Your Broken iPhone Has More Value Than You Think
Most people assume a broken iPhone is worthless. They stick it in a drawer, donate it, or throw it away. That's a mistake that costs hundreds of dollars.
The reality: a broken iPhone 13 with a cracked screen is still worth $80–$150. A broken iPhone 14 Pro Max? Often $200+, even with significant damage. The components — screen, battery, camera modules, logic board — all have resale value in the repair market.
At iPhoneTraderExpress.com, we buy broken iPhones every day. Here's what you need to know.
What "Broken" Means to a Buyer
We categorize damage into four tiers:
- Cracked/damaged screen: Most common. Phone still powers on and works. We buy this — price is reduced based on severity.
- Broken Face ID or Touch ID: Phone works but biometrics are gone. Still buyable — reduced price.
- Water damage: More variable. If the phone still powers on, we'll make an offer. If it's completely dead from water, price drops significantly but isn't zero.
- Won't power on: Phone is dead. We still buy this — logic board and components have salvage value. Expect $20–$60 depending on model.
How Much Is Your Broken iPhone Worth?
Use the instant quote tool — search your model, select your condition, and get a real number. Here are rough ranges for broken condition as of 2026:
- iPhone 16 Pro / Pro Max (broken): $180–$350
- iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max (broken): $150–$280
- iPhone 14 Pro / Pro Max (broken): $100–$220
- iPhone 13 / 13 Pro (broken): $60–$150
- iPhone 12 series (broken): $30–$90
These are real prices — not store credit, not gift cards. Cash via PayPal, Zelle, or CashApp.
Step-by-Step: Sell Your Broken iPhone
- Get your quote. Search your model at iphonetraderexpress.com/iphone. Select "broken/cracked" condition. The price is locked for 14 days.
- Check out. You'll need your IMEI (Settings → General → About, or dial *#06#). Make sure your Apple ID and iCloud are removed from the device before shipping.
- Ship for free. We email you a prepaid UPS label. Box the phone in any small box with padding. Drop it at any UPS location — no cost to you.
- Get paid. We inspect your device and send payment within 24 hours of receipt. Same day if it arrives before 10 AM and matches your description.
Two Things to Do Before You Ship
1. Remove Apple ID / iCloud. Go to Settings → [your name] → Sign Out. If the phone won't power on, use icloud.com on a computer to remove it remotely. We cannot pay for iCloud-locked devices.
2. Note your IMEI accurately. The IMEI tells us exactly what model and carrier variant you have. An incorrect IMEI can delay payment.
Is It Better to Repair It First?
Usually no. A screen replacement for an iPhone 13 costs $100–$150 at most repair shops. The increase in buyback value from "broken" to "good" is typically less than the repair cost. The exception: if your phone is nearly perfect except for the screen and you're selling a high-value model (iPhone 15 Pro Max, for example), a repair might break even. For most people, selling as-is is the smarter move.
Bottom Line
Don't let your broken iPhone collect dust. It's worth real money today — less than a perfect one, but real. Get your instant quote now. The whole process takes 30 seconds and you could have cash in your account within 48 hours of shipping.