Simple, Transparent Pricing
No monthly fee. Just pay when you get paid.
Pay-As-You-Go
One simple rate. No tiers. No surprises.
- Stripe fee: 1.5% + 20p per transaction
- MonthlyClub fee: 1.5% per transaction
- No subscription or setup fees
How We Compare
Fees and feature highlights vs alternatives
Category | MonthlyClub | Patreon | Direct Debit (example) |
---|---|---|---|
Fees (example)¹ | 1.5% (MC) + 1.5% + 20p (Stripe card) | 5%–12% platform fee + payment processing | 1% + 20p (Stripe Bacs) cap ~£4 + MC 1.5% (if used) |
Payout speed | Stripe payout schedule (typically 3–7 days) | Monthly cycles; creator payout schedule | Slower settlement (e.g., 3–6 business days typical) |
Own customer relationship | Yes (your brand + dashboard) | Shared (Patreon account + creator page) | Yes |
Recurring subscriptions | Yes (products, schedules) | Yes (tiers/memberships) | Yes |
Balance Builder (stored credit) | Built-in (customer gets full balance) | Not designed for stored credit | Not standard |
Branding & site control | Your storefront + copy | Hosted creator page with Patreon UI | Yours (implementation needed) |
Content/community tools | Basic announcements (roadmap) | Rich: posts, media, memberships, messaging | N/A |
Dunning/retries | Stripe retries + dashboard visibility | Handled within Patreon billing | Depends on provider |
1: Fees vary by country, payment method, and provider plan. Examples shown use UK Stripe card pricing (1.5% + 20p) and Stripe Bacs Direct Debit (1% + 20p, cap ~£4). Patreon platform fee varies by plan (5%–12%) + separate processing fees. Always check vendor pricing pages.
Example Payouts
How a single payment breaks down with our fees
Balance Builder Examples
Customers get every penny added to their balance; you see fees on payout
What's Included
Everything you need to launch and grow your subscription club.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? We've got answers.
Do I need to pay anything upfront?
Nope! MonthlyClub is free to start. You only pay a small percentage when you make a sale.
How does Stripe billing work?
Stripe charges 1.5% + 20p per transaction. MonthlyClub integrates directly so you don’t have to manage billing.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes — there are no contracts or lock-ins. You can pause or stop anytime.
Is there a minimum number of subscribers?
No, you can start with just one paying customer.