eBay and Poshmark are both popular platforms for selling clothing, shoes, and accessories, but their fee structures couldn't be more different. eBay uses a percentage-based model with multiple fee components, while Poshmark keeps it simple with a single commission tier. The right choice depends on what you sell and at what price point.
eBay's Fee Model
On eBay, sellers pay a 13.6% final value fee on the total order amount (including shipping) for clothing and shoes, plus a $0.30-$0.40 per-order fee. This means on a $50 clothing sale, you'd pay about $7.20 in total fees, leaving you with $42.80 before your costs. The percentage stays constant regardless of the sale price.
Poshmark's Fee Model
Poshmark's structure is tiered but straightforward. For sales under $15, Poshmark takes a flat $2.95. For sales $15 and above, they take a flat 20% commission. On a $50 sale, that's $10.00 — notably higher than eBay's $7.20. The simplicity is appealing, but that 20% rate stings on higher-priced items.
Where Each Platform Wins
The crossover point matters. For items priced under approximately $55, eBay's percentage-based model is cheaper. For items priced above $55, the gap widens further in eBay's favor. On a $100 sale, eBay charges roughly $14.00 while Poshmark takes $20.00 — a $6 difference that goes straight to your bottom line.
However, Poshmark offers significant advantages beyond fees. Shipping is simplified with a prepaid USPS Priority Mail label (up to 5 lbs for $8.27, paid by the buyer). There are no listing fees, no payment processing fees, and no insertion fees. The 20% commission is truly all-inclusive. On eBay, sellers must arrange their own shipping and may face additional costs for promoted listings.
Poshmark's social selling model — sharing listings, attending Posh Parties, building followers — creates organic exposure that eBay doesn't offer. For fashion sellers who enjoy community engagement, Poshmark's higher commission may be worth the built-in marketing. For sellers who prefer a list-and-forget approach or sell higher-priced items, eBay's lower fees and broader audience win out.