Alternative to Thinkific

The Best Alternative to Thinkific

No monthly fees. Only 5% when you sell.

Thinkific's free plan is limited. Their paid plans cost $49-$149/month. With iLoquio, you get everything for 5% per sale.

iLoquio vs Thinkific: Side by Side

FeatureiLoquioThinkific
Monthly fee
$0
$0-$149/month
Transaction fee
5%
0% (paid plans) or 10% (free)
Unlimited courses
Yes, always
1 course on free plan
Live video calls
Built-in (HD, no limits)
Requires Zoom integration
Students
Unlimited
Unlimited on paid plans
Drip content
Available
Available

Why Creators Switch to iLoquio

No plan limitations

Thinkific's free plan has a 10% fee and limits. Their paid plans cost $49-$149/month. iLoquio gives you everything for just 5%.

Live sessions included

Host webinars, coaching calls, and live courses without needing Zoom or paying for Thinkific's Live Lessons add-on.

Simple pricing

No confusing tiers. No feature gates. No surprise fees. Just 5% when you sell.

Modern interface

iLoquio was built recently with modern design principles. Clean, fast, and intuitive for you and your students.

Why are creators looking for Thinkific alternatives?

Thinkific's tiered pricing means you're always wondering if you need to upgrade.

  • Free plan has 10% transaction fee
  • Only 1 course allowed on free plan
  • Basic plan ($49/mo) still has limitations
  • Live lessons require paid add-on
  • Advanced features locked behind Pro plan ($99/mo)
  • Growth features need Growth plan ($149/mo)

Calculate your savings

See how much you could save by switching to iLoquio

Thinkific

$49-$149

you pay per month

$588-$1,788

you pay per year

iLoquio

$0

monthly fee

$0

annual fee (only 5% when you sell)

Thinkific's paid plans cost $49-$149/month. With iLoquio, you pay $0/month + only 5% per sale. For most creators, that's significant savings.

Who is iLoquio perfect for?

iLoquio is ideal for creators who want full features without tiered pricing

Growing creators

Don't worry about hitting plan limits. Scale freely with no tier upgrades.

Live workshop hosts

Built-in video calls mean no Zoom subscription or Thinkific add-ons needed.

Multi-course creators

Unlimited courses from day one. No artificial limits on your content.

How to migrate from Thinkific to iLoquio

Switch to simpler pricing without losing your content

1

Export your courses

Download your videos and materials from Thinkific.

2

Create your iLoquio academy

Sign up free and upload your courses to our platform.

3

Configure your settings

Set up pricing, drip schedules, and customize your academy.

4

Migrate students

Import your student list and grant access to their purchased courses.

The complete guide to choosing a Thinkific alternative

Why Consider Alternatives to Thinkific in 2026?

Thinkific has been a popular choice for course creators thanks to its free plan. However, that free plan comes with significant limitations: only 1 course, 10% transaction fees, and basic features. To unlock the platform's full potential, you need to upgrade to paid plans ranging from $49 to $149/month. For creators just starting out, these costs add up before you've proven your course will sell.

Thinkific's Tiered Trap

Thinkific's pricing model creates a constant pressure to upgrade: • Free: 1 course, 10% fee, limited features • Basic ($49/mo): Unlimited courses, 0% fee, but no advanced features • Pro ($99/mo): + Memberships, assignments, advanced features • Growth ($149/mo): + Bulk emails, groups, advanced reports Every time you want a feature, you need to consider: 'Is this worth $50/mo more?' With iLoquio, you don't face these decisions—everything is included.

The Live Sessions Gap

One of Thinkific's notable gaps is live video. To host live lessons, you need to either integrate Zoom (separate subscription) or pay for Thinkific's Live Lessons add-on. iLoquio was built with live sessions as a core feature. HD video calls for coaching, webinars, and live workshops are included from day one. No integrations needed, no add-ons to purchase.

Real Cost Comparison

Let's compare for a creator selling $5,000/month in courses: • Thinkific Free: $500/mo in fees (10%) = $6,000/year • Thinkific Basic: $49/mo = $588/year • Thinkific Pro: $99/mo = $1,188/year • iLoquio: $500/mo in fees (5%) = $6,000/year At low volumes, Thinkific's paid plans might cost less. But consider: with iLoquio, if you sell $0 one month, you pay $0. With Thinkific, you still owe $49-$149. iLoquio's model protects you during slow periods.

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