Vinted now offers 3 main carriers in France for packages ≤ 5 kg: Mondial Relay (historical), Colissimo (La Poste), and Vinted Go (the in-house service launched in 2025-2026). Which one to choose based on weight, speed, price, or reliability? Concrete data based on 18,700 shipments tracked by Vinkit.
For detailed information on each, see How Vinted Go Works, All About Colissimo and Vinted, La Poste with Vinted.
Quick Comparison Table
| Criteria | Vinted Go | Mondial Relay | Colissimo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price (≤ 2 kg) | €2.80 | €3.10 | €4.50 |
| Average price (2-5 kg) | €3.80 | €4.20 | €6.20 |
| Average delivery time | 2.8 days | 3.5 days | 2.1 days |
| Loss rate | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Relay points | ~9,000 points | ~14,000 points | (at home) |
| Real-time tracking | Yes (native app) | Yes | Yes |
| Rural coverage | Average | Very good | Excellent |
| Loss compensation | Up to €25 | Up to €25 | Up to €100 |
1. Vinted Go: The Cheapest, Faster Than You Think
Who it’s for: Most shipments ≤ 5 kg in metropolitan France.
Strengths:
- Lowest market rate (on average €0.80 less than Colissimo)
- No waiting in line at Vinted Go relay points
- Native tracking in the Vinted app (no external URL to paste)
- Label generated automatically in the app
- Direct compensation by Vinted in case of loss
Weaknesses:
- Less dense network than Mondial Relay in rural areas
- Compensation capped at €25 (insufficient for items > €100)
- Not available to Belgium/Luxembourg for certain formats
Our verdict: Preferable for any package valued ≤ €50, especially in urban areas.
2. Mondial Relay: The Densest Network
Who it’s for: Buyers in rural or semi-rural areas (~30% of the Vinted FR market).
Strengths:
- 14,000+ relay points (5,000 more than Vinted Go)
- Historical network, well-known to buyers
- Good cross-border coverage (FR↔BE↔ES↔IT)
- Competitive rates for 2-5 kg
Weaknesses:
- Slightly longer delivery times (3.5 days on average)
- Waiting lines at relay points during peak hours
- Sometimes inaccurate tracking (updates delayed by 12-24 hours)
- More buyer disputes over “undelivered packages” (1.9% vs 0.9% for Vinted Go)
Our verdict: Useful when the buyer provides a rural postal code or if the item is < €30 (saving cents per shipment).
3. Colissimo: The Fastest, Home Delivery
Who it’s for: Fragile items, > €100, or for buyers who want to avoid relay points.
Strengths:
- Home delivery (with signature for certain options)
- Fastest average delivery time (2.1 days)
- Compensation up to €100 (sufficient for most items)
- Complete coverage in metropolitan France
- Compatible with Overseas Territories (Mondial Relay and Vinted Go are not)
Weaknesses:
- Price: 30-50% more expensive than Vinted Go or Mondial Relay
- More demanding packaging (no “dented box” allowed)
- Risk of “postman passing without delivery” if not home
Our verdict: Essential for items > €100 or for buyers who have checked “home delivery” in their profile.
The Hidden Cost: Who Pays What?
On Vinted, the buyer pays the shipping fees. The seller chooses the carrier. It’s up to you to offer the right balance of price/delivery time to your buyer.
| If you offer… | Consequence for the buyer |
|---|---|
| Vinted Go only | Unbeatable price, may discourage rural buyers |
| Mondial Relay only | Dense network, decent price, no risk of “no relay point nearby” |
| Colissimo only | More expensive, slows down the purchase decision |
| Vinted Go + Mondial Relay | Winning combination: customer choice, competitive price |
| All 3 | Risk of choice paralysis, only activate for items > €50 |
Recommended strategy for most sellers: activate Vinted Go + Mondial Relay for any package ≤ €50, + Colissimo beyond that.
Decision Table
| Type of item | Recommended carrier |
|---|---|
| T-shirt, tank top, accessory < €15 | Vinted Go |
| Dress, jeans, shirt (€15-50) | Vinted Go or Mondial Relay |
| Coat, pair of shoes (€50-100) | Mondial Relay (volume) or Colissimo |
| Bag, fragile item, > €100 | Colissimo |
| Overseas item | Colissimo (only option) |
| Buyer in rural area | Mondial Relay |
Pitfalls to Avoid
- ❌ Packing a handbag in a box with Vinted Go’s size limits: risk of automatic classification as “larger format” + extra charge. Measure before.
- ❌ Checking Colissimo “tracked letter” for an item > €50: no compensation, total loss in case of dispute.
- ❌ Vinted Go for DOM-TOM: unavailable, your packages will be rejected.
- ❌ Mondial Relay for items > 500 g without reinforcement: the network is tougher than Colissimo, pack accordingly. See Packing & Sending a Vinted Package.
FAQ
Is Vinted Go really cheaper? Yes, on average €0.30 to €1.70 less than competitors for 95% of formats. The difference comes from the business model (Vinted operates its own relays and saves on intermediary commissions).
Is the loss rate for Mondial Relay concerning? 1.3% reported losses is high, but it’s also because Mondial Relay handles the largest volume for Vinted. In absolute terms, about 1 in 80 shipments will not be delivered correctly. Vinted’s compensation covers these cases up to €25.
Should you always choose the cheapest to earn more? No. If you only offer Vinted Go, you will lose buyers without nearby relay points. Combining Vinted Go + Mondial Relay maximizes your sales.
Is Vinted Go available in Brussels or Madrid? Partial availability. In 2026, Vinted Go operates in metropolitan France, certain Belgian regions, and some Spanish cities. Check before each sale.
What to do if my buyer says “package not received” while tracking shows “delivered”? Wait 48 hours (sometimes pickups at the relay point are marked “delivered” even though the customer hasn’t picked up yet). Beyond that, open a Vinted dispute. For 92% of disputes, compensation arrives in 5-7 days.
In Summary
In 2026, the right Vinted carrier depends on the combination of item value + buyer’s location:
- Vinted Go: by default for ≤ €50, urban
- Mondial Relay: rural area or alternative to Vinted Go
- Colissimo: > €100, fragile, or Overseas Territories
Offer 2 options in 95% of cases, 3 only for premium items. Don’t underestimate the impact of choice on your conversion rate: a buyer without a nearby relay cancels.
Next to read: How Vinted Go Works · Vinted Shipping Fees for a Small Package · Packing and Sending a Vinted Package
