The short version
- Typical range: £30 – £180
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Kitchen & Appliances
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used vacuum cleaner is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for vacuum cleaners, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £180 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £153 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £117 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £81 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £45 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a vacuum cleaner
- Strong suction with clean, unclogged filters
- Full set of tools and the original hose
- Cordless models with batteries still holding charge
- Models with filters and bags still in production
What lowers it
- Degraded batteries on cordless models
- Cracked hoses and split wands
- Missing tools and brush heads
- Discontinued models where filters are no longer sold
How to work out what yours is worth
- Test suction against a flat surface and listen for motor strain
- Wash or replace the filters before photographing
- On cordless models, charge fully and time real runtime
Once you have those three answers you can place your own vacuum cleaner on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
Are used vacuum cleaners worth selling?
Yes, especially recognised brands where filters and parts remain available. Cordless models sell well if the battery still holds charge.
What limits a cordless vacuum’s value?
Battery life, almost entirely. Give an honest runtime figure — it is the first thing buyers ask.
Should I replace the filters before selling?
Washing or replacing them is cheap and restores suction noticeably, which affects both the price and how quickly it sells.
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