Buyers of the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 can now benefit from a new 5-year credit plan offered by the tech giant.
In a significant move, Samsung UK has revamped its trade-in program, providing users with the ability to trade their Samsung smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches at any time[1]. This shift from the previous system, which restricted trade-ins to purchase time only, offers UK customers store credit that remains valid for five years.
The new program offers substantial discounts on new Galaxy devices when trading in eligible older models. For instance, current trade-in deals include up to £580 off the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, up to £600 off the Galaxy Z Flip 7, and £200 off the Galaxy Watch 8 in the UK[3][5]. The July 2025 "dual trade-in" deal also provided an extra £200 discount for trading in two devices, enhancing savings for foldable buyers like the Galaxy Z Fold 7[5].
Compared to past offers, this more flexible and extended validity credit system offers better long-term value and convenience. The trade-in values for premium foldable phones appear competitive and are part of Samsung's broader strategy to promote its premium and innovative Galaxy Z foldable lineup, which continues to gain market traction[2].
However, Samsung's trade-in program remains exclusive to its own devices in the UK, while Apple typically offers trade-in for iPhones and some non-Apple products. Although exact UK trade-in value comparisons aren't detailed, Apple is known for offering strong trade-in values on recent iPhones, often tightly integrated with their upgrade programs[1]. Samsung now similarly encourages ecosystem lock-in by allowing accumulated store credit usable across a wider product range like phones, wearables, TVs, and appliances, thereby differentiating itself through versatility[1][2].
In the US, Samsung's trade-in program also offers competitive values. For instance, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is currently being offered $800, while the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is being offered $900[4]. The program accepts more brands like Xiaomi, Realme, Oppo, Sony, and others for trade-in and purchase[4]. Notably, older Google Pixel models like the Pixel 8 Pro are getting $250 in trade-in values, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Fold are getting $600[4]. The iPhone 13 Pro Max gets $300 in trade-in values, and the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S22 Ultra, and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra are offered $400, $500, and $600, respectively[4].
In conclusion, Samsung's new trade-in program offers flexibility, competitive trade-in values, and extended credit validity in both the UK and the US. While the program remains exclusive to Samsung devices in the UK, it accepts a wide range of other brands for trade-in and purchase in the US. This strategy aims to encourage customers to trade-in their old devices and upgrade to new Samsung products, thereby promoting the sales of premium and innovative devices like the Galaxy Z foldable lineup.
References: [1] Samsung UK Trade-In Program: https://www.samsung.com/uk/trade-in/ [2] Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold Lineup: https://www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold/ [3] Samsung UK Trade-In Deals: https://www.samsung.com/uk/offer/trade-in-deals/ [4] Samsung US Trade-In Program: https://www.samsung.com/us/trade-in/ [5] Samsung UK Dual Trade-In Deal: https://www.samsung.com/uk/offer/dual-trade-in-offer/
- The revamped Samsung UK trade-in program not only providesusers with financial benefits, such as discounts on new Galaxy devices, but it also supports health and wellness by encouraging people to upgrade to the latest technology, like the Galaxy Watch 8, promoting a healthier lifestyle through better connectivity and fitness features.
- With the new extended five-year store credit validity, Samsung's trade-in program not only enhances the financial health of its customers by offering competitive trade-in values, but it also boosts the overall economic health by promoting sustainable practices through the recycling and re-use of old electronic devices.
