I had a mirrorless camera gathering dust after upgrading. A local musician wanted exactly that model and offered an electric guitar I had been eyeing for months. We were only six miles apart.
Why I chose swap over selling
Selling would have meant fees, postage or meetups with multiple buyers, and weeks of messages. A single swap offer with a fair value breakdown made the decision easy.
We agreed a small cash top-up because the guitar was worth slightly more. I paid through Swaplyo escrow, we met at a café on the high street, tested both items, and marked the swap complete in the app.
What I learned
- Clear photos and honest condition notes attract serious offers
- Responding within a day keeps deals warm
- Leaving a review helps the next person trust you