Which one is cheaper?

One or both use custom pricing, so it depends on your specific needs.

Can I use either one for free?

Gumroad has a free plan. Stripe doesn't — you'll need to pay from day one.

Both use a usage-based model, so the comparison is straightforward — it comes down to features and limits at each price point.

How do these two stack up on price? Here's what each one costs, what you get, and where the value sits.

Custom

Popular

Custom

$0/mo

10% + $0.50 per transaction for all sales through your profile or direct links to your customers
30% per transaction when new customers find and buy from you through our discover marketplace
No more tax headaches - we handle everything
Simplified global selling - we manage international tax compliance
More time for creating - less time dealing with paperwork

Which one is cheaper?: One or both use custom pricing, so it depends on your specific needs.
Can I use either one for free?: Gumroad has a free plan. Stripe doesn't — you'll need to pay from day one.
How do they charge?: Both use a usage-based model, so the comparison is straightforward — it comes down to features and limits at each price point.

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