How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- Vinted and Depop keep the most money in your pocket, with zero seller commission on Vinted and processing-only costs on Depop.
- Poshmark suits brand-name and designer clothes, but its 20 percent commission is the highest among peer-to-peer apps here.
- ThredUp and The RealReal are hands-off consignment: you send items in and they handle the rest, but payouts are a smaller share.
- Fees have changed often in the last two years, so confirm the fee in the app before you list, rather than trusting an old guide.
- Many successful sellers list the same item on two or three apps, since audiences differ by style and price.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Poshmark | Brand-name and designer clothes | Free to list; $2.95 under $15, 20% on $15 and up | Yes |
 Depop | Vintage, Y2K and streetwear | Free to list; 3.3% plus $0.45 processing | Yes |
 Vinted | Everyday clothes with zero seller fees | Free to list; 0% seller fees | Yes |
 Mercari | Fast, simple general sales | Free to list; see fee note in article | Yes |
 eBay | Global reach and volume | Free to list; 13.6% plus $0.40 per order | Yes |
 ThredUp | Hands-off bulk cleanouts | $14.99 bag fee, then a share of sale price | Yes |
 The RealReal | Luxury designer consignment | 30% to 80% commission | Yes |
 Grailed | Menswear, designer and streetwear | Free to list; 9% plus payment processing | Yes |
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The best app for selling clothes
Starting priceFree to list; $2.95 under $15, 20% on $15 and up
Free planYes
Poshmark is the fashion-first marketplace, with 80 million or more registered users and an audience willing to pay more for brand-name clothes, activewear and designer items. Social features like sharing, following and Posh Parties lift exposure for sellers who participate, and prepaid shipping labels simplify fulfillment. Payouts land within about three days of delivery.
The cost is steep: $2.95 on sales under $15 and 20 percent on sales of $15 and up, plus a Texas seller fee tax for Texas sellers since October 2025. Sellers who dislike social selling will find the effort taxing. For fashion-focused closets, Poshmark audience often justifies the fee through higher sale prices.
What we like- Fashion-focused audience
- Social selling lifts exposure
- Prepaid labels
Watch out for- Highest peer-to-peer commission here
- Social features take time
Starting priceFree to list; 3.3% plus $0.45 processing
Free planYes
Depop targets Gen Z buyers hunting vintage, Y2K and streetwear, with 35 million or more users. Since July 2024, Depop charges no seller commission in the US and UK, leaving only 3.3 percent plus $0.45 processing per transaction, which makes it one of the cheapest places to sell. Payouts go by bank deposit.
The audience rewards strong photography and styling, so listings need more effort than a quick phone snapshot. Sellers arrange their own shipping rather than using prepaid labels. For vintage and trendy pieces, Depop is the best mix of low fees and the right buyers.
What we like- Gen Z audience
- No seller commission since July 2024
- Strong for vintage
Watch out for- Photography expectations are high
- Seller arranges shipping
Starting priceFree to list; 0% seller fees
Free planYes
Vinted charges zero seller fees: you keep 100 percent of the listed price, while buyers pay a protection fee. With 75 million or more users globally, it suits high-volume, low-cost fashion and everyday clothes from common brands. Built-in labels and wallet payouts within about two days of completion keep the process simple.
The buyer-paid fee can deter some buyers, and the audience leans budget fashion rather than luxury. For casual sellers clearing closets, Vinted maximizes earnings per item and is the easiest place to start alongside Mercari.
What we like- Zero seller fees
- You keep the full listed price
- Huge global user base
Watch out for- Buyer pays protection fee, which can deter some buyers
- Budget-fashion focus
Starting priceFree to list; see fee note in article
Free planYes
Mercari is the easiest general selling app, with a simple interface, no social selling requirements and prepaid labels. Older guides list a 10 percent seller fee, while 2026 comparisons list a zero percent selling fee with buyers paying service fees instead, which shows how often Mercari fee structure has changed. Confirm the current fee in the app before listing, since it directly affects what you keep.
The general audience suits everyday clothing, athletic wear and household goods, but fashion prices run lower than Poshmark for the same item. For beginners who want the fastest path from closet to cash, Mercari remains a top pick, ideally paired with Vinted or Poshmark for fashion pieces.
What we like- Simplest listing flow
- General audience
- Prepaid labels
- Free direct deposit
Watch out for- Fee structure has changed repeatedly
- General audience pays less for fashion
Starting priceFree to list; 13.6% plus $0.40 per order
Free planYes
eBay offers the largest buyer pool in resale, with 135 million active buyers globally, plus auctions and fixed-price listings across 190 or more markets. First 250 listings per month are free, with store subscriptions from $27.95 per month for volume sellers. Seller Hub analytics, bulk tools and CSV uploads suit professional sellers.
Fees run near 13.6 percent plus $0.40 per order for most clothing, varying by category from 2.5 to 15.3 percent, and the learning curve is steeper than Mercari or Vinted. For volume, branded and mens clothing, and niche items that need a global audience, eBay reach is unmatched.
What we like- 135 million active buyers
- Auctions and fixed price
- Global shipping to 190 markets
Watch out for- Fees vary by category
- Steeper learning curve
- Seller arranges shipping
Starting price$14.99 bag fee, then a share of sale price
Free planYes
ThredUp is consignment, not peer-to-peer: order a bag, fill it, send it in, and ThredUp photographs, lists and ships items for you. The bag fee runs $14.99, after which payouts are a share of sale price that varies widely, with published ranges from 3 to 80 percent depending on item value and type. That hands-off model suits whole-closet cleanouts where listing each item yourself would take days.
The payout share is the trade: ThredUp keeps most of the sale price on many items, and some items are recycled rather than sold. Sellers who value time over maximum return, and who like the sustainable angle, will find ThredUp the easiest cleanout option.
What we like- Fully hands-off
- Sustainable audience
- Great for decluttering bulk clothing
Watch out for- Payout share is small
- Items may be recycled rather than sold
Starting price30% to 80% commission
Free planYes
The RealReal is the luxury consignment specialist, authenticating and selling designer pieces to an audience willing to pay for verified luxury. Sellers send items in and The RealReal handles photography, listing, pricing and shipping, with payouts after sale. Commissions run from 30 to 80 percent depending on item value and seller tier in published comparisons.
That commission is the highest here, but luxury items need authentication trust that peer-to-peer apps cannot offer. Sellers with genuine designer handbags, watches and high-end fashion should use The RealReal over Poshmark for top-tier pieces, and Poshmark for mid-range designer items.
What we like- Luxury authentication
- Fully managed selling
- High-value audience
Watch out for- Highest commissions here
- Payout depends on item value and tier
Starting priceFree to list; 9% plus payment processing
Free planYes
Grailed serves menswear, designer and streetwear with a curated audience of 10 million or more users. Commission runs near 9 percent plus payment processing, sitting between Depop and eBay on cost. The audience knows its brands, which helps rare and designer menswear sell at fair prices.
The audience is male-focused, so womenswear sellers should look elsewhere. Sellers arrange their own shipping. For men designer, streetwear and rare sneakers-adjacent fashion, Grailed is the specialist marketplace that general apps cannot match.
What we like- Curated menswear audience
- Designer and streetwear focus
- 10 million users
Watch out for- Male-focused audience only
- Processing fees add to commission
How we chose
We compared each company published fees, payout methods and audience data from 2026 guides, favoring apps with clear fee structures and a distinct audience. Fees in this category change often, so where sources conflicted, notably for Mercari, we flagged the change rather than picking one stale figure. We weighed seller fees, audience fit, ease of listing, shipping handling and payout speed, and we left out local-only apps, since this list covers shipped clothing sales.
Selling more for less effort
Photography matters more than any fee difference: clean light, a plain background, front, back, detail and flaw tags, plus measurements in the description, lift both price and speed of sale. Use searchable keywords in titles, such as brand, size, style and era, rather than vague praise. List seasonal items one to two months early, and note that Sundays and evenings from 7 to 9 PM see peak browsing in published seller guides.
Price with fees in mind: a $50 sale keeps $50 on Vinted, about $48 on Depop after processing, $40 on Poshmark and about $43 on eBay after final value fees. Cross-list the same item on two or three apps, and remove it everywhere else the moment it sells, since selling one item twice is the fastest way to damage a seller rating.
Tax notes for casual sellers
The 1099-K reporting threshold returned to $20,000 and 200 or more transactions in 2025, with both conditions required on a single platform. Casual sellers clearing closets typically will not receive 1099-K forms, and sellers recovering less than the original purchase price on personal items generally do not owe taxes on those sales. This is general information, not tax advice, and high-volume sellers should confirm rules with a tax professional.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best app to sell clothes for beginners?
Mercari and Vinted are the easiest for beginners, with simple interfaces, no social selling requirements and straightforward listing. Vinted has zero seller fees, while Mercari fee structure has changed recently, so confirm it in the app before listing.
Which platform has the lowest fees?
Vinted has zero seller fees, so you keep the full listed price. Depop is next lowest at 3.3 percent plus $0.45 processing with no commission. Facebook Marketplace is free for local pickup, but this list focuses on shipped sales.
Is Poshmark or Mercari better for selling clothes?
It depends on the item. Poshmark is better for women fashion, activewear and designer items, with a fashion-focused audience willing to pay more. Mercari has lower fees and works better for general clothing and sellers who dislike social features. Many sellers list on both.
Should I use ThredUp or sell myself?
Use ThredUp for bulk cleanouts where time matters more than maximum return. Sell yourself on Vinted, Depop or Poshmark for items worth real money, since consignment payouts are a small share of sale price.
How do payouts work?
Payout speed varies: Poshmark pays within about three days of delivery, Vinted within about two days of completion, eBay initiates payouts within two business days, and Mercari direct deposit takes about five business days. Consignment platforms pay after the item sells.
Do I owe taxes on clothes I sell?
Casual sellers recovering less than the original purchase price on personal items generally do not owe taxes on those sales, and the 1099-K threshold is $20,000 and 200 transactions on one platform. High-volume sellers should get professional tax advice.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://www.mymillennialguide.com/selling-apps/
- https://sellygenie.com/blog/selling-used-clothes-platforms
- https://tms-outsource.com/blog/posts/apps-like-mercari/
- https://www.voolist.com/blog/best-apps-to-sell-used-clothes-2026
- https://www.eesel.ai/blog/best-apps-to-sell-clothes-online
- https://poshmark.com
- https://www.depop.com
- https://www.vinted.com
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