YardSwaps vs MachineryTrader for Used Equipment
Facts about MachineryTrader come from its own pages, checked . See sources.
YardSwaps is a marketplace for used industrial and commercial equipment, with 33 categories from fleet trucks to forklifts. Listing is free and every deal is a local pickup.
Side by side
| YardSwaps | MachineryTrader |
|---|---|
| What is sold | |
| Used industrial and commercial equipment.33 categories, from fleet trucks to forklifts. | New and used construction equipment and heavy machinery.Parts and attachments too.[1][2] |
| How selling works | |
| Free to list.Optional boosts from $2.99. | Sellers place ads on the site.Print ads in the weekly Machinery Trader magazine are offered too.It also offers an online store with free setup and no monthly fees.Its advertising page asks sellers to call or use a form to learn more.[1][2] |
| Returns | |
| Deals are between buyer and seller.Inspect and run it before you pay. | Set by each seller.MachineryTrader does not manage returns.[3] |
| Moving the equipment | |
| Local pickup only.No freight to arrange. | Its pages link to FR8Star Shipping.Its seller contact form lists equipment shipping as a topic.[1][2] |
| Auctions | |
| No auctions.Asking prices, messages and offers. | Online auctions every Wednesday on AuctionTime.com.[2] |
| Mobile apps | |
| iPhone and Android apps.The full marketplace works on the web too. | iOS and Android.[1] |
What YardSwaps charges
- Listing is free. Individual accounts hold up to 15 active listings. A free business account has no cap.
- Boosts are optional, paid once per listing: 1 day $2.99, 3 days $7.99, 7 days $14.99.
- The AI scan drafts a listing from your photos. 5 scans are free, then Pro is $9.99/mo for unlimited scans.
- The dealer plan is $49/mo. First-time dealers get 3 months free.
- No commission when it sells. YardSwaps does not handle payment for the item.
When YardSwaps fits
- You want to list for free and hand off locally.
- You sell beyond construction gear: fleet trucks, trailers, pumps, or equipment from businesses across industries.
- You want to message buyers and take offers in one app.
When MachineryTrader fits
- You sell construction equipment and want print as well as online ads.[2]
- You want an auction option.[2]
- You want free equipment valuations from its VIP tool.[1]
Questions
- Is YardSwaps free to list on?
- Yes. Listing is free. Individual accounts hold up to 15 active listings, and a free business account has no cap. Boosts are optional: 1 day $2.99, 3 days $7.99, 7 days $14.99.
- How do I find out what MachineryTrader charges?
- As of September 2026, its advertising page asks sellers to call or fill out a contact form to learn more about selling. We do not quote its prices here.[2]
- How does equipment change hands on YardSwaps?
- Every deal is a local pickup. The buyer comes to you, inspects and runs the equipment, and pays before it leaves. Then you can both confirm the deal in the app.
Sources
Each MachineryTrader fact above comes from one of these pages on its own site.
- MachineryTrader: How To Use MachineryTrader.comhttps://www.machinerytrader.com/info/how-toChecked
- MachineryTrader: Advertisinghttps://www.machinerytrader.com/info/advertisingChecked
- MachineryTrader: Returns and Refundshttps://www.machinerytrader.com/info/returns-and-refundsChecked
MachineryTrader is run by Sandhills Global. Its name is used here only to identify it. YardSwaps is not affiliated with or endorsed by MachineryTrader. Fees and features change, so check its pages before you decide.
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