Confused by app store and webshop fees? Try our commission calculator
Mobile Gamer-Biz has created a commission calculator designed to help developers understand the complex fee structures charged by Apple and Google’s app stores. Built with Claude, the tool aims to clarify how much each platform takes from in-app purchases based on multiple variables that significantly impact final commission rates.
The calculator draws from official documentation from both companies and accounts for numerous factors affecting commissions. These include which app store is used, the developer’s geographic location, whether payments are processed on-store or off-store, and participation in various developer programs offered by each company. The tool also factors in additional cuts taken by webshops and third-party payment providers.
The complexity reflects the evolving landscape of mobile app monetization. Both Apple and Google offer multiple developer program tiers with varying commission rates, and regional differences, alternative payment methods, and partnerships with webshop providers create a complicated calculation landscape for developers forecasting earnings. The calculator is presented as a guide rather than a definitive measure, acknowledging that actual results may vary based on specific circumstances and each platform’s evolving policies.