How much is the Samsam M2 host fee? — 3.3% breakdown and net payout calculation

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How much is the Samsam M2 host fee? — 3.3% breakdown and net payout calculation
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Samsam M2 host fee is 3.3% — we’ll calculate your actual payout

Check fees before listing on Samsam M2.
Even a low rate can add up over many bookings, so it’s important to know what’s actually deducted.

Also, Samsam M2 charges guests separately: a 9.9% guest fee.
From a guest’s view, total cost is higher than the listed rent, so factor this in when pricing.
Understanding this fee structure helps set competitive rents and realistic income plans.

Below we explain Samsam M2’s host fee and show net payouts by rent level.


Samsam M2 host fees — how are they calculated?

Samsam M2 fees apply to the total charge excluding the deposit.
Host and guest fees are charged separately.

Host fee: 3.3% of total charge

Samsam M2 deducts 3.3% from the rent you receive.
The fee is automatically withheld at payout.

Guest fee: 9.9% of total charge

This is charged to guests. Because guests pay an extra 9.9% on top of rent, their perceived cost is higher.
Include guest fees when setting prices to stay competitive.

Source: Samsam M2 official site (2026)


Actual payout — sample calculations by rent

After deducting the 3.3% host fee, net payouts look like this.

Monthly rent

Fee 3.3%

Net payout

₩500,000

₩16,500

₩483,500

₩800,000

₩26,400

₩773,600

₩1,000,000

₩33,000

₩967,000

₩1,500,000

₩49,500

₩1,450,500

₩2,000,000

₩66,000

₩1,934,000

※ Deposit (₩330,000) is excluded from fee calculation. Source: Samsam M2 official site (2026)

A monthly fee can look small, but over time it grows.
If a ₩1,000,000 listing runs 12 months with no vacancy, host fees total ₩396,000 per year. For three listings that’s ₩1,188,000 annually.

Costs that eat into real profit besides fees

Counting only platform fees often overestimates profit. Hosts on Samsam M2 should also plan for these costs.

Utilities

If utilities aren’t included in rent, the host pays electricity, gas, water, and internet.
Gas bills in winter can exceed ₩100,000/month, which directly reduces profit. Decide whether utilities are included when setting rent.

Cleaning fees

Short-term rentals need cleaning between guests. If you don’t charge guests for cleaning, it’s your cost.
Cleaning services run about ₩50,000–₩150,000 per visit. Short stays with frequent turnovers raise this expense.

Appliance & furniture repair/replacement

High guest turnover speeds wear and tear.
Repair costs for washers, ACs, fridges, and replacing bedding or consumables affect long-term profit. Split annual maintenance into monthly costs for realistic calculations.


Samsam M2 vs plott LIFE — host fee comparison

Item

Samsam M2

plott LIFE

Host fee

3.3%

Currently ₩0

Deposit

₩330,000 (escrow)

Direct listings from ₩0 — set your preferred amount

Listing fee

None

None

Source: Samsam M2 & plott LIFE official sites (2026)

plott LIFE currently charges 0% fee. On a ₩1,000,000 rent, Samsam M2 deducts ₩33,000 while
plott LIFE pays the full amount to the host. That’s about ₩400,000 more per year on the same listing.


FAQ — common questions about Samsam M2 host fees

Q. Exactly how much is the Samsam M2 host fee?

A. 3.3% of the total charge excluding the deposit. For a ₩1,000,000 monthly rent, the fee is ₩33,000 and the payout is ₩967,000.

Source: Samsam M2 official site (2026)

Q. Do guests pay a fee on Samsam M2?

A. Yes. Guests pay 9.9% of the total charge excluding the deposit. For a ₩1,000,000 rent, a guest pays ₩1,099,000 total.
Consider the guest fee when setting your listing price.

Source: Samsam M2 official site (2026)

Q. Can I run short-term rentals without Samsam M2 fees?

A. plott LIFE currently charges 0% fee.
With no host or guest fees, hosts keep more revenue and guests pay less.

Q. Is there a room listing fee on Samsam M2?

A. No — Samsam M2 does not charge a listing fee. plott LIFE also has no listing fee.

Source: Samsam M2 & plott LIFE official sites (2026)

Q. Besides fees, what other costs do Samsam M2 hosts bear?

A. Unless included in rent, utilities are a host expense.
Cleaning between guests and repair/replacement of appliances and furniture also reduce long-term profit.
Calculate fixed monthly costs in addition to fees to manage returns effectively.

Even a 3.3% Samsam M2 fee adds up over many listings and bookings.

If you want to lower fee burden, consider plott LIFE, which currently charges 0%.


plott LIFE — short-term rental host platform

0% fee · simple contracts · damage compensation support · no listing fee

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