Takealot fee calculator
See what you actually keep on Takealot. Published fee: Success fee 4-18% by category + ~R400/mo account fee. Verified Sep 2026.
Estimates use each platform’s published fee; payment-processing costs and taxes are not included.
Worked examples on Takealot
| Amount | Estimated fee | You keep (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $4.00 – $18.00 | $82.00 – $96.00 |
| $500.00 | $20.00 – $90.00 | $410.00 – $480.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $40.00 – $180.00 | $820.00 – $960.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $200.00 – $900.00 | $4,100.00 – $4,800.00 |
Based on: Success fee 4-18% by category + ~R400/mo account fee. Ranges reflect tiered or category-dependent fees.
Compare with other big marketplaces like Amazon
All fees →| Platform | Published fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Trendyol | Category commission ~5-23% incl VAT | Calculator → |
| bol | Fixed fee EUR 0.20-3.00 + 3-14% category commission | Calculator → |
| Amazon | Referral fee mostly 8-15%, plus 39.99 dollars monthly Professional plan or 99 ce… | Calculator → |
| Jumia | Category commission ~5-20% + processing fee | Calculator → |
| Kaufland Marketplace | EUR 39.95/mo + 7-16% category commission | Calculator → |
| Zalando Partner | Category commission ~5-25% + EUR 40/mo base | Calculator → |
| Blibli | Category commission ~2-8% | Calculator → |
| Shopee | Category commission ~2-11% + ~2% transaction fee | Calculator → |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Takealot take in fees?
Takealot's published fee is: Success fee 4-18% by category + ~R400/mo account fee. Fees can vary by category, seller level, or country — always check the platform's current pricing page.
How much do I keep from $1,000 on Takealot?
Based on the published fee, you would keep approximately $820.00 to $960.00 from a $1,000 sale or project on Takealot — before payment-processing costs and taxes.
How does Takealot pay out?
Takealot pays via: Bank transfer (South Africa).
Is this calculator official?
No — it is an independent estimate by FreelanceSites.net based on Takealot's published fee at the time we last verified it. Actual fees can differ by region, category, promotions, and payment method.