Beehiiv vs Ko-fi
Side-by-side comparison of Beehiiv and Ko-fi for content creators.
The newsletter platform built for growth.
Accept tips and memberships without platform fees
What they are
Beehiiv
Newsletter platform with built-in growth tools: paid recommendation network, ad marketplace, native referral programs, and built-in monetisation. Founded by ex-Morning Brew operators.
Ko-fi
Ko-fi is a monetization platform where creators accept one-time donations, sell digital products, and offer paid memberships directly from their audience. It suits artists, writers, podcasters, and indie developers who want a lightweight income layer without surrendering a cut of every transaction. Free to use with no monthly fee. Ko-fi takes 0% on tips and donations, and 5% on shop sales, memberships, and commissions. Ko-fi Gold removes the 5% fee, although payment processors still take their standard slice. The trade-off is a thinner feature set compared to dedicated membership or course platforms.
Which to choose
Full editorial comparison coming soon. For now, check the side-by-side data above and read the individual reviews for Beehiiv and Ko-fi.