SofortKauf

Sofortkauf, also written Sofort-Kauf, is a fixed-price purchase option used on online marketplaces and auction sites that allows a buyer to purchase an item immediately at a price set by the seller. It is most common on German-language platforms such as eBay.de, where listings may indicate that a Sofortkauf is possible or displayed as a button labeled “Sofort kaufen.”

How it works in practice is straightforward. The seller provides a fixed price and may include information on shipping costs, payment methods, and return policies. A buyer who chooses the Sofortkauf option pays the stated price and completes the purchase without participating in an auction or bidding process. Once the purchase is completed, the listing is typically closed to further offers. Depending on the platform, the buyer can use available payment methods (for example, card payments or online wallets) and the item is shipped according to the seller’s terms.

Contextually, Sofortkauf contrasts with auction-style listings where buyers compete by placing bids. It also sits alongside other fixed-price formats, sometimes including a Preisvorschlag (best offer) feature that may allow negotiation in some cases. While Sofortkauf provides immediacy and certainty, buyers should review the seller’s terms, shipping costs, and return policies and be aware of standard buyer protections offered by the platform. The availability of Sofortkauf varies by platform and item, and it is commonly used in German-speaking e-commerce environments.