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Grow Light Ballast Pricing

Analysis of 1,536 eBay listings for grow light ballasts.

What you'll usually pay

$47.49 typical price
Most are between$22$150
Brand new$59.26
Used$42
On sale now1,536

💡 Buying used saves about 29% here.

👉 In short easy summary

The market median is 47.49, with new units costing 59.26 and used units 42. Fluorescent Tube compatible models command a premium at 61.35 (+29%), while LED options are significantly cheaper at 30 (-37%).

Price by suitable for

LED (Light Emiting Diode)
$30-37%
HPS/MH (Switchable)
$49.43+4%
HPS (High Pressure Sodium)
$50+5%
MH (Metal Halide)
$50+5%
HSP (High Pressure Sodium)
$55+16%
Fluorescent Tube
$61.35+29%

Why? Price varies by technology, with Fluorescent Tube being the most expensive at 61.35 and LED the cheapest at 30.

🛒 Some on sale right now

Common questions

What is the typical price difference between new and used ballasts?

New ballasts have a median price of 59.26, while used units have a median of 42.

Which ballast type is the most affordable?

LED (Light Emiting Diode) ballasts are the most affordable with a median price of 30.

How do HPS and MH ballasts compare in price?

HPS (High Pressure Sodium) and MH (Metal Halide) ballasts both have a median price of 50.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $22$150, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 27, 2026.