Is a used monitor a good buy?

Usually, yes — monitors age slowly. Check for dead pixels, backlight bleed and loose stands, test every input port, and confirm the power adaptor is included. Compare the asking price with the same model in current listings.

What should I watch for with sellers who are relocating?

Genuine relocating sellers are a great source of well-kept items, but the story is also used by scammers to rush buyers into paying in advance. Always see and test the item in person before paying anything.

Will an imported gadget have a warranty in India?

Often not. Many brands only honour warranties in the country of purchase. Ask where the item was bought, check the bill, and price it lower if there is no Indian warranty or service support.

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Old & Second Hand Electronics in Bengaluru

Bengaluru has one of the busiest used electronics markets in India, driven by people who move in, upgrade and move on. Monitors, TVs, sound bars, cameras, headphones and smart-home gadgets come up from Whitefield, Marathahalli, HSR Layout, Koramangala and Electronic City all year.

These are private sellers, so you deal with the owner directly, test the item, and pay no commission.

Electronics listings in Bengaluru

5 listings

DVD Player with Remote for sale in Bengaluru, Karnataka

4

₹500

DVD Player with Remote

Bengaluru13d ago

Xilinx XC2018 FPGA IC – New Unused for sale in Bengalore, Karnataka

4

₹600

Xilinx XC2018 FPGA IC – New Unused

Bengalore22d ago

washing machine fully automatic for sale in bangalore, Karnataka

2

₹6,000

washing machine fully automatic

bangalore22 Sept

Godrej Edge SX for sale in Bangalore, Karnataka

14

₹3,500

Godrej Edge SX

Bangalore4 Sept

Bajaj instant heater for sale in Bangalore, Karnataka

2

₹2,000

Bajaj instant heater

Bangalore2 Sept

Testing used electronics before you pay

Power it on in front of you. Meet at the seller’s flat, their apartment lobby or a café where the item can be plugged in.
Monitors and TVs. Check for dead pixels on white and black screens, test every input with your own cable, and look for backlight bleed in a dim room.
Headphones and speakers. Pair them with your own phone, play something you know well at low and high volume, and check the battery holds charge. Worn ear pads are cheap to replace; a failing battery often is not.
Cameras. Ask for the shutter count, check the lens for fungus or haze and the sensor for dust, and take a few test shots.
Imported models. Items bought abroad may have no Indian warranty and a different plug. Ask where it was bought and ask to see the bill.

Where the listings come from

The tech corridors — Whitefield, Outer Ring Road, Sarjapur Road and Electronic City — produce work-from-home gear: monitors, docks, webcams, keyboards and desk speakers. Apartment complexes in JP Nagar, Jayanagar, Hebbal and Yelahanka list family TVs and home audio. SP Road is the place many locals use to compare prices and pick up spares, so it is a useful reference when you are judging a private seller’s asking price.

A fair price and a safe deal

Compare with the same model in current listings and adjust for age, condition and accessories. Be wary of sellers who are “leaving Bengaluru tonight” and want payment before you have seen the item — the relocation story is a common cover. Never pay a token online, share an OTP or scan a QR code to receive money. Our safety tips have more. Budget buyers can start with electronics under ₹10,000.

Selling electronics in Bengaluru

If you are relocating, list early: a clear photo of the item switched on, its age, the bill and your area will get it sold before moving day. Our electronics selling guide helps, or post a free ad. See also furniture in Bengaluru and all Bengaluru listings.

Frequently asked questions

From private sellers across the city, especially in Whitefield, Marathahalli, HSR Layout, Koramangala and Electronic City, where people upgrade and relocate often. Meet the owner, test the item and pay once you are satisfied.