KRM vs Linktree
Linktree gathers your links on one page and adds ways to sell; KRM is a page built for receiving payments.
What each service is designed for
KRM
KRM gives individuals, creators, service providers and sellers one payment link and QR code tied to their KRM ID. A payer opens the link or scans the code, chooses what the payment is for — a tip, a money gift, a service, a product, a monthly subscription or a campaign — and pays by card or, where the device supports it, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Payers do not need a KRM account. Payments are processed by the payment provider (currently Stripe) through the recipient's connected account; KRM is not a wallet and does not hold balances.
Linktree
Linktree is a link-in-bio page that gathers your links in one place, with a shareable QR code. Its Earn features include digital products, courses and free or paid Bookings in supported countries, and Linktree says payments are processed through Stripe.
At a glance
| Feature | KRM | Linktree |
|---|---|---|
| Profile page | Public payment page with your bio and social profile links; not a general list of links | Link-in-bio page that gathers all your links |
| QR code | Yes — your QR code opens the same payment page | QR code for your Linktree (PNG or SVG) |
| Products and shop | Product links and a shop page with images, price and stock | Digital products and courses (selling needs Pro or Premium) |
| Services and bookings | Fixed-price service links and paid appointment bookings | Bookings with free or paid time slots, via Google Calendar |
| Payment processing | Stripe, through the recipient's connected Stripe account (PayPal is not active yet) | Stripe |
| Who can receive | Needs a connected Stripe account; availability depends on the recipient's country | Selling in supported countries; some partner features are US-only |
| Platform fee | 0% below USD 5 (or equivalent); 5% base fee at or above | Depends on the plan; the Pro plan is advertised with 0% fees |
| Processing fees | Set by the payment provider and charged separately; vary by country and method | Stripe: 2.9% + $0.30 per purchase on direct earnings, on every plan |
Fees: platform fee and payment processing
KRM
KRM's standard platform fee is 0% on payments below USD 5 (or EUR 5, GBP 4, SAR 18 or AED 18) and a 5% base fee on payments at or above that amount. The payment provider's processing fees are separate: the provider sets them, and they can vary by country and payment method. KRM has no monthly plan fee; its fee is deducted only when you receive a payment. Individually agreed KRM partner contracts can set a different platform fee.
Linktree
Linktree's help centre says its transaction fee depends on your plan, and its pricing page advertises selling with 0% fees on the Pro plan. Stripe processing fees of 2.9% + $0.30 per purchase apply to direct earnings such as digital products and courses on every plan; partner earnings have a $0.25 fee per payout.
Which option costs less depends on the amount, the type of payment, the currency, the country and the plan, so compare the published fee structures for your own situation.
Who might prefer KRM?
- Getting paid is the main purpose of your page: tips, money gifts, services, products, monthly subscriptions and campaigns.
- You want payers to choose a payment type and pay by card or a supported wallet on your KRM page.
- You want a payment page in Arabic, English, Spanish, French, Chinese or Hindi.
Who might prefer Linktree?
- You want one page that links to all your content, profiles and stores.
- You sell digital products or online courses.
- You want affiliate links or sponsored links (available in the US).
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between KRM and Linktree?
Linktree is a link-in-bio hub with selling features such as digital products, courses and Bookings. KRM is a payment page: one link and QR code where people pay you a tip, gift, service, booking, product, subscription or campaign.
Is KRM a Linktree alternative?
Not for gathering all your links in one place — that is Linktree's focus. If your goal is to receive payments through one link or QR code, KRM is built for that, and you can share your KRM link wherever you share links.
Does KRM have a QR code?
Yes. Every KRM account has a QR code that opens its payment page, so people can pay you by scanning it.
Get your KRM payment link
Create an account, connect your payment account and share one link and QR code for tips, gifts, services, bookings, products and subscriptions.
Official sources
- Linktree — Pricing (2026-10-18)
- Linktree Help — How to create your QR code (2026-10-18)
- Linktree Help — About transaction and processing fees (updated October 12, 2026) (2026-10-18)
- Linktree Help — Earn feature requirements and limits (2026-10-18)
- Linktree Help — How to offer Bookings on your Linktree (2026-10-18)
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