Malaysia Shopify Fee & Margin Calculator
Online card processing rates, monthly subscription tiers, and DTC margins. Updated for 2026 marketplace policies and localized Malaysia sales taxes (8%).
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Net take-home earnings deposited to your bank account
Multi-Platform Profit Comparison
Side-by-side fee schedules and take-home net profit across major online marketplaces.
| Rank & Marketplace | Fee Formula | Estimated Fees | Net Profit | Profit Margin | Payout Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Depop (US/UK)TOP PAYOUT | 0% Commission + 3.3% | $2.93 | $47.07 | 62.8% | 1–2 Days |
| 2Mercari | 10.0% Flat Rate | $7.50 | $42.50 | 56.7% | Upon Rating |
| 3Etsy | 6.5% + $0.20 + 3.0% | $7.58 | $42.42 | 56.6% | Daily / Weekly |
| 4eBay (Standard) | 13.25% + $0.40 | $10.34 | $39.66 | 52.9% | Daily Managed |
| 5Amazon (FBM) | 15.0% Referral | $11.25 | $38.75 | 51.7% | Bi-weekly |
| 6Poshmark | 20.0% Commission | $15.00 | $35.00 | 46.7% | 3 Days Post-Delivery |
Shopify Plan Tiers & Payment Gateway Rates
Credit card processing rates, 3rd-party payment gateway transaction fees, and monthly subscription tiers.
| Shopify Plan | Monthly Cost | Online Card Rate | In-Person POS Rate | 3rd Party Gateway Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Shopify | $39/mo | 2.9% + $0.30 | 2.6% + $0.10 | 2.0% |
| Shopify | $105/mo | 2.6% + $0.30 | 2.5% + $0.10 | 1.0% |
| Advanced Shopify | $399/mo | 2.4% + $0.30 | 2.4% + $0.10 | 0.5% |
| Shopify Plus | $2,300/mo | 2.15% + $0.30 | Custom POS | 0.15% |
Malaysia Shopify Fees & Policies FAQ 2026
Official 2026 fee schedules, commission matrices, store subscriptions, and margin calculation formulas for multi-channel e-commerce sellers.
how much are shopify fees?
Shopify fees include a monthly subscription: Basic ($39/mo), Shopify ($105/mo), Advanced ($399/mo), plus Shopify Payments credit card processing: 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic), 2.6% + $0.30 (Shopify), 2.4% + $0.30 (Advanced). Shopify charges 0% marketplace commission on your sales.
what are shopify fees?
Shopify fees comprise your monthly plan subscription ($39–$399/mo), online credit card processing (2.4%–2.9% + $0.30), optional domain registration, and third-party app subscriptions. Shopify takes 0% commission on your revenue.
does shopify charge transaction fees?
If you use **Shopify Payments**, there are **0% transaction fees** (you only pay standard credit card processing). If you choose an external third-party gateway (like external Stripe or Authorize.net), Shopify charges an additional 2.0% (Basic), 1.0% (Shopify), or 0.6% (Advanced) transaction fee.
how to categorize shopify fees in quickbooks?
In QuickBooks Online: (1) Categorize the Shopify monthly subscription as **Expenses: Dues & Subscriptions** or **Software Expense**; (2) Categorize Shopify Payments merchant processing deductions under **Cost of Goods Sold (COGS): Merchant Account Fees** or **Bank & Processing Fees** to accurately track gross revenue versus net cash flow.
how do shopify and etsy fees compare?
Etsy takes ~9.5% + $0.45 per sale (6.5% transaction + 3% processing + $0.20 listing renewal) with no monthly fee. Shopify charges a $39/mo subscription and 2.9% + $0.30 processing with 0% commission. When your shop generates over $2,500/month in gross sales, Shopify is significantly cheaper and gives you full control over customer branding and email marketing.
Is Shopify 100% free?
No. Shopify offers a 3-day free trial followed by promotional pricing ($1/month for the first month), after which the Basic plan costs $39/month (or $29/month billed annually) plus credit card processing.
Is Shopify better than Etsy?
Shopify is better for established brands, high-volume sellers (over $2,500/mo), and businesses wanting full control over customer email lists and branding with 0% commission. Etsy is better for beginners selling handmade crafts or vintage goods who need built-in marketplace search traffic without running paid ads.