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
- Poshmark is the closest social selling match, especially for mall brands and mid tier fashion.
- Vinted wins on seller fees in many markets, with no seller commission in its core model.
- eBay offers the largest buyer pool and the best search for rare, specific vintage items.
- ThredUp and The RealReal style consignment suit sellers who want hands off selling, at lower payouts.
- Grailed and Vestiaire Collective are the specialist picks for mens streetwear and designer pieces.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Poshmark | social selling of mall brands | Free to list | Yes |
 Vinted | fee free secondhand selling | Free to list | Yes |
 Mercari | quick casual decluttering | Free to list | Yes |
 eBay | rare vintage and global reach | Free to list | Yes |
 Etsy | true vintage and upcycled fashion | Free to list | Yes |
 ThredUp | hands off consignment selling | Free to list | Yes |
 Vestiaire Collective | designer and premium resale | Free to list | Yes |
 Grailed | mens streetwear and designer | Free to list | Yes |
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The best Depop alternatives
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Poshmark is the closest Depop rival for social sellers. You follow other sellers, share listings, join Posh Parties and build a shop that feels like a feed, not just a catalogue. That social loop works especially well for mall brands such as Lululemon, Zara and Madewell, where buyers already search by brand and size and respond to sharing and offers.
The cost is the main drawback. Poshmark takes a commission of around 20 percent on sales, which is higher than Depop or Vinted, and US shipping is built around a flat buyer paid label system that does not suit international sellers as well. If your inventory is contemporary womens fashion and you enjoy community selling, Poshmark often outperforms Depop on sell through. If your margin is thin, compare Vinted or eBay first.
What we like- Strong social features and community events
- Prepaid shipping labels for US sellers
- Large US buyer base for brands
Watch out for- Commission around 20 percent on sales
- US focused shipping limits international reach
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Vinted has grown into one of the largest secondhand apps in Europe, and its appeal is simple: sellers keep more of the sale price because Vinted does not charge a seller commission in its standard model. Listing is straightforward, shipping labels are prepaid in many regions, and buyers can make offers or buy bundles, which suits everyday and mid range fashion well.
The trade is audience and positioning. Vinted is excellent for everyday brands, kids clothes and general secondhand fashion, but less of a destination for rare streetwear drops or high end designer hype than Grailed or Vestiaire Collective. Buyer fees and shipping rules also vary by country, so check your local terms. For sellers who want maximum margin on ordinary clothes, Vinted is hard to beat.
What we like- No seller fees in its core model
- Simple listing and prepaid shipping in many regions
- Large European community
Watch out for- Buyer protection fees can affect buyer price sensitivity
- Less strong for high end streetwear hype
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Mercari is the online garage sale of this list. You can list clothes, shoes, home goods and electronics in minutes, with no need to curate a shop aesthetic or build a following first. That speed suits casual sellers clearing a closet, and buyers browsing Mercari expect everyday prices rather than curated vintage pricing.
The fashion community is thinner than Depop or Poshmark, so a rare vintage piece may get less attention here, and Mercari charges a selling fee of around 10 percent. For volume decluttering and mixed category selling, however, Mercari is efficient and forgiving. List it alongside a fashion focused app if you want both speed and a fashion audience.
What we like- Fast listing process
- Cross category selling beyond fashion
- Simple shipping options
Watch out for- Commission around 10 percent
- Less fashion focused community than Depop or Poshmark
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
eBay remains the largest and most flexible marketplace here. With billions of live listings and a global audience, it is the best place to find a buyer for a specific, rare or mens vintage item that a niche app audience might miss. Auction format helps when demand is uncertain, while fixed price listings suit sellers who know their value and want control.
Complexity is the price. Fees vary by category and seller status, shipping and returns need careful setup, and common items face heavy competition. For a serious vintage seller, eBay is essential as a second channel even if Depop or Grailed is the main shop. For a casual seller, its listing process feels heavier than Vinted or Mercari, so use it where reach matters most.
What we like- Huge global buyer pool
- Auction and fixed price options
- Best search for specific vintage items
Watch out for- Fees and shipping complexity
- Competition can push prices down on common items
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Etsy is a different kind of Depop alternative. Its vintage category is defined as items at least 20 years old, and its audience actively seeks handmade, upcycled and genuinely vintage pieces rather than last season mall brands. That positioning helps sellers with curated, older or reworked fashion stand out, and shop tools support branding, policies and repeat buyers.
Fees include listing and transaction charges, and Etsy is not the right place for modern trendy resale that Depop handles well. If your stock is true vintage, reworked denim or handmade accessories, Etsy gives you a buyer who understands the value and is willing to pay for it. If your stock is recent streetwear, Grailed or Depop will move it faster.
What we like- Strong vintage and handmade audience
- True vintage items must be 20 years or older
- Good shop branding tools
Watch out for- Listing and transaction fees
- Not suited to modern fast fashion resale
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
ThredUp suits sellers who value time over payout. You order a Clean Out Kit, fill a bag with womens and kids clothes, send it in, and ThredUp photographs, lists and ships accepted items. That hands off model is ideal for bulk decluttering when listing dozens of items individually would take days.
Payouts are the catch. Consignment commission and acceptance rules mean you earn far less per item than on Poshmark or Vinted, and some items are rejected or recycled. ThredUp is best as a clearance channel for good condition everyday clothes, not as a main shop for valuable vintage. Use it to clear volume, and sell your best pieces yourself elsewhere.
What we like- Mail a bag and ThredUp handles listing and shipping
- Good for bulk womens and kids clothes
- No listing work
Watch out for- Payouts are low compared with direct selling
- Acceptance criteria reject many items
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Vestiaire Collective is the designer focused alternative. Sellers list premium and designer pieces at their own price, and authentication checks help buyers trust high value items such as Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton. Operating in dozens of countries, it gives a designer seller a far larger qualified audience than a general marketplace.
The process is slower than Depop. Authentication, commission and shipping steps add time, and everyday brands will not perform as well here as on Poshmark or Vinted. For a seller with genuine designer stock, that friction is worth it, because buyer trust and price realization are higher. For lower value items, the fees and steps will eat the margin.
What we like- Authentication for designer pieces
- Global designer buyer pool
- Seller controls listing price
Watch out for- Commission and authentication steps add time
- Not suited to everyday or fast fashion
Starting priceFree to list
Free planYes
Grailed fills the gap Depop leaves for mens fashion. Its audience seeks streetwear, sneakers and mens designer pieces, with brand, size and condition filters that serious buyers actually use. That niche focus means a rare mens jacket or sneaker can sell faster and for more here than on a general app, even if the total user base is smaller.
Womens and general vintage sellers will find less demand, and Grailed charges selling fees, so margin planning still matters. For mens sellers, Grailed should be a primary channel, paired with eBay for reach. For everyone else, it is a useful second listing site for mens items that do not move on Depop or Poshmark.
What we like- Niche mens streetwear and designer audience
- Authentication for higher value items
- Strong search by brand and size
Watch out for- Mens focused, so womens vintage performs less well
- Fees apply on sales
How we chose
We compared pricing pages, fee schedules, product documentation and public reviews on app stores, Trustpilot and Reddit, focusing on seller fees, buyer audience, shipping, authentication, listing effort and category fit. We did not claim hands on testing. Fees change by region and seller status, so check the current fee page for your country before listing.
Selling on more than one app
Most successful resellers do not pick one Depop alternative and stop there. They list a piece on the app where its buyer lives, then cross list the same item elsewhere with careful stock control. A Y2K top goes to Depop and Poshmark, a designer bag goes to Vestiaire Collective, a bulk bag of kids clothes goes to ThredUp, and a rare mens jacket goes to Grailed and eBay.
Watch fees and shipping together, not fees alone. A free listing app with buyer paid shipping can still lose a sale if total cost looks high, while a 20 percent commission app with prepaid labels can be simpler and faster. Photograph in natural light, measure key items, state flaws honestly, and keep one master list so a sold item is removed everywhere at once. That discipline matters more than choosing a single perfect platform.
Seasonal timing also matters more than most sellers expect. List winter coats and boots in early autumn, swimwear and festival pieces in spring, and formal wear before prom and wedding season, since buyers search with an occasion in mind. Refresh stale listings with new photos rather than reposting the same images, answer questions within a day, and keep packaging materials ready so a sale ships fast. Quick shipping earns good reviews, and good reviews bring repeat buyers who already trust your shop.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Depop alternative overall?
Poshmark is the closest social match, Vinted is best on fees, and eBay is best for reach. The right pick depends on whether your stock is mall brands, everyday clothes or rare vintage.
Which app has the lowest seller fees?
Vinted charges no seller commission in its core model, which beats Poshmark at around 20 percent and Mercari at around 10 percent. Check buyer fees and local terms, since they affect the final buyer price.
Is Poshmark better than Depop?
For mall brands and US buyers, Poshmark often performs better. For Y2K, streetwear and Gen Z buyers, Depop usually moves items faster. Many sellers use both.
Where should I sell luxury designer clothes?
Vestiaire Collective and The RealReal are the strongest options, with authentication and a designer buyer pool. Grailed is best for mens designer and streetwear.
Can I sell on several apps at once?
Yes, cross listing is common. Keep a master inventory list, remove sold items immediately from other apps, and check each app rules on duplicate listings and shipping times.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://poshmark.com
- https://www.vinted.com
- https://www.mercari.com
- https://www.ebay.com
- https://www.etsy.com
- https://www.thredup.com
- https://www.vestiairecollective.com
- https://www.grailed.com
Is your product missing or out of date?
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Shihab Mia · Founder, Rankite
Shihab has 5+ years in B2B and SaaS SEO. He writes Rankite's software buying guides from pricing pages, documentation and public user reviews. More about Shihab.