When browsing international resell platforms like StockX, GOAT, or Restocks, the price tag of your dream sneakers might look tempting at first glance. It's often a few hundred or thousand crowns lower than in the Czech Republic. However, the reality of purchasing from these huge marketplaces can really sting when you pay – or even worse, at customs. We've put together a fair comparison for you and will reveal the hidden fees that these giants deliberately keep quiet about.
1. Hidden fees on StockX (Price trap)
The lowest offer price (Lowest Ask) you see is never the price you actually pay. StockX automatically adds the following items to your cart:
A shoe that was listed for 3,500 CZK will therefore immediately cost you almost 4,300 CZK in the cart. And we're not even at the worst part yet.
2. Beware of Customs and VAT (Customs procedure in the Czech Republic)
If you're buying a limited drop (e.g., specific Nike Shox or Yeezy colors), StockX often ships them from their warehouses outside the European Union (from the USA or Asia). As soon as the package arrives in the Czech Republic, it will be intercepted by the Customs Office.
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21% VAT: Customs will slap you with 21% of the total value of the shipment, including shipping.
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Customs declaration fee: The post office or DHL will charge an additional 200 to 700 CZK for representing you in the customs procedure.
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Result: The shoe can become 1,500 to 2,500 CZK more expensive, which you have to pay in cash upon receipt. Your "advantageous" purchase suddenly becomes the most expensive pair in your collection.
3. Waiting time: Do you want to flex tomorrow, or in a month?
How does StockX work? You order ➡️ the seller has 2 days to send it to the authentication center ➡️ the center authenticates the shoes for a week ➡️ then they travel to the Czech Republic. The usual delivery time is 14 to 21 days. If the package gets stuck at customs, you could easily wait a month.
At Purekickz, we actually hold stock in the Czech Republic. No virtual inventory. If you order today, we'll dispatch the package within 24 hours, and you'll be wearing them outside in 2 days.
4. Returns and complaints (Sisyphean task)
Is the size of your Adidas Campus 00s not right, or do you not like the shoe in person? You're out of luck on StockX. International platforms function as a marketplace between individuals – they strictly do not allow returns due to incorrect sizing. Your only option is to resell the shoes on their website at a loss and pay additional fees.
With us, you shop according to Czech laws with human support behind you:
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You have 14 days to return goods without giving a reason.
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Size exchange is fast and free.
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If you have a question, you can call us or message us on IG, and a real person from Prague will answer, not a robot in English.
COMPARISON AT A GLANCE:
Don't be fooled by seemingly low prices abroad that end up costing thousands of crowns more. Support the local market and shop safely, with a guarantee of speed and 100% originality directly from the Czech Republic.
