Used tennis rackets in the UAE typically sell for AED 74 to AED 545 (about $20 to $150). Rackets have a hidden shelf life: the graphite frame loses stiffness over years even if the racket looks new.
What tennis rackets are worth in the UAE
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | AED 544 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | AED 462 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | AED 353 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | AED 245 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | AED 136 | 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
- Original grommets intact
- Cover included
What pulls it down
- Cracks at the throat, which end the frame
- Cheap aluminium rackets
Selling a tennis racket in the UAE
Bank transfer and cash on collection are both normal. Confirm funds have cleared before handing anything over.
The UAE has an unusually active second-hand market driven by how often people arrive and leave — relocation sales mean good-quality items turn over quickly and often at well below their age.
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 grommet strip is complete
- Note the head size, weight and string pattern
Getting it ready
- Press the strings and check whether they still have tension, and note when they were last strung if you know.
- Find the head size in square inches, the unstrung weight and the grip size, usually printed on the frame or butt cap.
Photograph
- The throat showing head size, weight and grip size markings
- The strings close up, showing wear or notching
- The frame edges and grommets, plus any chip or crack
Put in the description
- Brand, model and head size in square inches
- Unstrung weight and balance if marked
- String condition and when last strung
Light and easy to post in a long box or racket bag. Protect the frame edges, which is where transit damage happens.
April through August, peaking around the summer tournament season. Recognised models sell within days in season.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the AED 544 a buyer pays is the AED 544 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 tennis rackets.
- Selling a tennis racket in Dubai
- Selling a tennis racket in Sharjah
- Selling a tennis racket in Abu Dhabi
- Selling a tennis racket in Al Ain
- Selling a tennis racket in Ajman
Common questions
Where can I sell a tennis racket 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.
What grip size is it?
Read the butt cap. Grip size is as important as shoe size and a wrong one is unusable without a rebuild.
Do tennis rackets wear out?
Yes. Graphite frames lose stiffness over years even without visible damage, which is why age matters as well as condition.
What is a grommet strip?
The plastic strip protecting the string holes. Broken grommets cut strings and need replacing, though it is a cheap job.
More: how to sell a tennis racket, what tennis rackets are worth, or Sports & Outdoors across the United Arab Emirates.