A complete, honest fee comparison so you know exactly which platform keeps more money in your pocket.
| Platform | Selling Fee | Listing Fee | Shipping | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | 13.25% + $0.30 | Free (most) | Seller sets | Everything, high-value items |
| Poshmark | $2.95 under $15, 20% at $15+ | Free | Buyer pays $7.97 | Clothing, accessories |
| Mercari | 10% + payment fee | Free | Buyer or seller | All categories, mid-range |
| Depop | 10% | Free | Buyer or seller | Vintage, streetwear, Gen Z |
Here is exactly what you pay on each platform when you sell the same item at different price points:
| Sell price | eBay fee | Poshmark fee | Mercari fee | Depop fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $1.63 MID | $2.95 HIGH | $1.00 LOW | $1.00 LOW |
| $20 | $2.95 BEST | $4.00 MID | $2.00 LOW | $2.00 LOW |
| $30 | $4.28 BEST | $6.00 MID | $3.00 LOW | $3.00 LOW |
| $50 | $6.93 BEST | $10.00 HIGH | $5.00 LOW | $5.00 LOW |
| $100 | $13.55 BEST | $20.00 HIGH | $10.00 LOW | $10.00 LOW |
Fees: 13.25% + $0.30 per order. Store subscribers get 0.3%-0.8% off. Category rates vary (Musical Instruments 6.35%, Heavy Equipment 3%).
Pros: Largest audience (132M+ active buyers). Best for high-value items. Auction format available. Promoted Listings let you pay for visibility. Most seller protection.
Cons: More complex fee structure. Returns can be painful. Promoted Listings costs add up.
Best for: Electronics, branded clothing, collectibles, furniture, anything $30+. Use our eBay Fee Calculator for exact numbers.
Fees: $2.95 flat under $15, 20% at $15+. Free listings, free shipping labels (prepaid).
Pros: Simplest fee structure. Built-in fashion audience. Social features (shares, parties, follows). Prepaid shipping labels. Quick sales for trending brands.
Cons: 20% is the highest rate of any platform. Not profitable for items under $10. Limited to 5 lb shipping. US-only.
Best for: Clothing, shoes, accessories priced $15-$50. Use our Poshmark Fee Calculator for exact profit.
Fees: 10% on the sale price + payment processing. Free listings.
Pros: Lowest fees of the big three. Sells everything (not just fashion). Simple app. Built-in shipping labels available. Price flexibility.
Cons: Smaller audience than eBay. Buyer protection can be inconsistent. Fewer seller tools.
Best for: Mid-range items ($15-$75), home goods, electronics, toys, everything.
Fees: 10% flat. No listing fees. Shipping varies.
Pros: Lowest fees. Young, fashion-forward audience. Strong for vintage, streetwear, and niche fashion. Instagram-style discovery.
Cons: Smallest audience. Best for items under $60. Fewer seller protections. US audience skews young.
Best for: Vintage, streetwear, Y2K, niche fashion for Gen Z buyers.
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Depop and Mercari tie at 10% flat. eBay is next at 13.25% + $0.30. Poshmark is highest at 20% (or $2.95 flat under $15). For high-value items ($50+), eBay's effective rate is lower than Poshmark's 20%.
Yes, if you sell clothing priced $15-$50 where the 20% fee is manageable and the built-in fashion audience is valuable. Not ideal for low-margin or very low-price items.
Poshmark and Depop. Poshmark has the largest US fashion audience. Depop is strongest for vintage and streetwear. eBay is best for branded or higher-value clothing.
Yes. Most successful resellers cross-list on 2-3 platforms. Use our Multi-Platform Profit Calculator to compare net profit before pricing.
Poshmark for ease of use. eBay for long-term potential and largest audience. Mercari for lowest fees on everyday items.