 3rd & 4th gen
The 2020 iPad Air (4th generation) and 2019 iPad Air (3rd generation) still have resale value. Pick yours to see an estimate.
Sell iPad Air 3rd & 4th genModel lookup
Which iPad Air do I have?
Open Settings > General > About. The Model Name shows the exact iPad, such as "iPad Air 11-inch (M2)". Cellular models also list an IMEI there.
| Model name in Settings | Chip | Display | Year | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPad Air 13-inch (M3) | M3 | 13-inch Liquid Retina | 2025 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air 11-inch (M3) | M3 | 11-inch Liquid Retina | 2025 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air 13-inch (M2) | M2 | 13-inch Liquid Retina | 2024 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air 11-inch (M2) | M2 | 11-inch Liquid Retina | 2024 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air (5th generation, M1) | M1 | 10.9-inch Liquid Retina | 2022 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air (4th generation, 2020) | A14 Bionic | 10.9-inch Liquid Retina | 2020 | Sell this model |
| iPad Air (3rd generation, 2019) | A12 Bionic | 10.5-inch Retina | 2019 | Sell this model |
Value
How much is my iPad Air worth?
A model name alone doesn't set the price. Two iPad Airs from the same year can be worth very different amounts.
We base offers on current resale demand for your exact configuration, then adjust for condition and anything that doesn't work.
Check my estimated valueiPad Air trade-in value: what affects your offer?
Every offer starts from these factors. Your answers in the quote tool cover each one.
Model and chip
Newer M-series models hold the most value.
Screen size
Larger iPads (12.9 and 13-inch) earn more.
Storage
More storage raises the offer.
Wi-Fi or Cellular
Cellular models earn more.
Condition
Scratches, dents and bends lower the offer gradually.
Face ID, Touch ID and buttons
If they don't work, the offer drops.
Battery
Fast-draining batteries reduce the offer.
Apple Pencil and keyboard
Compatible accessories add to your offer.
School and work iPads
Selling an iPad from a school or company?
Managed iPads can't be erased or resold until the organization releases them.
- Check for managementSettings > General > VPN & Device Management. If a profile is listed, the iPad is managed.
- Ask for releaseThe school or IT team removes it from their MDM and Apple School or Business Manager.
- Selling many?Districts and companies can send one inventory list for a bulk quote.
Wi-Fi or Cellular
Cellular iPads earn more
Cellular iPads have a SIM tray or eSIM and an IMEI in Settings > General > About.
For cellular models, we ask for the IMEI and check it for carrier blacklists and unpaid balances before sending your label. Wi-Fi-only iPads skip this step.
Wi-Fi + CellularHigher offer. IMEI required.
Wi-Fi onlyStandard offer. No IMEI needed.
Blacklisted or unpaid balanceNot eligible until the carrier clears it.
Eligibility
Is my iPad eligible?
We buy iPads that work, belong to you and can be resold. If a mandatory check fails, we don't make an offer, and the quote tool tells you why before you ship anything.
What we buy
We buy functional Apple devices in a variety of conditions, including devices with normal wear and eligible damage, as long as they remain suitable for resale.
- Used, older or unwanted iPads that power on and work
- Scratches, scuffs and minor dents
- Some display issues, if the picture is fully usable
- Repairable physical damage on a working iPad
- Single devices and business, school or office inventory
What we don't buy
We do not purchase completely non-working, blacklisted, lost or stolen, Activation Locked, counterfeit, or otherwise restricted devices that cannot be legally and reasonably resold.
- Devices that won't power on or start up
- Activation Locked, iCloud locked, or Find My still on
- Lost, stolen, blacklisted or ownership-restricted devices
- Company or school devices still under remote management
- Counterfeit devices or ones missing essential parts
- Devices damaged beyond economical resale
How we grade your iPad Air's condition
Choose the grade that matches the outside of your iPad Air. 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).
Why sell to SellYouriMac
A clear price, a simple process and real people when you need them.
Fair, market-based offers
Offers follow current resale demand for your exact configuration, not a flat price per model.
Free shipping
We send a free prepaid, trackable shipping label by email once you accept your quote.
Fast payout
We pay within 2 business days after your device passes inspection, by PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH).
Secure data wipe
We securely erase every device we receive, even if you've already erased it.
Transparent process
If anything changes after inspection, we tell you why before you're paid. If you decline a revised offer, we ship your device back at no cost to you.
Human support
Email admin@sellyourimac.com and a real person replies. Support hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm ET.
Where to sell your iPad Air: compare your options
Each option suits a different seller. Here's how they differ for a used iPad Air.
| 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.
Data security
How to wipe and prepare your iPad before you sell
Do these steps before you pack it. They protect your data and make sure your iPad passes the eligibility checks at inspection.
We securely erase every device we receive, even if you've already done it. If something's still signed in when it arrives, we'll contact you before going further.
- Back up your iPadUse iCloud Backup, or back up to a Mac or PC.
- Sign out of your Apple AccountSettings > your name > Sign Out. This turns off Find My iPad and Activation Lock.
- Release school or work managementIf a school or company set it up, ask them to remove it from their device management (MDM).
- Remove your SIM or eSIMCellular models only. Take out the SIM card, or remove the eSIM with your carrier.
- Erase itSettings > General > Transfer or Reset iPad > Erase All Content and Settings.
- Pack it securelyUse the original box if you have it, or padding on both sides of the screen in a sturdy box.
Sustainability
Give your Apple device another life
Selling a working device keeps it in use longer and reduces unnecessary electronic waste.
Reuse
Most devices we buy are cleaned, tested and resold to someone who needs one.
Refurbishment
Where a repair makes economic sense, devices are refurbished before resale.
Responsible recycling
Parts that can't be reused are recovered or recycled through e-waste recyclers.
Selling your iPad Air: what to know
Accessories
A compatible Apple Pencil or keyboard case is worth sending with the iPad. Pick it in the "What's included?" question and pack it in the same box.
Bent iPads
Thin iPads can bend if pressed or sat on. If it still works, it may still qualify. Choose the Damaged condition so your estimate is accurate.
How inspection works
When your iPad arrives, we confirm the model, storage and connectivity, check that it's signed out with Find My off and free of device management, run cellular IMEIs, and test the screen, buttons, cameras, audio, charging and battery. If something differs from your answers, we email a revised offer with the reasons. If you decline a revised offer, we ship your device back at no cost to you.
Shipping an iPad safely
Protect both sides of the screen with padding, keep accessories in the same box, and use a sturdy box with no room for the iPad to shift.
Sell my iPad Air: frequently asked questions
How much is my iPad Air worth?
It depends on the model, storage, Wi-Fi or Cellular, condition, battery and accessories. Use the quote tool for an estimate for your exact iPad Air.
Do you buy school or work iPads?
Yes, once the school or company has released the iPad from its device management (MDM) and Apple School or Business Manager. Managed iPads can't be erased or resold.
Do you buy cellular iPads?
Yes. Cellular models earn more. We ask for the IMEI and check it for blacklists and unpaid balances before sending your label.
Do Apple Pencil and keyboards add to my offer?
Yes. A compatible Apple Pencil or Magic Keyboard / Smart Keyboard Folio sent with the iPad adds to your offer.
Do you buy iPads with a cracked screen?
Yes, if touch and the picture still work. Cracks reduce the offer.
Do you buy non-working iPads?
No. We do not currently purchase completely non-working devices, including iPads that won't turn on or don't respond to touch.
Do you buy Activation Locked iPads?
No. The iPad must be signed out of its Apple Account, with Find My and Activation Lock off.
How do I get paid?
You choose PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH). We pay within 2 business days after your device passes inspection.
Locations
Sell your iPad near you, in any U.S. state
We buy by mail across all 50 states with the same prepaid shipping, inspection and payout process everywhere.
Not sure which model you have?
Check specs, configurations and model numbers before you sell.
Ready to sell your iPad Air?
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