Hotmart vs ClickBank
Two affiliate networks with similar fees. Neither one is a course platform.
The verdict
ClickBank charges 7.5% + $1 per sale and Hotmart charges 9.9% + $1. Both are affiliate marketplaces before they're teaching platforms. Hotmart at least includes a membership area and certificates; ClickBank is essentially an affiliate and payment-processing network where hosting the content is on you.
Hotmart
Free
Commission: 9.9% + R$1
ClickBank
Free
Commission: 7.5% + $1
LearnBase
$97/mo
Commission: 0%
What each one wins on
Hotmart wins on
- Includes a membership area, student progress, and certificates
- Spanish and Portuguese interface, with Latin American payment methods
- A better experience for the end buyer
ClickBank wins on
- A somewhat lower commission: 7.5% + $1 versus 9.9% + $1
- A huge affiliate network in the English-speaking market
- Strong in direct-response marketing niches and high-ticket products
Hotmart vs ClickBank vs LearnBase
| Feature | Hotmart | ClickBank | LearnBase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0% transaction commission | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Unlimited students | Included | Included | Included |
| Unlimited courses | Included | Limited | Included |
| AI course generation from video | Not included | Not included | Included |
| AI-generated quizzes | Not included | Not included | Included |
| AI video transcription | Not included | Not included | Included |
| White-label branding | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Custom domain | Limited | Not included | Included |
| Certificates | Included | Not included | Included |
| Live sessions | Included | Not included | Included |
| Multi-language support | Limited | Limited | Included |
| Analytics dashboard | Included | Included | Included |
| All features in one plan | Not included | Not included | Included |
What each one costs you per year
Total 12-month cost at your monthly sales volume, including flat fees and commissions. The cheapest option in each row is green.
| Monthly sales | Hotmart | ClickBank | LearnBase |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000/mo | $1,188 | $900 | $1,164 |
| $5,000/mo | $5,940 | $4,500 | $1,164 |
| $10,000/mo | $11,880 | $9,000 | $1,164 |
Based on public list pricing. Excludes payment processing fees, which vary by method and country.
What if neither Hotmart nor ClickBank fits?
Neither one is where you should host your course if the student experience matters to you. LearnBase costs a flat $97/month, 0% commission, and is a complete school on your own domain: progress, quizzes, certificates, live sessions, and AI course generation.
Frequently asked questions
- Does ClickBank host my course?
- Not natively as a learning platform. ClickBank handles payment and affiliation; you have to host the content and student experience somewhere else.
- Which one has better Spanish-speaking affiliates?
- Hotmart, without question. Its network is concentrated in Latin America, Brazil, and Spain. ClickBank is far stronger in the English-speaking market.
- How much does ClickBank charge per sale?
- Roughly 7.5% plus $1 per transaction, and it also charges a one-time account activation fee.
Agustin Garcia
Founder & CEO, LearnBase
Sources
- Hotmart pricing page — verified July 2026
- ClickBank pricing page — verified July 2026
- LearnBase pricing page
Comparison data is based on publicly available pricing and feature information as of July 2026. Features and pricing may change. LearnBase is the creator of this comparison.
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