Are you looking to free up closet space and make money fast? Selling your items is one of the quickest ways to raise cash.
And using the right selling app can help you simplify things and earn you top dollar. But you also want a hassle-free way to sell your stuff online and locally.
Digital selling apps can help you do the job faster and turn your old and like-new belongings into cash. And who knows? Maybe online selling turns into the online business idea you’ve been looking for.
Here’s our list of the top apps to help you sell your stuff online.
1. Decluttr
Do you have old CDs, DVDs or Blu-rays gathering dust somewhere around your home? You can easily turn them into cash by selling them through Declutter.
The Decluttr app also makes it easy to sell your phone, laptop and other tech. Just pack your items into a box and Declutter provides the shipping label for free. You can find their app in the App Store and in Google Play.
What’s good about it? It’s simple to use. You tell Decluttr the brand and condition of your item, and they’ll quote you a valuation. If you’re selling CD’s, DVD’s, or video games, scan their barcodes with their app and get an instant price. Shipping is free and you get paid via direct deposit or PayPal. Plus, you’ll get more for your phone than selling it back to your old carrier.
Applicable fees: No fees. Decluttr makes money by quoting you a valuation, paying you a price, and then selling your items at a profit.
2. Poshmark
Is your closet packed with items just hanging there unused? You know the feeling: your closet’s full, but you still have nothing to wear. Sounds familiar? That’s a healthy sign that some of your items need to go.
You can list your like-new fashion on Poshmark and earn cash. Their site is also available as an app for iOS and Android.
What’s good about it? You can get started with your first sale in under a minute. For best results, take a photo of the item you want to sell within the app. After you make a sale, you’ll get a free shipping label to send your item to the buyer. Poshmark will post your earnings to your account when the item is delivered.
Applicable fees: There’s a flat fee of $2.95 for items under $15. For orders that are $15 and over, they keep 20% of the sale, and you get the other 80%.
3. Gazelle
If you own several Apple devices, chances are that at least one of them has fallen into disuse. Maybe it’s an old iPhone or iPad. Sell it with Gazelle and earn some extra cash. It’s fast and simple.
Do you own an Android phone instead? That’s fine. Gazelle buys several models of Samsung and Google phones too.
What’s good about it? You can get an offer for your device in just a few clicks. And there’s a no risk return policy if you get a revised price and you don’t agree with it. Shipping is free and Gazelle pays by check, PayPal or Amazon gift card. If you choose payment via gift card, you can earn an extra 3% on your sales price.
Applicable fees: No fees. Gazelle makes money by reselling the devices it buys.
4. Letgo (Now part of OfferUp)
Do you have items at home that you no longer use or want? People in your area might be looking to buy them and save. That’s where Letgo can be helpful to you.
Letgo is a popular secondhand marketplace to buy and sell items locally. You can find it on Google Play for Android and on the OfferUp website.
What’s good about it? Posting your items for sale is painless and intuitive. And there’s multiple categories of secondhand items you can sell on Letgo. Their app makes it easy and secure to chat with potential buyers and answer their questions, helping you close the sale.
Applicable fees: It’s completely free. Letgo doesn’t charge any sales commissions as the site makes its money from advertisements.
5. OfferUp
Another trusted marketplace that lets you connect with buyers of pre owned items is OfferUp. With OfferUp you can sell locally or country-wide since they offer shipping on select items.
The app lets you sell pretty much any unwanted stuff you may have, including furniture, electronics, and even cars. Since trust is an important factor, the app lets you check profiles and transaction histories of other members. OfferUp is available for both iOS and Android.
What’s good about it? You can start selling in seconds by simply taking a picture with your phone and posting it. Buyers can instant message you directly within the app and negotiate a price. For local items, you can have the buyer meet and pick up locally. If your buyer is in the continental US, you can have the item shipped to them.
Applicable fees: There are no selling fees. However, if you wish to promote your item, OfferUp offers premium services such as their Promote Plus and Bump features to sell faster.
6. Mercari
From clothes, cell phones to workout gear, you can sell just about anything on Mercari. The app appeals to individual sellers by making it easy to sell things you don’t use, never used or simply outgrew.
The Mercari app is very user friendly and easy to navigate. Not surprisingly, the app is highly rated on both the App Store and Google Play.
What’s good about it? Selling is simple. Just take a few pictures, add a description and set your item’s price. At Mercari, buyers and sellers are rated in the app, helping keep everyone honest. Plus, all items ship, so you won’t need to meet with your buyers.
Applicable fees: There’s a flat 10% fee charged when your sale completes. Shipping isn’t free, but given their volume, Mercari’s shipping rates are lower on average than retail rates. Their labels also come with shipping protection.
7. Facebook buy & sell groups
The Buy and Sell Groups section on Facebook is another popular way to sell your used or new items online and locally. Just join a group near you and post your items to sell.
Once you enter the Buy and Sell Groups page, the app will display a list of suggested groups to join. Groups are organized around member-generated categories such as furniture, baby goods and even rooms for rent. If a group is private, you’ll need to apply in order to be considered.
What’s good about it? Facebook’s broad reach can help you find potential buyers who might not use other marketplace apps or online classifieds like Craigslist. Besides, posting items is easy and interested buyers can message you directly.
Applicable fees: No selling fees.
8. ThredUP
If you like the idea of getting paid for your quality clothes and accessories, but don’t want to deal with buyers directly, ThredUp might be a good fit for you.
The process is simple. Start by ordering a shipping kit, send it out and get paid when your accepted items sell. There’s no pictures to take, descriptions to fill or pricing to negotiate.
What’s good about it? ThredUp handles the selling for you. So you don’t need to chat with buyers, meet them or handle shipping. Once your accepted items list on consignment, you’ll get paid after they sell.
Applicable fees: ThredUp uses a sliding scale to calculate your payout. The more expensive your item, the more you’ll earn. For example, items that sell for less than $20 have a 5% to 10% payout. But items that sell for more than $100 have a payout of 60% to 80%.
9. Tradesy
Do you have designer fashion you no longer want? Perhaps you crave something different, or maybe you want to get top dollar for your designer items. If that’s the case, Tradesy has your back.
Tradesy is a buy and sell marketplace for designer fashion. With their app, you can sell your items directly from your closet in no time. Just create a listing, set your price and get paid when your stuff sells. The Tradesy app is available for iOS and Android.
What’s good about it? This app focuses on designer fashion, so your items will get exposed to an audience of stylish buyers. And Tradesy takes care of the shipping costs so you don’t have to.
Applicable fees: Tradesy has a flat commission fee of $7.50 for items below $50. On sold items of $50 or more, the commission rate is 19.8%.
10. Chairish
Do you own antiques or vintage items that have extended their welcome in your home? Sell them on Chairish – a marketplace for unique furniture, art and decor.
Create a free listing with your iPhone or iPad and the app makes it more attractive to your buyers. Chairish will make your listing look professional, adding descriptions and even touching up your photos. Chairish is available on the App store.
What’s good about it? Listing is a three-step process where you provide photos of your item, specify its condition and give your price. Once your item sells, drop it off at your nearest UPS store for shipping. If you don’t want to deal with packing, Chairish offers a small-fee service where they do all the work for you.
Applicable fees: Chairish has a 30% flat commission rate on consigned items.