Ecoatm

Recycling Center in East Brunswick, New Jersey

📍 290 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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About This Location

The ecoATM kiosk at 290 State Route 18, East Brunswick sits inside the Walmart Supercenter (#3078) and lets you trade in or recycle used cell phones, tablets, and MP3 players for instant cash — no appointment needed. This is an automated self-service kiosk, not a staffed public drop-off recycling center: you interact entirely with the machine, which scans your device, checks its make, model, and condition, and makes you a cash offer on the spot. Every transaction requires a valid, unexpired US state-issued photo ID and live remote identity verification by an ecoATM agent via the kiosk's built-in webcam. Sellers must be at least 18 years old. Devices that cannot be sold for cash (too old, broken beyond resale) are still accepted for responsible e-waste recycling at no charge.

What ecoATM Accepts

✓ Cell phones (all brands, all conditions) (Accepts smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Google, LG, Motorola, ZTE, and more. Broken or damaged phones accepted; offer price reflects condition. Phones that are iCloud-locked, blacklisted, or not fully paid off are NOT accepted for purchase.)
✓ Tablets (Including Apple iPads and Android tablets. Tablet acceptance can vary by individual kiosk — confirm via ecoATM's kiosk locator before visiting.)
✓ MP3 players (All brands of portable MP3 players accepted for cash or recycling.)
✓ Chargers and accessories (for recycling only) (Chargers and accessories that came with a device can be turned in for recycling. No additional cash payment is made for accessories.)

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What they do not accept

✕ iCloud-locked, blacklisted, or unpaid phones
✕ Laptops, desktop computers, TVs, and large electronics
✕ Devices with no recyclable value

ecoATM kiosks are designed specifically for mobile electronics (phones, tablets, MP3 players). Items outside those categories — including laptops, monitors, printers, and household appliances — are not accepted. Confirm tablet acceptance for this specific kiosk via the ecoATM locator.

Fees

  • Device trade-in / recycling — No fee. The kiosk pays you cash for eligible devices. Devices accepted only for recycling (no resale value) receive a nominal $1 recycling token per ecoATM's stated policy.

Access & restrictions

Public; no appointment required. Walk up to the kiosk inside Walmart Supercenter #3078 at 290 State Route 18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816. · Device should be charged before visiting. Back up data, perform a factory reset, and remove SIM and memory cards before the transaction. The kiosk also conducts a live remote identity check via webcam for every transaction.

Programs & events

  • ecoATM Instant Cash for Devices — Automated kiosk program that evaluates used mobile electronics and pays cash on the spot. Devices are either resold for reuse or responsibly recycled, diverting e-waste from landfills.
  • Free E-Waste Recycling (no-value devices) — Devices that cannot be purchased for cash are still accepted for responsible recycling. ecoATM offers a $1 recycling token as a thank-you for qualifying zero-value devices.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ecoATM in East Brunswick a staffed drop-off center or an automated kiosk?

It is a fully automated kiosk inside the Walmart Supercenter at 290 State Route 18. There is no staff at the kiosk itself; a remote ecoATM agent verifies each transaction in real time via the kiosk's built-in webcam.

What ID do I need to bring, and are there age restrictions?

You must bring a valid, unexpired US state-issued photo ID — a driver's license or standard state ID card. Military IDs, passport books or cards, enhanced driver's licenses, and paper IDs are not accepted. You must be at least 18 years old to complete a transaction.

Can I recycle a cracked or broken phone here, and will I get paid?

Yes. Broken and damaged phones are accepted. The kiosk will assess the device's condition and adjust the cash offer accordingly. If the phone has no resale value, ecoATM will still recycle it responsibly and may offer a small $1 recycling token. Phones that are iCloud-locked, blacklisted, or still being financed cannot be accepted.

Does this kiosk accept tablets and MP3 players, or only phones?

ecoATM kiosks nationally accept cell phones, tablets, and MP3 players, but tablet acceptance can vary by individual kiosk location. Check the ecoATM kiosk locator or call ahead to confirm this specific unit accepts your tablet before making the trip.

Is there a limit on how many devices I can sell at one visit?

Yes. ecoATM limits transactions to up to three devices per visit, regardless of device type.

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Contact & Location

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290 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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East Brunswick, New Jersey

Opening Hours

Monday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Tuesday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Wednesday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Thursday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Friday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Saturday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 8:00 AM–11:30 PM)
Sunday 12:00 AM – 12:00 AM (24 hrs per Walmart; 3rd-party sources list 9:00 AM–11:30 PM)

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