The resale value of every smartphone falls over time. In fact, the value tends to drop as soon as you open the box and activate the phone. It can be exciting to buy new, but it is also really nice to keep some of your hard-earned money in your bank account. This is why it makes sense to buy a gently used device instead.
Keep reading to learn about the iPhone 11 Pro Max price drop history and discover the best time to buy and sell. And if you’re still deciding what to get, make sure to check out our iPhone Buyer’s Guide.
What is the iPhone 11 Pro Max price in 2022?
The iPhone 11 Pro Max is part of the 13th generation iPhone lineup and was released in September 2019. In addition to the iPhone 11 Pro Max, the 13th generation lineup also includes the iPhone 11 and the iPhone 11 Pro. The iPhone 11 Pro Max was the biggest iPhone of the 13th generation and it was also the most expensive with a starting price of $1,099.
| July 2021 | August 2021 | September 2021 | October 2021 | November 2021 | December 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 11 Pro Max (64GB) | $690 | $655 | $621 | $578 | $575 | $573 |
| iPhone 11 Pro Max (256GB) | $731 | $730 | $682 | $652 | $640 | $621 |
| iPhone 11 Pro Max (512GB) | $823 | $794 | $729 | $662 | $677 | $644 |
If you were dreaming of an iPhone 11 Pro Max when it was released but were put off by the higher price tag — now is a good time to reconsider due to the lower prices. Sure, the iPhone holds its value much better as compared to other smartphones, but prices for a used smartphone always drop over time, and right now is the perfect time to find cheap iPhone 11 Pro Max deals.
Looking at just this factor alone, one would think that the sooner you sell the more money you can sell for, or the longer you wait to buy the less money you will pay. But that isn’t always the case when looking at the average sale price from month to month. In fact, there are times when the average sale price may increase. Aside from time, the other factors that affect smartphone prices include market demand, the condition of the phone, the specs such as the internal storage, and current availability.
When is the best time to buy an iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Prices for used smartphones drop a little over time, so waiting for a little may result in better prices. But if you are always waiting for the price to drop a little — you’re likely to keep waiting and never buy. The truth is, the best time to buy a cheap iPhone 11 Pro Max is right now because you will always spend less money when you buy newish instead of new.
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When is the best time to sell an iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Sellers often time their sales around the launch of a new iPhone. That can be a good time to sell based on market demand and lead to a quick sale, but it can also result in sellers competing on price and getting a little less money.
The best time to sell a used iPhone 11 Pro Max is right now — immediately. If you list your phone for sale now you stand to get more money because, as we highlighted in the table earlier in this post, the average sale price for used smartphones tends to drop over time. If you have a gently used iPhone 11 Pro Max sitting around you should tap the green button below and get started selling today.
If you are planning to buy or sell a gently used phone the Swappa marketplace should be your first stop. Swappa is an active marketplace, and perhaps equally important, Swappa is safe and secure for buyers and sellers alike. The safety and security ties in with our fabulous support team and our policies.
For example, everything listed for sale in the Swappa marketplace must meet our listing criteria requirements, which include the phone being fully functional, not having any cracked glass, or other issues.
- Our moderation team reviews listings to ensure these criteria requirements are being met.
- Our support team is also available 24/7/365 and aims to respond in minutes instead of hours or days.
- PayPal is used to process payments due to the extensive protections offered for buyers and sellers
You can also review our other policies, or reach out via our help desk if you have any questions. We also encourage everyone to read some of the Trustpilot reviews being left by other Swappa users. And, while we try not to brag — we have a current rating of Excellent.
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