What Do Bulk Buyers Pay? UK Price Guide by Category (2026)
One of the most common questions we get: "What will I actually get for my items?" This guide breaks down what bulk buyers pay across every major category — so you can set realistic expectations before you submit.
How to use this guide
Prices shown are what a UK bulk buyer will typically pay per item. Individual resale values (eBay, Vinted) are shown for comparison. The gap is the buyer's margin — covering fees, time, storage, and risk. All figures are in GBP and reflect 2026 UK market conditions.
Clothing & Apparel
Clothing is the highest-volume category for bulk buyers in the UK. Price varies enormously based on brand, condition, and garment type. Here's a detailed breakdown:
| Clothing Type | Condition | Bulk Buyer Pays | Individual Resale (eBay/Vinted) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branded women's tops (Zara, H&M, ASOS) | New / Like New | £1.50–£4.00 | £6–£18 |
| Branded women's tops | Good used | £0.50–£1.50 | £3–£8 |
| Unbranded women's tops | New | £0.30–£0.80 | £2–£5 |
| Children's clothing (any brand) | New / Like New | £0.80–£2.50 | £3–£12 |
| Children's clothing | Good used | £0.30–£0.80 | £1.50–£5 |
| Branded hoodies / sweatshirts | New / Like New | £2.00–£5.00 | £8–£25 |
| Nike / Adidas sportswear | New with tags | £3.00–£8.00 | £12–£40 |
| Jeans (branded) | New / Like New | £1.50–£4.00 | £6–£20 |
| Dresses (branded) | New / Like New | £1.00–£3.50 | £5–£18 |
| Socks / underwear (new, packaged) | New in packaging | £0.20–£0.60 | £1–£3 |
| Men's shirts (branded) | New / Like New | £1.00–£3.00 | £4–£15 |
| Winter coats (branded) | New / Like New | £3.00–£8.00 | £15–£50 |
Key insight
Branded women's and children's clothing in good condition is the most in-demand category. If you have a lot of this, you're in a strong position. Men's clothing typically fetches 20–40% less due to lower Vinted/eBay demand.
Phone Cases & Accessories
Phone accessories are a staple for resellers — lightweight, easy to list, and consistently in demand. New-in-packaging items fetch the best prices.
| Item | Condition | Bulk Buyer Pays | Individual Resale | Min Qty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone cases (current iPhone models) | New in packaging | £0.60–£2.00 | £3–£12 | 20 |
| Phone cases (Samsung Galaxy current) | New in packaging | £0.50–£1.50 | £3–£10 | 20 |
| Phone cases (older models, pre-2022) | New | £0.10–£0.40 | £1–£4 | 30+ |
| USB-C cables (branded) | New in packaging | £0.50–£1.50 | £3–£8 | 20 |
| Lightning cables (branded) | New in packaging | £0.40–£1.20 | £3–£8 | 20 |
| Wireless chargers | New in packaging | £1.50–£4.00 | £6–£20 | 10 |
| Screen protectors (multipacks) | New sealed | £0.40–£1.20 | £2–£8 | 20 |
| Earphones / earbuds (branded) | New in packaging | £1.00–£4.00 | £5–£25 | 10 |
| Car phone holders | New in packaging | £0.50–£1.50 | £3–£10 | 15 |
| Power banks | New in packaging | £2.00–£5.00 | £8–£25 | 10 |
Key insight
Model compatibility is crucial. Cases for the iPhone 15 and Samsung S24 series command good prices. Cases for anything pre-2022 are worth much less as the user base shrinks. Always specify which models your cases fit.
Beauty & Skincare
Beauty is a high-value category when items are sealed. Opened or used products cannot be resold and have no bulk value.
| Item | Condition | Bulk Buyer Pays | Individual Resale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branded skincare sets (The Ordinary, CeraVe) | Sealed, unused | £2.00–£6.00 | £8–£25 |
| Makeup palettes (branded) | Sealed | £2.00–£8.00 | £8–£35 |
| Lipsticks / lip products (branded) | New, sealed | £0.60–£2.00 | £3–£10 |
| Foundations / concealers (branded) | New, sealed | £1.00–£3.50 | £5–£18 |
| Nail polish collections | New, sealed | £0.30–£1.00 | £2–£6 |
| Perfume / fragrance (branded) | New, sealed, boxed | £5.00–£20.00 | £20–£80 |
| Hair care products (shampoo, conditioner) | New, sealed | £0.80–£2.50 | £4–£12 |
| Hair styling tools | New in box | £3.00–£12.00 | £12–£50 |
| Gift sets (branded) | New, sealed | £3.00–£10.00 | £12–£40 |
| Unbranded beauty products | New, sealed | £0.20–£0.60 | £1–£3 |
Video Games
Games hold their value well compared to other media. Current-gen titles fetch significantly more than older ones, and retro games can be surprisingly valuable.
| Platform / Type | Condition | Bulk Buyer Pays | Individual Resale |
|---|---|---|---|
| PS5 games (current titles) | Like new, with case | £4.00–£12.00 | £15–£40 |
| PS4 games (popular titles) | Good, with case | £1.50–£5.00 | £5–£20 |
| Nintendo Switch games | Good, with case | £3.00–£8.00 | £12–£35 |
| Xbox Series X/S games | Good, with case | £2.00–£6.00 | £8–£25 |
| Xbox One games | Good, with case | £0.50–£2.00 | £2–£8 |
| PS2 / PS1 games (retro) | Good, with case | £2.00–£8.00 | £5–£30+ |
| N64 / GameBoy games | Good condition | £3.00–£15.00 | £8–£50+ |
| PC games on disc | New/sealed | £0.20–£0.80 | £1–£5 |
| Mixed console lot (unspecified) | Various | £0.80–£2.50 | £3–£12 |
Books, DVDs & Other Media
| Item | Condition | Bulk Buyer Pays | Min Qty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular fiction (paperback) | Good | £0.10–£0.40 | 30+ | Must be clean, spine intact |
| Children's picture books | Good | £0.20–£0.60 | 20+ | Illustrated books sell well |
| Cookbooks (popular authors) | Good–Very Good | £0.40–£1.50 | 20+ | Nigella, Jamie Oliver etc. |
| University textbooks | Good | £0.50–£3.00 | 10+ | Edition matters significantly |
| DVDs — popular films | Good, case intact | £0.10–£0.40 | 30+ | Disc must be scratch-free |
| DVDs — TV series box sets | Good, complete | £0.50–£2.00 | 10+ | Complete seasons only |
| Blu-rays (popular films) | Good, case intact | £0.30–£1.00 | 20+ | Worth more than DVD |
| Children's DVDs | Good, case intact | £0.20–£0.60 | 20+ | Peppa Pig, Disney etc. |
Factors That Move Your Price Up or Down
| Factor | Effect on Offer | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Strong brand (Nike, Zara, Apple, Sony) | ↑ Up 50–200% | Branded items resell faster at higher prices |
| New in original packaging | ↑ Up 30–100% | Eliminates condition uncertainty |
| Consistent condition across the lot | ↑ Up 10–20% | Easier to photograph, list, and sell uniformly |
| Good, detailed photos provided | ↑ Up 10–30% | Speeds up our review, reduces risk |
| Mixed condition (some good, some poor) | ↓ Down 20–40% | We price to the worst items in the lot |
| Older model / discontinued product | ↓ Down 30–70% | Smaller buyer pool, slower resale |
| No original packaging | ↓ Down 10–25% | Slightly harder to resell at full price |
| Very large lot (300–500 units) | ↓ Slight discount | More risk, more storage, more time to sell |
Why Bulk Prices Are Lower Than You Might Expect
Bulk buyers pay less than individual resale value — that's a given. But understanding why can help you set realistic expectations and avoid frustration:
Platform fees are significant
eBay takes 12–15% of every sale. Vinted takes a buyer fee but sellers also face postage costs. These eat into every single item sold.
Postage and packaging costs add up
For a £5 item, postage alone can be £2.50–£3.50. That's 50–70% of the sale price gone before profit.
Some items won't sell
Even experienced resellers have slow-moving stock. Buyers factor in that 10–20% of a lot may take months to shift or not sell at all.
Time and labour
Photographing, listing, packaging, and posting 200 items takes considerable time. That labour has a cost.
Returns and disputes
Online selling platforms have buyer-friendly return policies. Resellers budget for a small percentage of returns on every lot.
With all of that factored in, a buyer paying 20–30% of individual resale value isn't being unfair — it's just economics. The value you get is speed, simplicity, and certainty.
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Also read: Best items to sell in bulk · How to sell bulk items in the UK · Sell bulk clothing UK