Choose Lemon Squeezy when…
Software and digital-product sellers who want global tax handling with a lower baseline transaction rate.
Head-to-head fee guide
Lemon Squeezy vs Gumroad fees
Compare two merchant-of-record platforms for digital products and software.
Le
VSLemon Squeezy
5% + $0.50Gu
Gumroad
10% + $0.50, plus processingGross revenueLemon Squeezy keepsGumroad keepsDifference
$10.00$9.00$7.91$1.09
$50.00$47.00$42.75$4.25
$100.00$94.50$86.30$8.20
$500.00$474.50$434.70$39.80
$1000.00$949.50$870.20$79.30
ClearFeeMath verdict
Lemon Squeezy has the lower baseline direct-sale fee in this model. Gumroad may still win for creators who value its familiar storefront and audience-facing simplicity.
Choose Gumroad when…
Creators who prioritize a fast, familiar storefront and Gumroad’s built-in selling workflow.
Common questions
Is Lemon Squeezy cheaper than Gumroad?
At the referenced baseline rates, Lemon Squeezy is lower. International, PayPal, subscription, affiliate, Discover, and payout scenarios can change the result.
Do both handle sales tax?
Both operate merchant-of-record models for covered sales, but sellers should confirm current terms, supported products, and their own income-tax obligations.