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Headout vs Withlocals

Headout and Withlocals are both tour platforms. On a $1,000 payment you keep about $700–$750 on Headout and $680 on Withlocals, before withdrawal or currency-conversion costs.

Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify

Key differences

  • On a $1,000 payment you keep about $700–$750 on Headout and $680 on Withlocals, before withdrawal or currency-conversion costs.
  • Both pay out via Bank transfer. Only Withlocals offers PayPal.
  • Headout is based in United States, Withlocals in Netherlands.

Which should you choose?

Choose Headout if…

  • Keeping more of each payment matters most — its fee is lower.

Choose Withlocals if…

  • You want to withdraw via PayPal.

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Headout A marketplace where attractions and experience operators sell tickets and tours. Visit Withlocals A marketplace for personal tours and home dinners hosted by locals, who set their own schedule - the platform… Visit
Type Tour platforms like GetYourGuide Tour platforms like GetYourGuide
Category Travel & Experiences Travel & Experiences
Vetted No No
Work from home No No
Fees 25-30% commission 32% service fee
Payout speed Payment is released by the 8th for the previous travel month, then up to 3 working days to your bank Each tour paid out to your bank, timing not stated
Withdraw via Bank transfer monthly or bi-weekly Bank transfer, PayPal
Availability Worldwide Worldwide
Founded 2014 2013
Headquarters New York, United States Eindhoven, Netherlands
Popularity 46 views · 0 likes 39 views · 0 likes

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Headout or Withlocals?

On a $1,000 payment you keep about $700–$750 on Headout and $680 on Withlocals, before withdrawal or currency-conversion costs.

How fast do Headout and Withlocals pay out?

Headout: Payment is released by the 8th for the previous travel month, then up to 3 working days to your bank. Withlocals: Each tour paid out to your bank, timing not stated.

Where are Headout and Withlocals available?

Headout: Worldwide. Withlocals: Worldwide.