How much is my phone worth? Everything you need to know.
What your old phone is worth depends on three things: the model, the storage size, and the honest condition it is in. At Phones.co.uk we give you a guaranteed valuation up front – the price you see is the price you get, locked for 14 days, with payment sent the same day your phone passes its check. No misleading “up to” offers that shrink once your phone arrives.
Current trade-in values (October 2026).
These are our top payouts for popular handsets in excellent condition at the highest capacity we accept. Your exact quote depends on storage and condition – get your guaranteed valuation in under a minute.
- iPhone 17 Pro Max: up to £700
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: up to £520
- iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to £420
- iPhone 14 Pro Max: up to £300
- iPhone 15: up to £280
- iPhone 14: up to £200
- iPhone 13: up to £150
- iPhone 12: up to £95
- iPhone 11: up to £62
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: up to £430
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: up to £460
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: up to £390
- Samsung Galaxy S23: up to £140
- Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: up to £450
- Google Pixel 9 Pro: up to £300
- Google Pixel 8: up to £145
What decides your phone’s value.
Model and age: phones typically lose value fastest in their first two years, then level off. A two-generation-old flagship like the iPhone 15 Pro Max still commands a strong price.
Storage: higher-capacity models are worth more – often £20–£60 between the smallest and largest versions.
Condition: we use three honest grades. A phone that works perfectly with light wear earns close to the top price; cracked screens and faults reduce it. Be accurate when you choose – our quote is guaranteed when the condition matches.
Why a guaranteed quote beats an “up to” offer.
Many recyclers advertise a headline “up to” figure, then revise it down after your phone arrives – when sending it back feels like too much hassle. We do the opposite: choose your condition honestly on our transparent scale and we guarantee the quoted amount, hold it for 14 days while you get round to posting (free Royal Mail collection), and pay you the same day it passes checks.
How to trade in your phone.
Tell us the make and model, choose the condition, and accept your guaranteed quote – then post the phone free of charge. That’s it. Start your trade-in now.
FAQs about trading in.
- Do I need the original box and cable?
- No – your valuation is based on the handset itself. Remember to remove your SIM and sign out of iCloud or your Google account before posting.
- How long does my quote last?
- 14 days, locked. The price cannot drop in that time.
- When do I get paid?
- The same day your phone is checked and the condition is confirmed.
- What if my phone is faulty?
- Many faulty phones still have value – select the faulty condition when you get your quote and we will give you an honest figure.
Ready to upgrade with the proceeds? Put your payout towards a refurbished phone – graded, tested and backed by a 12-month warranty – or compare pay monthly deals across all major UK networks.