Best Server Decommissioning Services in 2026
Last updated: 15 May 2026
Decommissioning a data centre rack — or even a single server cabinet — requires specialist handling beyond standard ITAD. Five services dominate the enterprise server decommissioning market in 2026.
Reviewed by the eCycling Central editorial team — last updated May 2026
Top Services Compared
| Service | Best for | Cost / payout | |---|---|---| | Sims Lifecycle (formerly Sims Recycling) | Global multi-rack engagements | R2 + e-Stewards | | Iron Mountain DataCenter | Financial services, regulated industries | R2 + NAID AAA | | ERI | US bulk volume, hyperscale | R2 + e-Stewards | | HOBI International | US mid-market | R2 + e-Stewards | | Arrow Value Recovery | Highest resale recovery | R2 |
How to Choose
Pick by what you're disposing of and where you live:
- Bulk/commercial — start with the certified ITAD providers
- Apple-only household — Apple Trade In + Apple GiveBack
- Mixed brands, instant payout — Best Buy in-store
- Highest cash — third-party trade-in services (see Decluttr vs Gazelle vs BackMarket)
- Free recycling, no trade-in — manufacturer mail-back or Best Buy free recycling