Buchi R-205 vs Eppendorf 5424

Side-by-side used-pricing comparison. Same category, so direct comparison is meaningful.

Metric	Buchi R-205	Eppendorf 5424
Manufacturer	Buchi	Eppendorf
Category	Lab Equipment	Lab Equipment
Complete-system median	$825	$992
Complete-system comps	28	18
p25 – p75 range (complete system)	$671 – $1,450	$762 – $1,200
Min – max observed	$450 – $2,500	$500 – $2,300
Active listings	43	51
Sources	2	1
Coverage	GOOD	LIMITED

On observed listings alone, the Buchi R-205 complete-system median is $825 (28 comps), while the Eppendorf 5424 median is $992 (18 comps). That's a -17% price difference between the two on the secondary market.

FAQ

Is the Buchi R-205 or Eppendorf 5424 cheaper used?

On observed listings, the Buchi R-205 has the lower complete-system median ($825 vs $992).

What is the used price difference between the Buchi R-205 and Eppendorf 5424?

About 17% on the secondary market, based on 28 and 18 complete-system comps respectively.

How these medians are computed → · Glossary →

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