How Much Is My iPad Worth in 2026? UK Trade-In Values and Selling Guide

How Much Is My iPad Worth in 2026? UK Trade-In Values and Selling Guide

An old iPad can still be worth anywhere from a modest amount to several hundred pounds in 2026. Its value depends on the exact model, generation, storage capacity, Wi-Fi or Cellular specification, screen condition, battery, software support and whether Activation Lock has been removed.

That is why asking “how much is an old iPad worth?” is only the starting point.

A 2020 standard iPad, an M-series iPad Air and an iPad Pro may all look broadly similar from a distance, but they occupy very different parts of the refurbished market.

Sell My iPhone's live site currently features tablets alongside smartwatches, with older iPads still receiving active valuations. Examples shown on the site on 25 September 2026 include a 2020 iPad, 2020 and 2022 iPad Air models and a 2022 standard iPad.

Check what your iPad is worth today

Quick answer: Identify the exact iPad model, storage and Wi-Fi/Cellular version before checking its value. Then consider screen condition, charging, battery performance, software support and Activation Lock. Do not assume an iPad is worthless simply because it is several years old.

Current iPad trade-in examples in the UK

Sell My iPhone currently displays several older iPads among its popular tablet listings.

When checked on 25 September 2026, examples included:

These are current examples, not permanent guaranteed prices. The exact specification and condition matter, and values can change with the second-hand market.

Sell My iPhone says quotes are guaranteed for 14 days when the received device matches the grade and condition supplied when the quote was requested.

Get a current valuation for your tablet

Why can two similar-looking iPads be worth very different amounts?

Because “iPad” covers a huge range of products.

Apple currently has several distinct families:

• iPad;
• iPad mini;
• iPad Air;
• iPad Pro.

Within those ranges are different generations, screen sizes, storage capacities and connectivity options.

The model matters

An iPad Pro originally occupied a different market position from the standard iPad.

Likewise, an M-series iPad Air has different hardware from an older Air carrying the same family name.

Therefore, saying:

“I have an iPad Air”

is not enough to produce an accurate valuation.

Storage matters

The same generation can be sold with significantly different capacity.

Depending on model, options can include:

• 32GB;
• 64GB;
• 128GB;
• 256GB;
• 512GB;
• 1TB;
• 2TB.

Higher storage does not guarantee a particular resale premium, but it makes the device a different specification.

Wi-Fi and Cellular matter too

Apple sells many iPads in:

• Wi-Fi;
• Wi-Fi + Cellular.

Apple's own identification guide lists separate model numbers for these configurations.

So before comparing prices, make sure you are comparing the same device.

How do I find out exactly which iPad I have?

Apple provides an official iPad identification guide.

The model number is the most reliable starting point.

Apple says you can use the model number to identify the exact iPad generation and configuration. Its guide also lists release year, storage capacities and Wi-Fi/Cellular variants.

Check Settings

Open:

Settings → General → About

Look for the model information and capacity.

Do not rely on:

• what you remember buying;
• the colour;
• screen size alone;
• an old receipt for another family member's tablet.

A wrong model can mean a wrong quote.

Why iPadOS 27 matters to second-hand iPad value

Software support has become an increasingly useful dividing line when buying or selling older technology.

Apple released iPadOS 27 in September 2026.

Its official compatibility list includes:

• iPad 9th generation and later;
• iPad mini 6th generation and A17 Pro;
• iPad Air 4th generation and later;
• iPad Pro 11-inch from the 2nd generation;
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch from the 4th generation;
• newer M-series models. 

See Apple's full iPadOS 27 compatibility list

Does iPadOS 27 support make an iPad worth more?

Not according to a fixed formula.

However, software support affects remaining useful life.

A refurbished buyer planning to keep an iPad for several years may prefer a device that still receives Apple's latest major software.

That can strengthen demand for supported models relative to substantially older hardware.

Is a 2020 iPad still worth selling?

Potentially, yes.

Sell My iPhone's current homepage still displays a 2020 10.2-inch iPad Wi-Fi + 4G among its popular devices.

That illustrates an important point:

six-year-old technology is not automatically worthless.

An older iPad may still suit someone who wants a tablet for:

• streaming;
• browsing;
• email;
• video calls;
• children's apps;
• reading;
• basic school work.

Its commercial value may be lower than newer hardware, but that is very different from having no value.

Is a 2020 iPad Air still worth money?

Yes, depending on specification and condition.

Sell My iPhone currently displays the 2020 iPad Air Wi-Fi among its popular devices.

The 2020 Air is also significant because Apple's current iPadOS 27 compatibility list includes iPad Air from the 4th generation onwards.

That means some older Air models combine:

• a lower second-hand price than new hardware;
• continued major software support;
• plenty of performance for normal tablet use.

That is exactly the combination that can keep refurbished demand alive.

How much is an iPad Air 2022 worth?

One current Sell My iPhone homepage example shows an iPad Air (2022) Wi-Fi at £210. The site also displays a Wi-Fi + 5G 2022 Air elsewhere in its current device listings, demonstrating why connectivity needs to be identified accurately.

Again, that is a snapshot rather than a permanent price guarantee.

Check the current value of your iPad Air

Why iPad Pro models can retain significant value

The Pro range starts from higher-specification hardware.

Depending on generation, features can include:

• premium displays;
• large storage options;
• Apple Pencil support;
• high-performance processors;
• Face ID;
• LiDAR;
• larger screen sizes.

That means an older Pro can remain desirable long after launch.

However, do not assume “Pro” automatically means high resale value.

An old damaged Pro with a tired battery is very different from a clean recent M-series model.

Does iPad storage affect resale value?

Yes, potentially.

Imagine two otherwise identical tablets:

iPad A: 64GB
iPad B: 256GB

Someone storing large games, downloaded films, photographs or creative projects may strongly prefer the 256GB device.

That creates different second-hand demand.

Check the capacity before requesting a quote

Do not guess.

Open:

Settings → General → About

Then check the stated capacity.

Choosing 256GB when you actually own 64GB may produce a better-looking initial quote, but the physical device will not match it during inspection.

Is a Cellular iPad worth more than Wi-Fi?

It can be.

A Cellular iPad contains mobile-network capability that a Wi-Fi-only device does not.

Apple lists Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular models separately across its identification database.

However, the difference in resale value depends on:

• model;
• age;
• demand;
• condition.

There is no universal rule such as “Cellular always adds £50”.

Search the exact configuration.

Does iPad battery health affect trade-in value?

Battery condition matters because tablets are designed to be portable.

An iPad that has to stay permanently connected to a charger is less useful than one that still provides sensible runtime.

Newer iPads can show battery health directly

On supported models, Apple now provides:

Settings → Battery → Battery Health

Apple says compatible iPads can show:

• battery health;
• Maximum Capacity;
• cycle count;
• manufacturing date;
• first-use date. 

Supported models currently include:

• iPad Pro M4 and M5;
• iPad Air M2, M3 and M4;
• iPad mini A17 Pro;
• iPad A16. 

Older iPads may not have the Battery Health screen

That does not mean their batteries cannot deteriorate.

Instead, look for symptoms such as:

• unusually fast battery drain;
• sudden percentage drops;
• unexpected shutdowns;
• excessive heat;
• very poor standby time.

Battery performance is part of the practical condition of an older tablet.

Should I replace the battery before selling an iPad?

Not automatically.

Start with the current trade-in value.

Then compare that with:

• battery-service cost;
• likely increase in resale value;
• age of the tablet.

Imagine an iPad is worth £100 as it stands.

If you spend £120 servicing it and the repaired tablet is only worth £150, you have spent £120 to gain £50.

That would not make sense purely for resale.

Check the numbers before repairing.

Does a cracked iPad screen still have value?

Potentially.

Sell My iPhone states that it accepts both working and damaged devices. It may also consider completely dead equipment where repair and resale remain viable.

That means a cracked screen does not automatically equal £0.

Whether the damaged iPad is commercially worthwhile depends on factors including:

• exact model;
• age;
• storage;
• screen damage;
• other faults;
• repair cost.

Check before repairing it yourself

An expensive screen repair does not necessarily increase the tablet's value by the same amount.

Get an as-is valuation first.

Read Sell My iPhone's current selling FAQs

What screen problems reduce iPad value?

Do not look only for cracks.

Check for:

• deep scratches;
• dead pixels;
• bright spots;
• touchscreen dead zones;
• discolouration;
• pressure marks;
• broken glass;
• display flickering.

Test the entire touchscreen

Open an app where you can draw or move something around the screen.

Use the corners and edges as well as the centre.

A touchscreen fault can hide surprisingly well during normal casual use.

Does a damaged charging port affect iPad value?

Yes.

A charging port is fundamental to using the tablet.

Depending on the generation, the iPad may use:

• Lightning;
• USB-C.

Newer USB-C iPads may also use that connection for accessories, displays and storage.

So a port that charges intermittently can represent more than a minor inconvenience.

Test it before describing the device as fully working.

What is Activation Lock and why does it matter?

Activation Lock is one of the most important things to understand before selling an iPad.

Apple's Find My system associates the device with the owner's Apple Account.

If Activation Lock remains enabled, the next person may need the previous owner's account information before they can activate the device.

Apple explicitly advises people not to buy a used iPad that is still protected by Activation Lock.

Remove it before selling

Apple says that before selling or trading an iPad, the device should be:

• backed up;
• signed out;
• erased;
• removed from the owner's account. 

Sell My iPhone's own device preparation guide also asks sellers to remove locks and prepare personal data before sending a device.

What if I forgot to remove Activation Lock?

Apple provides a remote method through Find My.

The legitimate owner can erase the device and then remove it from their account, which turns off Activation Lock so someone else can activate it.

Apple's Activation Lock guidance

Doing this before sending the iPad is much easier than resolving it after a buyer receives it.

Does iPadOS 27 support affect older iPads differently?

Yes.

This is where knowing the exact generation becomes particularly useful.

Standard iPad

Apple currently supports the 9th generation and later under iPadOS 27.

iPad Air

Support begins at iPad Air 4th generation.

iPad mini

Support begins at iPad mini 6th generation.

iPad Pro

Supported models include:

• 11-inch Pro from 2nd generation;
• 12.9-inch Pro from 4th generation;
• newer M-series Pro devices. 

That makes software support another useful signal for both buyers and sellers.

What about Apple Intelligence?

Not every iPad that runs iPadOS 27 gets every new AI feature.

Apple says its current Apple Intelligence platform on iPad requires either:

• an iPad mini with A17 Pro;
• or an iPad with M1 or later. 

This creates another distinction within the refurbished market.

For example, two iPads may both run iPadOS 27, while only one qualifies for newer Apple Intelligence functionality.

That may influence demand among buyers specifically looking for AI features.

It does not mean an older supported iPad suddenly becomes unusable.

Should I sell an iPad because it cannot use Apple Intelligence?

Not necessarily.

Ask what you actually use the tablet for.

If your main activities are:

• Netflix;
• web browsing;
• YouTube;
• email;
• FaceTime;
• reading;
• basic office work;

then AI compatibility may have little practical impact on you.

Replacing useful hardware purely because it cannot run one category of newer features may be poor value.

However, if you already intended to upgrade, AI support can become another reason buyers prefer newer refurbished models.

When is the best time to sell an old iPad?

Usually once you know you no longer need it.

That does not mean replacing a useful tablet prematurely.

If you use your iPad every day, keeping it may provide far more value than selling it.

The calculation changes when the old tablet becomes unused.

Waiting rarely makes redundant technology younger

While an iPad sits in a drawer:

• its battery ages;
• new models launch;
• software requirements move forward;
• more second-hand tablets enter the market.

There can be temporary price movements, but indefinite storage is rarely a strong resale strategy.

If you have not touched the iPad since your last upgrade, check its value.

A practical example: an unused 2020 iPad Air

Imagine you replaced an iPad Air from 2020.

You kept the old tablet because:

“It might be useful as a spare.”

A year later, nobody has used it.

Option one: keep it

This makes sense if you genuinely need a spare tablet.

Option two: pass it to someone else

A family member may get years of useful life from it.

Option three: sell it

Sell My iPhone currently features the 2020 iPad Air among its popular tablet devices.

You can:

1. identify the exact model;
2. check storage;
3. check Wi-Fi or Cellular;
4. inspect the condition;
5. back up the data;
6. remove your account;
7. erase the tablet;
8. obtain a current quote.

Option four: put it back in the drawer

That requires no effort.

It also allows more depreciation and battery ageing.

If you already know nobody needs it, selling or reusing it is usually the more purposeful option.

What should I do before selling an iPad?

Use this checklist.

1. Identify the device

Use Apple's iPad model identification guide.

Confirm:

• model;
• generation;
• screen size if relevant;
• storage;
• Wi-Fi or Cellular.

2. Back up your data

Make sure anything important exists somewhere else before you erase the iPad.

Apple supports iCloud backups and computer backups.

3. Check the tablet

Test:

• display;
• touchscreen;
• charging;
• speakers;
• cameras;
• Touch ID or Face ID;
• physical buttons;
• battery.

4. Remove the Apple Account properly

Do not leave Activation Lock attached.

5. Erase your personal information

Once everything is backed up and the account issue is resolved, erase the tablet ready for another owner.

6. Remove your SIM if relevant

Older Cellular iPads may have a physical SIM.

Newer models may rely on eSIM instead.

Keep anything you still need.

7. Photograph the condition

It is sensible to record how the device looked before shipping.

Sell My iPhone's preparation guidance recommends taking photographs before sending devices.

8. Package it carefully

An iPad has a large glass display.

Protect the:

• screen;
• corners;
• rear casing.

Do not let the device move freely inside the parcel.

Read the full Sell My iPhone preparation guide

Do I need the original iPad box?

For ordinary used devices, Sell My iPhone's current preparation guidance does not require original retail packaging.

The condition and specification of the actual device are more important.

Therefore, losing the box years ago does not automatically prevent you selling the tablet.

Do I need to include the charger?

Sell My iPhone's preparation guidance says normal devices do not generally require the original charger, while smartwatches have a specific charger-and-strap requirement.

So if you use the same USB-C charger for several products, check the current trade-in instructions rather than assuming you need to send it.

What about Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard?

Treat them as separate products unless your chosen buyer explicitly says otherwise.

An Apple Pencil or Magic Keyboard can itself have meaningful resale value.

Do not accidentally send an accessory you intended to keep with your next iPad.

Likewise, a high-value accessory does not necessarily increase the standard iPad trade-in quote automatically.

Can I sell an iPad that will not turn on?

Potentially.

Sell My iPhone says it may accept completely dead devices where repair and resale remain viable.

A non-working tablet could have:

• failed battery;
• charging-port problem;
• display fault;
• board issue;
• liquid damage.

These faults have completely different repair costs.

Therefore, “dead iPad” is not one condition.

If your exact device is not listed in the expected condition, Sell My iPhone says customers can contact the company and it may still make an offer.

Can I sell a damaged iPad?

Yes, potentially.

Sell My iPhone's current FAQ explicitly says it buys both working and damaged mobile devices and tablets.

The quote will depend on what is wrong with the device.

Be accurate about:

• cracks;
• touchscreen problems;
• charging faults;
• cameras;
• buttons;
• battery;
• liquid damage.

A higher initial quote is useless if the tablet does not match the selected condition when inspected.

What happens when Sell My iPhone receives the tablet?

Sell My iPhone says it conducts an inspection to confirm that the device matches the grade and condition selected by the seller.

If it does, the quoted price can be processed.

If there is a discrepancy, the company contacts the seller with an updated quote.

That is why accurate identification matters so much.

Should I sell privately or trade in my iPad?

There is no single best route for everybody.

Selling privately

Potential advantages:

• potentially higher sale price;
• control over the listing.

Potential downsides:

• photographs;
• buyer messages;
• negotiations;
• marketplace fees;
• postage;
• disputes;
• waiting for a buyer.

Trade-in

The main benefit is convenience.

Sell My iPhone's process is built around:

1. identifying the device;
2. receiving a quote;
3. sending the tablet;
4. inspection;
5. payment. 

Compare the net amount and effort, rather than comparing one marketplace asking price with a confirmed trade-in quote.

What if my iPad has no resale value?

Then recycling becomes relevant.

Sell My iPhone says it can recycle devices even where they have no resale value.

However, working technology should not automatically become waste simply because the original owner no longer wants it.

Sell My iPhone's wider guide to selling, reusing, donating or recycling old technology recommends checking reuse or resale before treating functional devices as waste.

Why an old iPad can still have a second life

The refurbished market exists because different people need different levels of technology.

One person may upgrade because they need:

• an M-series processor;
• Apple Intelligence;
• more storage;
• newer accessories.

Another person may simply need:

• a screen for Netflix;
• a children's tablet;
• a device for recipes;
• FaceTime;
• ebooks;
• web browsing.

The older iPad can satisfy that second use perfectly well.

That is why a device can be “old” to you without being obsolete.

The key takeaway

Do not decide what your iPad is worth from its age alone.

The important factors are:

• exact model;
• generation;
• storage;
• Wi-Fi or Cellular;
• physical condition;
• screen;
• battery;
• charging;
• software support;
• Activation Lock status;
• current market demand.

Sell My iPhone's live site currently shows that iPads from 2020, 2022 and newer generations still have active trade-in values, illustrating that several-year-old tablets can retain meaningful commercial value.

So if your old iPad has been sitting unused:

identify it, check it and value it before deciding it is worthless.

Check what your iPad is worth today

Frequently asked questions

How much is my iPad worth in 2026?

It depends on the exact model, storage, Wi-Fi/Cellular specification and condition. Sell My iPhone currently displays examples ranging across older standard iPads and newer iPad Air devices, with live values changing over time.

Is a 2020 iPad still worth anything?

Potentially. Sell My iPhone currently lists a 2020 10.2-inch iPad among its popular tablet devices.

Is a 2020 iPad Air still worth selling?

Yes, potentially. Sell My iPhone currently displays a 2020 iPad Air Wi-Fi among its popular devices, and the 4th-generation Air remains compatible with iPadOS 27.

How much is an iPad Air 2022 worth?

Sell My iPhone currently displays a 2022 iPad Air Wi-Fi example at £210, but the exact value depends on specification, condition and current market pricing.

Does storage affect iPad value?

It can. Different storage capacities are different product specifications, and higher-capacity iPads may appeal to buyers who need more local space.

Is a Cellular iPad worth more?

It can be. Wi-Fi + Cellular is a separate hardware configuration from Wi-Fi-only models. The actual resale difference depends on the model and current demand.

Does battery health affect an iPad's value?

Battery condition affects usability. On supported newer iPads, Apple allows users to check Battery Health, Maximum Capacity and cycle count under Settings → Battery → Battery Health.

Can I sell an iPad with a cracked screen?

Potentially, yes. Sell My iPhone says it accepts working and damaged tablets.

Can I sell an iPad that does not turn on?

Possibly. Sell My iPhone says it may accept completely dead devices where repair and resale remain viable.

Do I need to remove Activation Lock before selling?

Yes. Apple advises removing the device from your Apple Account before another person takes ownership. A used iPad still protected by Activation Lock may not be usable by its next owner.

Does my iPad support iPadOS 27?

Apple's iPadOS 27 compatibility list includes iPad 9th generation and later, iPad Air 4th generation and later, iPad mini 6th generation and later, and supported iPad Pro generations. Check Apple's complete list.

How long is a Sell My iPhone quote valid?

Sell My iPhone says a quoted price is guaranteed for 14 days when the device arrives in time and matches the grade and condition originally supplied.

Sources and further reading

Sell My iPhone — Check Your Device Value

Sell My iPhone — Frequently Asked Questions

Sell My iPhone — Prepare Your Device for Sale

Sell My iPhone — What to Do With Old Tech in 2026

Apple — Identify Your iPad Model

Apple — iPadOS 27 Compatibility

Apple — Activation Lock for iPad

Apple — Understand iPad Battery Usage and Health

Apple — iPad Support