The Key Differences Between Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM)

When selling on Amazon, sellers can choose between two main fulfillment options: Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM). Each model offers distinct advantages depending on the seller’s needs, resources, and business strategy.
Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA)
With FBA, sellers store their products in Amazon’s fulfillment centers. When a customer places an order, Amazon handles the picking, packing, shipping, customer service, and returns.
FBA is ideal for sellers looking to:
- Save time and operational effort.
- Access Amazon Prime customers and benefit from faster shipping options.
- Leverage Amazon’s trusted customer service and returns management.
Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM)
In FBM, sellers manage the entire fulfillment process themselves — from storage and packing to shipping and customer support.
FBM is better suited for sellers who:
- Prefer full control over the customer experience.
- Sell products with lower margins where FBA fees may be too high.
- Have established logistics networks or specialized shipping needs.
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