Nicosuma's April 2025 Rankings of Used Smartphones
Nicosuma, a used smartphone sales and buyback service operated by Belong Inc. (headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, CEO Koichiro Nishimura), has announced the rankings for used smartphones by sales and purchase numbers for April 2025. One notable observation this time is that Android smartphones did not make it to the buyback ranking.
Sales Ranking Insights
In the sales rankings for April 2025, the AQUOS sense3 has made a remarkable entry at number one for the first time. This surge in sales can be attributed to its competitive pricing, as the average selling price dropped to around 6,000 yen since February, making it more attractive to consumers. This is a significant milestone, given that the iPhone SE (2nd generation), which held the top position for 16 consecutive months since December 2023, has finally ceded its throne.
The increase in transaction numbers for the iPhone SE (3rd generation) has also contributed, resulting in a total ranking for this model at number one, closely followed by AQUOS sense3 and iPhone SE (2nd generation). Notably, the iPhone SE (2nd generation) has not dropped from the top since February 2023, marking a gap of 26 months.
It appears that there is a gradual shift in popularity among iPhones from the iPhone SE (2nd generation) to the iPhone SE (3rd generation). In the buyback ranking, the number of transactions for the iPhone SE (2nd generation) has significantly increased, reclaiming the top spot for the first time in 16 months, indicating a strong demand for this model.
Here is a breakdown of the top-selling used smartphones according to Nicosuma for April 2025:
| Rank | Model (Storage) | Average Selling Price (Change from Previous Month) |
|---|
| -- | ------- | ------------- |
| 1 | AQUOS sense3 (64GB) | 6,210 yen (-172 yen) |
| 2 | iPhone SE (2nd generation) (64GB) | 21,608 yen (+687 yen) |
| 3 | iPhone 7 (32GB) | 8,745 yen (-153 yen) |
| 4 | iPhone SE (3rd generation) (64GB) | 45,635 yen (+1,591 yen) |
| 5 | iPhone SE (3rd generation) (128GB) | 52,291 yen (+2,240 yen) |
| 6 | iPhone 13 (128GB) | 66,761 yen (+463 yen) |
| 7 | iPhone 8 (64GB) | 14,245 yen (-758 yen) |
| 8 | iPhone 12 (64GB) | 42,054 yen (-39 yen) |
| 9 | iPhone SE (2nd generation) (128GB) | 23,123 yen (+219 yen) |
| 10 | iPhone 14 (128GB) | 82,115 yen (+1,782 yen) |
Buyback Ranking Insights
The buyback ranking shows the iPhone SE (2nd generation) leading the list:
| Rank | Model (Storage) |
|---|
| -- | ------- |
| 1 | iPhone SE (2nd generation) (64GB) |
| 2 | iPhone SE (2nd generation) (128GB) |
| 3 | iPhone 8 (64GB) |
| 4 | iPhone 13 (128GB) |
| 5 | iPhone SE (3rd generation) (64GB) |
| 6 | iPhone 11 (64GB) |
| 7 | iPhone 11 (128GB) |
| 8 | iPhone 12 (64GB) |
| 9 | iPhone XR (64GB) |
| 10 | iPhone 7 (32GB) |
Data period: April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
Looking ahead, Nicosuma aims to continually adapt to customer needs and enhance services for both sales and buyback processes.
Discover More
- - Visit the Nicosuma Blog for more details.
- - Nicosuma Theater: Check out our family-oriented, heartwarming short dramas featuring the Nico family on our YouTube channel.
- - About Nicosuma: Managed by Belong, Nicosuma specializes in the sale of used smartphones, assisting customers in choosing devices that fit their lifestyle. Explore more at Nicosuma and Nicosuma Sell.
Conclusion
Amidst a competitive landscape, the used smartphone market continues to evolve. Nicosuma is committed to maintaining quality and providing customers with authentic, reliable service in the realm of pre-owned devices.