How to Ship a Phone
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Swappa's Standard Shipping Guidelines
- Ships within 2 business days
- Tracking and insurance included
- Sellers pay standard shipping costs
- Standard shipping included in listing price
Phone Shipping Guide
Step 1
Gather packing supplies
Shipping Box
Sturdy box to accommodate at least an inch of packing material around the phone
Packing Materials
Crumpled newspaper, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, or a small padded envelope
Packing Tape
Packing tape, duct tape, or any other tape to securely seal the box
iPhone dimensions and suggested box sizes
Pro tip: Re-use a shipping box you already have, and use crumpled newspaper as packing material to keep costs down.
| Phone | Dimensions | Weight | Minimum Box Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 7 iPhone 8 iPhone SE 2020 iPhone SE 2022 | 5.4 x 2.6 x 0.3 in | 4.85–5.22 oz | 6.5 x 3.5 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone 7 Plus iPhone 8 Plus iPhone Air | 6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3 in | 5.82–7.12 oz | 7.5 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone X iPhone Xs iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 16e | 5.7 x 2.8 x 0.3 in | 5.88–6.63 oz | 7.0 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone Xs Max iPhone 11 Pro Max | 6.2 x 3.1 x 0.3 in | 7.33–7.97 oz | 7.5 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone Xr iPhone 11 iPhone 17 Pro | 5.9 x 3.0 x 0.3 in | 6.84–7.27 oz | 7.0 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone 12 iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 13 iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 14 iPhone 15 iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 17 | 5.8 x 2.8 x 0.3 in | 5.78–7.19 oz | 7.0 x 4.0 x '1.5 in |
| iPhone 12 mini iPhone 13 mini | 5.2 x 2.5 x 0.3 in | 4.76–4.97 oz | 6.5 x 3.5 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 16 Plus | 6.3 x 3.1 x 0.3 in | 8.04–8.46 oz | 7.5 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
| iPhone 17 Pro Max | 6.4 x 3.0 x 0.3 in | 8.22 oz | 7.5 x 4.0 x 1.5 in |
Step 2
Pack the phone
1. Line the shipping box with packing material
2. Wrap the phone in packing material and place it inside the box
3. Fill empty space with packing material to prevent movement in transit
4. Seal the box with packing tape to ensure it remains closed
Step 3
Ship the phone
Shipping prices vary based on size and weight, and whether you're using your own shipping materials. USPS is typically the cheapest, but UPS and FedEx are also excellent options.
Flat-rate shipping options
Pro tip: Small flat-rate boxes fit most smartphones with packing material.
| FedEx One Flat Rate | UPS Simple Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| Suggested Box | FedEx Small Flat Rate | UPS Small Flat Rate |
| Box Size | 12.75" x 11" x 1.5" | 12" x 9" x 2" |
| Approximate Shipping Cost | $9.95 | $11.50 |
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