Overview

In early 2024 Walmart’s Fulfillment Services (WFS) and Amazon’s Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) released updated pricing tables. The two programs still promise Prime‑eligible, fast‑shipping, but the fee structures differ enough to shift profit margins for many sellers. Understanding the nuances helps sellers decide which marketplace aligns best with their product mix and sales velocity.

Key Points

• Base pick‑and‑pack cost — Walmart charges a flat $2.50 for the first 12 items in an order, while Amazon starts at $2.50 for a standard‑size unit under 1 lb and scales with weight and size.
• Extra‑item surcharge — Walmart adds $0.30 for each item beyond the twelfth; Amazon applies a $0.30 surcharge for every item after the sixth in a multi‑item order.
• Monthly storage rates — Walmart bills $0.75 per cubic foot for standard‑size inventory and $0.48 for oversized stock; Amazon’s rates are $0.83 per cubic foot from January through September and jump to $2.40 per cubic foot during the October‑December holiday window.
• Receiving and inbound fees — Walmart levies a $0.30 per‑unit receiving charge; Amazon does not charge a separate inbound fee but may assess a $0.30 per‑unit preparation fee for label or polybag services.
• Weight and dimension limits — Walmart caps standard‑size parcels at 50 lb and a combined length‑plus‑girth of 108 in; Amazon’s “special oversize” tier stretches to 150 lb and 165 in, allowing heavier or bulkier items at a higher cost.

How Walmart WFS Fees Work

1. Order receipt — When a buyer places an order, Walmart automatically applies a $2.50 pick‑and‑pack fee covering up to 12 items.
   • Example: A nine‑item kitchen‑tool set triggers only the $2.50 base fee, regardless of each SKU’s weight.
2. Additional items — Every item beyond the 12‑item threshold incurs a $0.30 surcharge.
   • Example: A 15‑item bulk purchase adds $0.90 (3 × $0.30) to the base fee, resulting in a $3.40 total pick‑and‑pack charge.