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Head-to-head · Podcast Monetization Platforms

Thx.so vs Patreon

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score Thx.so #7 in Podcast Monetization Platforms 8.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Thx.so
Patreon #8 in Podcast Monetization Platforms 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Patreon

Thx.so leads on 0 checks, Patreon on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreThx.so · 8.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresThx.so · 3 of 4

Thx.so scores higher on our rubric for podcast monetization platforms: 8.4 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.

Patreon leads on transaction fee: 10 % versus 5 %.

Thx.so is the better fit for creators focused on tips and memberships. Patreon is the better fit for creators wanting memberships and community.

  • Thx.so fits best

    Creators focused on tips and memberships

  • Patreon fits best

    Creators wanting memberships and community

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Side by side

Feature Thx.so 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Patreon 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 8.3
Ranking #7 in Podcast Monetization Platforms #8 in Podcast Monetization Platforms
Best for Creators focused on tips and memberships Creators wanting memberships and community
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $80/yr —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Support Email Tickets, Community, Docs
Integrations 9 integrations 8 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Thx.so 3/4 · Patreon 0/4
Premium episodes ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Private podcast feeds — Not checked yet
Community tools ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Listener donations ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Transaction fee 5 % 10 % (best)
Member limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Unlimited tips with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and card payments
  • Members-only posts support audio, video, files, and transcripts
  • Goals, notifications, and funnel analytics support listener engagement
  • Membership tiers support creator-defined pricing and benefits.
  • Podcast RSS distribution includes Spotify integration and synced feeds.
  • Combines gated posts, video, livestreaming, chats, and email tools.
Cons
  • Dedicated private RSS feeds are not offered
  • A 5% platform fee applies to memberships and shop sales
  • The service is available on the web only
  • The standard platform fee is 10% for newer creator pages.
  • Additional payment processing, conversion, payout, and tax fees apply.
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of creators seeking only podcast monetization.
Our verdict

Thx.so is a web-based creator monetization platform for podcasters, independent creators, small shows, and teams operating tip jars or membership programs. It combines one-time listener tips, recurring membership tiers, public and…

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Patreon is a web and mobile platform for creators who want to earn from memberships, one-time purchases, and exclusive content. It fits podcasters building a direct relationship with listeners, especially those who also want community…

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  1. Thx.soPodcast Monetization Platforms 8.4Free plan
  2. PatreonPodcast Monetization Platforms 8.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Thx.so — where it wins

    • Unlimited tips with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and card payments
    • Members-only posts support audio, video, files, and transcripts
    • Goals, notifications, and funnel analytics support listener engagement

    Where it doesn't

    • Dedicated private RSS feeds are not offered
    • A 5% platform fee applies to memberships and shop sales
    • The service is available on the web only

  • Patreon — where it wins

    • Membership tiers support creator-defined pricing and benefits.
    • Podcast RSS distribution includes Spotify integration and synced feeds.
    • Combines gated posts, video, livestreaming, chats, and email tools.

    Where it doesn't

    • The standard platform fee is 10% for newer creator pages.
    • Additional payment processing, conversion, payout, and tax fees apply.
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of creators seeking only podcast monetization.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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