How to trade in your Amazon device and score a big discount on a new one
How to trade in an Amazon device
To trade in an existing device, start by going to the trade-in page on Amazon's website. There, you'll see a list of devices you can trade in, including phones, e-readers, tablets, smart speakers, and more. Under the device you want to trade in, click " Start Trade-in."
From there, you can enter a device name and model or choose from previous purchases if your device was purchased through the same Amazon account. Once your device is chosen, you can see its trade-in value. For example, trading in my old Kindle from 2013 will get me $5 back, plus 20% off a new Kindle. Another editor who tried it with her 2022 Kindle was offered $30 in addition to the 20% off credit.
Once you accept your trade-in offer, you'll receive your trade-in value as an Amazon e-gift card and your trade-in rebate, which you can use to purchase a new device. You'll have 45 days from when you start the trade-in to ship your old device back to Amazon.
When is the best time to trade in your Amazon device?
Since Amazon only allows you to trade in one device per calendar quarter, you'll want to time it strategically. Big deal days like Prime Day and Black Friday are some of the best times for a trade-in, since you're able to stack the trade-in discounts on a hefty deal. With some devices marked down by 50% during these big sale days, you'll be hard-pressed to find a better price.
Amazon devices we recommend
If you aren't sure which new device to use your credit for, check out some of our favorite Amazon devices:
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2024) $159.99
Amazon's latest Kindle Paperwhite offers even faster performance than its predecessors in the same thin, waterproof form readers love. It's the e-reader we'd advise for most people as the flush screen design makes it feel more premium than the cheaper model, and the larger screen looks much nicer.
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Trade-in FAQs
Do I need to be a Prime member to trade in a device?
No. Anyone with an existing Amazon device is eligible for the trade-in promotion. However, if you want to stack the trade-in rebate with a big deal during a Prime-exclusive event like Amazon Prime Day, you'll need a membership. We think a membership is worth it for most people; read more about Amazon Prime benefits.
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