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Associatify vs Memship
Both stand on membership management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APIWeb
Associatify combines association and foundation workflows, with a no-cost option for groups of up to 100 members. Note that in-app card payments are unavailable and several listed features are not yet available.
Visit Associatify Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb
Memship covers membership records, activities, payment collection, and member self-service in a self-hosted application. Organizations should account for the Docker and Docker Compose requirement and the current reliance on a phone browser rather than a dedicated mobile app.
Visit MemshipThe facts
| Associatify | Memship | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: €89 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | Associatify | Not published |
| Website | associatify.org | openmemship.com |
| On membership management software | #2 of 106 | #1 of 106 |
Associatify: what it does well
- Free tier supports up to 100 members.
- Member records include custom types, statuses, and fields.
- Events include RSVPs, waitlists, and reminders.
- AI summarizes and scores grant applications for reviewer consideration.
- Workspace data is hosted in the EU.
What to know first
- Card payments are not processed inside the app.
- Several features are marked coming soon.
- Free plan is limited to one admin.
- Paid Starter begins at €89 a month.
Memship: what it does well
- Full application listed as free
- No subscriptions or per-member fees
- Member data stays on the organization's server by default
- Supports activity registration, waiting lists, and payments
- Members can use a phone browser to book and pay
What to know first
- Quick start requires Docker and Docker Compose
- Dedicated mobile app is still in development
- Email campaigns and direct messaging are planned, not current
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