There is no single best way to sell a used laptop, phone, or piece of jewelry. eBay, Swappa, Facebook Marketplace, and PawnGuru each suit a different kind of seller. The pages below compare PawnGuru — the local cash-offer route — against each major alternative, so you can pick the one that fits your priorities on speed, payout, and hassle.
Live comparisons
- PawnGuru vs. eBay — Local cash today versus the highest-price auction after fees and shipping. Here is when each one is the right tool for the job.
- PawnGuru vs. Facebook Marketplace — A vetted local shop with a real address versus an unmoderated peer-to-peer feed. Here is when each one is the right fit.
- PawnGuru vs. Swappa — A curated electronics-only marketplace versus a network of licensed local pawn shops. Here is when each one is the right fit.
Coming soon
We are adding comparisons for OfferUp, Best Buy trade-in, Gazelle, Decluttr, Mercari, and Craigslist. If there is a platform you want compared, let us know.
How we write these comparisons
Every comparison page on PawnGuru follows the same structure:
- What each platform actually is — the business model in one paragraph, in plain language.
- Fees — what each side charges, with public sources.
- Speed — how fast you actually get money in hand, end to end.
- Shipping and logistics — what you have to pack, drop off, or schedule.
- Payout method — cash, store credit, PayPal, gift card.
- Best for — the specific situations where each platform genuinely wins.
- FAQ — the questions people actually ask.
We do not insult competitors. eBay, Swappa, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, and PawnGuru all serve real, distinct needs. The goal of these pages is to help you pick the right tool, not to push you toward ours.
If you already know you want local cash today
Skip the comparison reading and list your item — we will message verified shops near you and you will get cash offers without shipping anything, listing anything, or paying any fees.