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Kreosus vs Linktree

Kreosus and Linktree are both creator monetization tools. Kreosus is aimed at creators, while Linktree is aimed at creators and small businesses. Both have a free plan.

Kreosus

Patreon-style membership and tip platform for Turkish creators

Linktree

The original link-in-bio

PricingFreeFreemium · $8
Starting priceNot published$8/mo
Free planYesYes
Free trial——
Built forCreatorsCreators, Small businesses
Platformswebweb, ios, android
CountryUSAU · 2016
Rating——

Choose Kreosus if

Turkish creators, independent media and small publishers who want followers to support them monthly in Turkish lira.

  • Turkish interface and payments in Turkish lira
  • 0% platform fee for early earnings
  • Lower top fee than many global rivals at scale

Look elsewhere if: Creators with a mostly international audience or who need courses, shops or rich community tools (Patreon, Ko-fi, Buy Me a Coffee).

Choose Linktree if

Creators and brands needing a simple link-in-bio page.

  • Instantly recognizable
  • Free plan is enough for many
  • Easy to use

Look elsewhere if: Creators wanting a full storefront (Stan, Beacons).

Kreosus vs Linktree pricing

Kreosus

  • Creator$00% platform fee until 3,500 TL or $100 lifetime earnings
  • Platform fee0-10%Rises in steps with lifetime earnings; 10% above 500K TL
  • Payment processing2.9-3.9% + $0.30Per transaction, charged by the payment provider

Linktree

  • Free$0Unlimited links, basic analytics
  • Starter$8/mo$6/mo billed annually; link scheduling, more appearance options
  • Pro$15/mo$12/mo billed annually; advanced analytics, SEO controls
  • Premium$35/mo$30/mo billed annually; remove branding, priority support

Kreosus · Key features

  • Monthly memberships with custom tiers and rewards
  • One-time support payments alongside subscriptions
  • Supporter-only posts and message box
  • Embed code to accept support on your own website
  • Real-time earnings, fee and supporter dashboard
  • Charges in TRY, USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD or CAD

Cons

  • Fee climbs to 10% as lifetime earnings grow
  • Much smaller audience and app ecosystem than Patreon
  • No native video hosting, courses or shop

Linktree · Key features

  • Unlimited links and embeds
  • Shop and commerce links
  • Email and SMS signup
  • Tips and payments
  • Analytics on clicks and traffic
  • Themes and customization

Cons

  • Branding on free plan
  • Limited design flexibility
  • Fewer monetization tools than Beacons/Stan

Kreosus vs Linktree: FAQ

Do Kreosus and Linktree have a free plan?

Yes, both Kreosus and Linktree have a free plan; paid plans add more usage and features.

Which is better for small businesses, Kreosus or Linktree?

Linktree lists small businesses as a core audience, while Kreosus is aimed more at creators.

Not sure yet?