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Etsy vs eBay Fees: Which Keeps More?
On a $50 sale with no shipping charged, Etsy keeps more by $2.00: Etsy charges $5.20 in fees and you keep $44.80, while eBay charges $7.20 and you keep $42.80. The gap is small, so for handmade and vintage goods Etsy’s audience often matters more than the fee difference — but watch Etsy’s Offsite Ads, which can add 12% or 15%.
Fees checked October 2026 · US rates · Estimates only, see Methodology.
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Winner on this sale
Etsy keeps $44.80
Etsy keeps $2.00 more than eBay on this sale.
The verdict on a $50 sale
Etsy wins the $50 test by $2.00, but the headline numbers hide the real story. Etsy’s fee stack is $0.20 listing + 6.5% transaction on item plus shipping + 3% + $0.25 processing, which totals $5.20 on a $50 sale with no shipping charged. eBay’s 13.6% plus $0.40 per-order fee totals $7.20. After a $10 item cost and $5 actual shipping, profit is $29.80 on Etsy and $27.80 on eBay. Where Etsy can lose its lead is Offsite Ads: if an order comes through an offsite ad, Etsy adds 12% (or 15% for lower-volume sellers), which would add $6.00 at 12% and flip the result. Sellers who opt out or are not enrolled keep the advantage; sellers with ads on should run the numbers with the ad rate included.
$50 worked example
| Line | Etsy | eBay |
|---|---|---|
| Sale price | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Shipping charged | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total fees | $5.20 (10.4%) | $7.20 (14.4%) |
| You keep | $44.80 ✓ You Keep Most | $42.80 |
| Net profit | $29.80 | $27.80 |
| Margin | 59.6% | 55.6% |
Fee table: Etsy vs eBay
| Fee | Etsy | eBay (most categories) |
|---|---|---|
| Listing fee | $0.20 per listing | None for most listings |
| Main selling fee | 6.5% transaction on item + shipping | 13.6% of item + shipping charged |
| Processing | 3% + $0.25 (US) | Included in the final value fee |
| Per-order fee | None | $0.30 / $0.40 |
| Optional ads | Offsite Ads 12% / 15% when applicable | Promoted Listings %; Store rate 12.7% |
When to pick each
Pick Etsy for handmade, vintage (20+ years), and craft supplies, where buyers specifically search Etsy and the fee stack is slightly cheaper without ads. Pick eBay for a broader audience, for items that are not handmade or vintage, for parts and electronics, and when you want category-specific rates or a Store subscription. Many sellers list the same type of item on both and let the sold price decide: a $55 sale on eBay beats a $50 sale on Etsy even after the higher fee. If you sell on Etsy, check your Offsite Ads status in your shop settings — it is the single biggest fee surprise on the platform.
How to calculate it
Etsy fee = $0.20 + 6.5% × (sale price + shipping charged) + 3% × (sale price + shipping charged) + $0.25, plus Offsite Ads % × sale price when applicable. eBay fee = 13.6% × (sale price + shipping charged) + $0.30 or $0.40. Payout = sale price + shipping charged − fees. Profit = payout − item cost − actual shipping cost.
Tips to keep more
- On Etsy, review whether Offsite Ads are on for your shop and what rate applies before you price.
- Renew listings strategically: the $0.20 fee applies per listing and on renewal, so slow stock costs a little each cycle.
- On eBay, a Store subscription drops most categories to 12.7% — see the eBay Store calculator.
- Do not charge inflated shipping on either platform: both charge fees on shipping charged.
Frequently asked questions
Is Etsy cheaper than eBay?
On a $50 sale without Offsite Ads, yes by $2.00. With Offsite Ads at 12%, Etsy becomes more expensive than eBay on the same sale, so check your ad status.
What are Etsy’s fees on a $50 sale?
$5.20 without Offsite Ads: $0.20 listing + $3.25 transaction + $1.75 processing. With Offsite Ads at 12%, add $6.00 for a total of $11.20.
Does eBay charge more than Etsy for handmade items?
For most categories, eBay’s 13.6% plus per-order fee is higher than Etsy’s stack without ads, but eBay’s audience and category rates vary — use the calculators above for your exact price.
Can I sell the same item on Etsy and eBay?
Yes, as long as the item fits both platforms’ rules. Remove the other listing immediately after a sale to avoid overselling.
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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. This page is an estimate tool, not financial advice.