Ecoatm
Recycling Center in Decatur, Illinois
About This Location
This ecoATM is an automated kiosk inside the Kroger store at 3070 N Water Street in Decatur, Illinois, where you can sell or recycle a used cell phone, foldable, or iPod for instant cash. The machine evaluates your device on the spot using machine vision, electrical diagnostics, and AI, then pays you immediately. You must bring a valid state-issued ID to complete a sale. It is a device buyback and recycling kiosk, not a general household recycling center.
What ecoATM Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics
What they do not accept
This kiosk takes phones, foldables, and iPods only; tablets are not accepted here. It is not a general recycling drop-off for household materials, electronics other than mobile devices, batteries, or appliances.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public as a self-service kiosk. A valid state-issued ID is required to sell a device. Payment is instant cash based on the machine's evaluation.
Programs & events
- Device buyback and recycling — ecoATM pays instant cash for eligible used devices and recycles those with no resale value, keeping electronics out of the landfill.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get money for recycling a phone at this ecoATM in Decatur?
Yes. The kiosk evaluates your cell phone, foldable, or iPod and pays instant cash on the spot. The amount depends on the device's make, model, and condition.
Where is the ecoATM located in Decatur, IL?
It is a kiosk inside the Kroger store at 3070 N Water Street, Decatur, IL 62526, positioned on the front wall of the store.
Do I need ID to use the ecoATM?
Yes. You must bring a valid state-issued ID to sell a device at the kiosk.
What devices does this ecoATM not accept?
This location accepts phones, foldables, and iPods, but it does not accept tablets. It is not a drop-off for other household recyclables.
What are the ecoATM hours?
Third-party listings show the kiosk available daily from about 4 AM to 11:45 PM, which is outside the Kroger store's 7 AM to 10 PM hours. Availability depends on store access, so plan around Kroger's open hours.
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