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Sell my Apple AirPods (3rd gen)

Trade-in value up to $12 · paid the same day · free certified data wipe

Sell or trade in your Apple AirPods (3rd gen) with BuyBackBear and get a fair, transparent quote in seconds. Released in 2021 at $169, the AirPods (3rd gen) still holds real resale value. We pay more than the carriers' bill-credit deals, wipe your data to NIST 800-88 standards with a free certificate, and pay you the same day we inspect your airpod. Lock in today's price below.

Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~14% — sell before it drops more
JulSepNovJanMarMay
Jul: $14now: $12

What you'd get for a AirPods (3rd gen) elsewhere

Illustrative best-condition comparison. Carrier "offers" are bill credits over 24–36 months, not cash.

  • BuyBackBear$12
  • Gazelle$11
  • ItsWorthMore$11
  • ecoATM$8
  • Carrier credit$9
ConditionWhat it meansUnlocked offer
FlawlessLike new — no scratches, fully functional, no screen marks.$12
GoodLight wear, minor scratches. Screen and body intact, fully working.$10
FairVisible scratches or scuffs but no cracks. Fully functional.$7
Cracked screenCracked glass or display but the device still powers on and works.$5
BrokenMajor damage — cracked back, bad screen, or faults. Still powers on.$5
Won't power onDead or won't boot — sold for parts.$5

How it works

Four steps, no surprises. Decline any revised offer for free — we even pay the return shipping.

  1. 1

    Get your quote

    Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 21 days.

  2. 2

    Ship it free

    We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.

  3. 3

    We inspect & wipe

    We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.

  4. 4

    Get paid same day

    Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Selling your AirPods (3rd gen): FAQs

How much is a Apple AirPods (3rd gen) worth?+

A AirPods (3rd gen) in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $12 right now with BuyBackBear. Exact value depends on storage, carrier and condition — get your instant quote above. Prices are locked for 21 days.

Can I sell a AirPods (3rd gen) with a cracked screen?+

Yes. A AirPods (3rd gen) with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $5. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer — we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Do I get more selling my AirPods (3rd gen) here than trading it in with my carrier?+

Almost always. Carriers pay "up to" headline amounts as bill credits spread over 24–36 months, and only if you buy a new phone and stay on their plan. BuyBackBear pays cash within a day of inspection — no strings.

How do I wipe my AirPods (3rd gen) before selling it?+

Back up, then Settings → [your name] → Sign Out (this turns off Find My / Activation Lock), remove your SIM, and Erase All Content and Settings. We also wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my AirPods (3rd gen) is worth less after inspection?+

If our inspection changes your quote, we send photo evidence and give you 14 days to accept or decline. Decline and we ship your AirPods (3rd gen) back free — we never silently accept a lower offer for you.