Chartrr vs. Commission Platforms
Most charter booking platforms take a percentage of every trip you run. Chartrr takes none. Here's how the subscription model stacks up.
Want the full platform-by-platform breakdown? See Chartrr vs the competition, or read our head-to-head FishingBooker alternative comparison.
Last updated: March 2026. Competitor pricing based on publicly available rate cards.
| Feature | Chartrr | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| What You Get | ||
| You keep per booking | 100% | 70-90% |
| Pricing model | Flat subscription from $0/mo | Commission on every booking |
| Automatic payouts after every trip | — | |
| Standard 7-day cancellation policy | Varies | |
| Keep payment if angler no-shows | — | |
| Revenue analytics dashboard | Basic | |
| Fleet management (multi-boat) | — | |
| Payment Protection on verified trips | — | |
| In-app crew tipping | — | |
| Real-time messaging | ||
| Mobile-native app | Web-wrapped | |
The Math Is Simple
A commission is a percentage of everything you bill, so it grows as you do. Chartrr charges a flat monthly fee and no commission at all. The examples below assume a 10–30% rate (FishingBooker's published range) — put in whatever your platform actually charges you.
10 bookings/mo at $500
20 bookings/mo at $800
30 bookings/mo at $1,200
Calculate Your Savings
Drag the sliders to see how much more you'd keep on Chartrr vs. a 25% commission platform.
Chartrr Pro
$5,951
/month take-home
Commission Platform
$4,500
/month take-home
You'd keep $1,451 more per month
That's $17,412 more per year in your pocket
Comparison FAQ
How much commission do charter booking platforms charge?
It varies by platform, and it is the number to check before you list anywhere: a commission comes out of the trip price, so a captain billing $1,000 receives $1,000 minus that rate. Chartrr charges zero commissions — captains keep 100% of the charter price on every plan and pay only a flat monthly subscription ($0-$149/mo depending on plan).
What is the cheapest fishing charter booking platform for captains?
Chartrr's Free tier costs $0/month with zero commissions, and no tier ever takes a percentage of a booking. Whether that beats a commission platform for you is arithmetic you can do in a minute: multiply what you bill in a year by your current rate, and compare it to $0, $490 or $1,490.
Does Chartrr verify charter captains?
Yes. Every captain on Chartrr must submit their USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (required by 46 USC §8101 for paid passenger operations) and proof of liability insurance. Credentials are verified by Chartrr's team before the listing goes live. Chartrr also features pre-departure safety checklists visible to anglers — a feature unique to the platform.
What does the 15% angler service fee on Chartrr cover?
Chartrr charges anglers a flat 15% service fee on each booking, already inside the price shown on the listing. It covers Stripe payment processing (~2.9% + 30¢), platform operations, and booking protection. Captains on Chartrr pay $0 in commissions on every plan.
Can I use Chartrr and other booking platforms at the same time?
Yes. Many captains list on multiple platforms during the transition. Chartrr's booking calendar helps you avoid double-bookings across platforms. There are no exclusivity requirements or contracts on Chartrr — you can cancel anytime.
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