Ghost vs Gumroad
Ghost says it does the job of Gumroad for less. Here's the price, what you get, and what you give up.
0% fees vs 3.5–5%
Ghost takes 0% transaction fees vs Gumroad's 3.5%-5% of revenue plus $10/mo+, meaning for every $50k revenue Gumroad takes $1,750-$2,500 per year
Ghost is smaller, with fewer integrations than Gumroad.
| Ghost | Gumroad | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 0% fees vs 3.5–5% | — |
| Saving | — | — |
| Best for | Ghost takes 0% transaction fees vs Gumroad's 3.5%-5% of revenue plus $10/mo+, meaning for every $50k revenue Gumroad takes $1,750-$2,500 per year | Teams that want the biggest, most complete option |
| Trade-off | Fewer integrations than the big tool | You pay more |
| Last checked | 2026-11-10 |
Questions people ask
Is Ghost cheaper than Gumroad?
Ghost says it is: 0% fees vs 3.5–5%. Check both pricing pages before you buy.
What do you give up switching from Gumroad to Ghost?
Ghost is smaller than Gumroad, so expect fewer integrations and add-ons. Try it with a small part of your work first.
What do you get with Ghost?
Ghost takes 0% transaction fees vs Gumroad's 3.5%-5% of revenue plus $10/mo+, meaning for every $50k revenue Gumroad takes $1,750-$2,500 per year
How do I switch from Gumroad to Ghost?
Export your data first, test a small import, run both side by side for a week, then cancel before your renewal date.