Amazon logoAmazon
vs
Kaufland logoKaufland

Which marketplace is better for sellers?

Last updated: March 2026

Quick Verdict

Amazon offers unmatched scale and fulfillment infrastructure but comes with fierce competition and higher fees. Kaufland provides a lower-competition entry into the German and CEE markets with the trust of a major retail brand. Sellers targeting Germany should consider both.

Quick Fee Calculator

Kaufland logoKaufland
Commission (7%)3.50
Total fees3.50
Net revenue46.50

Scoring Breakdown

Market Size

Amazon10/10
Kaufland7/10

Amazon.de is the dominant German marketplace with 500M+ monthly visits. Kaufland has 32M monthly visitors but is expanding rapidly across DE, CZ, SK, PL, and AT.

Seller Fees

Amazon6/10
Kaufland7/10

Amazon charges €39/month plus 7-15% referral fees. Kaufland charges €39.95/month plus 7-14% commission, similar overall but with fewer hidden costs.

Competition Level

Amazon4/10
Kaufland9/10

Amazon Germany is saturated with millions of sellers. Kaufland has significantly fewer sellers, offering better visibility and less price pressure.

Fulfillment

Amazon10/10
Kaufland4/10

Amazon FBA is a massive advantage for sellers. Kaufland does not offer a comparable fulfillment service, requiring sellers to manage their own logistics.

Amazon logoAmazon: Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Massive German buyer base
  • FBA fulfillment available
  • Prime drives higher conversion
  • Mature advertising platform
  • Global brand recognition

Cons

  • Extremely competitive
  • Higher effective fees with FBA
  • Strict account health metrics
  • Price-driven buy-box algorithm
  • Complex compliance requirements

Kaufland logoKaufland: Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Much lower seller competition
  • Multi-country expansion (DE, CZ, SK, PL, AT)
  • Strong retail brand trust
  • Growing rapidly
  • Simpler seller onboarding

Cons

  • €39.95 monthly fee
  • No built-in fulfillment
  • Smaller buyer base
  • Less mature advertising tools
  • Strict LUCID/WEEE compliance

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