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15 Places to Sell CDs
Ziffit
(No charges or fees)
Ziffit is a little known CD buyback site compared to many others I will cover on this list but don’t let this deter you from using this option. The platform has an excellent reputation online, you can trade your CDs in or sell them directly as you wish. Ziffit also accepts Games, Books and DVDs and the trade-in valuation is fair.
When you want to find out how much you used media is worth scan the barcode and presse the ·Get Value” button. This will give you an instant valuation. If you think the offer is fair you can continue as directed and get paid directly via Check, Direct Deposit or PayPal.
Ziffit is easy to use, the free app works on iOS and Android and this website must be considered when you want to sell or trade-in your old media.
Bonavendi
(App has a built in barcode scanner)
Bonavendi is a price comparison website when you can sell you used items, including:
This is a great site because the company gets you better deals by comparing price offers from many other buyback websites.
The prices can vary a great deal. Most CDs sell for between $0.70 – $0.90 each. But, there are rarities and collectibles. It is possible to sell your CD for more if it is in demand. At these prices you can free up a lot of money fast, if you have a lot of unused media lying around. The Bonavendi app is free to download, it works on Android and iOS and you can scan the media barcodes directly to save time.
Decluttr
(Free shipping for orders over $5)
Decluttr Summary
- Next-day payment upon delivery of goods
- Get the best prices for your used tech
- 2 different payment options available
- Get extra cash if you are a student
Decluttr is a fantastic way to sell your used CDs. You can also get rid of other unwanted items, such as:
- Old smartphones,
- Tablets
- Other “Tech”.
Selling your used CDs is pretty easy if you have the IPC barcode number. The selling prices seem fair, Again, the valuation can vary a great deal. Some CDs are rarer or more desirable than others and this will affect the price.
On average a CD sold with Decluttr will have a price of between $0.45 – $0.65 each. This may seem lower than some of the other options on our list. But there is a “Next Day PAY” option if you need quick access to your money the day after your free shipment to Decluttr arrives.
If you don’t have the UPC barcode you cannot get a valuation from Decluttr, but if you type the name of your items into Google you can get the barcode number.
BuybackExpress
(Covers your PayPal fees)
BuybackExpress is a buyback website that specializes in used electronics. They also purchase used CDs at good rates. Again, like Decluttr you will need the IPC barcode to get an offer for each used CD you want to sell.
But, to speed up the process BuybackExpress allows you to input up to 15 UPC barcodes at once.
The average valuation for a used CD is between $0.45 – $0.65 per CD. The company has free shipping and tracking of any parcels you send and you receive your payment via PayPal or check once the parcel has been processed.
Eagle Saver
(Free shipping for batches over $20)
EagleSaver.com Summary
- 24-hour payment processing
- Low required minimum buyback order
- Free shipping
- Easy-to-use mobile app
Eagle Saver is a great place to sell your used CDs and get paid quickly. In fact, this company has a 24-hour payment guarantee for sellers after they have received the shipment of the items. Payments are made via check or Paypal
The CD valuations range for $0.55 up to $0.75 per CD. One thing to bear in mind is that Eagle Saver requires a $20.00 valuation and an average item worth of $1.00 to get the free shipping option. If you can meet these two requirements and you have a large selection of used CDs to sell this may be one of your best selling options.
Abundatrade
(Requires $15 of goods for free shipping)
Abundatrade offers fair pricing for used CDs as long as you can meet their stringent pre-valuation requirements.
The free shipping option is only available for used CDs, DVDs and video games that have an average value of at least $0.75 and a total value of $15 or more.
The average value of used CDs on Abundatrade is between $0.65 and $0.85 each.
This site is a good option if you have a lot of media to sell. But the payment can take 48-72 hours for a PayPal payment or up to 3 weeks if you want a check.
Sell DVDs Online
(Payments made with 3 business days)
The name SellDVDsOnline is a little misleading. Because this company not only allows you to sell dvds, but it also buys used CDs and video games too. Depending on the item that you want to sell the average valuation ranges from $0.50 up to $0.70 each.
The site doesn’t accept title search or ISBN. So you need to have the UPC barcode to get your price quotation. Free shipping is available and payments are made within 3 business days via Check or PayPal.
BookMonster
(Free shipping with 10+ items worth $10)
BookMonster is a great place to sell used books but they also offer money for used CDs. The CD can be searched by title, author or UPC barcode making it easy to get a valuation quickly.
However, the most accurate method is via UPC and if you don’t have the original barcode you can get it with an online search.
The average CD valuation is between $0.50 and $0.70 each. But, you need to have at least ten items to sell or the items must have an average $10 valuation before you can checkout. If you can meet these two requirements you get the free shipping label to send in your items. BookMonster is a great way to sell your used CDs and books quickly.
F.Y.E.
(Reimburses shipping costs)
F.Y.E. is a great option if you want to sell used CDs that are special edition or rare. The company will buy many types of CDs but if you have a desirable item F.Y.E. will pay well for it.
It’s not unusual for an especially collectible CD boxset to be valued at $9 or more, but many “standard” CD valuations are much lower at $0.40 up to $0.60 per CD.
If you want to check if you have a rarer CD, type in the UPC barcode before you decide to sell. Shipping is paid up front but you will be fully reimbursed once your shipment has arrived.
Amazon Trade-In
(Receive a free shipping label)
Amazon is one of the largest retailers in the world but many people are unaware that the company has an Amazon Trade-In buyback program. Simply type in the name of the artist, the title or the UPC barcode to get an instant valuation.
The average price of a used CD is between $0.45 and $0.65 each. If you accept the offer you get a free shipping label to send your shipment in.
If you use the Amazon Trade-In program, you can take the payment as Amazon credit if you prefer.
Second Spin
(Choose a check or PayPal payment)
Second Spin buy CDs and other media items, including:
- Video games,
- DVDs
- Blu Ray discs.
One of the things that most people like about this site is that it’s easy to see the potential trade-in value. Simply type in the title or UPC barcode of your media and you get an instant valuation. Payments are made via check or PayPal or you can opt for Second Spin credit and use that to buy other items from their store.
Used Bookstores
(Trade your unwanted items for new media)
Many people opt for an online solution when they want to sell their used CDs, DVDs and video games. However, many used bookstores sell these types of items alongside their typical stock.
It’s easy to check and you have nothing to lose by calling a few local used bookstores and asking them about their buyback policies.
To maximise the value of your used media it’s better to ask for store credit rather than cash. This is a great way to freshen up your media or fill gaps in your existing collection.
eBay
(Up to 12% final value fee)
eBay Summary
- High user traffic – over 187 million users
- No listing fees for small scale sellers
- Promote your listing from as little as 1%
- Quick processing time for payouts
eBay was once the best place to sell your stuff. But over the years they gradually increased the seller fees and this forced a lot of smaller sellers off the platform. However, eBay is a decent option if you have a lot of CDs to sell and you have plenty of time to list them as auction items.
The key to success with eBay is to have good quality images and descriptions to showcase the best features of your items.
When it comes to pricing you must factor in the shipping costs and seller fees or your profits will quickly disappear.
Craigslist
(Free listing)
Craigslist Summary
- Posts are anonymous
- Quick and easy listing in a matter of minutes
- Little to no seller fees, most auctions are free
- Sell within your local area
Craigslist remains as one of the best places to sell all kinds of stuff including your used media items. Most cities have free listings and if they don’t sell first time, it’s easy to relist them.
The main concern with Craigslist is that there are a lot of scammers and crazy people that you need to be wary about.
- Always meet in public places,
- Collect the payment first
- Take someone with you to stay extra safe.
In some locations, Police Stations even have monitored spots where Craigslist transactions can take place safely.
(Free posting)
Facebook is best known as a social media platform and it’s an often overlooked resource when it comes to selling used media. However, it’s surprisingly easy to host a Facebook garage sale where you can sell all kinds of items including your used CDs.
There are even groups, such as Vinyl and CD Horders United that specialize in CDs and vinyl.
This allows you to sell to your friends and family and total strangers that stop by to look at what you have to offer. There are many local Facebook groups dedicated to buying and selling and you don’t even need to pay a dime to list your items for sale.
Are Old CDs Worth Keeping?
CDs were designed to last for years, so if you have old CDs of your favorite bands they may be worth holding on to. Just like people who collect vinyl, there are still people around who maintain their CD collection.
Of course, with many computers no longer being equipped with CD drives, you wonder what to do with old cds. In this case, you will need to ask yourself whether you want to purchase a CD player or where to sell CDs instead.
What CDs Are Worth Money?
While most old CDs are worth less than $1, there are some exceptions. There are some rare or in demand CDs that can command a higher price.
For example, the Madonna Celebration box set could earn you $1,000. So, it is worth looking through your CD collection to see if you have any hidden treasures.
