Everything eBay sellers need: fee calculator, dropshipping profit calculator, and in-depth fee guides for 2026. Compare eBay fees vs Amazon, Etsy, and Shopify. Updated April 2026.
eBay charges a Final Value Fee of 13.25% for most categories (10.9–14.9% by category, capped at $750). Payment processing is included under Managed Payments — no extra per-order fee. For a $50 sale, that's approximately $6.63 in total fees (13.26%). This varies by category — Clothing and Books run 14.35%, while some business categories range from 10.9% to 14.9%.
Store subscriptions ($4.95–$99.95/month) can significantly reduce your effective fees. The Starter Store ($4.95/mo) reduces Final Value Fees by up to 30% and provides 100 free listings/month. Calculate whether a store subscription pays for itself using our eBay Fee Calculator below.
Complete fee breakdown: Final Value Fee by category, insertion fees, and store subscription savings. Payment processing is included under Managed Payments. See your exact net payout for any sale price.
Open Calculator →Model your eBay dropshipping margins: product cost, eBay fees, shipping to buyer, and ad spend. Calculate net profit per sale in 2026.
Open Calculator →Compare eBay fees (13.25% for most categories) vs Shopify (2.9% + $0.30 + $39/mo). Payment processing is included in eBay's FVF under Managed Payments. Find the sales volume where each platform becomes more cost-effective.
Open Calculator →Side-by-side comparison of eBay (13.25% FVF for most categories, payment processing included) vs Etsy (6.5% + 3% + $0.25). See which marketplace keeps more of your profit.
Open Calculator →Compare eBay (13.25% FVF for most categories) vs Amazon FBA (15% referral + $4–$8 fulfillment). Find the break-even price point between platforms.
Open Calculator →eBay charges 13.25% FVF for most categories (payment processing included under Managed Payments). Shopify charges 2.9% + $0.30 + $39/mo. Shopify becomes cheaper above ~$750/month in sales volume after accounting for monthly fees.
eBay charges 13.25% FVF (payment processing included under Managed Payments). Amazon charges 6–17% referral + $3.22–$52.38 FBA fulfillment. eBay is typically cheaper for items under $100 unless you have Prime-eligible products.
| Category | Final Value Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics, Cameras, Cell Phones | 8% | Base rate. Applies to sale price + shipping + handling. |
| Clothing, Shoes, Accessories | 14.35% | Higher rate due to returns. Applies to all subcategories. |
| Books, DVDs, Music | 14.35% | Media rate. Reduced for bulk book sellers. |
| Motors Parts & Accessories | 10.9–14.9%/strong> | Base rate. Some specialty categories may vary. |
| Home & Garden | 10.9–14.9%/strong> | Base rate. Some subcategories at 15%. |
| Toys & Games | 10.9–14.9%/strong> | Base rate. Seasonal spikes in Q4. |
| Managed Payments Fee | $0.30/order | Per transaction. Applies to all sales via eBay Payments. |
Source: eBay Seller Fees — rates as of April 2026. Fees subject to change by category.
| Plan | Monthly Fee | Free Listings | FVF Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Store | $0 | 50/month | None |
| Starter | $4.95 | 100/month | Up to 30% off FVF |
| Basic | $21.95 | 1,000/month | Up to 40% off FVF |
| Premium | $59.95 | 10,000/month | Up to 50% off FVF |
| Enterprise | $99.95 | 10,000/month | Up to 50% off FVF + bulk tools |
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