The best place to sell sneakers isn't always the best-known sneaker app. StockX and GOAT get the attention, but on fees alone they're often the most expensive of the main options. eBay, Depop, Grailed, Mercari and Facebook Marketplace can all leave you more money, depending on the price and the condition of the pair.
Type a price into the calculator above. It uses eBay's athletic shoe rates and each other site's standard settings, then sorts them by what you'd receive.
What each site pays you on a $200 pair
For a typical resale pair at $200, here's what's left after each site's fees:
| Platform | Fees | You keep | Share kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depop | $7.05 | $192.95 | 96% |
| eBay | $16.00 | $184.00 | 92% |
| Mercari | $20.00 | $180.00 | 90% |
| Facebook Marketplace | $20.00 | $180.00 | 90% |
| Grailed | $25.47 | $174.53 | 87% |
| StockX | $29.00 | $171.00 | 86% |
| GOAT | $29.10 | $170.90 | 85% |
A $200.00 sale, standard settings, free shipping to the buyer, no sales tax, no ads.
At $150 or more, eBay charges athletic shoes 8% with no per-order fee, so a $200 pair costs you $16.00. StockX takes $29.00 at Level 1 and GOAT takes $29.10 once you cash out. Those two cost more because each adds a $5 charge on top of its percentage, and StockX and GOAT also handle authentication, which you're paying for.
What each site pays you on a $100 pair
Under $150, eBay's sneaker discount doesn't apply and the order changes:
| Platform | Fees | You keep | Share kept |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depop | $3.75 | $96.25 | 96% |
| Grailed | $9.98 | $90.02 | 90% |
| Mercari | $10.00 | $90.00 | 90% |
| Facebook Marketplace | $10.00 | $90.00 | 90% |
| eBay | $14.00 | $86.00 | 86% |
| GOAT | $16.98 | $83.02 | 83% |
| StockX | $17.00 | $83.00 | 83% |
A $100.00 sale, standard settings, free shipping to the buyer, no sales tax, no ads.
Below $150, eBay charges its normal 13.6% plus $0.40, so a $100 pair costs $14.00. Depop charges no selling fee in the US, only payment processing, so the same pair costs you $3.75 there. If a pair is worth a little under $150, pricing it at $150 on eBay can leave you with more after fees.
Where to sell new and deadstock sneakers
StockX works like a market: you name an asking price or sell straight to the highest bid, ship the pair to StockX, and they check it before paying you. It's quick when there's demand and you don't have to deal with the buyer. It's mainly for new, unworn pairs. A Level 1 seller pays a 9% transaction fee, 3% processing and $5 shipping, and the fee falls as your seller level rises. The StockX fee calculator covers each level.
GOAT also checks pairs before they reach the buyer. Its commission depends on your seller rating, 9.5% at a rating of 90 or above, plus a $5 seller fee with prepaid shipping and 2.9% when you cash out. The StockX vs GOAT comparison runs both on the same sale.
eBay is the cheapest of the three on pairs of $150 or more, and it has a huge sneaker audience. You handle the listing, photos and buyer questions yourself.
Where to sell used sneakers
Worn pairs have fewer homes, because StockX mostly doesn't take them. Your main options:
- GOAT accepts used pairs, with photos of their condition.
- eBay takes any condition and has the most buyers. Describe wear clearly and photograph the soles, heels and insides.
- Grailed is built for menswear and streetwear, and plenty of buyers there look for worn designer and limited sneakers. Commission is 6% under $120 and 9% from $120, plus payment processing. The Grailed fee calculator shows both rates.
- Depop suits streetwear and vintage pairs, with no selling fee for US sellers, only processing.
- Mercari takes 10% of the item plus buyer-paid shipping, and works for everyday pairs.
The best app to sell sneakers, by situation
- Hyped new pair, want it gone fast: StockX, selling to the highest bid.
- New pair at $150 or more, happy to list it yourself: eBay, for the lower fee.
- Used designer or limited pair: Grailed or GOAT.
- Streetwear or vintage pair: Depop.
- Everyday worn pair or beaters: Mercari, or Facebook Marketplace locally.
Lots of sellers list the same pair on two sites and take whichever sale comes first. If you do, price with each site's fee in mind, and remove the other listing as soon as it sells.
Where to sell sneakers locally: Marketplace and consignment shops
Facebook Marketplace is free when you meet the buyer and get paid in person. That's handy for bulky lots or pairs you'd rather not ship. Meet somewhere public, and confirm payment before handing anything over. Fakes go both ways, so know what you're selling and inspect pairs you're trading for.
Sneaker consignment shops sell pairs for you and take a cut. Their terms vary from shop to shop, so compare their commission with the fees above before you drop anything off.
Getting the most for your pair
- Check sold prices. Look at recent sales on eBay and the sale history on StockX or GOAT, not asking prices.
- Keep the box and extras. The original box, laces and receipt help with buyers and with authentication.
- Clean and photograph well. Clear photos of every side, the soles and the size tag help a pair sell faster.
- Run the numbers. Put your price through the calculator above for each site you're considering.
Common questions
What is the best place to sell sneakers for the most money?
On fees alone, Depop and eBay usually leave you the most. A $200 pair pays you $192.95 on Depop and $184.00 on eBay. StockX and GOAT cost more but handle authentication and often sell faster for hyped pairs.
Is StockX or eBay better for selling sneakers?
eBay is cheaper on pairs of $150 or more: $16.00 in fees on a $200 pair against $29.00 on StockX at Level 1. StockX is simpler, because you sell to a bid and never deal with the buyer.
Can you sell used sneakers on StockX?
StockX is mainly for new, unworn pairs. Used pairs usually sell on GOAT, eBay, Grailed or Depop.
What is the best app to sell sneakers?
It depends on the pair. StockX suits new hyped pairs, GOAT and Grailed suit used and designer pairs, and eBay suits almost anything at $150 or more because of its lower fee there.
Sources
Fees last checked against these official pages: eBay (US) on 2026-10-14; StockX (US) on 2026-10-15; GOAT (US) on 2026-10-15; Grailed (US) on 2026-10-12; Depop (US) on 2026-10-12; Mercari (US) on 2026-10-14; Facebook Marketplace (US) on 2026-10-15. We re-check every source daily and update the calculators when a platform changes its fees.
- eBay Help: Selling fees
- eBay: Top Rated Seller program
- eBay Developers: Promoted Listings
- StockX Help: What are StockX's fees for sellers?
- StockX Help: Seller levels
- StockX Help: Shipping cost for sellers
- StockX News: Updates to the Seller Program (Feb 2026)
- GOAT: Fees (seller commission, seller fee and cash-out fee)
- Grailed Help: What are the fees?
- Grailed Help: Payment processing fee
- Depop Help: Seller fees and charges
- Depop Help: Boosted Listings Policy
- Depop Help: What is the Marketplace fee?
- Mercari Help: Fees on Mercari
- Facebook Help: When you'll get paid for selling with shipping