By the PickMerit teamUpdated 2026-07-24 every entry human-verified
Every service below states same-day or on-the-spot payment on its own site — check each card for the exact terms (some pay at pickup, some at a branch, and inspections can still adjust an offer). Same verified data as the main roundup.
Pickup can carry an additional service charge and is only for customers in specific locations; final payment happens only at the appointment after an inspection confirms the car matches the appraisal info
In-person branch inspection required, and valuations 'may be adjusted at our discretion at any time, including prior to or during our in-branch vehicle inspection'; additional fees such as titling may apply
Redemption requires visiting a local AutoNation store for a physical inspection to confirm the car matches the details provided — no home pickup option stated
'Our bids are good for 12 hours' — far shorter than competitors' 7-day windows; bids are based on your description and the vehicle is re-inspected by the affiliate dealer on arrival
Online instant cash offer for your car in under two minutes, with driveway pickup as soon as same day or drop-off at Carvana locations.
Free offerFree tier: —WebUSHome pickup (location-dependent)Drop-off at Carvana locations
Standout
Cash offer in under two minutes with car picked up from your driveway as soon as the same day; offer valid for 7 days
Weakness
Pickup can carry an additional service charge and is only for customers in specific locations; final payment happens only at the appointment after an inspection confirms the car matches the appraisal info
Pricing detail
Free to get an offer (no fee stated)
Drop-off at Carvana hubs/vending machines 'always free'
Pickup 'for an additional service charge, for customers in specific locations'
Free instant online valuation then same-day payment after an in-person inspection at one of 87 US branches or via mobile buying service.
Free valuationFree tierWeb87 US branch locationsMobile buying service (availability varies by area)
Standout
Same-day payment at the appointment with choice of check, ACH, wire, or Zelle; 7-day offer option plus mobile service that brings the appointment to you
Weakness
In-person branch inspection required, and valuations 'may be adjusted at our discretion at any time, including prior to or during our in-branch vehicle inspection'; additional fees such as titling may apply
Online appraisal generates a competitive offer good for 7 days or 500 miles, redeemed with same-day on-the-spot payment after a quick in-store inspection.
Free offerFree tier: —WebUS AutoNation store networkIn-store redemption
Standout
Offer valid '7 days or 500 miles, whichever comes first' with on-the-spot same-day payment by check or instant Zelle; buys vehicles in all conditions and handles loan payoff deduction
Weakness
Redemption requires visiting a local AutoNation store for a physical inspection to confirm the car matches the details provided — no home pickup option stated
Nationwide online car buyer: enter plate/VIN for an offer in 60 seconds, free pickup or drop-off, paid by check same business day.
Free offer + free pickupFree tierWebUS nationwideFree pickup at your locationDrop-off at affiliate dealerships
Standout
Beat-CarMax/Carvana guarantee — 'or we'll mail you a $100 check — guaranteed'; offer in 60 seconds with free pick-up or drop-off
Weakness
'Our bids are good for 12 hours' — far shorter than competitors' 7-day windows; bids are based on your description and the vehicle is re-inspected by the affiliate dealer on arrival
Mobile car-buying service whose reps come to you and pay on the spot before keys transfer.
No fees statedFree tierWeb/smartphonePennsylvaniaOhioDelawareNew Jerseypart of Minnesota
Standout
'We come to you. Paid on the spot!' — claims under 5 minutes from initial offer to booked appointment, with guaranteed payment before keys transfer and immediate lienholder payoff
Weakness
Regional only (PA/OH/DE/NJ/partial MN — out-of-area sellers must meet inside coverage zones); full offer requires a smartphone
Pricing detail
No seller fees stated
Free vehicle pickup/transport within 24-72 hours after sale
