Creator Membership Platform

vs Patreon

Patreon helps creators monetize their audience. Here's how it compares to communities.one for running clubs and membership organizations.

Feature Breakdown

Side-by-side comparison

How the platforms compare across essential capabilities

Feature
communities.one
Patreon
Events & Ticketing
Event ticketing
QR code check-in
Member Management
Membership tiers
Member directory
Membership applications
Payments
Recurring payments
Task Management
Task management
Kanban boards
Security
Team password vault
Pricing
1% platform fee
Other Features
Social media publishing
Content hosting
Creator discovery
Full support
Partial support
Not available
Why communities.one

What sets us apart

Key features that make a difference for modern clubs and societies

Built for Organizations

Patreon is for individual creators. communities.one is for clubs with committees, elections, and rotating leadership.

Lower Fees

Patreon takes 8-12% of earnings. communities.one charges just 1% with no monthly fees.

Event Management

Full event ticketing and check-in. Patreon doesn't handle in-person events.

Decision Guide

Which platform is right for you?

Honest guidance to help you make the best choice

Choose Patreon if you need

  • Individual creator monetization
  • Content hosting and delivery
  • Built-in creator discovery
  • Established creator brand

Choose communities.one if you want

  • Club with multiple leaders/committees
  • Event ticketing and check-in
  • Task management for volunteers
  • Lower 1% fees vs 8-12%
The Verdict

Patreon is for individual creators monetizing content. communities.one is for organizations with committees, events, and operational needs.

If you're a solo creator, Patreon works. If you're running a club with events and volunteers, communities.one was specifically designed for organizations like yours.

communities.one vs Patreon (2026) | Platform Comparison | communities.one