Mercari
3.5 / 5
An online marketplace where people sell almost anything, from clothes and electronics to toys and collectibles, with a flat 10% selling fee.
Monthly cost
$0Category
Online selling platformLast updated
October 13, 2026Pros
- Free to list
- Flat 10% selling fee is simple to plan around
- Sell almost any kind of item
- Easy app for listing from your phone
Cons
- The 10% fee also applies to buyer-paid shipping
- Smaller audience than eBay or Amazon
- Lots of buyers make low offers
- Shipping prices change, so check them before you list
Verdict
Mercari is simple and beginner-friendly, and its fee is lower than many marketplaces.
It's a good second place to list the same items you sell elsewhere.
Questions
What are Mercari's fees?
Mercari charges sellers a 10% selling fee on the item price plus buyer-paid shipping.
Does it cost anything to list?
No. Listing on Mercari is free. You only pay the selling fee when an item sells.
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