Which platform suits which pair
Worn everyday pairs: local, Poshmark or Mercari
Cheaper worn sneakers may not be worth shipping. Sell them locally on Facebook Marketplace or OfferUp, or on Poshmark, where the buyer pays for shipping. Mercari’s bargain hunters buy everyday pairs too.
Popular models in good condition: compare Depop and eBay
Depop’s younger buyers come for streetwear and trend-led pairs, and there’s no selling fee. eBay’s buyers search for an exact model and size. The calculator above shows the difference for your pair.
Valuable sneakers: eBay
On eBay, men’s and women’s athletic shoes sold for $150 or more are charged just 8%, with no per-order fee. Pairs from $100 in eligible categories go through eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee automatically and free: eBay sends you a prepaid label, you ship the pair to its 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 weighs more and costs more to ship. Check prices in the shipping guide.