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Etsy vs Shopify fees in 2026: a side-by-side comparison
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Etsy charges per sale; Shopify mostly charges a subscription. Here are the fee schedules checked in October 2026 and a worked example. Figures are for a US-based seller.
Etsy fees (US seller)
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Listing | $0.20 | Per listing, every 4 months or when it sells |
| Transaction | 6.5% | Item price + shipping + gift wrap |
| Payment processing (US) | 3% + $0.25 | Total order amount |
| Offsite Ads | 12% or 15% | Only on sales from those ads |
Shopify fees (Basic plan, US)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic subscription | $39/month ($29/month billed yearly) |
| Online card rate (Shopify Payments) | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Third-party payment provider | +2% transaction fee |
Example: a $30 item + $5 shipping ($35)
| Etsy | Shopify Basic | |
|---|---|---|
| Per-order fees | ≈ $3.78 (0.20 + 2.28 + 1.30) | ≈ $1.32 |
| Fixed cost | none | $39/month (or $29) |
| Traffic | Brought by the marketplace | You bring it |
Under these assumptions the Shopify subscription pays for itself at roughly 16 such orders a month moved from Etsy to Shopify. But Etsy brings buyers your own store wouldn't get, which is why many sellers keep both — and then need to keep inventory in sync.
FAQ
Does Shopify take a commission?
No marketplace commission, but card processing fees apply, plus a 2% transaction fee on the Basic plan if you don't use Shopify Payments.
Are Etsy fees different outside the US?
Yes. Payment processing and some regulatory fees depend on your bank account's country.