Depop Fee & Profit Calculator UK (2026 Update)

Selling on Depop can look straightforward because UK sellers currently pay no standard Depop selling fee, but that does not mean every sale is free of platform costs.

Payment processing, optional Boosted Listings, postage, packaging and your original stock cost can all reduce what you actually keep.

The SellerStack Depop Fee & Profit Calculator UK helps you estimate your:

• Net profit
• Profit margin
• Return on investment
• Depop payment-processing fees
• Optional Boosted Listings cost
• Total selling costs
• Break-even selling price
• Profit generated per £1 invested

Enter your expected sale figures below to see how profitable a Depop sale could be before you list or accept an offer.

SellerStack Tip: A zero standard selling fee does not mean zero selling costs. Always include payment processing, stock cost, fulfilment and any optional promotion when judging a Depop deal.

Understanding Depop Fees for UK Sellers

Depop’s UK fee structure is now much simpler than it used to be, but sellers can still incur several charges.

Standard Depop Selling Fee

UK sellers currently pay no standard Depop selling fee on eligible sales.

That means the old 10% seller commission no longer applies to standard UK transactions.

However, payment processing and optional promotional charges can still reduce your final profit.

Depop Payments Processing Fee

Depop currently lists the UK payment-processing fee as 2.9% + £0.30.

The processing fee is calculated on the applicable transaction amount, including the item price and relevant shipping charges.

The SellerStack calculator keeps this rate editable so you can update it if Depop changes its charges.

Boosted Listings Fee

Boosted Listings are Depop’s paid promotion system.

For UK sellers, Depop currently lists a 12% boosting fee for qualifying boosted listings. The fee is only charged when the boosted listing results in an attributed sale under Depop’s boosting rules.

The calculator therefore lets you switch Boosting on or off and edit the percentage used in your estimate.

If you arrange your own shipping, Depop says the boosting fee may also apply to the shipping amount.

Understanding Your Depop Calculator Results

The calculator shows several profitability measures so you can judge a sale from more than one angle.

Estimated Net Profit

Net profit is the amount remaining after Depop fees and the selling costs you entered have been deducted from total order revenue.

If a sale generates £35 in revenue and your total fees and costs equal £18, your estimated net profit is £17.

Profit Margin

Profit margin shows how much of your total revenue remains as profit.

Profit Margin = Net Profit ÷ Total Revenue × 100

A stronger margin generally gives you more room for offers, returns or unexpected costs.

Return on Investment

ROI measures how efficiently your stock cost generates profit.

ROI = Net Profit ÷ Item Purchase Cost × 100

This is especially useful for resellers comparing several sourcing opportunities.

Break-even Selling Price

The break-even selling price is the approximate minimum item price required to cover the costs and Depop fees entered into the calculator.

This can help when:

• considering buyer offers,
• planning discounts,
• clearing slow-moving stock,
• negotiating sourcing prices,
• or deciding whether an item is worth listing.

Profit per £1 Invested

This converts ROI into a simple cash figure.

For example:

£2.00 profit per £1 invested

means every £1 spent acquiring the item generates approximately £2 of estimated profit after the entered costs.

Costs Depop Sellers Should Track

Even with no standard selling fee, several other costs can affect your real profit.

Item Purchase Cost

Include the amount you originally paid for the product.

If you bought stock as part of a bundle, allocate a realistic individual cost to each item.

Shipping Cost

Enter the amount you expect to pay to fulfil the order.

Depop supports Depop Shipping in the UK through Evri, and sellers can also arrange their own shipping.

Keep buyer-paid postage and your actual fulfilment cost separate so the calculator can show the real economics of the order.

Packaging Cost

Remember to include costs such as:

• mailing bags,
• boxes,
• tape,
• labels,
• tissue paper,
• protective materials.

These small expenses can meaningfully affect profit over a large number of orders.

Other Selling Costs

Use the Other Selling Costs field for expenses such as:

• cleaning,
• repairs,
• sourcing expenses,
• replacement parts,
• authentication,
• preparation costs,
• photography or listing-related costs.

Are Boosted Listings Worth It on Depop?

Boosting can increase the visibility of a listing, but it also reduces the profit from any attributed sale.

Whether Boosting makes sense depends on the economics of the individual item.

Before boosting, compare:

• expected net profit without Boosting,
• projected Boosted Listings fee,
• remaining margin,
• product demand,
• how long the item has been listed,
• whether the extra visibility is likely to justify the additional cost.

A high-margin item may have enough room to absorb a promotion fee.

A low-margin item may become unattractive once the boosting cost is added.

Use the calculator twice — once with Boosting off and once with it on — to see the difference before deciding.

How to Improve Depop Listing Visibility

Depop’s own search guidance focuses on listing quality rather than repeatedly refreshing items.

To improve your chances of ranking well:

• price items competitively,
• write clear and accurate descriptions,
• include relevant product information,
• use strong original photos,
• show important details and flaws,
• choose the correct categories and attributes.

Boosting can provide additional visibility, but it should be treated as a paid advertising decision rather than a replacement for a strong listing.

Shipping on Depop UK

UK sellers can use Depop Shipping via Evri or arrange their own shipping where available.

With Depop Shipping, sellers receive a QR code or printable shipping label and can use an eligible Evri drop-off location.

If you arrange your own shipping, add your actual postage cost to the calculator rather than assuming buyer postage is pure profit.

Tracked fulfilment also gives you clearer evidence of delivery and can help with transaction protection requirements.

Need More Detailed Selling Analysis?

This calculator is designed specifically for Depop fee and profitability analysis.

Selling on another marketplace? Use the dedicated eBay, Amazon FBA, Etsy, TikTok Shop or Vinted calculator for platform-specific fee calculations.

Want to compare marketplaces? → Open the UK Marketplace Profit Comparison Calculator to compare how the same product could perform across several selling platforms using one product scenario.

SellerStack Verdict

Zero Selling Fee Does Not Mean Zero Cost

Depop’s removal of the standard UK selling fee can make the platform attractive for resellers, but profitability still depends on payment processing, optional Boosted Listings, fulfilment and the amount you originally paid for the item.

Use the Depop Profit Calculator before sourcing, listing, boosting or accepting an offer so you can judge the sale on projected net profit rather than headline revenue alone.

Buy Smarter. Sell Smarter. Grow Smarter.

Depop Seller FAQs

What fees does Depop charge UK sellers?

UK sellers currently pay no standard Depop selling fee on eligible sales. Depop Payments processing charges and optional Boosted Listings fees can still apply.

How much is the Depop payment-processing fee?

Depop currently lists the UK processing fee as 2.9% + £0.30 on the applicable transaction amount.

How much does Depop Boosting cost in the UK?

Depop currently lists a 12% boosting fee for qualifying UK boosted listings. The fee is charged only when the sale is attributed to the boosted listing under Depop’s rules.

Is Boosting worth it on Depop?

It depends on your margin, demand and selling speed.

Boosting can increase visibility, but the additional fee reduces your profit. Compare the same sale with Boosting switched on and off in the calculator before deciding.

Do I need to refresh Depop listings every day?

Depop’s current search guidance does not recommend repeatedly refreshing listings as a ranking strategy. It focuses instead on competitive pricing, accurate descriptions and high-quality photos.

How does shipping work on Depop UK?

UK sellers can use Depop Shipping via Evri or arrange their own shipping where applicable. Depop Shipping provides a QR code or printable label for eligible orders.

Does the calculator include packaging and other costs?

Yes. Enter your packaging and other seller expenses separately so the result reflects more than just the item purchase cost and Depop fees.

Can I use the calculator before buying stock?

Yes. Enter your expected selling price and estimated costs before purchasing an item to see whether the projected profit, margin and ROI meet your own sourcing targets.