Value depends on a few things: the phone's physical condition, storage size, whether it's carrier-locked, and any active security settings. ecoATM pays instant cash at kiosks and offers payment by cash, Venmo, or PayPal, and in many cases customers find ecoATM's instant cash offers competitive with carrier trade-in values. The exact amount is determined when the kiosk evaluates your device on the spot.

Start by getting an online price estimate on ecoATM's website, then prepare your device by backing up data and removing accounts. Bring the phone to one of ecoATM's 6,000+ kiosks (found inside Walmart and other major retailers), connect the device so the kiosk can run a quick diagnostic, and then accept or decline the offer. If you accept, ecoATM pays instantly via cash, Venmo, or PayPal.

Yes — ecoATM accepts devices with cracked screens, dents, faulty batteries, and other damage, though visible or functional issues will lower the offer. If the kiosk cannot make a cash offer for resale, ecoATM will accept the device for responsible recycling so it doesn't end up in a landfill. ecoATM evaluates every device and explains the offer before you decide.

Yes — ecoATM buys both carrier-locked and unlocked Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 phones, but carrier-locked devices typically receive a lower offer than unlocked ones because locks limit resale options. A carrier lock means the phone is tied to a specific mobile provider until it's unlocked, but ecoATM will still provide a competitive cash offer based on the device's condition and other factors. You can compare the kiosk's offer to other options, but the transaction at ecoATM is immediate.

Back up any important photos and files, sign out of your Google account and any other accounts, and disable Factory Reset Protection if applicable so the device can be reset. Remove your SIM card, then perform a factory reset before you bring the phone to an ecoATM kiosk; this protects your data and speeds the kiosk process. ecoATM also performs additional data wiping on devices after purchase.

You should factory reset your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 before selling to remove personal data, and ecoATM also performs additional data wiping and secure handling on devices after purchase. ecoATM states it uses secure data handling practices and wipes devices to industry standards before resale. Taking the simple preparation steps above gives you the strongest protection for your personal information.

Devices in good condition are refurbished and resold, which extends their useful life and reduces waste. Devices that can't be resold are recycled responsibly through ecoATM's e-waste partners, keeping toxic materials out of landfills and supporting a circular approach to electronics. ecoATM's re-commerce network helps divert devices from landfill and returns value to sellers and the environment.

The trade-in value of your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 isn't fixed — it's based on factors like storage capacity, physical and functional condition, and whether the device is carrier-locked or unlocked. ecoATM gives you an instant cash offer at the kiosk (paid in cash or via Venmo/PayPal where available) rather than store credit, so you can see what your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is really worth before you commit. Start with an online estimate, then complete a quick on-site diagnostic at a kiosk to lock in your final trade-in value.