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GatherAMS vs Memberful
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.
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GatherAMS brings member records, dues, event registration, and communications into one membership platform. Check the contact limits and missing QuickBooks sync or dedicated apps against your organization’s needs.
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Memberful brings billing, content delivery, branding, and member administration into one membership platform. The Standard plan has clear inclusions, while transaction fees and the lack of a free plan affect budgeting.
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| GatherAMS | Memberful | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Club: $45 a month | Standard: $49 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Maker | GatherAMS | Not published |
| Website | gatherams.com | memberful.com |
| On membership management software | #33 of 106 | #37 of 106 |
GatherAMS: what it does well
- Imports existing spreadsheets into a member portal.
- Automates invoices, renewal reminders, and recurring payments.
- Events include waitlists and QR check-in.
- Data can be exported at any time.
What to know first
- No free plan.
- Two-way QuickBooks sync is unavailable.
- Dedicated mobile apps are not available.
- SMS is not planned.
Memberful: what it does well
- Supports multiple recurring billing intervals
- Provides full-site content gating
- Includes website builder and custom domains
- Offers WordPress, Mailchimp, Discord, and Zapier integrations
- GraphQL API and webhooks available
What to know first
- No free plan
- Standard adds a 4.9% transaction fee
- Standard costs $49 a month
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