If you are wondering where to sell used electronics in Portugal and get paid quickly, there are several second-hand shops and buy-and-sell stores that will purchase phones, laptops, gaming consoles, cameras and other electronics directly from you. Unlike online marketplaces, where you need to find a buyer yourself, these shops can inspect your item, make an offer and, in many cases, pay you during the same visit.
Selling used electronics this way is also part of the circular economy. Instead of leaving an old phone in a drawer or throwing away equipment that still works, selling it gives the product a second life, keeps it in use for longer and reduces the need for new resources. For anyone trying to declutter more sustainably, resale is usually a much better option than disposing of usable electronics.
There is, however, a trade-off between convenience and price. A second-hand shop needs enough margin to test the product, prepare it for resale, provide any required warranty and ultimately make a profit. As a result, you can often get more money by selling directly to another person through platforms such as OLX, Facebook Marketplace or Wallapop. The downside is that you have to create the listing, take photographs, answer messages, negotiate and arrange payment or collection yourself.
If maximising the selling price is your priority and you do not mind waiting for the right buyer, see our guide to selling used items in Portugal, which covers the main online platforms and how to use them.
If, on the other hand, your priority is speed and simplicity, selling directly to a shop can be an excellent option. It is particularly useful if you are moving house, decluttering or leaving Portugal and want to turn unwanted electronics into money without spending days managing online listings.
Quick comparison
| Shop | Payment | Coverage | Particularly useful for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash Converters | Cash, bank transfer or store vouchers | Lisbon area and Porto | Electronics, consoles, laptops, cameras, tools, jewellery and miscellaneous valuable items |
| Cash Market | Normally cash | Amadora and Agualva-Cacém | Electronics, appliances, computers and general household items |
| CeX | Cash, bank transfer or CeX voucher | Around 40 shops throughout Portugal | Phones, consoles, games, computers and consumer electronics |
| FNAC Restart | Cash, bank transfer or FNAC card depending on the programme | FNAC stores throughout Portugal | Apple, Samsung, PS5 and Nintendo Switch |
| Worten Retomas | Cash or Cartão Dá | Worten stores throughout Portugal | Smartphones, tablets, computers and selected electronics |
| Alvalade Mobile | Payment on the spot after agreeing the valuation | Lisbon | Phones, computers, cameras, lenses and other technology |
| Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi | Direct purchase and/or consignment depending on the item — confirm first | Oeiras | Electronics, computers, games, vinyl, household items, collectables and other second-hand goods |
The exact amount and whether a particular product will be accepted always depends on the model, condition and the shop’s current stock.
Cash Converters
Cash Converters is probably the best-known traditional buy-and-sell chain in Portugal.
The company has locations in the Lisbon metropolitan area and Porto. Its selling process allows you to request an indicative valuation, choose a shop and take the item in for a final inspection. Once the sale is completed, payment can be made in cash, by bank transfer or with Cash Converters vouchers.
It also buys a considerably wider range of products than electronics-only businesses. Typical categories include smartphones, iPhones, videogames, consoles, laptops, tablets, cameras, Bimby/Thermomix machines, jewellery, tools and computer equipment.
What people say about Cash Converters
The recurring theme in Portuguese discussions is convenience rather than price.
People generally regard it as a legitimate and very quick way of selling something, but sellers repeatedly warn that offers can be considerably lower than the amount achievable through a private sale.
In one discussion about using Cash Converters in Lisbon, commenters describe it as a legitimate and easy option for getting money quickly, while warning that sellers should expect significantly less than private-market value. One commenter estimated that shops might offer roughly 30–60% of their expected second-hand resale price, although this is anecdotal and will vary considerably by product and branch.
Read the Cash Converters discussion on Reddit
Best for: people who have several different types of items and want to clear everything quickly.
Useful tip: if you have an unusual or low-value product, contact the specific branch before travelling. Acceptance can depend on that branch’s current inventory.
Cash Market
Cash Market is a smaller Portuguese second-hand business with stores in Amadora and Agualva-Cacém, making it particularly useful if you are in the western Lisbon area.
Cash Market states that it buys items that are working and in good condition, tests them and normally pays cash on the spot. You must be over 18 and bring identification.
Unlike CeX, it is not limited to gaming and technology. Its stores deal in a broader assortment of second-hand goods, which can be useful when clearing a house rather than simply selling a phone.
What people say about Cash Market
There is considerably less discussion about Cash Market on Portuguese forums than there is about CeX or Cash Converters.
Public reviews are mixed. Some customers describe successful, quick transactions and good service, while others complain that valuations were considerably below what they expected.
That is fairly typical of the entire buy-and-resell model: the convenience is real, but the shop has to buy cheaply enough to resell the item profitably.
Best for: people around Amadora, Cacém and Sintra who have a mixture of electronics and household goods to sell.
CeX
CeX is probably the easiest option if you live outside Lisbon or Porto, as it has shops in many Portuguese cities.
It specialises heavily in technology and entertainment. Typical categories include smartphones, videogames, consoles, laptops, PCs, computer components, tablets and other electronics.
When selling in a CeX shop, payment can be made by cash, CeX voucher or bank transfer. Electronics normally need to be tested before the transaction is completed, so “immediate” does not necessarily mean five minutes. The shop will normally tell you how long the assessment is expected to take.
What people say about CeX
The consensus is remarkably consistent: CeX is convenient, but you pay for that convenience through a lower selling price.
A Portuguese Reddit discussion about selling used games contains both sides of the argument. Several users criticise the gap between CeX’s buying and selling prices, while another seller says they like the fact that the prices are clearly listed and that they do not have to negotiate individually with employees.
Read Portuguese opinions about selling games to CeX
A more recent discussion from 2026 follows the same pattern: sellers acknowledge that private marketplaces may pay more, particularly for rare games, but CeX remains attractive when someone has dozens of items and wants an easier transaction.
Read the 2026 discussion about selling a large game collection
There are also older reports confirming that simple items such as games can sometimes be paid for immediately, while phones and consoles may need to be left for testing first.
Best for: games, consoles, smartphones, computers and other technology, particularly if you live outside Lisbon.
FNAC Restart
FNAC is easy to overlook because many people assume its “retoma” service only gives credit towards another purchase. That is not always the case.
Through FNAC Restart, FNAC buys selected Apple devices, Samsung devices, PlayStation 5 consoles and Nintendo Switch consoles, with payment options that can include cash as well as FNAC credit or bank transfer.
For some devices the assessment can be relatively quick, although products such as MacBooks may require a longer inspection, so they should not necessarily be considered an immediate-payment option.
What people say about FNAC retomas
Again, price is the main criticism.
In discussions about where to sell an iPhone, users commonly compare FNAC, Worten, CeX and specialist phone-buying services. The general advice is to compare several offers because the difference can be substantial.
Read the Portuguese discussion about selling an iPhone to FNAC, Worten or CeX
Best for: relatively recent Apple and Samsung devices, PS5 consoles and Nintendo Switch consoles.
Worten Retomas
Worten is another option that is often thought of purely as a trade-in programme.
Its Retomas programme allows eligible devices to be assessed in store, with the value potentially paid in cash or on a Cartão Dá, depending on the applicable programme and item.
The advantage is accessibility: if you already have a large Worten nearby, it is easy to obtain a valuation and compare it with another shop before deciding.
What people say about Worten retomas
Forum and Reddit discussions generally suggest doing exactly that: get several valuations before accepting one.
For recent iPhones in particular, users frequently compare Worten with FNAC, CeX and specialist buyers rather than assuming one chain will always offer the best price.
Read user experiences comparing Worten and other iPhone buyers
Best for: people who already have a Worten nearby and want a quick valuation of a relatively recent smartphone, tablet or computer.
Alvalade Mobile
For people in Lisbon, Alvalade Mobile is another interesting independent option.
The company is particularly explicit about immediate purchases: it says customers can either trade their old equipment towards another product or sell it outright for immediate payment. It states that equipment is evaluated in the shop and, if the seller accepts the valuation, the agreed amount is paid at the time.
It is particularly interesting for technology beyond standard smartphones, including cameras, lenses, computers, consoles and other gadgets.
What people say about Alvalade Mobile
Feedback is mixed but useful.
A large collection of customer reviews contains positive comments about the staff, photography equipment and the ease of buying and selling. However, there are also sellers who complain that the trade-in or purchase values offered were much lower than expected. One reviewer describes accepting €140 for equipment that the shop subsequently listed separately for a combined €427 — a useful illustration of how large the resale margin can appear from the seller’s perspective.
Read customer reviews of Alvalade Mobile
Best for: technology and particularly photographic equipment in Lisbon.
Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi — Oeiras
Another useful option west of Lisbon is Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi, usually shortened to Já!, located at Rua Caldas Xavier 5A in Oeiras. Its official website describes the business as a place where customers can both buy and sell second-hand goods.
Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi official website
This is a much broader second-hand shop than CeX. Its current categories include computers, hardware, mobile phones and accessories, photography and video equipment, audio equipment, consoles and games, alongside books, vinyl, clothing, collectables, homeware and numerous other categories.
There is one important distinction if the purpose of your visit is specifically to get cash immediately. Public information about the business indicates that it operates with both purchase/sale and consignment, and at least one review directory describes customers leaving products with the shop to be sold on their behalf.
For that reason, unlike Alvalade Mobile or CeX, I would contact the shop before travelling and ask whether they will buy your particular item outright and pay immediately, rather than assuming it will be a direct purchase.
Interestingly, an interview with the business published by local newspaper O Correio da Linha reported that vinyl records were in particularly strong demand, while also saying there was demand for many different types of second-hand goods.
What people say about Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi
There is much less forum discussion about Já! than there is about CeX or Cash Converters.
Public review summaries are generally positive about the friendliness of the staff and the huge variety of second-hand products. The most frequent criticism concerns the physical shop itself: customers describe it as small, crowded and somewhat difficult to browse because of the amount of stock.
Read a summary of customer reviews for Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi
Best for: people in Oeiras, Cascais and the western Lisbon area who have not only electronics but also vinyl, games, books, collectables, household goods or other second-hand items.
Before going: call first if immediate payment is important, because the shop also handles items on a consignment basis.
Which used electronics are shops most interested in?
There is no fixed list because demand and stock change constantly. A shop with ten identical PlayStations on the shelf might refuse another one even if it would normally buy it.
However, the categories most consistently represented across Portuguese buyback programmes are recent smartphones, particularly iPhones and higher-end Samsung Galaxy models; current gaming consoles, especially PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch; physical games and controllers; Apple products such as MacBooks, iPads and Apple Watches; laptops and gaming computers; selected PC components and peripherals; cameras and lenses from recognised brands; tablets, smartwatches and premium headphones.
At more general second-hand shops, there can also be strong demand for power tools, audio equipment, watches, jewellery, small appliances and collectables.
And if you are near Oeiras, it may be worth adding vinyl records to the list: Já Comprei, Já Usei, Já Vendi specifically told a local newspaper that vinyl was attracting strong demand.
Newer, recognisable products are generally much easier for a shop to value and resell than obscure accessories or very old electronics.
Before going to the shop
For phones, tablets and computers, back up your data, sign out of iCloud or Google accounts, disable Find My iPhone or similar activation locks and factory-reset the device.
Charge anything with a battery before going. A shop cannot make a quick assessment if it has to spend half an hour waiting for your phone or laptop to charge.
Bring chargers, controllers, cables, docks and other accessories needed for the item to function. Original boxes are not always essential, but having the original accessories, documentation and packaging can make an item easier to sell and may improve the valuation.
Also bring identification. Second-hand shops commonly require sellers to identify themselves before completing a purchase.
Finally, if you have anything particularly valuable, consider getting two or three valuations. Cash Converters, CeX, FNAC, Worten and an independent shop may give surprisingly different prices for exactly the same device.
Is selling to a second-hand shop worth it?
If your objective is to get the maximum possible amount of money, normally no. Selling directly to another person will usually generate a higher price.
If your objective is to turn an unused phone, laptop, console, camera or pile of games into money today, or as quickly as reasonably possible, these shops can make a lot of sense.
You are effectively exchanging part of the item’s value for a service: the shop finds the eventual buyer, handles the advertising, deals with enquiries, tests the product, provides the buyer with a warranty and takes the risk that the item may sit unsold for months.
The forum discussions reflect exactly that trade-off. CeX and Cash Converters are regularly criticised for low purchase prices, but the same discussions contain sellers who use them precisely because they do not want to spend days dealing with OLX messages, negotiation, no-shows or attempted scams.
The simplest rule is therefore:
Sell privately for the best price. Sell to a shop for the least hassle.
If you are leaving Portugal, clearing an apartment or simply have electronics that have been sitting in a drawer for years, that convenience can easily be worth the difference.
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