Both sell pre-owned luxury, but The RealReal is consignment while Vestiaire Collective is a marketplace with a tiered commission. This page compares their models, seller cut, and what sells best, with a calculator so you can see your real take-home on each.
| The RealReal | Vestiaire Collective | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Consignment (tiered payout) | Marketplace (tiered commission) |
| Typical seller cut | About 30% | About 15% |
| What sells best | Luxury bags, clothing, jewelry, and watches | Pre-owned luxury fashion and bags |
| Best for | Luxury consignment | Luxury resale |
The RealReal is consignment: you keep a commission that rises with the sale price and your sales volume, commonly ~55 to 85%. The default 30% is the platform take in a mid example; edit the percentage to your tier.
Vestiaire commission is tiered and often free below a low price threshold, then a percentage plus a fixed fee on higher-value items. Default is ~15%; edit to your region and price band.
Which should you pick?
The RealReal handles everything hands-off and pays a tiered 55 to 85 percent after the item sells, which suits offloading a mixed luxury lot without effort. Vestiaire is a global marketplace where you list yourself and often pay around 15 percent, with buyer-paid authentication and more control over price. Choose The RealReal for convenience, Vestiaire for reach and pricing control.
For the full breakdown, see The RealReal fees and Vestiaire Collective fees. To price the item itself, read how to price items for resale, and see all marketplace fees compared.