Gumroad vs Teachable: Which is right for you? (1970)
TL;DR
- Choose Gumroad if you want global taxes and compliance handled for you.
- Choose Teachable if keeping fees low matters most.
- Both work for: courses.
Gumroad
10% + $0.50 per transaction. 30% if sold via Gumroad marketplace.
Fastest path from idea to first sale. Built-in marketplace gives discovery. High fees (10%) are the trade-off for zero setup friction.
Teachable
Free (1 product, $1+10% fee). Basic $39/mo. Pro $119/mo. Pro+ $199/mo.
Established course platform with a simple no-code builder. Free plan has transaction fees; paid plans are more cost-effective at volume. Owned by Hotmart.
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Best for
Gumroad is best for ebooks, templates, Courses, indie creators, marketplace discovery, Creators. Teachable is best for Courses, coaching, Creators, Memberships, Communities, Digital products.
FAQ
Is Gumroad better than Teachable?
Neither is universally better. Gumroad is the right pick if you want global taxes and compliance handled for you; Teachable wins if keeping fees low matters most.
Which is cheaper, Gumroad or Teachable?
Teachable ranks higher on fee competitiveness (3/5). Gumroad pricing: 10% + $0.50 per transaction. 30% if sold via Gumroad marketplace.. Teachable pricing: Free (1 product, $1+10% fee). Basic $39/mo. Pro $119/mo. Pro+ $199/mo..
Can I switch from Gumroad to Teachable?
Yes — most subscription and billing tools support migration via CSV import or API. Expect to reconfigure webhooks, paywalls, and entitlements. Check both vendors' migration docs before committing.
Does Gumroad handle sales tax?
Yes. Gumroad handles global sales tax and VAT for you.
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