--- source_url: "https://www.feepilot.app/docs/compare?utm_source=openai" title: "Marketplace Fees Compared 2026 — Which Platform Takes the Least? | FeePilot — Fee Pilot" mirrored_at: 2026-08-04T03:02:42.748Z host: www.feepilot.app cited_in_42a: true mirror_canonical: "https://index.42a.ai/www.feepilot.app/docs/compare__q__utm_source_openai" --- > **Original source:** https://www.feepilot.app/docs/compare?utm_source=openai Last updated: April 2026 Seller fees vary wildly across platforms — from **0%** (Vinted, Depop US/UK commission) to **20%** (Poshmark). Choosing the right platform can mean the difference between profit and loss, especially on lower-margin items. This guide compares all 15 major marketplace fees side by side so you can make an informed decision. ## Quick Comparison Table Platform Listing Fee Commission Processing ~$100 Rate eBay Free (250/mo) 13.6% Included ~14% Amazon FBA None 8–20% (by category) Included ~15% Mercari None 10% None (2026) ~10% Poshmark None 20% (≥$15) Included ~20% Etsy $0.20/listing 6.5% 3% + $0.25 ~10% Depop (US/UK) None 0% 3.3% + $0.45 ~4% StockX None 7–9% 3% ~12–15% GOAT None 9.5% + 2.9% Included ~15% Reverb None 5% 3.19% + $0.49 ~8% Vestiaire None 12% 3% ~15% Grailed None 9% 3.49% + $0.49 ~13% Walmart None 6-20% (by category) Included ~15% TikTok Shop None 6% Included ~6% FB Marketplace None 10% (shipped) Included ~10% / 0% local OfferUp None 12.9% (shipped) Included ~13% / 0% local Whatnot None 8% 2.9% + $0.30 ~11% Kidizen Varies 12–15% 2.9% + $0.30 ~16–18% Vinted None 0% 0% 0% PayPal G&S None N/A 3.49% + $0.49 ~4% Shopify (own store) None 0% (own store) 2.9% + $0.30 ~3% Rates shown are for standard US sellers. Effective rates are approximate for a $100 sale. Actual fees vary by category, seller level, and location. ## Cheapest Platforms for Sellers (Ranked) 1. **Vinted** — 0% seller fees (buyers pay all fees) 2. **Depop (US/UK)** — ~4% (payment processing only, no commission) 3. **PayPal G&S** — ~4% (but no marketplace traffic — you bring your own buyers) 4. **Mercari** — 10% flat (no separate processing since Jan 2026) 5. **FB Marketplace / OfferUp (local)** — 0% for cash sales (no protection) Cheapest doesn't mean best — consider audience size, buyer traffic, item category fit, and seller protection when choosing a platform. ## Best Platform by Category - **Sneakers & Streetwear:** StockX, GOAT, Grailed — authentication builds buyer trust and commands premium prices - **Vintage & Fashion:** Depop, Poshmark, Vinted — strong communities for secondhand clothing - **Handmade & Crafts:** Etsy — the dominant marketplace for handmade, vintage, and craft supplies - **General / Everything:** eBay, Mercari, FB Marketplace — broadest categories and buyer reach - **Luxury & Designer:** Vestiaire Collective — authentication and fee caps on high-value items - **Children's Items:** Kidizen — niche audience of parents buying kids' clothing and gear - **Collectibles & Trading Cards:** Whatnot (live auctions), eBay — competitive bidding drives prices up - **Local Sales:** FB Marketplace, OfferUp — 0% fees for in-person cash transactions ## Key Fee Differences Explained ### Bundled vs Separate Processing - **Bundled (simpler):** eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, FB Marketplace, OfferUp — one fee covers everything - **Separate (adds up):** Etsy, Depop, Grailed, Kidizen, Whatnot, StockX — commission + processing are separate charges that stack ### Fees on Shipping - **Charge fees on shipping:** eBay, Mercari, Etsy, Depop (international), Grailed — fees apply to the total including shipping - **Fees on item only:** Poshmark, StockX, GOAT, Vestiaire, FB Marketplace — shipping handled separately ### Performance-Based Fees - **eBay:** Top Rated Seller gets 10% discount; Below Standard gets +6% penalty - **GOAT:** Rating below 50 means 25% commission vs 9.5% for 90+ — nearly triple - **StockX:** Higher sales volume unlocks lower fee tiers (Level 1: 9% → Level 5: 7%) ## Recent Fee Changes (2024–2026) - **Jan 2026:** Mercari removed payment processing fee (2.9% + $0.50) for sellers — total fees dropped from ~13.4% to flat 10% - **Jan 2026:** eBay expanded Promoted Listings attribution — ad fee now charged on any-click/any-purchase within 30 days - **Mar 2026:** StockX removed $5 Flex fee but increased Flex seller fees by 2%; standard shipping fee up from $4 to $5 - **Mar 2026:** Vestiaire Collective introduced new tiered fee structure with £2,000 cap on high-value items - **Jul 2024:** Depop introduced 0% marketplace fee for US and UK sellers on new/updated listings - **2024:** Poshmark attempted new fee structure (5.99% seller + $5.99 buyer protection) — reverted after backlash ## Calculate Your Fees Use the FeePilot calculator to estimate your payout on any platform. Enter your sale price, shipping, and cost of goods — then compare all 21 platforms side by side in seconds. [Open FeePilot Calculator →](https://www.feepilot.app/) ## Individual Fee Guides Read the complete fee breakdown for each platform: - [eBay Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/ebay-fees) - [Amazon FBA Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/amazon-fba-fees) - [Mercari Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/mercari-fees) - [Poshmark Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/poshmark-fees) - [Etsy Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/etsy-fees) - [Depop Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/depop-fees) - [StockX Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/stockx-fees) - [GOAT Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/goat-fees) - [Reverb Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/reverb-fees) - [Vestiaire Collective Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/vestiaire-fees) - [Grailed Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/grailed-fees) - [Walmart Marketplace Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/walmart-fees) - [TikTok Shop Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/tiktok-shop-fees) - [Facebook Marketplace Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/fb-marketplace-fees) - [OfferUp Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/offerup-fees) - [Whatnot Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/whatnot-fees) - [Kidizen Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/kidizen-fees) - [Vinted Seller Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/vinted-fees) - [PayPal Goods & Services Fees Guide 2026](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/paypal-fees) - [Shopify Fees Guide 2026 (Own Store Baseline)](https://www.feepilot.app/docs/shopify-fees) Disclaimer: FeePilot is not affiliated with any of the platforms listed on this page. All fee information is based on publicly available data as of April 2026. Fees change periodically — always consult each platform's official documentation for the latest rates and policies. ### Get notified when fees change We'll email you when any marketplace updates their seller fees. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.