How Kick Subscriber Revenue Works
Unlike Twitch, Kick keeps things simple with a flat 95/5 revenue split across all subscriptions. Regardless of the subscription type, streamers keep 95% of the revenue, making Kick one of the most streamer-friendly platforms.
Here’s how much streamers earn from each subscription on Kick:
| Subscription Tier | Monthly Cost | Streamer Earnings (95/5 Split) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Subscription | $4.99 | $4.74 |
That’s right! For every $4.99 subscription, streamers keep $4.74, compared to the $2.50 they would earn on Twitch.
Use our Kick Subscriber Calculator below to estimate your monthly Kick revenue and take control of your streaming income! Curious how much streamers earn on Twitch? Try our Twitch Subscriber Calculator. You can also explore all our streaming tools here.
How to Use the Kick Subscriber Calculator
- Enter your subscriber count in the input field.
- Click the “Calculate Revenue” button.
- Instantly see your estimated monthly earnings in USD!
Kick Subscriber Revenue Breakdown
| Subscribers | Monthly Revenue |
|---|---|
| 100 | $474 |
| 500 | $2,370 |
| 1,000 | $4,740 |
| 5,000 | $23,700 |
How much do streamers earn per subscription on Kick?
For every $4.99 subscription, streamers keep $4.74. Kick takes only 5%, making it a great deal for creators.
How does Kick’s revenue split compare to Twitch?
Kick offers a 95/5 revenue split, whereas Twitch typically offers a 50/50 split. This means that streamers earn almost double on Kick compared to Twitch.
Is Kick better than Twitch for subscriptions?
For streamers focused on maximizing their subscription revenue, Kick is the better option. However, Twitch has a larger audience and more established features. It depends on what’s more important to you: audience size or revenue split.
Are Twitch subscriptions better than donations?
Yes, Twitch subscriptions are more reliable than PayPal donations because there’s no risk of chargebacks. Donations via third-party services like PayPal can be reversed if the donor disputes the charge, leaving streamers to cover the fees. With Twitch subscriptions, there’s no chargeback risk.
How do you get subscribers on Kick?
To enable the subscriber system on Kick for your channel, you need to achieve Affiliate or Partner status by meeting specific criteria:
- Affiliate Requirements:
- streamed for more than 5 hours
- have 75 or more followers
Once you become an Affiliate, viewers can subscribe to your channel to support you.
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