Top & Base Coat Pricing
Market data for 1,416 top and base coat listings.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found with Sally Hansen at a 15% discount from the median. DND represents the highest premium, priced 88% above the market median.
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Price by brand
Why? Prices vary by brand positioning, with DND at 29.99 and Sally Hansen at 13.49.
Price by features
Why? Specialized properties drive costs, with Odorless options costing 20.07 compared to 15.48 for unspecified features.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new top or base coat?
The median price for new listings is 15.99.
Which brand is the most affordable based on median price?
Sally Hansen is the most affordable with a median price of 13.49.
Do specialized features like 'Odorless' increase the price?
Yes, Odorless coatings have a median price of 20.07, which is 26% above the median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $8–$40, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 7, 2026.