Scanner Price Analysis
Current market data for 6,360 scanners listed on eBay.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 39% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Digital (Conventional) and Analog models, which stay close to the 39.86 median. Digital (Trunking) scanners command a significant premium with a 158% increase over the median.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by communications protocol
Why? Prices vary by technology, ranging from 39.38 for unspecified protocols to 102.8 for Digital (Trunking).
Price by memory
Why? Higher channel capacities drive prices up, from 27.92 for 10 channels to 82.49 for 1000 channels.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used scanner compared to a new one?
The used median is 44.97, while the new median is 32.42.
How much more do Digital (Trunking) scanners cost?
Digital (Trunking) scanners have a median price of 102.8, which is a 158% increase over the market median.
Does memory capacity affect the price?
Yes, scanners with 10 channels have a median of 27.92, whereas those with 1000 channels reach a median of 82.49.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $12–$380, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 2, 2026.