Ko-fi vs SamCart
Ko-fiCreator Monetization
From $12 / moPublished price
SamCartCheckout Optimization
$59/moPublished price
Ko-fi Creator Monetization Creator support platform enabling fans to send one-off donations, subscribe, and buy from creators with zero platform fees. | SamCart Checkout Optimization Stop doing everything yourself. | |
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| Overview | ||
| Category | Creator Monetization | Checkout Optimization |
| What it is | Creator support platform enabling fans to send one-off donations, subscribe, and buy from creators with zero platform fees. | Direct-to-consumer checkout platform for creators and entrepreneurs with one-click upsells and subscription billing. |
| Pricing | ||
| Published price | From $12 / mo Free plan takes 0% on tips and a small platform fee on shop/commission sales. Ko-fi Gold, the paid upgrade, is $12/month for new creators in 2026 (annual plans are no longer offer… | $59/mo |
| Pricing model | Flat rate | Tiered plans |
| Free options | Free plan · No free trial | No free plan · Free trial |
| Deal on Cubbie | None right now | None right now |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2012 | 2014 |
| Team size | 11-50 employees | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | London, UK | Austin, TX |