Patreon vs Memberful

Compare Patreon and Memberful to find the best tool for your needs.

Patreon

Established membership platform allowing creators to earn recurring income from supporters.

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Memberful

Professional membership solution that integrates with your existing blog or website.

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Quick overview

Pricing

8-12% platform fee plus payment processing
From $25/month plus 4.9% transaction fee

Pros & Cons

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

Memberful

Pros

  • Seamless integration with WordPress
  • Maintain your brand and domain
  • Powerful access control features
  • Built-in newsletter integration

Cons

  • Higher cost for small creators
  • Technical setup required
  • Transaction fees on all plans
  • Limited design customization