Patreon vs Sellfy
A side-by-side look at Patreon and Sellfy. On our scoring, Sellfy comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 3.8/5 | 4.0/5 |
| User rating | 4 | 4 |
| Reviews | 1,480 | 720 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | $29/mo |
| Pricing model | no monthly fee, percentage of income | Starter plan, billed annually |
| Transaction fees | 8–12% of monthly income (plus processing) | 0% transaction fees |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fully hosted (SaaS) | Fully hosted (SaaS) |
| Free trial | Free to start | 14 days |
| Staff accounts | Team access | Single account |
| Product limit | N/A (membership tiers) | Unlimited (annual sales caps) |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Patreon-managed (cards, PayPal) | Stripe, PayPal |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | No |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Creator page styling | Customizable storefront |
| App marketplace | Apps & integrations | Core integrations |
| Multi-currency | Yes | No |
| Multi-language | No | No |
| POS included | No | No |
| Abandoned cart recovery | No | Yes |
| Built-in blog | Yes | No |
| Tools & flexibility | ||
| Drag-and-drop editor | No | No |
| API access | Yes | No |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Support channels | Help center, email, creator support | Email & live chat |
| 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 Sellfy?
Sellfy bundles digital products, subscriptions, and print-on-demand merch into one tidy storefront with no transaction fees. It is a great all-rounder for creators, though it lacks the depth of a dedicated commerce platform.
Best for: Creators selling digital products and merch together
Read the full Sellfy review