Here’s the rundown:
- Trade-in value capped at $100: Samsung is currently limiting the trade-in value for any smartwatch towards the Galaxy Watch 6 (40mm) to a maximum of $100, regardless of brand or condition.
- A higher value for larger size and Watch 6 Classic: This limitation seems to only apply to the 40mm Galaxy Watch 6. Trade-in values for the 44mm version go up to $150 for specific models, and the Watch 6 Classic retains its usual higher trade-in range.
- Likely temporary glitch: Experts believe this is a temporary issue or a system bug, and not a permanent change to the trade-in program.
Thinking of upgrading to the new Galaxy Watch 6? You might want to hold off on getting rid of your old smartwatch just yet. Samsung recently made changes to its trade-in program, specifically for the Galaxy Watch 6.
What this means for you:
If you were hoping to get more than $100 for your old smartwatch when buying a Galaxy Watch 6 (especially the 40mm version), you might want to wait a bit. The program is likely experiencing a temporary glitch, and trade-in values should return to normal soon. With the launch of the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra just around the corner, Samsung might also be making adjustments to their trade-in program in preparation for the new models.
In short: Hold off on trading in your old smartwatch for the Galaxy Watch 6 (especially the 40mm) right now. The trade-in value seems to be capped at $100, likely due to a temporary glitch. Wait for the issue to be resolved or consider waiting for the launch of the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra.
