LearnWorlds vs Thinkific: fees & take-home (2026-07)
At $3,000/month over 60 sales, Thinkific leaves you $284/month more than LearnWorlds. Here's the full breakdown — and where that flips.
| LearnWorlds | Thinkific | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Course platforms | Course platforms |
| Entry price | from $24/mo | from $40/mo |
| Platform fee | Starter charges FLAT $5 per enrollment; Pro Trainer & Learning Center no fees | 0% on all paid plans |
| Take-home on $3k/60 sales | $2,571 | $2,855 |
| Effective take rate | 14.3% | 4.8% |
| Affiliate payout | 25% recurring | 30% recurring |
| Best for | Serious course businesses wanting the most powerful/customizable LMS; best value at Pro Trainer+ | Creators who want zero platform fees and strong course/quiz tools at a mid price |
Who keeps you more?
Modeled on each platform's entry tier, Thinkific wins at $3k/month. But the LearnWorlds/Thinkific gap depends on your revenue and sales volume — platforms with a monthly fee but 0% cut pull ahead as you scale, while free/percentage platforms win at low volume. Run your exact numbers →
Choose LearnWorlds if…
Serious course businesses wanting the most powerful/customizable LMS; best value at Pro Trainer+.
Choose Thinkific if…
Creators who want zero platform fees and strong course/quiz tools at a mid price.