The short version
- Typical range: £90 – £320
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Gaming
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used VR headset is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for VR headsets, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £320 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £272 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £208 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £144 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £80 | 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 VR headset
- Standalone headsets that need no gaming PC
- Lenses free of scratches, especially from sun exposure
- All controllers, straps and charging cables
- Platforms still receiving software support
What lowers it
- Scratched lenses, often caused by sunlight through the headset
- Face padding that is worn or unhygienic
- Discontinued platforms with shrinking software libraries
- Missing controllers, which are expensive individually
How to work out what yours is worth
- Inspect the lenses under bright light for scratches and burn marks
- Confirm both controllers pair and track properly
- Check the platform still receives updates
Once you have those three answers you can place your own VR headset 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 VR headsets worth buying?
Yes, and they are one of the better second-hand bargains, though platform support matters more than physical condition.
Why do VR lenses get damaged?
Sunlight focused through the lenses burns the display. Never leave a headset facing a window — it is the most common way these are ruined.
Should I replace the face padding before selling?
It is inexpensive and makes a real difference to how the headset is received, since padding sits against the buyer’s face.
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