Confused by app store and webshop fees? Try our commission calculator
Mobile gaming publication mobilegamer.biz has created a commission calculator tool, built with Claude AI, to help developers understand the increasingly complex fee structures of Apple and Google’s app stores. The calculator draws from official documentation to estimate platform deductions based on multiple variables including which app store is used, geographic location, payment handling method (on-store versus off-store), and participation in specialized developer programs.
Beyond core app store commissions, the tool factors in additional fees charged by webshop integrations and third-party payment providers, offering developers a comprehensive view of total value retention. The calculator is positioned as an estimation guide rather than definitive financial advice, acknowledging that actual fees may vary depending on specific circumstances and program participation.
The tool addresses a significant pain point for independent developers and smaller studios: the opacity and complexity of modern platform fee structures. Apple and Google regularly adjust commission tiers and introduce new pricing models, making financial planning difficult for developers trying to forecast revenue after platform deductions. By consolidating this information into an accessible calculation interface, the tool aims to help developers make more informed business decisions regarding their pricing strategies and platform selection. The calculator’s consideration of alternative app stores and specialized developer programs reflects the increasingly fragmented landscape of app distribution and monetization options available to developers.