Start a paid newsletter

Start a paid newsletter

Overall Score

56.67 /100

Ease of Starting & Doing

Minimal or Zero Investment

Scalability

Passive Income Potential

Market Demand

Competition Level

Immediate Earnings

Long-Term Stability

Risk of Failure

Opportunity for Newcomers

Adaptability to Changes

Global Reach & Accessibility

Skills & Experience Needed

Payment & Withdrawal Process

Ease of Making Money

Requires content creation, audience building, and platform selection. Not instant or effortless.

40/100

Can be started for free on platforms like Substack, but marketing efforts and content creation take time.

60/100

Income can grow with more subscribers, but scaling requires sustained effort and quality content.

70/100

While subscribers pay monthly, continuous content production is needed to maintain earnings.

50/100

Growing market for niche newsletters, but demand depends on content relevance and audience interest.

75/100

Many newsletters exist, making it difficult to stand out without a unique angle.

50/100

Building an audience and gaining paying subscribers takes time, so earnings aren’t immediate.

30/100

Recurring income model offers stability, but depends on audience retention and platform policies.

65/100

Many newsletters fail due to a lack of audience growth or retention. Effort may not translate into earnings.

45/100

Anyone can start, but success depends on content quality, marketing, and audience engagement.

70/100

Platforms and reader preferences evolve, requiring adaptability to maintain success.

55/100

Available worldwide, but earnings depend on market interest and pricing strategy.

75/100

Writing, marketing, and audience engagement skills are essential for success.

40/100

Most platforms offer smooth payouts, though some may have processing fees or regional limitations.

80/100

Requires consistent effort, audience-building, and marketing to generate reliable income.

35/100