Patreon vs Walmart Marketplace
A side-by-side look at Patreon and Walmart Marketplace. On our scoring, Patreon comes out ahead — but the right pick depends on your priorities.
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| SellingScene score | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| User rating | 4 | 3.9 |
| Reviews | 1,480 | 1,430 |
| Pricing | ||
| Starting price | Free | Free |
| Pricing model | no monthly fee, percentage of income | no monthly fee, referral fees only |
| Transaction fees | 8–12% of monthly income (plus processing) | 6–15% referral fee by category |
| Hosting & setup | ||
| Hosting type | Fully hosted (SaaS) | Marketplace |
| Free trial | Free to start | No monthly fee |
| Staff accounts | Team access | User permissions |
| Product limit | N/A (membership tiers) | Unlimited (approved sellers) |
| Payments & security | ||
| Payment gateways | Patreon-managed (cards, PayPal) | Walmart-managed checkout |
| SSL included | Yes | Yes |
| PCI compliant | Yes | Yes |
| Gift cards | Yes | No |
| Catalog & content | ||
| Themes / templates | Creator page styling | N/A (standard listings) |
| App marketplace | Apps & integrations | Solution provider network |
| Multi-currency | Yes | No |
| Multi-language | No | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Support channels | Help center, email, creator support | Partner support, ticketing |
| 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 Walmart Marketplace?
Walmart Marketplace offers access to a massive US shopper base with no monthly fee and less crowding than Amazon. Approval is selective and the tooling is younger, so it rewards sellers who already run a tight operation.
Best for: Established sellers expanding beyond Amazon
Read the full Walmart Marketplace review