Ko fi helped you start. But now you need more. More control over your money. More ways to connect with fans. More tools to grow. That is exactly what Tpylo delivers.
Ko fi is great for beginners. But as you grow, you start noticing limitations. Here is what creators tell us pushed them to explore alternatives.
Ko fi Gold costs extra monthly just to access basic features.
Tpylo includes everything from day one. No subscriptions, no premium tiers to unlock.
Waiting for weekly or monthly payout cycles gets old fast.
Direct charges mean your money goes straight to your bank. You decide when to withdraw.
Selling digital products on Ko fi feels like an afterthought.
A complete store with unlimited products, automatic delivery, and beautiful presentation.
Comments are nice but they do not build lasting relationships.
Live chat rooms, tier based channels, and real conversations with your supporters.
No marketing speak. Just facts. Here is how the two platforms compare on the things that matter most to creators.
Comparison based on publicly available information as of 2025
We built Tpylo from the ground up with one goal: give creators everything they need without the frustrating limitations.
Create your page, connect payments, and start earning. No approval process, no waiting period. Go live today.
2 min
Setup time
Instant
Approval
Today
First payment
Accept payments from supporters worldwide. Multiple currencies, multiple payment methods, one simple dashboard.
135+
Currencies
Global
Countries
Cards, PayPal
Methods
Combine donations, memberships, and product sales. Multiple income streams from one platform.
Yes
Tips
Yes
Subscriptions
Unlimited
Products
Understand what content drives revenue. Track growth, see trends, and make smarter decisions.
Real time
Reports
Deep
Insights
Yes
Export
We hear these questions all the time. Here are honest answers to help you make the right decision for your creative business.
They stay with you. Your relationship is with your audience, not a platform. Share your new Tpylo link and watch them follow. Most creators report 85% of their supporters make the switch within a month.
Not at all. If you can fill out a form, you can set up Tpylo. Pick a username, add a profile picture, connect your payment account, and you are done. The whole process takes about 2 minutes.
Absolutely. Many creators keep their Ko fi active during the transition period. There is no pressure to delete anything. Take your time and move when you are ready.
Since payments go through Stripe or PayPal, you get the reliability of the world's most trusted payment processors. Our support team is also available to help with any platform specific questions.
Everything you need to know about making the switch.
Tpylo offers a transparent 5% fee with no hidden costs, direct bank payouts, a complete digital storefront, and live community chat features that Ko fi does not provide. You also avoid the monthly Gold subscription fee.
No. Tpylo has no monthly subscription fees. You only pay a small percentage when you receive payments. All features are included from day one with no premium tiers to unlock.
Yes, and with more flexibility. Tpylo lets you sell unlimited digital products with automatic delivery, custom pricing, and a dedicated storefront page that looks professional and converts better.
Tpylo uses direct charges so money goes straight to your Stripe or PayPal account. You control when you withdraw and there are no minimum payout thresholds. No waiting for weekly or monthly payout cycles.
Not at all. Simply share your new Tpylo link with your audience. Most creators see their supporters follow within the first few weeks of announcing the switch. Your fans support you, not a platform.
Tpylo supports Stripe and PayPal for receiving payments. Your supporters can pay with credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. We support over 135 currencies for international creators.
Yes. You can create up to 5 membership tiers with custom pricing and exclusive perks for each level. Members get access to private content, community channels, and special recognition.
We offer email support for all creators and priority support for high volume accounts. Our help center covers common questions and we regularly add new guides based on creator feedback.
Join thousands of creators who made the switch. Free to start, no credit card required.