07 Sep Who Buys Second Hand Electronics in Singapore? Here’s Who to Call

You have a drawer full of old phones. Maybe a broken laptop on the shelf. A tablet your kid stopped using two years ago.

You know someone should want this stuff. You just don’t know who to call or how to get paid fast without the drama of posting online and waiting for lowball offers.

This guide tells you exactly who buys second hand electronics in Singapore, what they pay for, and how to get cash without leaving your house.

The Easiest Way: A Karung Guni Collector

Most people in Singapore already know about karung guni. The uncle with the horn, going block to block. But the modern version is a bit different. You don’t have to wait for someone to pass by your HDB.

Today, you can book a doorstep pickup online. Someone comes to you, checks what you have, and pays you on the spot. No packing. No transport. No Carousell back-and-forth.

Karung Guni Singapore buys used and broken electronics directly at your door. Laptops, phones, tablets, TVs, speakers, and more. Working or not.

What Electronics Do They Actually Buy?

Here’s a straight list of what second hand electronics buyers in Singapore typically accept:

• Laptops and notebooks (working or faulty)
• Desktop computers and monitors
• Mobile phones and tablets
• Speakers, amplifiers, and sound systems
• Old TVs (especially from hotels, offices, or schools)
• Cables, wires, and adapters
• Printers and office equipment
• Game consoles
• Small kitchen electronics (toasters, rice cookers, blenders)

Broken is fine. Old is fine. The main thing that matters is whether there’s any metal or component value inside. Electronics almost always have copper, aluminum, or circuit board materials that have real market value.

If you have hard drives or old work laptops with sensitive data on them, that’s handled separately. Karung Guni Singapore also offers secure hard disk destruction for businesses and individuals who need to dispose of devices safely before handing them over.

What Do They Pay?

Prices vary by item condition, weight, and current scrap rates. Here’s a rough idea of what to expect in 2026:

Item	Estimated Payout
Working laptop	$10 to $50+ depending on specs
Broken laptop	$2 to $10
Old smartphone	$2 to $30 depending on model
Copper wires (scrap)	Varies by weight
CRT or old flatscreen TV	Usually low or free pickup
Working desktop PC	$5 to $20

For scrap metal that comes with your electronics (copper wiring, metal parts), you can check current pricing on the scrap prices page to get a better sense of market rates before your pickup.

Nobody is going to pay you iPhone trade-in prices for a five-year-old Android. But if your goal is to clear the clutter and get something for items that would otherwise sit in a drawer forever, a karung guni pickup is the most practical choice.

Why Not Just Sell on Carousell?

You can. Some people do well on Carousell for items in good condition with original boxes and decent specs.

But here’s what selling online actually looks like most of the time:

• Take 10 photos
• Write a description
• Wait 3 to 14 days for a serious buyer
• Answer the same question five times
• Meet up at an MRT station during lunch
• Get lowballed at handover

For one good phone, that might be worth it. For a pile of five old devices plus a broken laptop and some loose cables? Calling a karung guni collector saves you a full afternoon.

Is It Safe to Sell Old Electronics With Data?

This is a real concern, especially for laptops and phones. Before you hand anything over, do a factory reset on working devices. For phones, wipe them through the settings menu. For laptops, do a full reset or reinstall.

For office or business equipment where data security really matters, a factory reset is not always enough. Karung Guni Singapore provides certified hard disk destruction for companies that need to dispose of drives with a proper paper trail. That service covers PDPA compliance requirements too.

For personal devices, a basic factory reset before handover is usually sufficient.

How to Sell Your Second Hand Electronics to Karung Guni Singapore

It takes about two minutes.

1. Go to the sell page and fill in the form
2. List what electronics you have
3. Pick a time that works for you
4. Someone comes to your door, checks the items, and pays you cash on the spot

No need to pack anything up. No need to travel. They handle the pickup.

If you have questions first or a large office clearance, you can also reach the team directly through the contact page.

What Cannot Be Collected

A few things buyers typically pass on:

• Very old CRT televisions in poor condition (heavy, low value)
• Items with major damage like fire or flood
• Anything that requires hazardous material handling beyond standard e-waste

If you’re not sure whether your items qualify, it’s faster to just ask than to guess. The karung guni Singapore has a clear breakdown of what gets collected and what doesn’t.

The Short Answer

If you have second hand electronics sitting around in Singapore and want fast cash without the hassle, a karung guni collector is still the most practical option. Karung Guni Singapore does doorstep pickups, pays on the spot, and takes working or broken items.

Book your pickup here and clear the clutter today.

FAQs

Does Karung Guni Singapore buy broken electronics? Yes. Broken phones, faulty laptops, dead tablets, and damaged appliances are all accepted. Even if the device doesn’t power on, there’s usually copper, aluminum, or circuit board value worth paying for.

Do I need to wipe my phone or laptop before selling? For personal devices, yes, do a factory reset through the device settings before handover. For business devices with sensitive company data, the secure hard disk destruction service handles that more thoroughly.

How fast can I get a pickup? It depends on availability, but many pickups are arranged within one to two days of booking. Fill in the sell form and someone will get back to you quickly.

What if I have a large office clearance with lots of old IT equipment? Karung Guni Singapore handles commercial pickups too. Schools, hotels, and offices with bulk electronics are welcome. Contact the team directly through the get in touch page for larger jobs.

Do they pay cash or do I need to wait for a bank transfer? Payment is on the spot at the time of collection. Cash in hand, same day.

Feel free to call or whatsapp: +65 9057 7637