Fees decide your real profit. This table summarises seller fees and the best categories for each platform. Fees change frequently, so treat these as a starting point and verify before pricing.
| Marketplace | Seller fees | Reach | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | Most categories: 13.6% of the total sale (incl. shipping and tax) + $0.40 per order ($0.30 if $10 or less) | Global, shipped | Almost every category, especially collectibles, parts and electronics |
| Poshmark | 20% on sales of $15 or more; $2.95 flat under $15 (buyer pays shipping) | US, shipped (prepaid label) | Clothing, shoes and accessories |
| Mercari | 10% selling fee on item price + buyer-paid shipping; no processing fee; $2 failed / $3 instant withdrawals | US, shipped | General merchandise, toys, electronics, clothing |
| Depop | US: no selling fee; 3.3% + $0.45 payment processing; Boosted listings +12% | US, UK, global, shipped | Vintage, streetwear and Y2K fashion |
| Facebook Marketplace | Local pickup free; shipped orders 10% (minimum $0.80) | Local and shipped | Furniture, appliances, bulky and local items |
| OfferUp | Free local listings; nationwide shipping has been discontinued | Local and shipped, US | Local electronics, tools and furniture |
| Etsy | $0.20 listing fee + 6.5% transaction fee + 3% + $0.25 payment processing (US) | Global, shipped | Vintage items (20+ years old), handmade and craft supplies |
| Reverb | 5% selling fee (incl. shipping) + 3.19% + $0.49 payment processing | Global, shipped | Musical instruments, pedals and audio gear |
| Chairish | Commission 20-40% by plan (Consignor 40%, Professional 30%, Premium 25-30%) | US, shipped and white-glove | Vintage and designer furniture, art, decor |
| AptDeco | Commission on sales; delivery handled | NYC, Boston, DC, Philadelphia and other metros | Selling quality furniture in big cities without a truck |
| Grailed | 9% commission ($120+) or 6% (min $1.99) under $120, plus 3.49% + $0.49 processing (US) | Global, shipped | Menswear, designer and streetwear |
| Whatnot | 8% commission (4% coins; lower at volume tiers) + 2.9% + $0.30 processing on the full order | Live shopping, US and more | Cards, collectibles, sneakers and vintage via livestream |
| Vinted | No seller fees (buyer pays protection fee) | US, UK, EU, shipped | Clothing sellers who want zero seller fees |
| Swappa | Seller fee 3% of the sale price; free to list | US, shipped | Phones, tablets, laptops and game consoles |
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