Sell Your iPhone 16
Trading in a phone from the Camera Control generation? Select your iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max below to see an instant offer, then send it with a free prepaid label. Plug pays after inspection, and payout options vary by offer. Have a 16e? Search for it in the estimate tool.
Check its value before you erase it. Final value follows inspection.
What Plug pays for iPhone 16
iPhone 16
| Model | Up to |
|---|---|
| iPhone 16 | Up to $486 |
| iPhone 16 Pro | Up to $646 |
| iPhone 16 Plus | Up to $515 |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | Up to $781 |
“Up to” values are for the top storage option in the best condition. Prices move with the market, and your final offer follows inspection.
Get my instant offerCheck your iPhone 16 trade-in value
Search for your exact device below. Match its configuration and condition to see the available estimate. If your model is not listed, contact Plug before sending it.
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What lowers your iPhone 16 offer
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Camera Control button faults
All four iPhone 16 models have the Camera Control on the right edge, a button that also reads touch and swipe. If it is unresponsive, sticks or shows a cracked surround, that is treated as a hardware fault and lowers the offer.
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Carrier promotions and lock status
Many iPhone 16 phones came with a multi-year carrier deal. A phone that is still carrier-locked is priced differently from an unlocked one, so ask your carrier whether yours is unlocked before you pick an option.
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Pro and Pro Max screen wear
The 16 Pro and Pro Max have larger 6.3 and 6.9 inch displays with thin bezels. Scratches, edge chips and fine cracks near the corners show up in inspection, and a case that lifted at the edge is the usual cause.
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Light wear still counts
A 16 is young, so a battery reading well under 90% or many recorded charge cycles stands out. Scuffed edges and back-glass scratches move the phone between Excellent, Great and Good.
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Storage tier
The 16 and 16 Plus start at 128GB, the 16 Pro at 128GB and the 16 Pro Max at 256GB, with the Pros reaching 1TB. Read the real capacity in Settings, General, About, since the larger tiers carry the higher offers.
Plug cannot take an iPhone 16 that is lost or stolen, locked with iCloud or Find My, or managed by a company or school.
Where is the best place to sell an iPhone 16?
Since the 16 is current enough that people still want it, a private sale can draw buyers, but it comes with scams and meetups. Plug prices your exact 16, Plus, Pro or Pro Max in the estimate, sends a free prepaid label and pays after inspection, which keeps it to a few steps.
Who pays the most for an iPhone 16 Pro?
It varies with the buyer and the promotion of the moment. Carriers often pay in monthly bill credits tied to a new plan, and Apple pays in credit toward Apple purchases. A buyback like Plug does not require a purchase. Compare the total for your 16 Pro's storage and condition before choosing.
How much is my iPhone 16 worth?
The price table above lists the up-to value for the 16, 16 Pro, 16 Plus and 16 Pro Max, leading with the ones people search for most. Storage, carrier and condition set your own number, so start an estimate and answer the questions. The offer is confirmed after inspection.
Can I sell a broken or locked iPhone 16?
A phone with a cracked screen, cracked back glass or a dead Camera Control can be estimated by picking the condition that fits. Carrier-locked phones are listed by carrier. Phones locked with iCloud or Find My, managed by a company or school, or reported lost or stolen cannot be taken.
More questions about selling your iPhone 16
Can I sell an iPhone 16e?
The 16e is not in the price table on this page. Search for it in the estimate tool to see whether it has an offer, and if it does not appear, contact Plug before sending it.
How do I check the Camera Control before I sell my iPhone 16?
Open the Camera app, press the Camera Control once to launch it, then press lightly and swipe to check that zoom responds. Note anything sticky in the estimate. A clean button helps keep the phone in a better condition.
Is it worth upgrading from an iPhone 16 to an iPhone 17?
The 17 has a higher-refresh screen on the base model and a bigger storage start, but a healthy 16 is still current. Look at your offer first. If the difference to a Certified Pre-Owned iPhone 17 is small, the trade-up card below shows where to start.
How do I get paid for my iPhone 16?
Once Plug has the phone and finishes inspecting it, a payout selection link is sent. Store credit is one choice, and the others depend on your offer.
How to sell your device
Start with an estimate. Prepare your device only when you are ready to send it in.
Find your device
Find your exact model in the tool above and match its configuration before answering the condition questions.
Check its condition
Answer the device questions accurately to see your estimated trade-in value.
Submit and ship
Review your offer and payout options. Follow the shipping instructions and use the prepaid label provided for your mail-in offer.
Inspection and payment
We inspect your device after it arrives. Payment follows inspection; your online estimate is not a completed payout.
Before you ship your device
Prepare your device after reviewing your offer and shipping instructions. You do not need to erase it to check its value.
Back up your data
Save your photos, messages and other data, and transfer what you need to your next device before erasing this one.
Remove Find My and your accounts
Unpair any accessories, sign out of your Apple Account and remove Activation Lock. Resolve any device-management restrictions before shipping.
Erase and remove your SIM
After your backup and account removal, erase all content and settings. Transfer your mobile service before removing an eSIM, and take out any physical SIM card.
Pack and label securely
Follow your offer’s packing instructions. Use a sturdy box and cushioning, attach the provided shipping label and keep your drop-off receipt.
