Where you list changes how much you keep. Here's a clear, current comparison of how eBay, Vinted and Depop charge sellers in 2026 — and how to work out your real profit on each.
| Platform | Seller selling fee | Who pays the "protection" fee | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | Private: £0 on UK/EU/AU domestic sales. Business: final value fee by category (+ per-order & EU payment/regulatory fees). US/CA: all sellers pay. | Buyer (Buyer Protection fee, folded into price shown) | Reach, range of categories, higher-value & collectible items, business sellers |
| Vinted | £0 — no seller fee | Buyer (Buyer Protection + payment fee) | Casual fashion sellers, simple flat model |
| Depop | £0 selling fee since 2024 (UK/US) — buyer-paid model | Buyer (Buyer Protection fee) | Fashion, younger buyer base, social discovery |
Fee structures change often and vary by country — always confirm current rates on each platform's official fee page. The detail below is accurate to the best of our knowledge for 2026.
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Open the eBay Fee Calculator →eBay split its model by seller type. Private sellers pay no final value fee on domestic sales in the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Australia — eBay charges buyers a Buyer Protection fee instead. Business sellers pay a final value fee (a category percentage of the total sale), a small per-order fee, and — in the EU — a payment-processing fee; in the US and Canada all sellers pay a final value fee. eBay's strengths are reach, the breadth of categories (electronics, collectibles, parts, media) and seller tools. Use our eBay fees guide or the fee calculator for exact numbers.
Vinted's pitch is simple: sellers pay nothing. There's no listing fee and no selling commission — the buyer pays a Buyer Protection fee plus a small payment fee. That makes Vinted attractive for casual clothing sellers clearing out a wardrobe, though it's focused on fashion and lower-value items.
Depop historically charged a 10% selling fee, but removed it in the UK and US in 2024, moving to a buyer-paid model like Vinted and eBay private selling. Depop leans into social, fashion-led discovery and a younger audience. Check Depop's current fee page for your market, as terms have changed recently.
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