If you’re like most Americans, you have old electronics taking up space in draws, filing cabinets, closets, and other places in your home. They are long forgotten, but taking up valuable space. You’re cleaning out part of your home office, and there they are. You haven’t used them for a while, but you know you should not just throw them away.

On the other hand, you’re in the market for a new phone or tablet, but you do not need it to be the latest release or the fanciest technology. Perhaps you have a favorite model of smartphone, and no one carries it anymore.

In both scenarios, looking at online retailers that specialize in buying and selling electronics can get you what you need — your favorite version of smartphone or extra space in your home.

Here are the top companies that can help you buy the perfect phone, tablet, or laptop and help you get rid of your unwanted electronics for cash.

Gazelle

This company promises to save consumers money on the cost of electronics, including iPhones, Samsung devices, Apple computers, and other tablets or laptops. They also promise to pay you for your old electronics, even if those devices have been damaged or no longer work.

Gazelle started as a company that would help you trade in your old electronics for new-to-you devices. They have since expanded to giving you cash or gift cards for devices and offering great, low prices on like-new options.

For people who have broken phones piling up in a junk drawer, Gazelle can help you declutter your home. Gazelle has even set up kiosks in several locations, so you can take your electronics directly there and get cash in hand in minutes. 

  • What they sell: Gazelle sells all types of older electronics, including smartphones like iPhones, Google Pixel, HTC, and others. They also sell tablets from Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft. They even sell iPods.

  • Prices: The prices they offer to those selling devices will range based on the condition of the electronics. For an iPhone 8 in good condition, you could get around $240. You can also sell broken phones for quick cash.
    Buyers get very similar prices. For example, you can buy a Samsung Galaxy S8, in like-new condition, for as little as $389.
    If you have old technology and know what you want to replace it, you can trade in your phone or laptop for a new one.

  • Unsold tech: Gazelle does not disclose what they do with devices that are not sellable. The company does not take devices that have been reported lost or stolen.

  • Payment and shipping: You get paid in whichever way you want, including via Amazon gift card, PayPal, or a check in the mail. You can trade in your old devices, but Gazelle does not give you store credit. They consider this a different type of transaction.

Flipsy

Unlike competitors, Flipsy does not sell like-new devices to consumers. Flipsy focuses on keeping users informed about the value of their older electronics and helping them sell these devices, either through Flipsy’s website or through a different company.

Prices are estimated based on Flipsy’s unbiased understanding of market trends, so sellers can seek fair prices from everyone. 

  • What they sell: Flipsy helps you sell — either to them or to a listed vendor — a wide range of electronics, such as Apple products like iPhones, iPads, and Apple watches; Android phones and other brands of tablets; Samsung smartwatches; and video game consoles.

  • Prices: Because Flipsy monitors market trends in values of older model electronics, prices can vary, but the company ensures fair and good pricing for any item you wish to sell. You can set your price to sell your electronics based on Flipsy’s estimate or set a price notification. When a vendor wants to pay whatever your estimate is, you will receive an alert so you can get paid quickly.

  • Unsold tech: Since Flipsy has so many vendors, you are very likely to sell your electronics in a matter of days. You can choose to take your listing down if you do not sell your electronics within a certain amount of time and find another way to get rid of them.

  • Payment and shipping: Since Flipsy connects you to other vendors, how you get paid will be up to them. You might get a check in the mail, a PayPal transaction, store credit, or other methods of payment.
    If you are unhappy with the pay arrangement, you can choose not to sell to that vendor. Buyback stores will pay for shipping too, so you don’t have to.

ItsWorthMore.com

As a recommerce site, ItsWorthMore.com both buys and sells your electronic devices, facilitating transactions between those who want like-new phones or tablets and those who need to get rid of their older devices. There is no hassle or risk as with auction websites, and you can find good prices on a range of Apple, Samsung, and Android electronics.

Whether you’re buying or selling, the website asks you several questions about what you want. You then get an offer based on the best market value for what you want to sell or a competitive price for a high-quality device you want to purchase. You can also trade in bulk items for store credit. 

  • What they sell: ItsWorthMore.com offers a wide range of iPhones, Samsung phones, Android phones like HTC or LG, and iPads. There is a clearance section for items that are less supported or losing popularity but still have a loyal following.

  • Prices: When you sell to ItsWorthMore.com, the offered price is based on the quality of your device and the model year. Unscratched, functioning devices get the best prices, but you are guaranteed to get the fairest estimate. For example, a Google Pixel 2 can be worth up to $230.
    If you’re buying certified used electronics, you will also get the best possible deal on high-quality items. For example, if you want a gold iPhone 6, you might pay $150, which is very reasonable for such a popular model.

  • Unsold tech: Regardless of whether your device sells or not, ItsWorthMore.com will pay you for your item. If, for any reason, your electronics do not sell through their marketplace, they will be recycled.

  • Payment and shipping: When you sell with ItsWorthMore.com, you can either get a check in the mail or a PayPal transfer. You can expect to be paid within three days of your item being received at the ItsWorthMore.com warehouse. Shipping is free, and you’ll get a UPS shipping label to print out.

Many Options for Buying or Selling Electronics Online

You have many marketplace choices where you can sell your devices or purchase like-new electronics. Working with a company that does much of the footwork for you can alleviate some stress. You know you’re getting a device examined by experts for wear and tear, and you know that you are getting the best price for your electronics. This makes the process easy.

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