AdThrive vs Patreon

Compare AdThrive and Patreon to find the best tool for your needs.

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AdThrive

Premium ad management company for higher-traffic sites offering some of the industry's highest RPMs.

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Patreon

Established membership platform allowing creators to earn recurring income from supporters.

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Quick overview

Pricing

Revenue share model, no upfront costs
8-12% platform fee plus payment processing

Pros & Cons

AdThrive

Pros

  • Industry-leading RPMs
  • Managed service with personal support
  • Video monetization options
  • Publisher resources and community

Cons

  • High traffic requirement (100k pageviews/month)
  • Selective approval process
  • US-focused traffic preferred
  • Less independence in ad management

Patreon

Pros

  • Well-established platform with recognition
  • Tiered membership options
  • Good content delivery tools
  • Strong community features

Cons

  • Higher fees than some alternatives
  • Platform dependence
  • Less control over supporter experience
  • Payment processing delays