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How Much Is It Worth?

Snap a photo and find out instantly — free AI price estimates

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Common questions

How does CostCam work?

Take a photo of any item with your phone or upload one. CostCam's AI identifies what it is and returns an estimated price range based on current market data, adjusted for your local currency.

Is CostCam free?

Yes. CostCam is free to use — no signup required.

How much does CostCam cost?

Nothing. There is no fee, no subscription and no account. You can use it as often as you like.

What kinds of items can CostCam value?

Almost anything: antiques, collectibles, electronics, furniture, clothing, jewelry, vintage items, garage-sale finds and more. Confidence is highest for items with a clear brand or model.

How accurate are the price estimates?

CostCam returns a range (low / typical / high) based on current market signals. It's a fast guide for shopping, selling, insurance documentation and decluttering — not a formal appraisal.

What happens to my photo?

Your photo goes to OpenAI to be identified and priced, and we keep a copy for 90 days so we can check how accurate our estimates are. After that it is deleted automatically. If you rate an estimate we keep that photo for longer as a test case. We never sell your photos and never publish one without your consent. Full detail on the privacy page.

Do I need to install an app?

No. CostCam runs in your phone's browser — there is nothing to download from an app store.

You can still keep the icon on your home screen. On Android, tap Add to Home Screen under the Take Picture button. On iPhone, tap the Share button in Safari and choose Add to Home Screen. It then opens full screen, like an app.

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How Much Is It Worth?

Two different questions come up when you point a camera at something. How much is this worth asks what you could sell it for today. How much does it cost asks what you'd pay to buy one. CostCam answers both — you get a resale range plus a sense of the current retail price.

You get three numbers rather than one, because secondhand prices are a range. The low figure is a quick-sale price. The typical figure is a realistic asking price. The high figure is what the item reaches in excellent condition with a patient seller.

  1. Take a photo of one item, in daylight, against a plain background.
  2. Include the markings — model number, maker's mark, label — if the item has any.
  3. Read the range. A wide range usually means the photo needs re-shooting, not that the item is worthless.

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