DKOldies review

DKOldies ranks first because it removes most of the risk of buying old hardware. Its warranty page says every product, new or used, is covered by a 365-day free warranty for an exchange or store credit, and any product can be returned for a refund of the purchase price, minus shipping, within 30 days of the order date. The about page says technicians test every console before orders are packed in Morgantown, Pennsylvania. Shipping is free on US orders over $20 to the contiguous states, and the store says 99% of paid shipping orders leave within 1 business day. A phone line helps with hooking up a system or cleaning old cartridges, and a rewards program pays points for shopping. The trade-off is price: one store sets every price, so rare or boxed games can cost more than on eBay or Mercari. We compared documented features and published policies only.

Who it is for

Collectors and returning players who want working retro hardware with the longest warranty on this list.

Price

Free to shop; free US shipping on orders over $20 to the contiguous United States.

Free US Shipping with orders over $20
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• 365-day free warranty on products, new or used, for exchange or store credit
• Refund of the purchase price, minus shipping, within 30 days of the order date
• Free US shipping on orders over $20 to the contiguous United States
• Consoles tested by in-house technicians in Morgantown, Pennsylvania
• Phone help with hooking up systems and cleaning old games

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Longest warranty of any store on this list
• Strength: Clear 30-day refund rule on top of the warranty
• Strength: 99% of paid shipping orders leave within 1 business day, per the store
• Weakness: Warranty claims end in an exchange or store credit, not cash, after 30 days
• Weakness: Prices are set by one store, so rare items can cost more than on open marketplaces
• Weakness: Apparel, glassware, plushies, doormats and stickers are excluded from the warranty

Key facts

• Warranty: 365 days, exchange or store credit
• Refund window: 30 days from order, shipping not refunded
• Free shipping: US orders over $20 (contiguous states)
• Location: Morgantown, Pennsylvania
• Rewards: Points for shopping and sharing

Where it ranks

DKOldies is No. 1 in our Best Places to Buy Retro Games verdict.