Etsy vs Shopify fees in 2026: a side-by-side comparison
Lire en français : Frais Etsy vs Shopify en 2026 : le comparatif pour un vendeur en France
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.
Checked October 2026. Fees change and vary by country — always confirm on the official Etsy fees page and Shopify pricing page.
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 2% 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.