eBay vs Etsy Fees (2026): Which Is Cheaper for Sellers?
Last updated May 2026
eBay and Etsy are two of the most popular places to sell online, but their fees work very differently. Here is how they compare in 2026 — and how to tell which one keeps more money in your pocket.
eBay fees in a nutshell
On eBay, the main cost is the final value fee: about 13.6% of the total the buyer pays (item price plus shipping) for sellers without a store, plus a per-order fee of $0.30 (orders under $10) or $0.40 (orders over $10). That percentage already includes payment processing.
So on a $50 sale with free shipping, eBay takes roughly $6.80 + $0.40 = $7.20.
Etsy fees in a nutshell
Etsy stacks three fees: a $0.20 listing fee, a 6.5% transaction fee on the item plus shipping, and payment processing of 3% + $0.25 (US). Together that is usually around 10–11% of the sale.
On the same $50 sale, Etsy takes about $0.20 + $3.25 + $1.75 = $5.20.
Head to head: who is cheaper?
For that $50 example, Etsy ($5.20) is cheaper than eBay ($7.20). In general, Etsy tends to be slightly cheaper on smaller handmade and craft items, while eBay's flat percentage can be simpler for higher-priced or used goods.
But the real answer depends on your category, your price point, and which audience fits your product. Run your own numbers in the calculators below before deciding.
Which should you choose?
Choose Etsy if you sell handmade, vintage, or craft supplies and want access to its buyer base for those niches. Choose eBay for used goods, electronics, collectibles, and a broader audience.
Many sellers list on both. Whatever you pick, price your items to cover the fees so your margin stays healthy.