What a fair price looks like
Condition on WishThrift is described by the seller against five grades, and nobody inspects it on your behalf — so the description and the photographs are what you are buying on.
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £120 (~$160) | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £102 (~$136) | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £78 (~$104) | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £54 (~$72) | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £30 (~$40) | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Sterling guide ranges with an approximate US dollar equivalent at £1 ≈ $1.33 (July 2026). Sellers set their own asking price; these are a starting point for judging an offer. All five grades explained.
The checklist before you pay
Cordless tools sold without batteries or a charger, which can cost more to replace than the tool is worth, and worn brushes on corded tools.
Run through these before money changes hands — they are the things that decide whether an angle grinder is worth what is being asked:
- Missing guards, a serious safety issue
- Spindle wobble from worn bearings
- Failing switches that stick on
- Motors clogged with metal dust
And the things worth paying more for, because they hold their value:
- Guards present and adjustable
- Smooth bearings with no wobble at the spindle
- Recognised trade brands
- Side handle and spanner included
Common faults and fakes
Counterfeit batteries and chargers are widespread and are a genuine fire risk. Fake tools themselves are rarer but exist in the premium brands.
Ask which battery platform it takes, exactly what is included, and for a photograph of the tool running. Buy batteries from a reputable source rather than with the tool.
WishThrift does not authenticate, inspect or grade anything, and no marketplace check replaces your own. If a seller will not answer a direct question about condition or origin, that is the answer.
Questions to ask the seller
These are the three that get asked most often about an angle grinder, and the answers tell you most of what you need:
Confirm it and photograph it fitted. A guard is not an optional accessory, and a grinder sold without one is being sold for unsafe use.
Run it briefly and listen. Bearing whine and brush arcing are the usual faults and they are audible immediately.
State the diameter. Discs are consumables the buyer already owns in a particular size, and the wrong size makes the tool useless to them.
Also worth establishing before you commit:
- Spin the spindle by hand feeling for play
- Confirm the guard is present and adjusts
- Test the switch releases cleanly
Photographs to ask for
If the listing does not already show these, ask — a seller who has the item will send them in minutes:
- The grinder from the side with the guard fitted
- The spindle, flange and guard mounting
- The cable and plug, and the rating plate
- The side handle, spanner and accessories, plus any crack or damage
Details to confirm before you commit
- Brand, model, disc diameter and wattage or battery voltage
- Whether the guard, side handle and spanner are included
- Bearing condition and whether it runs smoothly
- Cable and plug condition
Live angle grinder listings
Nothing matching is listed at the moment. Browse tools & diy for what is live now, or everything on the site — stock changes daily and new listings are free to post, so it is worth checking back.
When to buy
Steady year round with a spring lift. Trade brands sell within days; older unbranded grinders compete on price and are plentiful.
Prices move against that cycle for a buyer: the cheapest time to buy is when sellers are listing most, not when demand peaks.
Paying and collecting safely
WishThrift does not process payments, hold funds or offer buyer protection — you agree the price and the method with the seller directly, which is what keeps the platform free on both sides. Meet somewhere public where you can, inspect before you pay, and keep the conversation on the site so there is a record of what was agreed. Be wary of any seller who wants to move the conversation elsewhere before you have agreed anything.
Selling one instead?
If you already have an angle grinder sitting unused, it is free to list and there is no commission — the price you agree is the amount you keep. Read how to sell angle grinder for what to photograph and how to price, or what angle grinder is worth at each condition grade.
Frequently asked questions
What should I pay for a used angle grinder?
Around £13 to £78 in good condition, more for barely-used examples and less for anything with a described fault. Compare against the seller’s photographs rather than the grade alone.
How do I check an angle grinder before buying?
Ask which battery platform it takes, exactly what is included, and for a photograph of the tool running. Buy batteries from a reputable source rather than with the tool.
Is buying an angle grinder second hand safe?
Yes, with the ordinary care any private sale needs. WishThrift does not authenticate, inspect or hold funds, so inspect before you pay where you can, meet somewhere public, and keep the conversation on the site. Cordless tools sold without batteries or a charger, which can cost more to replace than the tool is worth, and worn brushes on corded tools.
See also: all buying guides · angle grinder value guide · selling angle grinder · Tools & DIY · condition grades.