5 reasons to trade in your old device instead of letting it sit

Almost every household has one: the drawer full of old phones. Too good to throw away, not important enough to sell, so there they sit. Yet there are at least five good reasons to change that, and sooner rather than later.

1. Your device loses value every month

The trade-in value of a smartphone drops continuously, and it takes a sharp dip every time a new generation launches. The device that still fetches a decent amount today will be worth noticeably less in a year, and eventually little more than a parts donor. Letting it sit is the most expensive option.

2. It helps fund your next device

When you trade in, the value of your old device is credited directly towards your purchase, so upgrading to a certified refurbished device often only costs you the difference. Prefer cash? If you sell separately, you get an express payout within 24 hours of inspection.

3. The environment benefits twice

Most of a smartphone's emissions are generated during manufacturing. After refurbishment, your traded-in device gets a second life with someone who might otherwise have bought a brand-new one, and the raw materials in your drawer go back to work instead of lying dormant. Read more in our article on CO2 savings.

4. Your data is safer than in the drawer

It sounds paradoxical, but it is true: a forgotten phone full of old photos, passwords and accounts is a data risk, whether through burglary, disposal or simply being forgotten. When you sell through remarket.ch, all data is erased with certified, documented deletion. Resetting the device yourself beforehand is still part of the deal, and our guide walks you through every step.

5. It only takes minutes

Pick your model, describe its condition, see an instant price: the whole process at remarket.ch/verkaufen takes just a few minutes. Then send the device in for free or drop it off at one of our stores in Basel, Bern or Solothurn, and we take care of the rest. No classified ads, no haggling with strangers, no stressful meet-ups.

Conclusion

The drawer pays no interest. Quite the opposite: it costs you trade-in value every month. Whether you trade in towards your next purchase or sell with an instant payout, your old device can do more than gather dust. Find out what it is still worth in two minutes.