We’ve analyzed the latest Uber Eats delivery fees and DoorDash commission rates for 2026 to give you a clear, side-by-side comparison. If you are still relying heavily on these platforms, you need to know exactly what you are paying this year.

The Uber Eats Fee Structure (2026 Update)

Uber Eats has doubled down on its tiered pricing model in 2026. While they advertise flexibility, the costs for "premium" visibility have crept up significantly.

• Lite Plan (15% Commission): You pay less commission, but your visibility is severely throttled. You will essentially only appear to customers who search for you by name.

• Plus Plan (25% Commission): You get access to the "Uber One" subscriber base, but the Uber Eats delivery fee increase is passed largely to the restaurant in the form of commission and service fees.

• Premium Plan (30% Commission): This remains the only way to guarantee top placement, but losing 30% of your gross sales is rarely sustainable for low-margin items.

The DoorDash Fee Structure (2026 Update)

DoorDash remains the market leader in volume, but their DoorDash restaurant commission rates 2026 reflect their dominance.

• Basic (15%): Similar to Uber, you get a limited delivery radius and higher delivery fees for the customer (which lowers conversion rates).

• Premier (30%): Includes the "DashPass" guarantee and wider delivery radius.

• Pickup Commission (6%): Don't forget, they still charge you when the customer walks in to get the food themselves.

The "Hidden" Fees of 2026

Beyond the commission, 2026 has seen a rise in auxiliary fees across the board.

• Marketing Fees: Both platforms are pushing "Sponsored Listings" aggressively. To appear in the top 3 slots, you are often bidding against your own competitors, drastically increasing your customer acquisition cost.

• Adjustment Clawbacks: 2026 reviews indicate an uptick in automatic refunds where the restaurant bears the cost for "missing items" without proper dispute resolution.

The Verdict: Uber Eats vs. DoorDash

If you must choose one, the choice depends on your region. DoorDash typically wins on suburban volume, while Uber Eats dominates urban centers. However, from a profitability standpoint, both are charging "luxury" rates for a commodity service.

The Bottom Line: If you are paying 30% commission, you are essentially working for the delivery app. In the next blog, we’ll discuss how to stop the bleeding.