Understanding Platform Fees: Complete Fee Guide for Resellers
Compare selling fees across all major reselling platforms. Learn how eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, Depop, and other platforms charge sellers.
Understanding Reselling Platform Fees
Platform fees directly impact your profit. Understanding them helps you price correctly and choose the right platform for each item.
Quick Fee Comparison
| Platform | Total Fees | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Depop | ~3-4% | 0% fee + processing |
| 5% | Free for local | |
| Mercari | 10% | Buyer pays processing |
| eBay | ~14% | 13.6% + $0.30 |
| Poshmark | 20% | $2.95 under $15 |
| Etsy | ~12% | Plus $0.20 listing |
eBay Fees Explained
eBay uses a final value fee structure:
- 13.6% on most items (up to $7,500)
- $0.30 per-order fee
- Some categories have lower rates (sneakers 8%, guitars 6.35%)
Example: Sell a $100 item
- Fee: $100 × 13.6% + $0.30 = $13.90
- You keep: $86.10
Poshmark Fees Explained
Poshmark has the simplest structure:
- Under $15: Flat $2.95 fee
- $15 and up: 20% commission
The bonus: Free shipping labels included (buyer pays $7.97)
Example: Sell a $50 item
- Fee: $50 × 20% = $10.00
- You keep: $40.00
Mercari Fees Explained
Mercari has a unique structure for US sellers (updated 2025):
- Selling fee: 10%
- Payment processing: 0% (Paid by buyer!)
Example: Sell a $50 item
- Selling fee: $5.00
- Processing: $0.00
- Total fees: $5.00
- You keep: $45.00
Which Platform is Cheapest?
For a $50 sale (before shipping):
| Platform | Fees | You Keep |
|---|---|---|
| Depop | $2.10 | $47.90 |
| $2.50 | $47.50 | |
| Mercari | $5.00 | $45.00 |
| eBay | $7.10 | $42.90 |
| Poshmark | $10.00 | $40.00 |
But fees aren’t everything. Consider:
- Audience size (eBay is largest)
- Shipping costs (Poshmark includes labels)
- Speed of sale
- Your item category
Hidden Costs to Remember
Shipping
Most platforms don’t include shipping. Budget:
- $4-6 for small items
- $8-12 for medium
- $15+ for heavy/large
Promoted Listings
- eBay: 2-20% additional
- Etsy: Variable
- Poshmark: Closet Clear Out discounts
Payment Processing
Already included in most fees, but:
- PayPal G&S: 2.9% + $0.30
- Instant transfer fees: $0.25-$2.00
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