Kartra vs Gumroad

We compared both tools across pricing, features, ease of use and value to give you a clear recommendation.

Kartra

★★★★ 4.4/5

All-in-one business platform combining courses, funnels, email marketing and membership sites...

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Gumroad

★★★★ 4.1/5

The simplest way to sell digital products and courses online...

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Head-to-Head Comparison

Feature	Kartra	Gumroad
Rating	4.4/5	4.1/5
Starting Price	$119/mo	No monthly plan — 10% fee always
Free Plan	❌ No free plan (30-day trial $1)	✅ Free — 10% transaction fee
Users	50,000+	80,000+
Best For	Online business owners wanting course creation, funnels and ...	Teams looking for a solid Course Platforms solution...

Our Winner

Kartra

Kartra edges ahead with a 4.4/5 rating vs 4.1/5, and is generally better for online business owners wanting course creation, funnels and email marketing in one tool.

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Pros & Cons

✓ Kartra Pros

40% affiliate commission — highest in category
Full funnel builder included
Email marketing + automation built in
Video hosting included

✓ Gumroad Pros

Well-established platform
Strong integration ecosystem
Good documentation
Active user community

✗ Kartra Cons

Expensive starting price
No permanent free plan
Can feel complex to set up

✗ Gumroad Cons

Pricing can be high
Learning curve
Limited customisation on lower plans

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Kartra if...

Online business owners wanting course creation, funnels and email marketing in one tool

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Choose Gumroad if...

Teams looking for a solid Course Platforms solution

Try Gumroad →

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