AirPods are one of those things people forget can actually be sold. Most folks think of selling their phone or laptop when they upgrade, but the earbuds sitting in a drawer, the ones you replaced with a newer pair, are worth money too.

If you have an old set of AirPods, AirPods Pro, or even a different brand of wireless earbuds lying around, here’s what they’re actually worth right now and how to turn them into cash.

Why AirPods Hold Value Better Than People Expect

Unlike phones, which can feel outdated within a year, AirPods tend to hold their value fairly well. Apple doesn’t release new versions as often, and the core function, wireless audio with a charging case, hasn’t changed dramatically across generations. That means even a two or three year old pair of AirPods can still fetch a decent price, especially if the case and both earbuds are in working condition.

What Affects the Value of Your AirPods

A few things determine how much your AirPods are worth:

• Which generation you have. AirPods Pro models generally sell for more than standard AirPods due to features like noise cancellation.
• Battery life. Earbuds naturally lose battery capacity over time. If yours still hold a reasonable charge, that works in your favor.
• Condition of the case. A cracked or heavily scratched case can lower the offer, even if the earbuds themselves work fine.
• Whether you have both earbuds and the case. A complete set is worth more than a single earbud or a case without the buds.

Common Mistakes People Make When Selling AirPods

A lot of people list their old AirPods on online marketplaces expecting top dollar, only to run into problems. Buyers often lowball with unrealistic offers, some ask endless questions before disappearing, and there’s always a small risk of dealing with a scam or a chargeback after the sale.

Others simply don’t realize their AirPods have any resale value at all, so the earbuds just end up sitting in a drawer indefinitely, slowly losing whatever value they had.

Selling Locally Beats Listing Online

At CellCashr in New Jersey, selling your AirPods is straightforward. You don’t need to write a listing, take photos, or deal with strangers messaging you at odd hours. Just bring them in.

• Step 1: Bring in your AirPods. Both earbuds and the case, if you have them.
• Step 2: We test them. This includes checking connectivity, battery health, and charging function.
• Step 3: You get a cash offer. Based on the model and condition.
• Step 4: Get paid right away. No waiting for a buyer to confirm or a payment to clear.

What About Other Wireless Earbuds?

AirPods aren’t the only earbuds worth something. Samsung Galaxy Buds, Beats earbuds, and other wireless models can also be sold for cash, as long as they’re in working condition. If you have a mix of old earbuds from switching phone brands over the years, it’s worth bringing them all in to see what they’re collectively worth.

Preparing Your AirPods Before Selling

A couple of quick steps can make the process smoother and sometimes even improve your offer:

• Unpair them from your devices. This includes removing them from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac’s Bluetooth settings.
• Clean them up. Wiping down the case and earbuds, and removing any wax buildup on the earbuds themselves, can help with the inspection.
• Test the charging case. If you know it charges properly, mention that when you bring them in.
• Gather any extra ear tips. If you have spare silicone tips for AirPods Pro, bring those along too.

Why Now Is a Good Time to Sell

If you upgraded to a newer pair of AirPods, or switched to a different brand entirely, your old pair isn’t doing anything sitting in a drawer. Wireless earbuds don’t really improve with age, and their resale value tends to decline slowly as newer models come out.

Turning them into cash now, rather than letting them sit indefinitely, is generally the better move, especially since the process takes just a few minutes.

Bring Your Old Earbuds to CellCashr in New Jersey

Whether it’s an old pair of AirPods, AirPods Pro, or another brand of wireless earbuds, stop by CellCashr and find out what they’re worth. There’s no obligation, the process is quick, and you walk out with cash the same day if you accept the offer.