Used microwaves in the UAE typically sell for AED 99 to AED 445 (about $27 to $120). Microwaves are cheap new, so second-hand values are low and the practical question is whether yours is worth the effort of listing.
What microwaves are worth in the UAE
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | AED 445 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | AED 378 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | AED 289 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | AED 200 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | AED 111 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Working turntable, roller ring and plate
- Larger capacities and higher wattage
What pulls it down
- Damaged or missing waveguide cover, which is a safety issue
- Sticky or failing door catches
Selling a microwave in the UAE
Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
Domestic courier coverage is quick and cheap by international standards, and most of the population is within a short drive of everyone else.
The Emirates is a pre-launch market, so this is what a seller here should expect when it opens. The population turns over unusually fast, and that shapes the whole market: relocation sales put nearly-new furniture, appliances and cars on the market at heavy discounts, and the best stock appears in concentrated bursts as people leave. Distances are short and courier coverage is quick and cheap, so postage is rarely the obstacle it is elsewhere. Expect buyers to move fast and to expect a reply the same day.
Turnover peaks around the summer, when a large share of relocations happen and whole households are sold at once.
Working out what yours is worth
- Check the waveguide cover on the cavity wall is intact
- Confirm the turntable plate and roller ring are present
Getting it ready
- Clean the interior thoroughly, including the roof and the waveguide cover, and wash the turntable and roller ring.
- Check the door closes squarely and the seal and latch are undamaged, since that is the safety-critical part.
Photograph
- The interior with the door open, showing the roof and the turntable in place
- The door seal and latch close up
- The rating plate showing make, model and wattage, plus any dent, rust spot or scratched panel
Put in the description
- Wattage, internal capacity in litres and external dimensions
- Type — solo, grill, convection or combination
- That it has been tested, and the state of the door, seal and interior
Postable but bulky and easily damaged, so a well-padded box and a taped door are essential. Local collection is usually the sensible route at this price point.
Steady, with lifts in September when students move and around house moves. Clean, tested units sell within days because they are usually the cheapest working option a buyer can find.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the AED 445 a buyer pays is the AED 445 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of the United Arab Emirates with their own page for microwaves.
- Selling a microwave in Dubai
- Selling a microwave in Sharjah
- Selling a microwave in Abu Dhabi
- Selling a microwave in Al Ain
- Selling a microwave in Ajman
Common questions
Where can I sell a microwave in the UAE?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
Does the door seal properly?
Check the latch and seal and answer directly. A damaged door or seal is the one fault that makes a microwave genuinely unsafe rather than merely tired.
Are used microwaves worth selling?
They sell, but for small sums since new ones are inexpensive. Combination models with grill or convection are worth noticeably more.
What is the waveguide cover and why does it matter?
A small panel on the cavity wall that protects the internals. If it is burnt or missing the microwave should not be used until it is replaced.
More: how to sell a microwave, what microwaves are worth, or Kitchen & Appliances across the United Arab Emirates.