Cheapest Shipping for Mercari Sellers
Ship your Mercari sales for less with discounted rates
How Shipping Works on Mercari
Mercari provides a straightforward shipping system with prepaid labels from USPS, FedEx, and UPS. When listing an item, sellers choose a weight tier and Mercari calculates the shipping price. The buyer pays shipping (or the seller can offer free shipping). After a sale, Mercari generates a prepaid label based on the selected tier. While this is simple, the weight-tier pricing means a 6 oz item and a 15 oz item could end up in the same tier, and the seller or buyer pays the same inflated rate for both. Sellers looking to maximize profits or offer more competitive prices can often do better by comparing actual rates.
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Recommended Shipping Services
| Service | Best For | Est. Cost | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| USPS Ground AdvantageTop Pick | Most Mercari items under 1 lb (clothing, accessories, small electronics) | $3-5 | 2-5 days |
| USPS Priority Mail | Items where faster delivery helps your seller rating | $7-12 | 1-3 days |
| FedEx Ground | Heavier items like books, electronics, or home goods over 2 lbs | $8-15 | 3-7 days |
| UPS Ground | Larger or heavier items that exceed USPS size limits | $9-16 | 3-7 days |
| USPS Priority Mail Flat Rate | Dense, heavy items that fit in flat rate packaging | $8-16 | 1-3 days |
How to Use I'd Ship That for Mercari
After making a Mercari sale, copy the buyer's shipping address from the order details. Open I'd Ship That, enter the address along with your package weight and dimensions, and instantly see rates from USPS, FedEx, and UPS. Choose the cheapest option, purchase the label, print it, and attach it to your package. Enter the tracking number into Mercari so your buyer can follow the shipment.
Pro Tips for Mercari Sellers
- Weigh items before listing so you choose the correct weight tier and avoid overage fees or overpaying
- For items under 1 lb, USPS Ground Advantage is usually $2-4 cheaper than Mercari's prepaid label
- If you offer free shipping, using discounted labels means the cost comes less out of your profit
- Compare rates for every shipment because the cheapest carrier varies based on weight, size, and destination
Frequently Asked Questions
Mercari allows sellers to use their own labels by selecting 'Ship on your own' when listing. This lets you purchase a discounted label through I'd Ship That, potentially saving $1-5 per shipment compared to Mercari's prepaid options.
It depends on the item weight and destination, but most sellers save $1-5 per package. Lightweight items under 1 lb see the biggest savings since Mercari's weight tiers group them with heavier items. USPS rates through I'd Ship That are up to 89% off retail.
Yes. When you purchase a label through I'd Ship That, you receive a tracking number from the carrier. Enter that tracking number in your Mercari order and your buyer gets full tracking updates just like with a prepaid label.
None. I'd Ship That has no monthly fees, no subscriptions, and no minimums. You pay only for the postage on each label, and those rates are already deeply discounted.
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