Etsy vs eBay Fees UK
Compare Etsy UK and eBay UK business-seller fee scenarios for sellers choosing where to list first.
Worked example winnerEtsy UK
Etsy and eBay can be close enough that the best channel depends on category fit, buyer intent and promotion costs, not only the headline fee percentage.
Example scenario£35.00 sale / £11.00 product cost
Shipping cost £4.00 and ad spend £2.80 are included in both rows.
ChannelScenarioFeesProfitMargin
Etsy UKStandard domestic order£4.19£13.0137.2%
eBay UKBusiness seller, Crafts category£5.04£12.1634.7%
Best Fit
- Etsy: handmade, craft, gift and niche creative products.
- eBay: broader product categories, used goods, deal-driven search and business-seller volume.
Watch Outs
- eBay category fees vary, and this launch comparison uses a Crafts business-seller scenario.
- Etsy ads, Offsite Ads and listing renewals can change the final answer.
Use the calculators
Run your own product numbers next.
FAQs
Which has lower fees, Etsy or eBay UK?
It depends on category, price and promotion costs. Use a product-level calculator because fixed and percentage fees affect each order differently.
Can I use this comparison for every eBay category?
No. The eBay scenario is a launch model for the Crafts category, so sellers should verify their exact category fees.