The previous generations of MagicBands from Walt Disney World, such as the original MagicBand or MagicBand 2, are incompatible with the Disneyland Resort system.
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Yes, you can use a MagicBand from a previous Walt Disney World vacation for your next Walt Disney World vacation as long as it is active in your My Disney Experience account.
You'll log in to your MyDisneyExperience account and visit the My MagicBands and Cards section. You'll select the person you want to view MagicBands for and then will be able to see which ones are active or inactive. If you want to activate one that has been labeled inactive, you'll just click that option to do so.
REUSE THEMIf you've customized one of your bands or grown partial to a special edition band you purchased, you can reuse a band from a previous trip. Generally, the battery life of MagicBands is between 2-5 years, though the MagicBand+ may last longer because they are rechargeable.
If you aren't sure whether or not to budget them for your vacation, we say…go for it! MagicBand is one of those rare add-ons that makes a big difference regarding ease and convenience on a trip that can sometimes be overwhelming.
My 4 and 2 year old are currently wearing magic bangs and love them. My 4 year old runs to open the door to the room and the 2 year old “checks in” to every ride and park entrance. For $10/$20, it's worth it.
If they are used they are useless. They can't be linked to another account once already linked. The only purpose would be if you wanted the band design, and then you'd still have to purchase a new band in order to get a new puck to switch out. You're better off just buying direct from Disney.
However, even if the long-range battery is no longer working, your MagicBand should still work for any Mickey to Mickey touchpoints, such as entrance tapstyles, Lightning Lane entrances, unlocking the door to your Disney Resort Hotel room, or point of sale terminals when charging purchases to your hotel room folio.
And when it comes to charging your MagicBands – well, it depends on which kind you have! If you purchased an original MagicBand (or MagicBand 2), this style does not need to be charged. When purchased through your My Disney Experience account, this is automatically linked with your account and reservations.
MagicBands and the new MagicBand+ are available at a ton of retail outlets in Walt Disney World. This includes your Walt Disney World Resort Hotel, Disney Springs, and every Park! You can even buy a MagicBand at the Disney store at Orlando International Airport as soon as you arrive!