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Depop vs Mercari Fees: Which Keeps More?
On a $50 sale with no shipping charged, Depop keeps more by $2.90: Depop charges $2.10 in fees and you keep $47.90, while Mercari charges $5.00 and you keep $45.00. Mercari’s flat 10% is simple and predictable, but Depop’s no-selling-fee model undercuts it on every sale.
Fees checked October 2026 · US rates · Estimates only, see Methodology.
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WINNER ON THIS SALE
Depop keeps $47.90
Depop keeps $2.90 more than Mercari on this sale.
The verdict on a $50 sale
Depop wins the $50 test by $2.90, and the gap grows with price: on a $100 sale Depop charges $3.75 versus Mercari’s $10.00, a $6.25 difference. Mercari’s strength is breadth — it sells almost anything, from electronics to home goods, while Depop is fashion-led. If your item fits Depop’s audience, Depop keeps more money. If it does not, Mercari’s 10% flat fee is still one of the most competitive rates among general marketplaces, and its larger general audience may sell items Depop’s fashion buyers would ignore.
$50 worked example
| Line | Depop | Mercari |
|---|---|---|
| Sale price | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Shipping charged | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total fees | $2.10 (4.2%) | $5.00 (10.0%) |
| You keep | $47.90 ✓ You Keep Most | $45.00 |
| Net profit | $32.90 | $30.00 |
| Margin | 65.8% | 60.0% |
Net profit uses the standard test: $10 item cost and $5 actual shipping cost.
Fee table: Depop vs Mercari
| Fee | Depop (US) | Mercari |
|---|---|---|
| Selling fee | None | 10% of item + buyer-paid shipping |
| Processing | 3.3% + $0.45 on item + shipping | None — no separate processing fee |
| Listing fee | None | None |
| Optional boost | Boosted listings % (optional) | None |
When to pick each
Pick Depop for vintage, streetwear, and fashion where its audience shops and its fees are lowest. Pick Mercari for general items beyond fashion, for electronics, home goods, and toys, and when you want one simple 10% fee with no processing add-ons. Cross-list when an item fits both audiences.
How to calculate it
Depop fee = 3.3% × (sale price + shipping charged) + $0.45. Mercari fee = 10% × (sale price + shipping charged). You keep = sale price + shipping charged − fees. Net profit = you keep − item cost − actual shipping cost.
Tips to keep more
- On Depop, remember fees apply to shipping charged too, so price shipping honestly rather than inflating it.
- On Mercari, the 10% fee also applies to buyer-paid shipping, so the same rule applies: keep shipping charges realistic.
- Depop’s Boosted listings add a percentage fee on top of processing; test it on slow stock only and compare the payout first.
- Cross-list fashion on both platforms when you can, and use the calculator above before accepting an offer.
Frequently asked questions
Is Depop cheaper than Mercari?
Yes. On a $50 sale Depop charges $2.10 versus Mercari’s $5.00, because Depop has no selling fee in the US while Mercari charges a flat 10%.
What are Mercari’s fees on a $50 sale?
Mercari charges 10% of the item price plus buyer-paid shipping, which is $5.00 on a $50 sale with no shipping charged, leaving you $45.00 before item and shipping costs.
Does Mercari charge a processing fee?
No. Mercari charges no separate seller processing fee and no listing fee — the 10% selling fee is the whole seller-side charge.
Should I sell on Depop or Mercari?
Depop wins on fees and suits fashion and vintage. Mercari wins on breadth and suits general items. List on both when the item fits both audiences.
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Fees checked October 2026. Rates are US rates and may change; always confirm on the platform’s official fee page before pricing. See Methodology and Sources.