Which platform suits which pair
Worn everyday pairs: local or Poshmark
Cheaper worn sneakers often aren’t worth $15 shipping. Sell them locally on Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji, or on Poshmark, where the buyer pays for shipping.
Popular models in good condition: compare eBay and Depop
eBay’s buyers search for an exact model and size, across Canada and the US. Depop’s younger buyers come for streetwear and trend-led pairs. The calculator above shows the difference for your pair.
Valuable sneakers: eBay
Eligible sneakers on eBay Canada go through eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee automatically and free of charge. You ship the pair to eBay’s authenticator, and it goes on to the buyer once it passes. Buyers pay more readily when they know the pair has been checked.
New, unworn hype releases: sneaker marketplaces
For deadstock pairs in the original box, marketplaces such as StockX and GOAT have buyers looking for exactly that. Their fees aren’t in our calculator yet, so check their current seller fees first.
How to get a better price
- Name the exact model. Include the style code from the label inside the tongue or on the box, and the size.
- Photograph the details. Both sides, the soles, the insoles, the size label and the box.
- Clean them first. A wipe of the midsoles and fresh laces can change what buyers offer.
- Be honest about wear. Point out creasing, sole wear or marks.
- Mind the parcel size. A shoebox costs more to ship. Check prices in the shipping guide.