Sell your tools, generators and equipment: list them free
Short answer
The simplest way to sell used power tools and equipment is to list them with the make, model, voltage and battery details in front of people already looking for tools. GetBrent lists private tools free for 60 days with no selling fee; buyers message you directly and you arrange collection or payment yourself.
GetBrent is where people hire and buy tools and site equipment from UK companies, so your listing reaches buyers who want exactly that.
List it freeWhere to sell it: costs compared
| Where | What it costs a private seller | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GetBrent | Free for 5 items; Boost 2.99 pounds | Tool buyers already searching; no selling fee |
| eBay | Free for most private sales; 300 free listings a month | General marketplace, postage-led |
| Gumtree | Free to list; paid promotions reported at about 3.99 to 17.99 pounds | General classifieds |
| Facebook Marketplace | Free for local sales | General classifieds |
| Amazon | Individual plan 0.75 pounds per item sold plus referral fees (Tools: 13%) | Built for retailers, not one-off sales |
Other platforms' prices as published or reported in September 2026. Check each site for current fees.
What buyers look for
- Make and model (Makita, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Hilti, Bosch, Stihl, Honda and others)
- Voltage, or battery platform and whether batteries and charger are included
- Hours or age
- Condition and any missing parts
- Whether it comes with its case
Tips for a listing that sells
- Put the model number in the title - buyers search for it.
- Say exactly how many batteries and which charger are included.
- Photograph the rating plate.
- Group small tools into one listing as a kit if they sell better together.
Free to list. 2.99 pounds to Boost. 4.99 pounds a month for up to 20.
Start sellingQuestions
How much does it cost to sell on GetBrent?
Nothing for your first 5 items. Each listing runs 60 days and renews free. A Boost puts one item at the top of its category for 30 days for 2.99 pounds, and Private Plus lets you list up to 20 items for 4.99 pounds a month. There is no fee when it sells.
Is my email or phone number shown?
No. Buyers message you through GetBrent and you reply from your own email when you choose to. Only your postcode area is shown on the listing.
Do I need a business to sell?
No. Private listings are for individuals selling their own kit, and each one carries a Private seller badge so buyers know who they are dealing with.
Also selling: trailer, plant machinery, van.