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Key takeaways
- Marketplace fees in 2026 run from 0% to 20% of gross order value across major platforms, so the platform you pick can cost or save you $8 on a single $50 sale.
- Vinted and Depop are the cheapest options for casual clothing resale, with 0% and no selling fee respectively, while Poshmark charges the highest flat commission at 20%.
- eBay remains the best reselling platform for reach and unusual items, with a final value fee around 13.25% plus $0.40 per order and 250 free listings a month.
- Sneaker and streetwear sellers should compare StockX (9% plus 3% processing) against eBay and Grailed, since authentication and price discovery offset fees.
- The RealReal is the luxury consignment play: you hand over the work and keep up to 85% of the sale price on high-value pieces.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 eBay | Biggest audience for anything resellable | 13.25% final value fee + $0.40 per order | Yes (free to list, 250 listings/month) |
 Poshmark | Social selling of fashion | 20% commission on sales of $15+, $2.95 flat under $15 | Yes (free to list) |
 Mercari | Fast general resale with simple fees | 10% selling fee (payment processing included) | Yes (free to list) |
 Depop | Gen-Z fashion, low seller costs | No selling fee; 3.3% + $0.45 payment processing | Yes (free to list) |
 StockX | Sneakers and streetwear with authentication | 9% transaction fee + 3% payment processing | Yes (free to list) |
 The RealReal | Luxury consignment, hands-off selling | Consignment; seller keeps up to 85% of the sale price | Yes (free to list) |
 Facebook Marketplace | Local sales with zero fees | Free for local sales; 5% on shipped items | Yes (free to list) |
 Etsy | Vintage and handmade resale | 6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 per listing | Yes (free to list, listing fee per item) |
 Vinted | Zero-fee clothing resale | 0% seller fees | Yes (free to list) |
 Grailed | Menswear and designer resale | 9% commission on sales $120+, 6% (min $1.99) under $120 | Yes (free to list) |
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#1
eBay
Best for: Biggest audience for anything resellable
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Starting price13.25% final value fee + $0.40 per order
Free planYes (free to list, 250 listings/month)
eBay is still the default answer to where to resell online, and the reason is simple math: more buyers than any other platform. Anything with a model number, a brand name or a collector market sells here, from sneakers and trading cards to used car parts and vintage cameras. The auction format remains unique, and for rare items it routinely beats fixed-price expectations.
The fee structure rewards careful pricing. The final value fee runs about 13.25% in most categories, calculated on the total the buyer pays including shipping, plus $0.40 per order. You get 250 free listings a month, which covers most casual and mid-volume sellers. Check the official fee schedule for your category before committing to thin margins.
What we like- Largest buyer pool of any resale site
- Strong for collectibles, electronics and parts
- Auction format can push prices up
Watch out for- Fees apply to item price plus shipping
- Competition is intense in popular categories
Starting price20% commission on sales of $15+, $2.95 flat under $15
Free planYes (free to list)
Poshmark built resale into a social feed, and for clothing, shoes and accessories it has one of the most engaged buyer bases. Listing takes under a minute from a phone, shipping is handled with a prepaid label, and the platform covers buyer protection. Luxury items over $500 go through free authentication, which adds trust that peer-to-peer sales usually lack.
The 20% commission is the highest flat rate among major resale platforms, and it is the number every seller has to reckon with. On a $50 sale you keep $40; on a $100 sale you keep $80. Items under $15 pay a flat $2.95, which works out to nearly 30% on a $10 sale, so cheap items should be bundled or listed elsewhere. If your inventory is mid-priced fashion and you value the built-in audience over the fee, the math works.
What we like- Prepaid shipping label included
- Built-in buyer audience for fashion
- Free authentication on luxury items over $500
Watch out for- Highest flat commission in the category at 20%
- The flat $2.95 fee punishes cheap items
Starting price10% selling fee (payment processing included)
Free planYes (free to list)
Mercari positions itself as the simplest way to sell almost anything, and the fee structure matches: a flat 10% selling fee with payment processing included, no separate per-order charge to calculate. For sellers clearing out household goods, electronics and general merchandise, the math is easy to do in your head before listing.
The tradeoff for simplicity is reach. Mercari's buyer base is smaller than eBay's, and for niche collectibles or high-end fashion the audience on specialized platforms converts better. Shipping is flexible but puts more of the arrangement on the seller compared to Poshmark's prepaid label system. As a second channel alongside a primary platform, it is one of the easiest to run.
What we like- Simple flat 10% fee with no separate processing charge
- Quick listing flow
- Strong for general household goods
Watch out for- Smaller audience than eBay
- Shipping arrangements are less streamlined than Poshmark
Starting priceNo selling fee; 3.3% + $0.45 payment processing
Free planYes (free to list)
Depop, owned by Etsy, made one of the boldest fee moves in resale: no selling fee at all. Sellers pay only payment processing of 3.3% plus $0.45 per transaction, which means on a $50 sale you keep about $47.90, roughly $8 more than Poshmark. The homepage advertises the zero-fee model front and center, and the feed-based discovery matches how its core audience shops.
The audience is the filter. Depop buyers are overwhelmingly young and fashion-focused, so vintage streetwear, Y2K pieces and curated thrift finds thrive while general merchandise does not. If your inventory fits the aesthetic, the fee advantage is decisive. If it does not, the low fee will not save a listing nobody wants.
What we like- Zero selling fee for sellers
- Strong young fashion audience
- AI-assisted listing tools
Watch out for- Audience skews young and fashion-only
- Payment processing fee still applies to every sale
Starting price9% transaction fee + 3% payment processing
Free planYes (free to list)
StockX turned resale into a stock market: live bid and ask prices for sneakers, streetwear, trading cards and collectibles, with every item physically authenticated before it reaches the buyer. For hype releases and deadstock sneakers, the price discovery alone justifies the platform, because you can see exactly what the market will pay before you list.
The fee structure rewards volume. New sellers pay a 9% transaction fee plus 3% payment processing, and the transaction fee drops to as low as 7% at the highest seller level. There is a $5 minimum seller fee per transaction, which makes low-value items uneconomical. Casual sellers with one pair of sneakers do fine; the platform is built for people who move inventory regularly.
What we like- Live market pricing data
- Every item authenticated
- Fees drop as your seller level rises
Watch out for- Seller level system favors high-volume sellers
- Minimum fee of $5 per sale hurts cheap items
Starting priceConsignment; seller keeps up to 85% of the sale price
Free planYes (free to list)
The RealReal is not a marketplace where you list items yourself; it is a consignment service that takes your luxury goods, authenticates them, photographs them professionally, prices them and sells them. You send a free consignment kit or drop items at a store, and the platform does everything else. For designer handbags, watches and fine jewelry, the professional presentation typically achieves prices peer-to-peer listings cannot.
The commission reflects the service. Sellers keep up to 85% on high-value pieces like watches over $7,500, but the rate drops sharply on lower-priced items, down to 20% for items under $99. Payouts arrive every two weeks after the sale closes and the return window passes. This is the right choice when your time is worth more than the commission, not when you are selling $40 tops.
What we like- Full-service consignment with authentication and photography
- Highest price realization for luxury goods
- You ship once and they handle the rest
Watch out for- Commission is steep on lower-value items
- Payouts lag behind the sale by weeks
Starting priceFree for local sales; 5% on shipped items
Free planYes (free to list)
For anything you can hand to someone in a parking lot, Facebook Marketplace is the best reselling platform on fees alone: zero. Furniture, appliances, bikes, baby gear and anything bulky that would cost a fortune to ship move fastest here, because local buyers browse by distance. The audience is everyone with a Facebook account, which in practice means everyone.
The experience is rougher than the managed platforms. Buyers flake, lowball offers arrive at midnight, and there is no authentication or dispute process for local cash deals. Shipped items go through checkout with purchase protection but carry a 5% selling fee. Price slightly above your minimum and meet in public places.
What we like- No fees for local pickup sales
- Enormous built-in audience
- Ideal for furniture and bulky items
Watch out for- No-shows and haggling are part of the culture
- Shipped sales add a 5% fee and more hassle
Starting price6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 per listing
Free planYes (free to list, listing fee per item)
Etsy is the natural home for vintage resale: anything 20 years or older qualifies, and the buyer base arrives specifically looking for vintage clothing, decor and collectibles rather than stumbling onto them. A curated vintage shop on Etsy can command better prices than the same items on general marketplaces because the audience is pre-sold on the category.
The fee stack needs attention. The 6.5% transaction fee combines with a $0.20 listing fee per item and payment processing of about 3% plus $0.25, bringing the real cost to roughly 10% per sale. Listings last four months, and the $0.20 renews if the item does not sell.
What we like- Built-in audience that actively seeks vintage
- Strong search and discovery
- Trusted brand for unique goods
Watch out for- Fees stack up (transaction, listing, processing)
- Vintage must be 20+ years old per policy
Starting price0% seller fees
Free planYes (free to list)
Vinted charges sellers literally nothing: no listing fee, no commission, no processing fee. The buyer pays a small protection fee on top of the item price. For clearing out a closet where every dollar counts, it is mathematically unbeatable.
The catch is on the demand side. Average selling prices run lower than on Poshmark or eBay, and while Vinted is huge in Europe, its US buyer base is still growing. Items sell, often quickly at low prices, but premium pieces may fetch more elsewhere even after fees. Use it for volume closet-clearing and mid-range items; list your best pieces where the buyers pay more.
What we like- Sellers pay nothing
- Buyers cover the platform fee
- Simple listing process
Watch out for- Lower average selling prices than Poshmark or eBay
- Buyer pool smaller in the US than in Europe
Starting price9% commission on sales $120+, 6% (min $1.99) under $120
Free planYes (free to list)
Grailed owns the menswear resale niche: designer, streetwear and vintage menswear buyers shop here first. The commission structure, updated in May 2026, is tiered: 9% on sales of $120 or more, and 6% with a $1.99 minimum on sales under $120. There are no listing fees, so you only pay when something sells.
Payment processing sits on top of the commission at 3.49% plus $0.49 for domestic sales, which brings the real cost of a $100 sale to about 10.5%. The audience concentration is the point: a rare Raf Simons piece finds its buyer here faster than on eBay, and buyers tolerate premium pricing. Mainstream mall brands move slowly, so match the inventory to the audience.
What we like- Concentrated audience of serious menswear buyers
- Tiered commission favors cheaper items
- No listing fees
Watch out for- Payment processing adds 3.49% + $0.49 on top
- Niche audience means slower sales for mainstream brands
How we chose
We compared the ten platforms on seller fees, buyer audience size and fit, listing effort, payout speed and trust features. Fee data comes from each platform's published fee schedule or help center, cross-checked against independent fee comparisons from 2026. We focused on platforms available to US sellers and excluded general classifieds without transaction support. We did not test selling on each platform; the comparison reflects documented fees and widely reported seller experience.
Fee math: what a $50 sale actually pays you
Fees decide reselling profits more than any other factor, so here is what a plain $50 item sale costs on each platform, using published 2026 fee schedules.
| Platform |
Fee on a $50 sale |
You keep |
| Vinted |
$0 |
$50.00 |
| Depop |
$2.10 (processing only) |
$47.90 |
| Facebook Marketplace (local) |
$0 |
$50.00 |
| Mercari |
$5.00 (10%) |
$45.00 |
| Etsy |
~$5.15 (6.5% + $0.20 + processing) |
~$44.85 |
| Grailed |
~$5.24 (6% + $1.99 min logic + processing) |
~$44.76 |
| eBay |
~$7.03 (13.25% + $0.40) |
~$42.97 |
| StockX |
$6.00 (9% + 3%) |
$44.00 |
| Poshmark |
$10.00 (20%) |
$40.00 |
| The RealReal |
Varies by tier (steep under $150) |
Varies |
Two patterns stand out. First, the cheapest platforms are the ones that shifted costs to buyers (Vinted, Depop) or skipped fees for local deals (Facebook Marketplace). Second, the most expensive platforms (Poshmark, eBay, StockX) earn it back through audience size, price discovery or authentication, which is why fee percentage alone never tells the whole story.
Start with what you are selling
Clothing in bulk goes to Vinted or Depop for the fee advantage. Single high-value fashion pieces go to Poshmark or The RealReal. Sneakers and hype items go to StockX. Vintage with character goes to Etsy or Grailed depending on the style. Furniture and bulky goods go to Facebook Marketplace. Everything else, and anything with a model number, starts on eBay.
Cross-list your best items
Nothing stops you from listing one item on three platforms and deleting the others when it sells. Serious resellers run eBay plus one fashion platform plus Facebook Marketplace for local, and let the audiences compete.
Price with fees and shipping baked in
Calculate the fee before you set the price, not after the sale. A $50 item on Poshmark nets $40; the same item needs a $62.50 list price there to match a $50 Vinted sale. Buyers pay shipping on most platforms, but offering free shipping and building it into the price consistently converts better.
Watch payout timing and seller protections
Marketplaces hold funds until delivery confirmation or the return window closes, which ranges from days to weeks. If cash flow matters, favor platforms with fast release and clear tracking over ones with longer holds.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best reselling platform for beginners?
Mercari or Facebook Marketplace. Mercari has a simple flat 10% fee and an easy listing flow, while Facebook Marketplace has no fees for local sales and the largest possible audience. Both let you learn the ropes without complex fee math.
Which reselling platform has the lowest fees?
Vinted charges sellers 0%, with buyers covering the platform fee. Depop charges no selling fee, only payment processing of 3.3% plus $0.45. Facebook Marketplace is free for local pickup sales.
Is it better to sell on eBay or Poshmark?
For general merchandise, collectibles and electronics, eBay wins on audience size and lower fees (about 13.25% versus 20%). For mid-priced fashion where Poshmark's built-in style audience converts well, Poshmark can still net more through higher selling prices despite the higher commission.
How do I avoid fees when reselling?
Sell locally on Facebook Marketplace for zero fees, use Vinted for 0% seller fees on clothing, or sell on Depop where only payment processing applies. Every managed platform with authentication, buyer protection or a large audience charges for those services, so zero-fee selling always trades convenience for reach.
What sells best on each platform?
Sneakers and streetwear move on StockX and Grailed; designer luxury goes to The RealReal; vintage thrives on Etsy; everyday fashion sells fastest on Poshmark, Depop and Vinted; furniture and bulky items belong on Facebook Marketplace; and anything with a model number or collector market belongs on eBay.
Do I need a business license to resell online?
For casual selling of personal items, no. Once you buy inventory specifically to resell at volume, most US states expect you to register a business and handle sales tax collection, and marketplaces issue 1099-K forms above IRS thresholds. Check your state's rules when it stops being a closet cleanout.
Sources we checked (17)
- https://www.ebay.com/
- https://www.poshmark.com/
- https://www.mercari.com/
- https://www.depop.com/
- https://www.stockx.com/
- https://stockx.com/help/en-GB/articles/what-are-stockxs-fees-for-sellers
- https://www.therealreal.com/
- https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/
- https://www.etsy.com/
- https://www.vinted.com/
- https://www.grailed.com/
- https://tallycrunch.com/blog/online-marketplace-seller-fees-statistics
- https://www.voolist.com/blog/poshmark-vs-mercari-vs-depop
- https://www.gotclawback.com/poshmark-fees-explained.html
- https://seedingserendipity.com/mercari-vs-poshmark-vs-ebay-fees/
- https://www.underpriced.app/blog/grailed-menswear-reselling-complete-guide-2026
- https://shopfront.app/blog/grailed-fees-explained/
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