fba.market vs Direct Liquidation
Direct Liquidation uses per-lot auctions with complex fees. We use a bidding sheet with transparent pricing.
Direct Liquidation offers per-lot auctions and fixed-price listings for surplus inventory from US retailers. While they operate their own warehouses for testing and refurbishment, their complex fee structure and US-centric logistics make them challenging for European buyers. Our platform offers transparent percentage-based pricing, EU-native logistics, and set-it-once allocation.
How It Works: Side by Side
Direct Liquidation
Direct Liquidation runs auctions and fixed-price listings. They offer some refurbishment services from their US warehouses. However, buyer premiums are added on top of winning bids, and shipping costs can be opaque. Delivery times are often slow, especially for international buyers.
fba.market
We use a bidding sheet: you set a percentage of retail price per segment. No hidden fees, no premiums. Products allocated via waterfall from our EU warehouse. Managed cross-border shipping with clear, upfront pricing.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Direct Liquidation | fba.market |
|---|---|---|
| Buying model | Auctions + fixed-price | Bidding sheet + waterfall |
| Fee structure | Base + buyer premium + fees | Transparent % of retail |
| Warehouse location | US only | EU (Czech Republic) |
| Delivery speed | Often slow | Under 14 days from sign-up |
| Services | Some testing/refurbishment | Full warehouse services |
| Pricing transparency | Complex fee layers | Single percentage bid |
| Account management | Self-service | Dedicated account manager |
Common Direct Liquidation Pain Points
Complex fee structure
Buyer premiums, handling fees, and shipping costs add up. The final cost per unit is often significantly higher than the winning bid suggests.
Slow shipping
Delivery times are unpredictable and often measured in weeks, especially for international orders. EU buyers face additional customs delays.
US-only logistics
Warehouses are in the US. European buyers pay premium shipping and deal with customs, duties, and import VAT.
Per-lot competition
Every purchase requires winning an auction or grabbing a fixed-price listing. No way to set preferences and receive automatically.
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