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Best Places to Sell Your Side Project in 2026 (Comparison)

VibePath Team7 min read

Where Should You Sell Your Side Project?

You've built something valuable, and now you want to sell it. But with so many marketplaces available, which one should you choose?

We've analyzed the top platforms for selling side projects, micro-SaaS apps, and digital products in 2026.

Quick Comparison

| Platform | Listing Fee | Commission | Best For |

|----------|-------------|------------|----------|

| VibePath | $5/month | 0% | Projects under $5K |

| Flippa | $29-499 | 4-15% | Established sites |

| Acquire.com | Free | 4% buyer fee | SaaS $50K+ |

| SideProjectors | Free | 0% | Free listings |

| Microns.io | Free | 0% | Micro-startups |

VibePath

**Best for:** Side projects under $5,000

**Pricing:** $5/month unlimited listings, 0% commission

Pros:

  • Keep 100% of your sale price
  • Focused on small, crafted projects
  • No listing fees per project
  • Fast approval process
  • Cons:

  • Smaller buyer pool (growing)
  • No escrow service (yet)
  • **Verdict:** Best value for indie hackers selling multiple smaller projects.

    Flippa

    **Best for:** Established websites and apps with revenue

    **Pricing:** $29-499 listing fee + 4-15% success fee

    Pros:

  • Largest marketplace with most buyers
  • Detailed analytics and verification
  • Escrow services available
  • Cons:

  • High fees eat into profits
  • Crowded with low-quality listings
  • Requires more due diligence
  • **Verdict:** Good for larger sales, but fees add up quickly.

    Acquire.com (formerly MicroAcquire)

    **Best for:** SaaS companies valued at $50K+

    **Pricing:** Free to list, 4% buyer fee

    Pros:

  • Professional buyer network
  • Legal and financial support
  • High-quality listings only
  • Cons:

  • Focused on larger deals
  • Requires revenue/traction
  • Long approval process
  • **Verdict:** Best for serious SaaS acquisitions, not small side projects.

    SideProjectors

    **Best for:** Free listings, connecting with buyers

    **Pricing:** Completely free

    Pros:

  • No fees at all
  • Community-driven
  • Good for visibility
  • Cons:

  • No transaction support
  • Higher scam risk
  • Limited features
  • **Verdict:** Good for free visibility, but handle transactions carefully.

    Our Recommendation

    **For projects under $5,000:** Use VibePath. The subscription model means zero commission, so you keep all your earnings.

    **For larger SaaS deals:** Consider Acquire.com for access to serious buyers.

    **For free exposure:** List on SideProjectors as a backup while using paid platforms.

    How to Maximize Your Sale Price

    Regardless of platform:

  • **Document everything** - README, setup guides, analytics
  • **Be responsive** - Answer buyer questions within hours
  • **Price fairly** - Research comparable sales
  • **Include handoff support** - Offer 1-2 weeks of email support
  • **Be transparent** - Disclose any issues upfront
  • Ready to buy or sell?

    Browse projects or join the waitlist to start selling