Two app-first places to sell second-hand clothes. Compare buyers, styling, postage and fees, then decide where your wardrobe or vintage stock belongs.
The short answer
Clear everyday wardrobe pieces, kids’ clothes and high-street brands on Vinted. Put styled vintage, streetwear and Y2K pieces on Depop, where buyers shop by look and follow shops.
Vinted
VintedDepop
DepopSide by side
How they compare on packing and posting.
- Typical stock
- VintedBroad: high-street, kids’ clothing, homeware and branded pieces.
- DepopFashion-led: vintage, streetwear, Y2K and one-off finds.
- Photos that sell
- VintedClear flat lays or hanger shots with true colour.
- DepopStyled shots, often worn, that sell a look.
- Shop identity
- VintedA wardrobe of listings, with less weight on branding.
- DepopA shop profile with followers and a visible style.
- Seller fees
- VintedVinted’s help centre says selling is free for sellers; buyers pay a Buyer Protection fee.
- DepopDepop says UK sellers pay no selling fee; a payment processing fee applies. Check its seller fees page.
- Postage
- VintedBuyer chooses a shipping option at checkout; some carriers use a QR code at drop-off.
- DepopCheck Depop’s help pages for its current UK shipping options.
- Bundles
- VintedBuyers can bundle items from your wardrobe.
- DepopBuyers can buy several items from one shop; set any discounts yourself.
| Vinted · 3 | Depop · 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical stock | Broad: high-street, kids’ clothing, homeware and branded pieces. | Fashion-led: vintage, streetwear, Y2K and one-off finds. |
| Photos that sell | Clear flat lays or hanger shots with true colour. | Styled shots, often worn, that sell a look. |
| Shop identity | A wardrobe of listings, with less weight on branding. | A shop profile with followers and a visible style. |
| Seller fees | Vinted’s help centre says selling is free for sellers; buyers pay a Buyer Protection fee. | Depop says UK sellers pay no selling fee; a payment processing fee applies. Check its seller fees page. |
| Postage | Buyer chooses a shipping option at checkout; some carriers use a QR code at drop-off. | Check Depop’s help pages for its current UK shipping options. |
| Bundles | Buyers can bundle items from your wardrobe. | Buyers can buy several items from one shop; set any discounts yourself. |
Choose Vinted if
- You are clearing your own wardrobe or your children’s outgrown clothes.
- Your stock is mostly high-street and mid-range brands.
- You want to post without printing, using a QR code at drop-off.
- You prefer plain photos over styling every item.
Choose Depop if
- You source vintage or streetwear and have a clear style.
- You enjoy styling and modelling pieces for photos.
- You want followers who come back to your shop for new drops.
- Your buyers tend to be younger and shop by trend.
The guide
Each step in the order you'll need it.
Who you are selling to
Vinted buyers search by brand and size and expect a fair second-hand price. A Next jumper, a pack of baby vests or a Zara coat moves quickly there.
Depop buyers shop for a look. A 90s windbreaker or a faded band tee photographed on a person sells on the style, and the shop’s overall feel brings repeat visits.
Listing and photos
On Vinted, a clean first photo with honest colour and a measured flat lay does most of the work. Keep the description to brand, size, measurements and any flaws.
On Depop, worn or styled shots pull more attention, and hashtags or style words in the description help buyers find the item. Plan a little more time per listing.
Fees and postage
Vinted’s help centre says selling is free and that buyers pay a Buyer Protection fee. Depop says it removed selling fees for UK sellers, with payment processing still charged. Read both help pages before you price, as fees change.
On Vinted, the buyer picks a shipping option and you get a label or QR code. Depop’s shipping options differ, so check its help pages and weigh a typical parcel before you list.
Selling on both
If you sell vintage, you can list the same piece on both apps. Give each item one stock code so you can find it on the rail, whichever app it sells on.
Delete the other listing as soon as one sells. Two buyers for one jacket means a cancellation and a poor review.
Questions
Is Vinted or Depop better for vintage clothes?
Styled, trend-led vintage tends to suit Depop. Wearable vintage at everyday prices sells well on Vinted. You can use both.
Does Depop charge selling fees in the UK?
Depop says UK sellers pay no selling fee, though a payment processing fee applies. Check Depop’s seller fees page for current details.
Is selling on Vinted free?
Vinted’s help centre says sellers do not pay a selling fee and buyers pay a Buyer Protection fee at checkout.
Can I list the same item on Vinted and Depop?
Yes. Remove the other listing the moment one sells so you do not sell it twice.
Do I need a printer for Vinted or Depop?
Some Vinted carriers use a QR code at drop-off with no printed label. Check each app’s shipping help for the options on your sale.
Which app sells kids’ clothes better?
Vinted has a large kids’ section and parents buying for everyday wear. Depop leans towards adult fashion.
