Platform guide · Checked September 26, 2026
Is Skool legit?
Yes. Skool is a real community and course platform, founded in 2019 by Sam Ovens and based in Los Angeles. Alex Hormozi bought a stake in January 2024. As with Whop, the risk sits with the individual group you join, not the platform.
VerdictWorth itthe join
- Founded
- 2019 by Sam Ovens
- HQ
- Los Angeles
- Investor
- Alex Hormozi (2024)
- Team
- ≈30 people
- Creator plans
- $9 Hobby / $99 Pro
- Trustpilot
- 1.7 / 5, 50 reviews
Read the Trustpilot score carefully
Skool's Trustpilot page shows 1.7 from about 50 reviews, most of them one star. That is a small sample, and the listing may include reviews for an older, unrelated product on the same domain. The recurring real complaint is being charged after a trial.
How to check a Skool group
- Open the group's About page: member count, price and owner are public.
- Look at the community feed. An active group shows new posts daily.
- Check the owner's other channels before paying.
Questions people ask
Who owns Skool?
Sam Ovens founded it. Alex Hormozi holds a stake.
How much does Skool cost for creators?
$9 a month on Hobby with a 10% + 30¢ transaction fee, or $99 a month on Pro.
Sources: ruzuku.com · revenuegeeks.com