Many people sell their phone or tablet and leave the official case behind. Some genuine cases and keyboard covers still have resale value, and Sell Techs buys a selection of them. This guide explains which ones we buy, what they are worth and how to send them.
Which cases and covers do you buy?
We buy selected official cases and covers from the device makers, including:
- Apple: genuine Apple leather cases, such as the iPhone 14 Plus Leather Case
- Google: Pixelsnap cases for the Pixel 11 and Pixel 10 series, and the Pixel Tablet case
- Microsoft: Surface Pro and Surface Go Type Covers
- Nintendo: the Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case
We add more cases from time to time. See the current list on our cases and covers page. If yours isn't listed, we can't make an offer for it at the moment.
How much is my case worth?
Our price depends on the exact case and its condition. You can see our current prices in the table below and on the cases and covers page. Once you accept, your price is locked for 14 days.
What condition do you accept?
We offer a price for cases in good, poor and broken condition. Choose the one that best matches yours. Our condition guide explains each option. We check every item when it arrives. If it doesn't match the condition you chose, we will email you a revised offer, which you can accept or decline. We can only buy genuine, official cases, not third-party or copy products.
How to sell your case or cover
- Get your price. Find your case on our cases and covers page and choose its condition.
- Clean it. Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let it dry. For a keyboard cover, remove crumbs and dust from between the keys.
- Send it free. We email you a Royal Mail Tracked 48 label or QR code, with cover up to £150. You can also book a doorstep collection.
- Get paid. We check your item and pay you the same day by bank transfer, PayPal or cheque.
Selling your device at the same time?
You can add your phone, tablet or console to the same order and send everything in one parcel. Pack each item separately. See our packing tips and the prices for iPhones, iPads and consoles.
Why sell to Sell Techs?
- Clear prices online, so you know what you will get before you send anything.
- Free tracked postage, or doorstep collection.
- Payment the same day we check your item.
- A UK team you can call on 020 7070 8222, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Cases & Covers: what we pay today
| Model | Good | Poor | Broken |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Surface Go Type Cover | £15 | £9 | £3.75 |
| Microsoft Surface Pro Type Cover for Surface Pro 3–7+ | £20 | £12 | £5 |
| iPhone 14 Plus Leather Case | £5 | £3 | – |
| Nintendo Switch 2 All-In-One Carrying Case | £15 | £9 | £3.75 |
Top prices for each model, updated live. Your exact offer depends on storage and condition.
Before you send it
- Turn off Find My and sign out of your Apple Account.
- Back up, then erase all content and settings. See how.
- Remove your SIM or eSIM.
- Pack it well. Packing tips.
Cases & Covers: your questions answered
How much do you pay for Cases & Covers?
It depends on the exact model, storage and condition. The table above shows our top prices today. Choose your model on our Cases & Covers page to see your offer in about 30 seconds. Your price is then locked for 14 days.
What condition does it need to be in?
Choose the condition that best matches your device when you get your price. Our condition guide explains what each one means. We test every device when it arrives and check it against the condition you chose.
How do I send it to you?
Postage is free. After you complete your sale, we email you a Royal Mail Tracked 48 label or QR code, which includes cover up to £150 under Royal Mail terms. You can also book a doorstep collection. See postage and collection and our packing tips.
How and when do I get paid?
Choose bank transfer, PayPal or cheque. We pay the day we test your device. See payments for details.
What should I do before I send it?
Back up your data, sign out of your accounts and reset the device to factory settings. Follow our step-by-step guide. Remove any SIM or memory card.