Sell your MacBook
Ready to move on from your MacBook? Find your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro, match its specifications, and check an estimated trade-in value before you erase your files.
Check its value before you erase it. Final value follows inspection.
How much is my MacBook worth?
Plug buys Mac computers only, not Windows laptops. Your exact offer depends on chip, memory, storage, year and condition.
| Model | Up to |
|---|---|
| MacBook Air | Up to $1,040 |
| MacBook Pro | Up to $2,030 |
| MacBook Neo | Up to $432 |
“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 MacBook trade-in value
Search for your exact MacBook below. Match your configuration and condition to see the available estimate. If your model is not listed, contact Plug before sending it.
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What to check on your MacBook
Identify your MacBook
Check About This Mac for the model, screen size and year or chip generation. A MacBook Air and MacBook Pro can have similar specifications but need separate selections.
Match chip, memory and storage
Choose the Intel processor or Apple silicon chip, installed memory and full storage capacity that match your laptop. Memory and storage are separate specifications.
Inspect the screen and hardware
Check the display, keyboard, trackpad, ports and enclosure. Answer any battery and functional questions in the tool accurately, then review the estimate for your configuration.
How to sell your MacBook
Start with an estimate. Prepare your device only when you are ready to send it in.
Find your device
Find your exact MacBook 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 MacBook
Prepare your device after reviewing your offer and shipping instructions. You do not need to erase it to check its value.
Back up your files
Save documents, photos and any other files you want to keep. Confirm your backup or transfer is complete before erasing the Mac.
Remove accounts and restrictions
Sign out of your Apple Account and remove Find My and Activation Lock where applicable. Ask your organization to remove any device-management restrictions before shipping.
Erase your Mac
Use the reset instructions appropriate for your Mac model and macOS version after backing up and removing accounts. Leave the Mac ready for its next owner without your personal login.
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.
MacBook trade-in questions
What determines my MacBook trade-in value?
Model, year or chip generation, screen size, memory, storage and condition affect the estimate. Match your specifications in the tool; final value is confirmed after inspection.
Where is the best place to sell my MacBook?
It depends on what you value. Carrier and manufacturer trade-ins usually pay in bill credits or credit toward a new device. Marketplaces can pay more, but you handle the listing, the buyer and the shipping risk. Plug is a mail-in buyback: get an offer online, ship free with a prepaid label, and choose store credit or a digital payout after inspection. No new purchase is required.
Who pays the most for my MacBook?
Offers change often and depend on your exact model, storage, carrier and condition, so compare a few current quotes for the same device. Check whether each amount is cash or credit, whether shipping is free, and whether you have to buy something to get it. Plug’s current “up to” values are listed on this page, and your exact offer takes about a minute.
Can I sell an Intel or Apple silicon MacBook?
Search the tool for your exact MacBook Air or Pro. Availability depends on the listed model and configuration, so check the correct processor or chip rather than choosing a similar laptop.
Should I send my MacBook charger?
Follow the accessory and packing instructions in your offer. Contact Plug before shipping if the instructions do not make clear what to include.
Do I have to erase my MacBook to check its value?
No. Get an estimate first. Before shipping, back up your files, sign out of your accounts, remove Find My and activation locks, and erase the Mac using the instructions appropriate for its model and macOS version.
Is shipping free?
The prepaid shipping label provided for your mail-in offer is free to use. Pack your device securely and follow the carrier and drop-off instructions supplied with your label.
How can I receive my payout?
Choose Store Credit or select Choose Later to pick a digital payout method after inspection. Available options are shown in your offer and may include bank transfer, PayPal, Venmo, instant debit transfer and Cash App.
Do I have to buy a replacement device?
No. You can submit a buyback offer without placing a shopping order. If you choose Store Credit, you can use that credit toward a purchase.
When will I be paid?
Payment follows receipt and inspection of your device. Submitting an online offer does not trigger payment. Contact Plug if you need help with the status of your offer.
