Newsletter platforms: fees compared (2026-07)
All 3 newsletter platforms we track, ranked by how much of $3,000/month you keep after fees. Prices verified 2026-07.
| Platform | Plan/mo | Fees/mo | Total cost | You keep | Take rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitkeeps most Free (Commerce) | $0 | $123 | $123 | $2,877 | 4.1% |
| beehiiv Scale (annual) | $43 | $105 | $148 | $2,852 | 4.9% |
| Substack Rev-share | $0 | $405 | $405 | $2,595 | 13.5% |
Every newsletter platform at a glance
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