Streaming platforms typically charge in one of two ways: a percentage of your ticket revenue (revenue share) or a fixed monthly fee. Each model suits different situations. This guide helps you figure out which one saves you more money.
Revenue share model
You pay nothing upfront and the platform takes a percentage (typically 10% to 30%) of every ticket sold. This is ideal if you are just starting out, stream infrequently, or are not sure how much revenue you will generate.
The advantage is zero risk: if you sell no tickets, you pay nothing. The disadvantage is that the percentage adds up as your revenue grows. At high volume, a flat fee becomes cheaper.
Flat monthly fee model
You pay a fixed amount per month (typically 100 to 500 pounds) regardless of how many tickets you sell. Some flat-fee platforms also charge a smaller percentage on top, so read the fine print.
Flat fee makes sense when you stream frequently and generate consistent revenue. Once your monthly ticket revenue exceeds a certain threshold, the flat fee costs less than a percentage-based model.
The crossover point
Calculate it: if a platform charges 20% revenue share, it becomes more expensive than a 250 pound flat fee once your monthly ticket revenue exceeds 1,250 pounds. Below that threshold, revenue share is cheaper.
Many organisations start on revenue share to prove the model works, then switch to a flat fee once they have predictable revenue. Look for platforms that offer both tiers so you can upgrade without migrating.
Start free, upgrade when ready
PassCast Community is free with a 20% revenue share. When your streaming revenue grows, upgrade to a Channel plan with a flat fee and lower percentage.
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