eBay vs Amazon Seller Fees — Which Platform Costs Less?

The fee structures are very different

eBay and Amazon both take a cut, but the way they charge is fundamentally different. Understanding this helps you choose the right platform — or use both strategically.

eBay fees

• Insertion fee: Free for first 250 listings/month, then $0.35 each
• Final value fee: 11-13% (varies by category)
• Payment processing: Included in final value fee
• Store subscription: $4.95-$2,999.95/month (optional)

Amazon fees

• Referral fee: 8-15% (varies by category)
• Individual plan: $0.99 per item sold
• Professional plan: $39.99/month
• FBA fees: $3-$8+ per item for storage and shipping

The verdict

For most sellers, eBay is cheaper per transaction. Amazon's FBA adds convenience but significantly increases costs. eBay wins for used/unique items; Amazon wins for new commodity products with high volume.

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