Kajabi vs Podia
Kajabi edges it for most people — established creators and coaches — but Podia is the better pick if you're solo creators and teams of one.
Kajabi
All-in-one platform to build, market, and sell courses, coaching, and communities.
$71/mo
- Genuinely all-in-one — no separate email or funnel tools needed
- Strong marketing automation and funnels
- Polished member and mobile experience
- Expensive entry point ($89/mo billed monthly)
- Contacts are hard-capped per tier, so price scales with audience
Podia
Simple all-in-one for solo creators: courses, downloads, email, and community.
$42/mo
- All-in-one at a low entry price
- Clean, beginner-friendly experience
- Email marketing built in
- 5% transaction fee on the cheapest Mover plan
- Email-subscriber caps push you to pricier tiers
Side by side
| Kajabi | Podia | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $71/mo | $42/mo |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Free trial | 14 days | 30 days |
| Transaction fees | 0% platform fee | 5% (Mover); 0% on Shaker and up |
| User rating | 4.6/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2014 |
Best for…
Choose Kajabi if
- Established creators and coaches
- Creators wanting courses + email + funnels in one
Choose Podia if
- Solo creators and teams of one
- Selling digital downloads + courses
What you'll pay
Kajabi vs Podia — monthly cost
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kajabi or Podia better?
Kajabi scores higher on our composite (4.1 vs 3.9), mainly on value and features. But Podia wins for specific cases — solo creators and teams of one and selling digital downloads + courses. Neither is "best" universally; it depends on your situation.
Which is cheaper, Kajabi or Podia?
Podia has the lower entry price ($42/mo). Watch transaction fees too — Kajabi keep more of each sale. Use the calculator below for your real cost.
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