Baby items are pricey and only used for a limited time, which is likely why many parents turn to the secondhand market. The problem is when you buy a used SNOO from Facebook Marketplace, eBay, or even from a local parent, there are a lot of unknowns! Is the used SNOO in good working condition? Has the secondhand SNOO been thoroughly cleaned? Is the person selling the used SNOO near me trustworthy?

What are the risks of purchasing a used SNOO from Facebook, Craigslist, or another unauthorized seller?

Purchasing a secondhand SNOO can be a big gamble. That’s because…

  • ·       There is no warranty on used SNOOs bought off Facebook, Craigslist, etc. With most sellers, if your secondhand SNOO doesn’t work properly, you don’t have any recourse. That’s because, no matter what a seller might tell you, SNOO warranties are non-transferable. 
  • ·      Facebook and Craigslist used SNOOs aren’t sanitized. Babies spit up, their diapers leak—and all of that happens in SNOO. So, when you buy a used SNOO from a stranger, you’re buying all of those germs and grime—plus, dust, dirt, and potential pet hair, smoke, and even bed bugs, too. But remember, all rental SNOOs are professionally cleaned and sanitized before being sent to a new family. Plus, you get all new soft goods, as well!
  • ·      There are unknowns with a Craigslist or eBay used SNOO. When you’re buying a used SNOO off eBay, Facebook, Nextdoor, or another seller, there’s no way to know for sure if there are any hidden damages or if SNOO has been stolen.

  • ·      Unauthorized secondhand SNOO sales are vulnerable to scams. Buying a used SNOO on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, or another secondhand seller can be risky business, thanks in part to scammers who try to sell stolen rental SNOOs. Since all stolen SNOOs are disabled, unsuspecting parents wind up out of money and out of a fully functioning SNOO. Plus, a report from ProPublica found that Facebook Marketplace rarely stops scams before they happen, often missing obvious red flags such as hacked accounts and suspiciously low-priced items.

The Best Alternative to Buying a Used SNOO: SNOO Rental

When you rent SNOO you know that in addition to the safety and sleep-boosting benefits, you’re also getting the peace of mind knowing that your SNOO is in like-new condition, has been fully sanitized, and has been rigorously checked for quality and safety. Plus, renting SNOO saves families hundreds of dollars over a new SNOO and lets them commit at their own pace! 

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