It’s a third party that does the “trade-in”, which is really no better than a pawn shop. https://old.reddit.com/r/Costco/search?q=Phobio&restrict_sr=on&include_over_18=on Answer from UncleNedisDead on reddit.com
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Trade-In Program powered by Phobio
Select your device model, answer a few questions on its current condition and you get a quote on its trade value.
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September 15, 2024can i exchange a apple watch from costco … - Apple Community
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Does Costco take trade-ins on Apple Watches?
Just go through Apple. The pain in the ass of working through Phobio or otherwise isn’t worth $20 if you’re wanting to do a trade in. More on reddit.com
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June 16, 2022Should I use Costco's Phobio to "Trade in your Apple Device"?
Well, why not just go through the process of trying both and see who will give you more money...?
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r/Costco on Reddit: Why does Costco offer "FY" Apple trade in values?
September 15, 2024 -
Bought an Apple Watch SE 3.5y ago (from Costco), it's been good but the battery is on it's last legs.
Look at Costco and I can get a Series 10 42mm for $389. "Your trade in could be up to $200"... I know that isn't mine, but try anyway, and even though my watch meets all of Apple's standards, they say "up to $5" trade in value.
I go over to Apple's web site and while the Series 10 42mm is $399, they offer me $55 trade in.
I'm surprised that Costco even says "yeah we'll take it" at that point, it seems insulting. Had they told me it isn't worth anything I would understand, but offering me "up to $5" just seems strange.
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October 16, 2025 - Apple Watch · iPhone · Audio · Apple TV 4K · HomePod · Accessories · AppleCare+ Trade in your Apple Device · and Receive a Costco Shop Card · Trade in: Online-Only ·
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You Can Trade Your Apple Device for a Costco Gift Card!
November 6, 2024 - Today, we discovered yet another alternative to Apple’s traditional trade-in approach. You can trade in your device via Costco.com in exchange for a Costco gift card!
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Retail Trade-In - Phobio Device Trade-In
May 17, 2024 - Costco members begin by receiving an instant quote for their Apple devices, smartphones, and tablets through an online evaluation tool. Once they accept the offer, Phobio sends secure packaging materials directly to their home.
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Missed the holiday sales? Costco's electronics trade-in program can provide extra shopping cash
The Costco-Phobio program will take a slew of Apple phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, desktops, displays and media players, according to Phobio’s website. It is also open to some devices from other brands. Things like the type of electronics and its age factor into the trade-in value.
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Costco Will Give You Gift Cards for Trading in Old Electronics - The Globe and Mail
Costco offers a trade-in program for Apple devices (and select devices from other companies, such as Lenovo, Samsung, LG, and Google), via Phobio, a trade-in program provider.
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Our large inventory of mobile smartphones includes, 5G phones, Galaxy phones from Samsung, Apple iOS devices like the popular iPhone, as well as unlocked cell phones—all from providers like Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile. We carry prepaid cell phones for kids and flip phones for seniors, as well as power banks and wireless charging stations. I you’re looking for smart watches that let you place phone calls and receive messages, we have those too.
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Boost Your Budget With This Costco Trade-In Program - Men's Journal
July 22, 2025 - Many people may not know, but Costco has an Apple device trade-in program.
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Here’s how to trade in your old electronic devices for a Costco gift card - AS USA
August 24, 2024 - You'll receive either the Costco Shop Card or a digital Costco Shop Card loaded with the trade-in value. The program currently accepts used Apple devices, including phones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, desktop computers, displays, and media ...
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r/Costco on Reddit: Does Costco take trade-ins on Apple Watches?
June 16, 2022 -
I want to buy a new Apple Watch. Its $20 less at Costco but buying it directly from Apple becomes cheaper when you factor in the trade-in. Does Costco take trade-ins?
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Just go through Apple. The pain in the ass of working through Phobio or otherwise isn’t worth $20 if you’re wanting to do a trade in.
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Costco offers a trade in powered by Phobio . Looks like it can take up to 20 days and you have to send in the item and wait for either a digital or physical Shop Card. You could then use that shop card to buy the new watch if you want. I imagine it’s not as seamless as Apple’s, but I haven’t used either.
Yahoo!
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Boost Your Budget With This Costco Trade-In Program
July 22, 2025 - Many people may not know, but Costco has an Apple device trade-in program. This program, powered by Phobio, turns your outdated Apple devices into a brand new Costco Shop Card. The Costco Shop Card is simple but effective.
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Shop AT&T | Costco
See tradein.att.com for terms and to check if your device is eligible. Limitations and Restrictions: The offer is limited to one trade-in per qualifying purchase and one credit per line. It may not be combinable with other offers, discounts, or credits. Purchase, financing, other limits & restr’s ...
The Krazy Coupon Lady
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Costco Trade-In: How It Works (And How Much You Get) - The Krazy Coupon Lady
March 12, 2024 - Officially called the "Costco Trade Up" program, this online process lets you responsibly recycle your old devices and get paid in the form of a Costco Shop Card, which you can use for more purchases throughout the store.
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