musicMagpie

At a glance

• Editor score
  7.7 / 10
• Pricing
  Free plan
• Best for
  Selling a range of used electronics for cash
• Free plan
  Yes
• Paid from
  None
• Marketplace model
  Buyback
• Facts checked
  4 Oct 2026

• Where it wins

  • Instant device valuations based on make, model and condition
  • Free shipping options and same-day payment after checks
  • Free return if you decline a revised offer under the Tech Price Promise

• Where it doesn't

  • Buyback rather than peer-to-peer listings between individual users
  • Final payment follows delivery and diagnostic checks
  • Individual valuations vary by item and condition

Our verdict on musicMagpie

musicMagpie is a UK-based buyback service for people selling used phones, tablets, computers, consoles, wearables and other electronics. Sellers choose an item and its condition to receive an instant valuation, then send it using a free shipping option. After delivery, musicMagpie assesses the device and completes diagnostic checks; payment follows those checks. The service also sells selected refurbished devices and offers rentals in some categories, alongside media and book selling. It suits people who value a direct trade-in process over finding a buyer themselves, but it is not a peer-to-peer listing marketplace.

The selling process combines an initial valuation with a later assessment, so the quoted value is not the final step: condition is checked after the item arrives. If the assessment leads to a revised offer, the Tech Price Promise lets the seller decline it and have the tech returned for free. Individual valuations vary by item and condition, making this model more suitable for sellers comfortable with inspection-based offers than for those who want to set their own asking price or negotiate directly with another person. Free shipping options and same-day payment after checks are complete are useful parts of the trade-in flow.

For organizations, a separate business trade-in program covers smartphones, tablets and MacBooks, with quotes arranged after a business submits its details. It includes secure courier collection and device data erasure. The wider service is available on the web, iOS and Android; the smartphone app also supports barcode scanning for media and book selling. musicMagpie is therefore a fit for individuals or businesses looking to trade in eligible devices, and for shoppers interested in selected refurbished categories or rentals. Sellers seeking a conventional marketplace where they control listings and connect directly with buyers should look elsewhere.

musicMagpie pricing

musicMagpie fact sheet

Alternatives to musicMagpie

• ARAmazon RenewedA broad refurbished marketplace with seller qualification and a buyer guarantee.9.2
• BMBack MarketBuy refurbished tech from professional sellers or trade in an eligible device.8.8
• ACApple Certified RefurbishedApple-backed testing, parts, and warranty make this a focused choice for refurbished Apple devices.8.7

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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Last updated 4 Oct 2026 · How we research and update