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MemberDex vs Skool
Both stand on community platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb
MemberDex combines a searchable directory with administrative, contact, moderation, and engagement functions. Its paid tiers scale by member capacity, while the trial allows evaluation before subscribing.
Visit MemberDex Paid WebiPhoneAndroid
Skool combines community hosting with courses, video, live calls, events, private spaces, and moderation. Both plans list the same unlimited allowances for four core items, with different monthly prices.
Visit SkoolThe facts
| MemberDex | Skool | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Web, iPhone, Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $15 a month | Hobby: $9 a month |
| Plans published | 7 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Skool |
| Website | memberdex.app | skool.com |
| On community platforms | #95 of 126 | #99 of 126 |
MemberDex: what it does well
- Search and filter member profiles
- Offline access to last-synced directory
- CSV import and bulk invitations
- Moderation tools and event hosting
- Available on web, iOS, and Android
What to know first
- No free plan
- Starter plan limits active members to 25
Skool: what it does well
- Available on web, iOS, and Android.
- Both plans include unlimited members and courses.
- Both plans include unlimited videos and live calls.
- Includes event hosting and private spaces.
What to know first
- No free plan.
- Hobby costs $9 a month.
- Pro costs $99 a month.
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