The Complete Guide to Liquidation Marketplaces
Where the pallets actually come from, and which platform fits your model.
Marketplace GuidesThe short answer
B-Stock, Liquidation.com, Direct Liquidation, BULQ, and more, how each marketplace differs and which one you should be watching.
The five you should know
B-Stock
A network of retailer-branded auction sites (Amazon, Walmart, Target, Home Depot and more). Best manifests, biggest lots, most competition. If you want retailer-direct inventory, this is where you go.
Liquidation.com
One of the oldest platforms. Broader inventory mix, from customer returns to overstock and salvage. Good for beginners because lots are smaller.
Direct Liquidation
Strong on major retailer returns. Consistent manifests. Buyer fees are moderate.
BULQ
Owned by Optoro, focused on retailer returns broken down into truckload, pallet, and case lots. Fixed pricing available, which removes auction pressure.
888 Lots
Focused on Amazon-friendly inventory sold at fixed prices with manifests. Good for FBA-driven models.
How to choose
- Just starting? BULQ case lots or 888 Lots fixed-price lots.
- Scaling on retail arbitrage? B-Stock retailer-specific sites.
- Want variety? Liquidation.com.
- Amazon FBA focus? 888 Lots and select B-Stock stores.
See our best liquidation marketplaces comparison for side-by-side buyer fees, minimums, and manifest quality.