Payhip vs Thinkific: Which is right for you? (1970)
TL;DR
- Choose Payhip if you want the simplest, fastest setup.
- Choose Thinkific if paywall conversion optimization is the priority.
- Both work for: courses, memberships.
Payhip
Free: 5% fee. Plus $29/mo: 2%. Pro $99/mo: 0%
More customizable than Gumroad with better fee structure at volume. Does not handle VAT globally.
Thinkific
No free plan. Basic $49/mo ($36/mo annual). Start $74/mo. Grow $149/mo. 0% transaction fee.
One of the most popular course platforms. 0% transaction fee on all plans including free. Strong for course creators who want control without Kajabi's price tag.
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Best for
Payhip is best for ebooks, templates, Courses, Memberships, Creators, Digital products. Thinkific is best for Courses, Memberships, Creators, coaching, e-learning, Communities.
FAQ
Is Payhip better than Thinkific?
Neither is universally better. Payhip is the right pick if you want the simplest, fastest setup; Thinkific wins if paywall conversion optimization is the priority.
Which is cheaper, Payhip or Thinkific?
Payhip ranks higher on fee competitiveness (4/5). Payhip pricing: Free: 5% fee. Plus $29/mo: 2%. Pro $99/mo: 0%. Thinkific pricing: No free plan. Basic $49/mo ($36/mo annual). Start $74/mo. Grow $149/mo. 0% transaction fee..
Can I switch from Payhip to Thinkific?
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 Payhip handle sales tax?
No. Payhip does not handle tax registrations — you handle those yourself or via a separate tool.
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