Enter one sale to see exact fees and net profit on each resale platform. U.S. rates, verified September 2026.
| Fee | Mercari (US) | Poshmark (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Listing fee | $0 | $0 |
| Commission | 10% of price + buyer shipping | $2.95 under $15; 20% at $15+ |
| Fee base includes shipping? | Yes (buyer-paid shipping) | No — item price only |
| Payment processing | None (since Jan 6, 2025) | Included in commission |
| Shipping label | Buyer or seller; discounted labels | Flat rate, buyer pays |
| Withdrawal | Free direct deposit; $3 Instant Pay | To bank / check after the sale |
On a typical $15+ order, Mercari's flat 10% is about half of Poshmark's 20%, so Mercari usually leaves you more money on the same sale. But there are two offsets. First, Mercari applies its 10% to the item price plus any buyer-paid shipping, while Poshmark's percentage applies to the item price only — so on orders with high shipping, the gap narrows a little. Second, Poshmark's large, fashion-focused North American community can produce faster sales and higher accepted prices on brand-name clothing, which can more than make up for the higher cut.
On items under $15, Poshmark switches to a flat $2.95 that can be a large share of a very cheap order, while Mercari keeps its simple 10%. Many Poshmark sellers bundle low-value items to clear the $15 threshold. Enter your own price and shipping above to see which actually wins for your inventory.
On fees for items $15 and up, Mercari is usually cheaper: 10% versus Poshmark's 20%. Mercari's fee includes buyer-paid shipping in its base and Poshmark's does not, so the exact difference depends on your shipping amount. The calculator shows the precise gap.
Poshmark has a larger, fashion-focused community across North America and strong social and live-selling features. Mercari has a broad audience for home goods, electronics and general items. A platform with higher fees can still net you more overall if it sells the item faster or at a better price.
Poshmark is built for fashion and brand-name clothing and often commands the strongest prices there, despite the 20% fee. Mercari works well for everyday clothing and non-fashion items at its lower 10% rate. Many sellers cross-list the same item on both and keep whichever sells.
Mercari generally: it has a broad general-merchandise buyer base and a lower 10% fee, and Poshmark restricts many electronics categories. Compare payout here, then factor in how quickly each platform moves that type of item.
No. Both are free to list with no subscription. You only pay when an item sells — 10% on Mercari, or $2.95 / 20% on Poshmark.
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