10 Best Places to Sell Electronics For The Most Cash

How many tech gadgets, such as old phones, tablets, and video games, do you have sitting in your house, unused in a drawer or closet? Nowadays, selling your used electronics and making some quick cash is easy.

From apps to sell your old items or local stores, we have compiled a list of places to sell them that fit your schedule.

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Where to Sell Electronics

Here is our list of the top places to sell your old electronics. Some pay out in cash, others in gift cards, and some in in-store credit. Find the one that best fits you.

1. SellCell

SellCell makes it easy to find the best place to sell your electronics. Enter the item you want to sell, and they compile a list of top buyers.

Not only does SellCell let you sell your phones, but they also accept:

Tablets
Gaming devices
Smart home tech
GoPro
Wearables

Simply find your item and see the list of buyers. From there, click the get paid button, and SellCell will take you directly to that buyer to process your sale. How will I get paid? SellCell typically pays out via these options: PayPal, check, or Amazon gift card.

2. Swappa

With Swappa, you can sell gently used smartphones, laptops, gaming systems, and other electronic items. This company does not allow users to sell broken items – only items in proper working condition can be sold.

They don’t charge listing fees. However, Swappa does charge a selling fee after your item sells. According to their website, their selling fees are significantly less than you would pay on eBay or similar sites.

3. Gazelle

Gazelle will buy your electronics, but it also buys a limited number of brands. It looks like they primarily deal in Apple, Samsung, and Sony products.

After you get your offer price from Gazelle (it takes less than a minute in most cases), you can enter your information, and the company will send you a box for free shipping.

After the product is received, it is examined carefully. If it’s in the condition you stated it was, you’ll receive your full payment. If not, they’ll send you a counteroffer for a lower price.

4. Amazon Trade-In

Do you want to upgrade your electronics? Amazon Trade-In buys working and non-working electronics from any brand.

It’s even possible to sell older models that other buyback sites won’t. You mail your item to Amazon, which inspects it within seven days. Your payment is an Amazon gift card.

While you might sell your Amazon gift card for cash, consider this option. Amazon makes your trade-in balance worth 25% more when you buy an Amazon Fire tablet.

It’s also possible to trade in your other tech devices, video games, and books. To see all the trade-in options, browse through your Amazon purchase history. If Amazon offers buybacks, you will see a trade-in option.

5. eBay

eBay can also be a great place to sell used electronics; even non-working items may sell for parts or to those who refurbish and resell.

I find it helpful to pay close attention to reviews when buying and selling on eBay. The higher the reviews, the less likely you are to have a bad experience as you sell your stuff.

Remember, as you set your price, consider the listing, selling, and shipping costs.

6. Facebook Marketplace

Facebook Marketplace is a relatively new venue for selling your stuff. The site aims to create a potentially more secure atmosphere than selling on an anonymous site such as Craigslist. Look for your local neighborhood and community pages to sell your treasures.

Neighborhood sellers will use terms like PPU (Porch Pick Up). Simply put your item out on the porch, schedule the pick-up, and money transfer (Zelle, Venmo, PayPal)

Bonus: No fees when selling here.

7. OfferUp

OfferUp recently merged with Letgo. Listing your electronics or other items for sale is free, and there are no selling fees. Be sure to use appropriate safety measures when meeting with potential buyers.

OfferUp is active in all fifty states and several cities in each state.

8. Craigslist

You probably already know a lot about selling electronics and other items on Craigslist. You can list almost any electronic item for sale there and never know what people will buy.

Even broken items could sell to the right buyer, and there are no listing or selling fees to pay.

Remember to take safety precautions when selling via Craigslist and similar sites, such as meeting in a public place and telling others where you are going. See our related article here.

9. Gadget Salvation

Gadget Salvation takes “pretty much” any electronic item in any condition. Examples of items they buy include laptops, cell phones, smartphones, GPS units, MP3 players, and video gaming consoles.

After you receive and accept your offer, they’ll send you a free pre-paid shipping label, and you can box up your items and send them in.

Your payment is usually sent within 24 hours of receiving your item, but it may take 48 hours to appear in PayPal.

10. EcoATM

EcoATM is an interesting option for selling used electronic items. To do so, you go to one of the over 7,500 U.S. EcoATM recycling kiosks. After you deposit your device into the system, it analyzes it and gives you a cash offer.

If you accept the offer, you get your cash on the spot. If you don’t, your device is returned to you. As of this writing, EcoATM accepts all mobile devices and tablets.

Are you worried about someone stealing and depositing your phone at an EcoATM location? Don’t. The kiosks require all sellers to insert a valid ID, submit a thumbprint, and be photographed before they hand over the cash.

FAQ’s About Selling Electronics

When it comes to selling your electronics, certain questions come up. Here’s a look at a few to answer your questions.

Where Can I Make The Most Money For My Electronics?

You have options for selling your electronics online or in a local marketplace.
First, consider the time you need to spend selling your electronics and getting the item ready to sell.

If you plan to sell online, sites like SellCell compare all the sites, saving you time.

Can I Sell My Outdated Electronics?

Yes, vintage and outdated electronics are hot commodities today. If your equipment is in decent shape, you may find buyers. Sites like eBay are great for finding similar electronics for sale.

How Much Can I Sell My Used Electronics For?

There’s a rule of thumb for how much we should sell items for. Used items typically sell for 25% of their retail cost, and well-worn items will be 10%. So, if an item sells for $100, a used item would be $25.

However, make sure to check online at selling sites to compare prices. Name-brand and newer used items will sell for more.

Summary

There is money to be made with all the available companies offering to buy used electronics. You should always do your due diligence and get the best price for what you have to sell.

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