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Apple App Store vs Gamejolt
Apple App Store and Gamejolt are both game and app stores. Fees — Apple App Store: $99 per year, 15%-30% commission. Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%.
Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify
Key differences
- Fees — Apple App Store: $99 per year, 15%-30% commission. Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%.
- Apple App Store has the lower minimum payout ($0.02 vs $20).
- Only Apple App Store offers Bank transfer. Only Gamejolt offers PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet.
- Gamejolt is the older platform — founded in 2002, 6 years before Apple App Store (2008).
Which should you choose?
Choose Apple App Store if…
- You want to cash out small amounts.
- You want to withdraw via Bank transfer.
Choose Gamejolt if…
- You want to withdraw via PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2002).
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Apple App Store
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Gamejolt
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| Type | Game and app stores like Steam | Game and app stores like Steam |
| Category | Games & Apps | Games & Apps |
| Vetted | No | No |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | $99 per year, 15%-30% commission | Seller sets cut, default keep 90% |
| Minimum payout | Over $0.02 for US USD accounts, over $40 for unlisted bank and currency pairs, other thresholds vary | $20 via PayPal, wire, or ACH |
| Payout speed | Within 45 days after fiscal month end | Gems are held 7 business days, then paid within the first 15 days of the following month |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer | PayPal via Game Jolt Wallet |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2008 | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Cupertino, United States | Austin, United States |
| Popularity | 44 views · 0 likes | 45 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Apple App Store or Gamejolt?
Apple App Store: $99 per year, 15%-30% commission. Gamejolt: Seller sets cut, default keep 90%.
How fast do Apple App Store and Gamejolt pay out?
Apple App Store: Within 45 days after fiscal month end. Gamejolt: Gems are held 7 business days, then paid within the first 15 days of the following month.
Where are Apple App Store and Gamejolt available?
Apple App Store: Worldwide. Gamejolt: Worldwide.