How to use

It’s easy — that’s the whole point.

You can use REcheck to say ‘bye’ to stuff you no longer need or ‘buy’ something pre-loved (hello, sustainable shopping!).

Reveal

Start by typing the item you want to rehome into the search bar, and set how far you’re willing to travel. Then hit the magnifying glass.

If you’ve got a bunch of similar things (like a lounge, bed frame and side table), try clicking a category image on the homepage — like Furniture.

Images of food, furniture and garden equipment to represent some of the categories available on REcheck
Results

Up top, you’ll see how many places accept your item, grouped by the type of RE. You might be surprised just how many second chances your stuff has!

Five buttons showing the different types of RE
Refine

Use the filters to get more specific:

  • Condition: usable or not
  • Exchange method: drop-off, pick-up, or post
  • Money matters: want to rent or sell? Tick that box.

Click ‘Apply’ to see updated results.
Need a bigger or smaller radius? Adjust the distance too.

Shows the filters of Quality, how to exchange items and ability to earn money
Review

Each listing gives you a quick snapshot of the taker. Want the full scoop? Click into the listing to see all the details.

A snapshot of the taker's information
Reduce

Love a listing? Click the little flag icon to save it to your shortlist.
Your shortlist will hang out here until you clear your browsing history — handy for coming back later.

Refer

Good things are better when shared.

If you spot a place you think a friend, neighbour, or community group should know about, just click the share icon to email it their way. One click could save someone a whole lot of searching — and a whole lot of stuff from going to waste.

Redirect

Ready to pass it on? Nice work. Just follow the instructions in the listing.

Rejoice

You did it! Another item dodges landfill — and you made it happen. Come back anytime you need help keeping stuff in circulation.

Reverse

REcheck isn’t just for saying goodbye — it’s great for finding things, too.

Doing a bit of DIY? Search for places that take timber, tools, or paint, then check if they also sell or give away those materials.

Who knows? Your next project might be hiding in someone else’s donation pile.

Shortlist flag and share icon