Ruzuku vs Podia: Complete Guide
Podia is creator-friendly but charges transaction fees on lower tiers. Here's how Ruzuku compares — and why creators who value keeping their revenue choose us.
Comparing transaction fees, live tools, and which platform is right for your courses.
What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Podia.
What's in This Guide
A complete comparison to help you choose between Ruzuku and Podia.
Platform Overview
Understanding who each platform is built for helps you make the right choice.
Podia
Simple platform for creators selling digital products
Ideal for:
- Creators selling digital downloads and simple courses
- Those who want email marketing included
- Beginners who want an affordable starting point
- Creators focused on digital products beyond courses
Strengths:
- Clean, simple interface
- Email marketing built-in
- Good for digital downloads
- Affordable entry ($9/mo starter)
Limitations:
- 5-10% transaction fees on lower plans
- No student tech support
- Basic live session tools
- Limited community features
Ruzuku
Purpose-built for transformative learning
Ideal for:
- Coaches running group programs and cohorts
- Educators focused on structured learning journeys
- Creators who value live, interactive experiences
- Those who want 0% fees from day one
Strengths:
- 0% transaction fees always
- Native Zoom integration
- Student tech support included
- Rich community discussions
Limitations:
- Higher starting price ($99/mo)
- Basic email capabilities
- No digital download focus
- Fewer marketing features
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Click any feature to learn why it matters for your course business.
Pricing & Fees
Course & Content
Live & Interactive
Support
Marketing
Transaction Fee Calculator
See how much you could save by avoiding Podia's 5% transaction fees.
Your Course Business
Monthly Revenue: $4,000
Podia
Ruzuku
Your savings with Ruzuku
$140/mo
$1,680/year
Note: Podia does offer a 0% transaction fee plan at $89/month, which is $10 less than Ruzuku. However, Ruzuku includes student tech support, native Zoom integration, and unlimited courses — features often missing or limited on comparable plans.
Why Course Creators Choose Ruzuku
The key differences that make Ruzuku the better choice for creators who prioritize teaching.
Built for Discussion & Community
Podia is great for selling digital products. Ruzuku is built for transformative learning, with rich threaded discussions, peer interaction, and community woven into every course.
Real learning happens through conversation — not just downloading files.
Radically Easy to Use
Both platforms are simple, but Ruzuku's course tools go deeper — quizzes, assignments, native Zoom, drip content — all without adding complexity.
Launch your first course in a day, not a month. Focus on teaching, not configuring.
We Support Your Students Too
When your students have tech issues, our support team helps them directly. Podia leaves all student support to you.
Your students get help in hours, not days — and you save time every week.
"It's super streamlined, polished, easy to navigate and very user friendly. There is no detail you have missed, and even added more features. You did an incredible job with the upgrade and continue to offer superior assistance and customer service. You don't disappoint."
Joanne Sharpe
Artist & Course Creator
Which Platform is Right for You?
An honest guide to help you choose the best platform for your specific needs.
Choose Podia If...
Podia works well for creators selling simple digital products who prioritize the lowest entry cost.
Best if you need:
- You're selling digital downloads, not structured courses
- Budget is tight and you're just starting out
- Email marketing built-in is essential
- You don't need advanced live session tools
Choose Ruzuku If...
Ruzuku is the better choice if you're serious about creating exceptional learning experiences.
Best if you want:
- You want 0% transaction fees from day one
- You run live, cohort-based programs
- Student tech support matters to you
- You're focused on courses, not digital downloads
- Long-term cost savings matters
The Bottom Line
Both platforms serve solo creators well. Podia is the better choice if you sell a mix of digital downloads, webinars, and simple courses and want the lowest possible entry price. Ruzuku is the better choice if structured courses with quizzes, Zoom integration, and 0% transaction fees matter more than a low starting price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Podia to Ruzuku.