Amazon Offers 20% Off New Devices for Old Tech Trade-Ins Before Prime Day
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Updated · ZDNet · Jun 18
Amazon Offers 20% Off New Devices for Old Tech Trade-Ins Before Prime Day
3 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Jun 18
Summary
Amazon’s Trade-In Program lets shoppers swap eligible old electronics for Amazon gift card credit and, on qualifying Amazon devices, an extra 20% discount ahead of Prime Day 2026.
Eligible items include Amazon gear such as Kindles, Fire tablets, Fire TV devices and Echo speakers, plus some third-party categories like cell phones and video game systems, with payouts tied to device type and condition.
Amazon provides a prepaid UPS label and free shipping, gives customers up to 45 days to send devices, and in some areas also accepts drop-offs at select Whole Foods and Amazon Hub locations.
Credit typically lands within 10 business days after Amazon receives and verifies the item—though some reviews can take up to 20 days—while any qualifying rebate applies automatically at checkout.
ZDNET notes the program may be less lucrative than resale sites such as eBay or Swappa, but easier logistics and built-in discounts could appeal to shoppers looking to cut Prime Day spending.