How much does it cost to post a games console?
UK postage prices for a games console, compared across Royal Mail, Evri and InPost.
The cheapest way to post a games console is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop for £2.62.
Based on a typical packed size of 45 × 38 × 15cm and weight of 4.5kg (Royal Mail size: Medium Parcel).
Check your exact size & weightAll options for a games console
| Service | Speed | Tracked | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop Drop at a ParcelShop; recipient collects from their chosen shop | Usually 2-4 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £2.62 |
| InPost Locker to locker - Medium (B) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.49 approx. |
| InPost Locker to locker - Large (C) Drop in any InPost locker 24/7 - no printer needed | Usually 1-3 working days (recipient collects) | Yes | £3.99 approx. |
| Evri Standard parcel Book online, drop at an Evri ParcelShop or locker | Usually 2-3 working days | Yes | £6.49 approx. |
| Royal Mail Tracked 48 Medium (online) Print label online, drop at Post Office or collection | Aims for 2-3 working days | Yes | £9.50 approx. |
| Royal Mail 2nd Class Medium Parcel Post Office counter | Aims for 2-3 working days | No | £9.50 |
| Royal Mail Tracked 24 Medium (online) Print label online, drop at Post Office or collection | Aims for next working day | Yes | £10.75 approx. |
| Royal Mail 1st Class Medium Parcel Post Office counter | Aims for next working day | No | £11.45 approx. |
| Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm Post Office counter or online | Guaranteed next working day by 1pm | Yes | £22.95 approx. |
Prices from 5 October 2026, last checked 1 October 2026. Prices marked approx. are our best estimate – confirm with the carrier before paying.
Royal Mail or a courier?
The cheapest Royal Mail option is Tracked 48 Medium (online) at £9.50, and the cheapest courier is Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop at £2.62 – so for a games console, a courier is cheaper by £6.88. Royal Mail delivers to the door and you can hand it in at any Post Office; courier drop-off services are often cheaper but may need the recipient to collect from a shop or locker.
How to pack a games console for posting
- Remove any discs and disconnect all cables and controllers.
- Wrap the console in bubble wrap and pack controllers and cables separately in bags.
- Use the original box inside an outer box if you can.
- Fill every gap so nothing shifts.
Common mistake: Consoles with the hard drive or disc left in can be damaged in transit. Always remove discs before posting.
Good to know
Consoles are heavy for their size, so compare Royal Mail with couriers every time - the cheapest option changes a lot by weight.
What if yours is heavier?
Weight changes the price, so here is the cheapest option at the same size but heavier weights.
| Packed weight | Cheapest | Service |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5kg | £2.62 | Evri ParcelShop to ParcelShop |
| 6.75kg | £3.49 | InPost Locker to locker - Medium (B) |
| 9kg | £3.49 | InPost Locker to locker - Medium (B) |