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Mediavine vs Patreon
Compare Mediavine and Patreon to find the best tool for your needs.
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Mediavine
Premium ad management company for mid to large publishers focusing on site speed and user experience.
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Patreon
Established membership platform allowing creators to earn recurring income from supporters.
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Pricing
Revenue share model, no upfront costs
8-12% platform fee plus payment processing
Pros & Cons
Mediavine
Pros
- Significantly higher RPMs than AdSense
- Focus on page speed and user experience
- Excellent customer support
- Publisher community and resources
Cons
- High traffic requirement (50k sessions/month)
- Selective application process
- Exclusivity requirement
- Less control over ad placements
Patreon
Pros
- Well-established platform with recognition
- Tiered membership options
- Good content delivery tools
- Strong community features
Cons
- Higher fees than some alternatives
- Platform dependence
- Less control over supporter experience
- Payment processing delays