- Free postage
- Price locked for 2 days
- Paid by bank transfer
- Checked within 2 working days
How much is my MacBook Air (M1 series) worth in 2026?
Thinking of selling your Apple MacBook Air (M1 series)? It could be worth up to £326. What you get depends on two things: its configuration and its condition. Answer a few quick questions and you'll see your price straight away. There's no account to set up first.
It doesn't need to be perfect. You can sell a MacBook Air (M1 series) that works perfectly, trade in one with a cracked screen, or recycle one that won't switch on at all. Every condition has a price.
Not sure which model you have? Click the Apple menu > About This Mac to see the chip, memory and serial number.
Why sell your MacBook Air (M1 series) now?
Trade-in prices don't stand still. Each time a newer model comes out, older ones drop in value. The graph below shows how the MacBook Air (M1 series) value is likely to drop over the next 6 months.
If your MacBook Air (M1 series) is sitting in a drawer, it's losing value every month. Selling sooner almost always means more cash.
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£316*
1 month
£298*
3 months
£272*
6 months
MacBook Air (M1 series) trade-in value
*Future values are estimates and may vary over time.
About the MacBook Air (M1 series)
The MacBook Air (M1 series) came out in 2020. The screen is 13 inches.
Why sell your MacBook Air (M1 series) to us?
Paid straight to your bank
We check your device within 2 working days of it arriving. Once it passes, the money reaches your bank within 3 working days.
Free postage
Print your trade-in slip, pack your device and post it to us for free within 7 days of confirming your offer.
Safe, and better for the planet
Every device is fully wiped when it arrives, then refurbished or recycled responsibly instead of sitting in a drawer.
How to sell my MacBook Air (M1 series) in 3 steps
No listings. No haggling with strangers. No fees taken off your price.
Get your price
Answer a few quick questions about your MacBook Air (M1 series). Your offer appears instantly and stays locked for 2 days.
Post it to us
Wipe your MacBook, print the trade-in slip from your account, and post it within 7 days of confirming.
Get paid
We check it within 2 working days of it arriving. Once it passes, the money lands in your bank within 3 working days.
What affects your MacBook Air (M1 series) trade in price?
Two of the same model can be worth very different amounts. These are the things that matter most.
Find My Mac and Activation Lock
It must be off. A locked Mac can't be reset, so we can't buy it.
Configuration
The chip, memory and storage set the starting price.
The screen
Cracks, dead pixels, lines or worn screen coating lower the offer.
The body
Dents on the lid or corners lower the price.
Battery health
Check it under System Settings > Battery. "Service recommended" reduces the value.
Keyboard and trackpad
Sticky, missing or dead keys and a faulty trackpad change the price.
Charger
Send the original charger with it. A missing charger can lower the final offer when we check it.
Be honest when you answer the questions. It means your offer won't change when we check it.
Can I sell a broken MacBook Air (M1 series)?
Yes. We buy MacBooks that are cracked, damaged or not working.
That includes a MacBook that won't switch on, or has a faulty camera, speaker or button. Tell us it isn't working when you get your price. There's nothing to repair first.
We can't accept a MacBook that is bent or has liquid damage (signs of oxidation).
Selling your MacBook Air (M1 series): PhoneMart vs Apple Trade In and other UK buyers
How selling your MacBook Air (M1 series) to us compares with the biggest names in UK trade-in.
| Compared | PhoneMart | Apple Trade In | musicMagpie | Mazuma | Envirofone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| How you're paid | Cash to your bank | Apple credit or an Apple Gift Card | Cash to your bank | Cash | Cash to your bank, or 7% more as store credit |
| When you're paid | Within 3 working days of passing its check | Generally 2–3 weeks | Same day, once checked | Same day, if it arrives Mon–Fri before 2pm | Same day |
| Sending it | Free postage, within 7 days of confirming | Within 14 days of getting your new device | Free, by post or at a Timpson store | Free label or QR code | Free Royal Mail postage |
| Price held for | 2 days | An estimate until Apple checks it | 21 days | Not stated | 14 days |
| Broken or cracked | Yes, cracked and not working too | Recycled for free if it isn't eligible for credit | Yes | Yes, unless snapped in half | Yes, any condition |
Other buyers' terms taken from their own websites, checked 12 November 2026. Their prices for your exact device may differ. Sources: Apple Trade In, musicMagpie, Mazuma, Envirofone.
Before you trade in your MacBook Air (M1 series)
A few minutes of prep keeps your files safe and gets your trade-in through first time.
Forgotten a step? We wipe every device that arrives, so your data is never left on it.
- 1
Back it up
Use Time Machine or iCloud.
- 2
Sign out of your Apple Account
System Settings, click your name, then Sign Out. This also turns off Find My Mac.
- 3
Erase everything
System Settings > General > Transfer or Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
- 4
Pack it safely
Use a padded box. Put a soft cloth between the keyboard and screen.
- 5
Include the charger if you have it
Get your MacBook Air (M1 series) price
Answer a few quick questions and see your offer straight away. Postage is free.
Sell MacBook Air (M1 series): your questions answered
Up to £326. The exact amount depends on configuration and condition. Answer a few quick questions at the top of the page for your offer.
Yes. It came out in 2020, and we still pay up to £326 for it today.
Yes. Tell us the screen is cracked and you'll see your price straight away. You don't need to repair it first.
Get your price, confirm the offer, then print your trade-in slip and post your MacBook to us within 7 days.
Yes. Sign out and turn off Find My Mac. If it's still locked, we can't complete the trade-in and will get in touch to help you sort it.
Your offer is locked for 2 days. Once you confirm it, you have 7 days to post it.
We check your MacBook Air (M1 series) within 2 working days of it arriving. If it passes, the money reaches your bank within 3 working days.
We'll send you a revised offer. If you'd rather not accept it, we'll send your MacBook Air (M1 series) back to you free of charge.
Yes. Every device is fully wiped when it arrives. It's still worth erasing it yourself before you post it.
Upgrading? Get a refurbished MacBook
Once you sell your MacBook Air (M1 series), put the cash towards something newer. Every refurbished MacBook at PhoneMart is tested with up to 100 checks and comes with a 24-month warranty. Delivery is free and tracked on orders over £50.
