Dewu vs POIZON Explained: What They Are and How to Buy from Dewu Abroad (2026)

By the Fishgoo Buying Team · Updated October 12, 2026

Dewu (得物) and POIZON are the same company’s two apps. Dewu is the Chinese app, launched in 2015 as “Du” (毒) and renamed Dewu in 2020; POIZON is its international version. Both are known for authenticating sneakers, streetwear and luxury items before shipping. Dewu often has more stock and lower China prices, but it needs a Chinese account and payment, so overseas buyers use POIZON directly or a shopping agent. Updated October 2026.

Dewu vs POIZON at a glance

What is Dewu (得物)?

Dewu is a Chinese marketplace for trend-driven goods: sneakers, streetwear, luxury bags, watches, beauty and electronics. It started inside the Hupu sports community as a sneaker-discussion and authentication app called Du (毒, “poison”), which is where the POIZON name comes from. In 2020 the Chinese app was renamed Dewu (得物, roughly “get things”).

The model that made it famous: sellers send the item to Dewu first, Dewu’s team inspects it, and only then does it ship to the buyer with an authentication tag and certificate. That removes most of the “is it real?” anxiety that comes with buying hyped sneakers from strangers.

How Dewu pricing works

• Prices move by size. Like StockX, many items are listed by multiple sellers, and each size has its own price. A size 42.5 and a size 44 of the same shoe can differ a lot.
• Delivery speed options. Some listings show faster or slower dispatch at different prices.
• Chinese sizes. Shoes are listed in EU sizes and often in mm foot length (e.g. 270 = 27.0 cm). Always convert from your foot length, not your US size.

What is POIZON?

POIZON is the international app from the same company. It uses the same “authenticated before shipping” promise, an English interface and international payment, and ships to a growing list of countries. It is the easiest option if the item you want is listed there and ships to you.

Its limits: the catalogue is smaller than Chinese Dewu, China-only releases and smaller Chinese brands are often missing, and you cannot combine POIZON orders with things you buy on Taobao, 1688 or Xianyu.

Which should you use? Decision checklist

How can I buy from Dewu or POIZON outside China?

1. Find the item. Search Dewu with the model name or style code (e.g. the SKU on the box). Style codes are the most reliable way to match the exact colourway.
2. Pick the size by foot length. Measure your foot in mm and use the brand’s chart. Our Chinese size chart guide explains EU, US and mm conversions.
3. Send the listing to your agent. Share the Dewu link or product details with your agent. Fishgoo can buy Dewu and POIZON items for you: send the listing link and it places the order in China.
4. Wait for warehouse arrival. Dewu ships domestically to the agent’s warehouse after its own inspection.
5. Check QC photos. Look at the authentication tag, box label, size label and condition. Our QC checklist lists what to look for.
6. Consolidate and ship. Add other orders if you have them and choose an international line.

How much does buying from Dewu or POIZON cost?

Sneaker boxes are bulky, so volumetric weight often matters more than actual weight. Asking the agent to ship without the outer shoebox reduces cost but can affect resale value; decide before you ship.

Is POIZON legit? Are its products authentic?

Dewu is one of China’s largest resale platforms and its authentication process is the core of its business. No authentication system is perfect, so keep everything: tags, certificate, box and packaging. With an agent, you also get warehouse photos before international shipping, which is the cheapest moment to spot a problem. Returns from abroad are rarely worth the shipping cost, so check carefully at the warehouse stage.

Common mistakes

• Ordering by US size. Use foot length in mm.
• Ignoring per-size pricing. Compare neighbouring sizes; sometimes half a size is much cheaper and fits fine.
• Assuming POIZON = full Dewu catalogue. It isn’t. Search Dewu if you can’t find a release.
• Forgetting import tax. Check your country’s rules; see our international shipping guide.

Alternatives worth knowing

• Taobao and Tmall brand stores for official Chinese brand shoes at retail price. See our Chinese running shoes guide.
• Xianyu for used or deadstock pairs (no platform authentication; inspect QC photos carefully).
• StockX / GOAT if the item is widely available in your country.

Dewu app words to know

How does POIZON authentication work, and does it cost extra?

Authentication is built into the purchase: the seller ships to POIZON/Dewu, the item is inspected, then it ships to you with an authentication tag and certificate. There is no separate “authentication fee” line to add at checkout; the cost of the service is part of the platform’s pricing and fees shown in the app before you pay. If you buy Dewu items through an agent, the agent’s QC photos are an extra check on top.

Is POIZON free to use?

Yes, downloading and browsing the app is free. You pay only when you buy: item price plus any fees and shipping shown at checkout.

What can you buy on POIZON and Dewu?

Looking for Chinese brands specifically? See Li-Ning vs Anta.

What do buyers say about POIZON?

Public review sites and Reddit threads mostly discuss three themes: authenticity (generally the reason people use it), delivery time (varies by seller and dispatch option), and after-sales (returns are harder once an item has crossed borders). Read recent reviews for your country before a big purchase, and keep unboxing photos in case you need to raise a claim.

Frequently asked questions

Is POIZON the same as Dewu?

Yes. They belong to the same company. Dewu (得物) is the Chinese app, formerly called Du (毒); POIZON is its international version with a smaller catalogue.

Can I use Dewu outside China?

You can browse it, but buying normally needs a Chinese account, Chinese payment and a mainland China address. Overseas buyers use POIZON or a shopping agent.

Is POIZON legit?

POIZON and Dewu authenticate items before shipping, which is their core service. Keep tags, certificates and packaging, and check photos carefully.

Why are Dewu prices different for each size?

Many items are listed by multiple sellers, and each size is priced separately based on supply and demand.

Can a shopping agent buy from Dewu for me?

Yes. Fishgoo can buy Dewu and POIZON items: send the listing link and it orders, receives and photographs the item in China. For shipping rates and times, contact Fishgoo customer service.

How much does POIZON authentication cost?

There’s no separate authentication fee to add; it’s part of the purchase process, and all fees are shown in the app before you pay.

Is POIZON free to use?

Yes. Downloading and browsing are free; you pay only when you buy.