How much does Patreon take from creators?

Patreon takes 5-12% of your earnings depending on your plan, plus payment processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30). Total fees can exceed 15% on some transactions.

What's the difference between Patreon and Subscord?

Patreon is a general creator platform with high fees (5-12%), while Subscord is specifically designed for Discord monetization with 0% platform fees and direct Stripe payouts.

Can I use Patreon for Discord memberships?

Yes, Patreon has Discord integration, but it's limited compared to dedicated solutions. You'll also pay Patreon's 5-12% fees plus payment processing.

Does Patreon support crypto payments?

No, Patreon does not support cryptocurrency payments. For crypto-accepting Discord memberships, consider Subscord which supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more.

Is there a Patreon alternative with lower fees?

Yes! Subscord charges 0% platform fees and is specifically built for Discord monetization. Payments go directly to your Stripe account - we never hold your funds.

Patreon Fee Calculator

Calculate your Patreon fees. Calculate your Patreon fees and see how much you could save by switching to Subscord.

Patreon is one of the most well-known creator monetization platforms. However, their fee structure (5-12% + processing) can significantly reduce your take-home earnings, especially as you grow.

Patreon Fee Calculator

Calculate how much you pay in fees with Patreon vs Subscord

Number of Subscribers

Average Monthly Price ($)

Your Annual Savings with Subscord

compared to Patreon

Monthly Platform Cost Comparison

Patreon

5-12% + Processing

$400.00

Subscord$65/mo

$65.00

Note on payment processing: All platforms are subject to payment processing fees. Subscord uses standard Stripe fees (2.9% + $0.30) for card payments and charges 1% + gas fees on crypto payments. These processing fees apply to all platforms and are excluded from this comparison which focuses on platform fees.

Additional Patreon fees to consider:

Payment processing: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction
Currency conversion fees may apply
Payout fees for non-US creators

Patreon vs Subscord Feature Comparison

Feature	Patreon	Subscord
Platform Fee	5-12%	0%
Direct Stripe Payouts
Crypto Payments
Discord Integration	Limited
Hold Your Own Funds
Custom Storefront
Free Trial Support
Tiered Memberships

Ready to Stop Paying High Fees?

Switch to Subscord and keep more of your earnings. With 0% platform fees and direct payouts to your own Stripe account, you're always in control.

No credit card required • Free for up to 10 subscribers

Understanding Patreon Fees

Patreon's fees depend on your chosen plan: Lite (5%), Pro (8%), or Premium (12%). On top of this, you pay payment processing fees, which can total 15%+ of your earnings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Choose Subscord Over Patreon?

When comparing Patreon to Subscord, the key difference is in how fees work. While Patreon takes a percentage of your earnings, Subscord offers a revolutionary 0% platform fee model.

With Subscord, payments go directly to your own Stripe account or crypto wallet. We never hold your funds, which means:

Instant access to your earnings - No waiting for payouts
Complete control - Your Stripe account, your rules
No platform risk - Your funds can't be frozen by us
Cryptocurrency support - Accept Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more

Whether you're running a gaming community, trading group, or any other Discord server, Subscord helps you keep more of what you earn.