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Fab vs itch.io
Fab and itch.io are both game and app stores. Fees — Fab: 88/12 split in favor of creators. itch.io: Creator sets itch.io share from 0-100%, plus payment processing (typically 2.9% + $0.30).
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Key differences
- Fees — Fab: 88/12 split in favor of creators. itch.io: Creator sets itch.io share from 0-100%, plus payment processing (typically 2.9% + $0.30).
- itch.io has the lower minimum payout ($5 vs $100).
- Only Fab offers Bank transfer. Only itch.io offers PayPal, Payoneer and Stripe.
- itch.io is the older platform — founded in 2013, 11 years before Fab (2024).
Which should you choose?
Choose Fab if…
- You want to withdraw via Bank transfer.
Choose itch.io if…
- You want to cash out small amounts.
- You want to withdraw via PayPal and Payoneer.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2013).
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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 | 88/12 split in favor of creators | Creator sets itch.io share from 0-100%, plus payment processing (typically 2.9% + $0.30) |
| Minimum payout | $100 (smaller balances roll over, paid regardless after one year) | $5 for payouts collected by itch.io, no itch.io minimum for direct-to-you PayPal or Stripe sales |
| Payout speed | Monthly, about 30 days after the end of the month earned | Collected payouts available 7 days after purchase and reviewed in about 10 to 14 days, direct payments land in PayPal or Stripe at once |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer | PayPal, Payoneer (collected payouts), Stripe (direct payments) |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2024 | 2013 |
| Headquarters | Cary, United States | San Francisco, United States |
| Popularity | 43 views · 0 likes | 56 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Fab or itch.io?
Fab: 88/12 split in favor of creators. itch.io: Creator sets itch.io share from 0-100%, plus payment processing (typically 2.9% + $0.30).
How fast do Fab and itch.io pay out?
Fab: Monthly, about 30 days after the end of the month earned. itch.io: Collected payouts available 7 days after purchase and reviewed in about 10 to 14 days, direct payments land in PayPal or Stripe at once.
Where are Fab and itch.io available?
Fab: Worldwide. itch.io: Worldwide.