Patreon vs Printify
A side-by-side look at Patreon and Printify. On our scoring, Printify comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | PrintifyPrint-on-demand | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 3.8/5 | 4.1/5 |
| User rating | 4 | 4.2 |
| Reviews | 1,480 | 1,960 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | no monthly fee, percentage of income | free plan + optional Premium tier |
| Transaction fees | 8–12% of monthly income (plus processing) | Per-item product + fulfillment cost |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fully hosted (SaaS) | Fulfillment integration |
| Free trial | Free to start | Free plan available |
| Staff accounts | Team access | Team access |
| Product limit | N/A (membership tiers) | Unlimited products |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Patreon-managed (cards, PayPal) | Inherits connected store |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | No |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Creator page styling | Inherits connected store |
| App marketplace | Apps & integrations | Integrates with most platforms |
| Multi-currency | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-language | No | Yes |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | No | No |
| Built-in blog | Yes | No |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | No | No |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Support channels | Help center, email, creator support | 24/7 chat & email (merchant support) |
| Actions | Read review | Read review |
Why pick Patreon?
Patreon is the default home for recurring fan memberships, with tiers, gated posts, and a community layer that keeps supporters engaged. Its fees plus payment processing take a real bite, and discovery on-platform is weak.
Best for: Creators building recurring membership income
Read the full Patreon reviewWhy pick Printify?
Printify connects you to a broad network of print providers, giving you the widest product selection and the chance to shop for lower base costs. Quality varies by provider, so sampling before you sell is essential.
Best for: Sellers wanting the widest product and price range
Read the full Printify review