A complete comparison of Amazon FBA and FBM for Indian sellers in 2026. Understand the cost, control, and scale implications before choosing.
Cost Comparison (2026 Rates)
| Cost Component | FBA | FBM | |---------------|-----|-----| | Storage fee | ₹20-45/cubic foot/month | Your warehouse cost | | Fulfillment fee | ₹50-150/order | Your labor + courier | | Returns handling | Amazon handles | You handle | | Prime badge | ✅ Auto | ❌ Extra setup |
When to Choose FBA
✅ You have consistent, predictable demand ✅ Products are small and lightweight ✅ You want Prime badge without effort ✅ You can't handle fulfillment at scale
When to Choose FBM
✅ You sell bulky/heavy items (high FBA storage fees) ✅ You have seasonal/unpredictable stock ✅ You want full control over packaging ✅ You're testing new products
The Hybrid Approach (Most Sellers' Best Option)
Top sellers use FBA for their top 20% SKUs (high-volume, compact products) and FBM for the rest.
FBM Label Management
If you choose FBM, MyInstantTool helps you sort Amazon FBM labels by courier for efficient dispatch across multiple shipping partners.