Apple or Best Buy Trade-In vs. Selling Your Mac for Cash
Apple Trade In and Best Buy's trade-in program usually give you store credit — an Apple Gift Card or a Best Buy gift card, or credit toward a new purchase. If you want money you can spend anywhere, selling to a buyer that pays cash is the better fit. At MacPro-LA in Hollywood we inspect your working 2020-or-newer Mac in front of you and pay you on the spot.
Apple Trade In, Best Buy Trade-In, and Cash Compared
| Apple Trade In | Best Buy Trade-In | MacPro-LA |
|---|---|---|
| How you're paid Apple Gift Card or credit toward a new Apple purchase | How you're paid Best Buy gift card | How you're paid Cash on the spot in store, or paid the same day your shipped Mac arrives |
| Where you can spend it Apple only | Where you can spend it Best Buy only | Where you can spend it Anywhere |
| Need to buy something new? Often yes, to get credit | Need to buy something new? Store credit | Need to buy something new? No |
| In-person in LA Apple Stores | In-person in LA Best Buy stores | In-person in LA Hollywood store, walk in, no appointment |
When a store trade-in makes sense
A store trade-in can make sense when you're buying a new Mac from that retailer anyway and want the trade-in bundled into the same purchase.
When cash is better
Cash is a better fit when you want money you can use for anything, already bought your new Mac, or want to compare offers before you decide.
How to get the most for your Mac
Erase your Mac properly, bring the charger, include the box if you have it, and get quotes before you decide. You can also check current top-configuration Mac values by model.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Apple give cash for trade-ins?
Apple Trade In typically gives an Apple Gift Card or credit toward a new purchase rather than cash.
Does Best Buy pay cash for a MacBook trade-in?
Best Buy's trade-in program typically pays with a Best Buy gift card.
Where can I sell my Mac for cash in Los Angeles?
MacPro-LA, 1947 N. Cahuenga Blvd #104, Hollywood; cash on the spot, Mon–Fri 9–5, Sat 10–2.
Will you beat a trade-in offer?
The final price depends on condition; bring your other offer and we'll do our best to beat it.
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