Comparison
Vinted vs eBay vs Depop: which should you sell on?
Most people pick one site and stick with it. Choosing per item takes a few seconds and usually gets you a better price. Here is how the three compare in practice.
Updated September 2026 · 5 min read
Side by side
Fees and postage arrangements change; check each site's current terms before listing.
| Vinted | eBay | Depop | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audience | Broad UK, value-led | Widest, all categories | Younger, style-led |
| Postage | Buyer pays | Usually seller sets | Usually seller sets |
| Best items | High-street, bundles | Branded, vintage, niche | Y2K, streetwear |
| Speed | Fast for cheap items | Slower, higher prices | Depends on following |
| Effort | Low | Medium | Medium to high |
A simple rule for choosing
Ask one question: would someone search for this by name?
- Yes, by brand or model — eBay. Searchers find it and pay for specificity.
- No, they would browse — Vinted. Volume and low friction win.
- It has a look people copy — Depop. Styling is the value.
- Too big or heavy to post — Facebook Marketplace or a local sale.
What each site punishes
Vinted punishes slow posting. eBay punishes vague titles and poor packing. Depop punishes dull photos. In all three, an unmentioned flaw is the fastest way to a refund.
Selling across more than one site
Cross-posting gets more eyes on an item, but you must take it down everywhere the moment it sells. Keep a simple list of what is live where — KindSort marks items as listed and sold so you can see it at a glance.
Common questions
- Is Vinted better than eBay?
- For everyday clothing, usually yes — it is quicker and simpler. For branded, vintage or collectable items eBay generally reaches more buyers.
- Is Depop worth it for ordinary clothes?
- Rarely. Depop buyers pay for a specific look rather than plain basics.
- Which is cheapest for the seller?
- It varies with current fees and who pays postage. Compare the amount you would actually take home, not the headline percentage.
Try it on one of your own items
Photograph a single item and KindSort suggests a rough price range, the best place to sell it and a title and description you can paste straight in. No account needed for one item.
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