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Compare Resale Platforms & Programs
Side-by-side comparisons of seller fees, features, and availability across all major platforms.
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Fashion & Luxury Platforms
| Platform | Seller Fees | Shipping | Payout | Available in CA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% commission on sales over $15. Flat $2.95 on sales under $15. | Prepaid shipping label provided. Flat rate: $13.49 CAD (Canada) or $7.67 USD (US… | Direct deposit, check, or Poshmark balance. $15 minimum payo… | ||
| Varies by item sale price. Earn 5-80% of sale price (higher-value items = higher percentage). $10.99 per Clean Out Kit. | ThredUp handles all shipping. Sellers send items in a prepaid Clean Out Kit. | ThredUp credit (higher value) or cash via Stripe. $15 minimu… | ||
| 10% selling fee. Payment processing fee varies by method (PayPal or Depop Payments). | Seller arranges shipping. Depop offers discounted USPS labels in US. | PayPal or Depop Payments (direct deposit). | ||
| Zero seller fees — sellers keep 100% of sale price. | Integrated shipping with prepaid labels. Various carrier options. | Direct deposit or Vinted balance. | ||
| Commission varies: 30-70% of sale price depending on item value and consignor level. Higher-value items and loyal consignors get better rates. | Free white-glove pickup for consignors. Free shipping on orders over $100. | Direct deposit, check, or site credit (higher rate with site… | ||
| Commission based on sale price: 15-25% depending on item value. Direct Shipping option reduces fees. | Seller ships to Vestiaire for authentication, then forwarded to buyer. Or Direct… | Bank transfer or Vestiaire credit. | ||
| Rebag buys outright — no commission. They offer a wholesale price and resell at markup. | Free shipping for sellers. Buyers get free shipping on orders $500+. | Immediate payment via check, direct deposit, or Rebag credit… | ||
| Fashionphile buys outright. Quote based on brand, condition, and demand. Can also consign for higher payout. | Free shipping for sellers with prepaid label. Drop-off at Neiman Marcus Fashionp… | Check, ACH direct deposit, or Neiman Marcus credit (addition… |
General Marketplaces & Local Selling
| Platform | Seller Fees | Best For | Available in CA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.25% final value fee (most categories) + $0.30 per order. 250 free listings/month, then $0.35/listing. | Massive buyer audience | ||
| Free for local pickup sales. Shipped items: 5% per shipment (or $0.40 for items under $8). | Zero fees for local sales | ||
| Free basic listings. Promoted listings cost extra ($5-$30+ depending on category and promotion type). | Canada's #1 classifieds platform | ||
| 10% selling fee on all transactions. | Simple listing process | ||
| Free for local sales. Shipped items: 12.9% + $1.99 processing fee. | Free for local sales | ||
| Free to list and sell. | Verified identities — safer than Kijiji/FB | ||
| Free — barter-based trading. | No money needed — pure trade |
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Electronics Trade-In Programs
| Program | What You Get | Accepted Items | Available in CA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Store credit or Apple Gift Card (up to $955 for iPhone… | iPhone, iPad, Mac… | ||
| Best Buy gift card (up to $1,200 for MacBooks, $1,000 for ph… | Smartphones, Laptops, Tablets… | ||
| Credit toward Samsung purchase (enhanced values during promo… | Smartphones (any brand), Tablets, Smartwatches… | ||
| Staples e-gift card (instant, redeemable in-store) | Smartphones, Laptops, Tablets | ||
| Payment by check (not a gift card) | Surface Devices, Xbox Consoles, Laptops… |
Fashion Trade-In & Resale Programs
| Program | What You Get | Accepts Any Brand? | Available in CA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patagonia store credit (varies by item and condition) | Patagonia only | ||
| Lululemon e-gift card ($5-$15 per item typically) | Lululemon only | ||
| 30% of original retail price as Arc'teryx gift card | Arc'teryx only | ||
| Canada Goose gift card (usable in-store and online) | Canada Goose only | ||
| Levi's gift card towards a future purchase | Levi's only | ||
| Nordstrom store credit for trade-ins | Nordstrom only | ||
| $20 off new Madewell jeans (in-store denim trade-in) or Made… | Yes | ||
| ThredUp credit or cash payout | Athleta only | ||
| Pre-loved and vintage AE items at up to 90% off retail | American Eagle only | ||
| ThredUp credit or cash payout | Gap only | ||
| Cash from peer-to-peer secondhand sales, professional garmen… | Yes | ||
| 15% discount voucher per bag (limit 2 per day) | Yes | ||
| $10, $30, or $50 credit per item (based on condition and ori… | The North Face only | ||
| $5 Renew Reward per item (up to $25 per transaction) | Eileen Fisher only | ||
| Store credit for trade-ins | Girlfriend Collective only | ||
| Store credit for recycling (any brand), or cash/credit for r… | Yes | ||
| Refurbished Nike shoes at reduced prices (buyer side); retur… | Nike only | ||
| ThredUp credit or cash payout | Adidas only | ||
| Cash payment minus Vestiaire commission | Burberry only | ||
| Curated vintage Gucci items (buyer-focused) | Gucci only |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest platform to sell on in Canada?
Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji are free for local sales. Vinted charges zero seller fees. For fashion, Depop (10%) is cheaper than Poshmark (20%).
Which resale platform has the lowest fees?
Vinted has zero seller fees — buyers pay a small protection fee instead. Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji are also free for local sales. Among paid platforms, Depop (10%) and Mercari (10%) have the lowest commission rates.
What's the best platform to sell used clothes in Canada?
Poshmark (poshmark.ca) is the most popular fashion resale platform available in Canada, with 80M+ users. For local sales, Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji are great options. Depop works well for vintage and trendy items.
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