Mail-in trade-in
Sell your phone in Hamilton.
Get your offer in under a minute and lock it for 10 days. Ship it from Hamilton with our prepaid label, and we pay you 24 hours to 3 business days after inspection.
- 10-day price lock
- Prepaid label
- Paid 24 hours to 3 business days
Lost, stolen or activation-locked devices aren't eligible.
iPhone 15 Pro · 256GB · Good
- Prepaid label Anywhere in Canada
- Paid in 24h to 3 business days Business days, after we get it
- 10-day price lock Your quote stays valid
- Data wiped On every device we buy
What are you selling?
Pick a category and see your offer in about a minute. No account needed.
What SmartSource pays
We pay top dollar for your tech in Canada.
A few of our current top offers. Pick yours for an exact quote.
iPhone
See all iPhone pricesSamsung Galaxy
See all Samsung Galaxy pricesGoogle Pixel
See all Google Pixel pricesPrices updated October 10, 2026. "Up to" is the top storage, brand new sealed where we buy sealed, otherwise Like New. Final offer follows inspection.
Selling a phone in Hamilton
Hamilton sellers get the same offer as Toronto, with no trip down the QEW. Get your price online, ship it from any Hamilton Canada Post counter with our prepaid label, and get paid by e-Transfer once we check it.
How selling from Hamilton works
- Get your offer online. Pick your device, storage and condition. Your price is locked for 10 days.
- Ship it from Hamilton. We email you a prepaid Canada Post label. Drop the box at any Canada Post counter or post office in Hamilton. Expedited parcels from the Hamilton area usually reach us in 1 to 2 business days.
- We check it. We test it against the condition you picked and wipe your data.
- Get paid by e-Transfer within 24 hours to 3 business days of it arriving.
Students at McMaster and Mohawk: a cracked phone still has value. Pick Cracked or Minor Issue in the quote tool to see your price.
Ways to sell a phone in Hamilton, compared
| Option | Meetup or store visit | How you're paid | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mail it to SmartSource | No. Ship it with our prepaid label | e-Transfer, 24 hours to 3 business days after it arrives | Firm offer online, locked for 10 days. Final price after inspection |
| Sell it privately on a classifieds app | Yes. You meet a stranger | Cash or e-Transfer at the meetup | You set the price, but buyers haggle, and no-shows and scams are common |
| Carrier store trade-in | Yes. You go to a store | Usually a bill or store credit | Normally tied to buying a new phone or plan |
Areas we buy from in Hamilton
We buy from every part of Hamilton, including Downtown, Westdale, the Mountain, Stoney Creek, Ancaster and Dundas, and every L8 and L9 postal code. If Canada Post delivers to your address, our prepaid label works there.
Hamilton trade-in questions
Can I drop off my phone in person in Hamilton?
No. We're an online buyer with no storefront, so every trade-in ships with our prepaid label. Pick-up is paused for now.
How fast do I get paid in Hamilton?
We pay by e-Transfer within 24 hours to 3 business days of your device arriving. Parcels from the Hamilton area usually arrive in 1 to 2 business days.
Is it safe to ship my phone?
Yes. The label is tracked from drop-off to our door. If inspection finds a different condition, we send you a revised offer first. Decline it and we return your device free. Sign out of your accounts and erase the phone before you send it.
Do you buy cracked or financed phones in Hamilton?
Yes to both. Pick Cracked or Minor Issue for cracked glass. Financed phones get a 25% lower offer because a balance is still owed to the carrier. We can't buy phones reported lost or stolen or locked to an account.
Which models do you buy?
iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, iPad, Apple Watch, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch. See what we pay for every model.
We also buy phones in
Find your device trade-in guide
Every model we buy, its top offer and a quote tool just for that device.
Just 3 easy steps
From quote to payment, here's how it works.
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Get an offer
Answer a few quick questions about your device and see your offer online. It only takes a couple of minutes.
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Ship it with our prepaid label
Ship it with the prepaid label we email you, within 10 days of your quote.
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Get paid
We check your device and pay you within 24 hours to 3 business days of receiving it.
For businesses, schools and big upgrades
Selling 10 or more devices?
Send us your list and get one offer for the whole lot, with prepaid shipping labels.
FAQs
The questions people always ask
How long does payment take?
We pay within 24 hours to 3 business days of receiving your device.
How long is my quote valid?
Your quote is locked for 10 days. Ship it or book your pick-up within that window, or the quote expires and you'll need a new one.
Do I need to remove my accounts?
Yes. Before you send it, sign out of iCloud and turn off Find My (iPhone), or remove your Google and Samsung accounts (Android), then take out your SIM card. We can't buy a device that's still locked to an account.
What if my phone is cracked?
We still buy it. Choose Cracked or Minor Issue in the quote tool to see your price.
What if inspection finds a different condition?
We send you a revised offer. Accept it and we pay the new amount. Decline it and we return your device free.
Do you buy locked or financed phones?
We can't buy phones that are blacklisted, reported lost or stolen, or locked to an iCloud or Google account. Phones still on a financing plan or carrier contract are fine: the offer is 25% lower because a balance is still owed to the carrier. Keep paying your carrier as normal.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Every device we buy is securely wiped before it's resold. Back it up and reset it before you send it, too.
