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Best Offer
What is Best Offer?
Best Offer is a great way for buyers and sellers to connect on price and close the sale fast. All you have to do is name your price, and if the seller agrees, you can buy the item immediately! Get the item you want at the price you want to pay!

  • It's easy
  • It's fast
  • It's free

How to buy with Best Offer


Step 1: Find the item you want and go to the listing page. If the Best Offer option is available for the item you would like to purchase, you will see a "Make Offer" button located directly below the "Buy It Now" button on the listing page.
Click "Make Offer" to make your request. You can make up to 2 offers per item, making it easier to agree on an acceptable price.



Step 2: Determine the price you would like to pay for the item and click "Review Offer".



Step 3: Review your offer carefully and click "Commit Best Offer". You will receive an email confirming your item offer.


Step 4: Check the status of offers made to sellers within My eBay. Once the seller has accepted your Best Offer, you become the instant winner of the item and may proceed to make payment. You will also be notified by an email if the seller has accepted your Best Offer.


Where can I find items with Best Offer?
Best Offer can be found in the following categories:


  • Automotive
  • Cameras & Photos
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Computers & Networking
  • Home & Garden
  • Mobile & Home Phones
  • Everything Else