Smartphones typically last around two years in today’s market, with the latest models relegating older devices into cupboards or drawers. But did you know that you can sell your old phones for cash?
Key takeaways
- You can recycle your phone by comparing offers from dedicated mobile phone recycling companies
- Choose a quote, post your phone to the recycler, and wait for your payment
- You may even be able to sell a broken phone
Compare quotes from phone recyclers
It's easy to sell your phone with MoneySuperMarket. Simply search for your device and compare quotes from phone recyclers across the market.
Popular devices to recycle
- Sell your iPhone 11
- Sell your iPhone 12
- Sell your iPhone 13
- Sell your iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Sell your Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Sell your Google Pixel 6 Pro
Mobile recycling is a great opportunity to declutter your unused handsets and earn some easy money in the process.
How does it work?
Mobile phone recycling is quick and simple. All you need to do is send your device through the post, and then you’ll be paid cash directly into your bank account.
It works in five simple steps:
- Use our new tool to sell your phone or click through to one of our partners, SellMyMobile.com or CompareMyMobile.com
- Search for the phone or tablet you want to sell and confirm the condition
- Compare the list of cash offers from a range of recyclers and select the best deal
- Box up your device and post it to your chosen recycler
- Wait for the cash to be paid into your bank account via your chosen payment method
Recycle broken phones for cash
You can even sell a broken or damaged smartphone through mobile recycling services. So, whether your old device has a cracked screen, several years of bumps and scrapes, or always overheats, you’ll still be able to get some money for it.
Bear in mind that cash offers reflect the condition, age, make and model of your device. So you’ll get less money for a broken, older phone.
Which brands of phone can I recycle?
Mobile phone recyclers will take all brands of phone, including:
Use our partner sites SellMyMobile.com or CompareMyMobile.com to search for your device.
Recycle more than your phone...
As well as smartphones, mobile recyclers are happy to accept other devices, such as tablets, laptops and smartwatches. So, it’s well worth seeing what the rest of the family might want to get rid of, too.
The process works in just the same way as if you were recycling your mobile phone – just use one of our partners, SellMyMobile.com or CompareMyMobile.com, to search for your device and compare offers.
For information on on finding the best mobile phone deals see our list of guides.
