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Head-to-head · Directory Software

Classified Listing vs aDirectory

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score Classified Listing #2 in Directory Software 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 6 of 6 features Visit site
aDirectory #12 in Directory Software 7.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 6 of 6 features Visit aDirectory

Classified Listing leads on 0 checks, aDirectory on 0, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreClassified Listing · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth

Classified Listing scores higher on our rubric for directory software: 8.8 against 7.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #12.

Classified Listing is the better fit for directories needing mobile apps and AI tools. aDirectory is the better fit for self-hosted directories with mature workflows.

  • Classified Listing fits best

    Directories needing mobile apps and AI tools

  • aDirectory fits best

    Self-hosted directories with mature workflows

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Side by side

Feature Classified Listing 8.8/10 Visit ↗ aDirectory 7.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 7.1
Ranking #2 in Directory Software #12 in Directory Software
Best for Directories needing mobile apps and AI tools Self-hosted directories with mature workflows
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $39/site/yr $65/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Money-back guarantee 30 days 14 days
Deployment Self-hosted, Mobile Self-hosted
Support Email, Docs Community, Tickets, Docs · 24/7
Integrations 14 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Classified Listing 6/6 · aDirectory 6/6
Custom listing fields ✓ ✓
Search and filters ✓ ✓
Location features ✓ ✓
Public submissions ✓ ✓
Paid listings ✓ ✓
Import and export ✓ ✓
Specs
Listing limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Custom forms, filters, maps, submissions, and listing monetization
  • AI generation, semantic search, and image enhancement tools
  • Native iOS and Android support plus multiple payment integrations
  • Custom fields and drag-and-drop listing form builder
  • Advanced search with filters, maps, and OpenStreetMap integration
  • Paid listings, subscriptions, imports, comparisons, badges, and reviews
Cons
  • Requires a WordPress website and self-hosted setup
  • Some annual plans limit the license to one site
  • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple directories
  • Requires a WordPress site and self-hosted setup
  • Pricing spans several annual and one-time plans
  • Broader directory features may exceed the needs of simple listings
Our verdict

Classified Listing is a WordPress plugin for creating classified-ad, business-directory, marketplace, real-estate, car, job, and service-directory websites. It combines frontend and guest submissions with custom fields, configurable…

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aDirectory is a self-hosted WordPress plugin for creating business, service, classified, real-estate, restaurant, hotel, and other niche directories. It is aimed at site owners who need more than a basic list: administrators can define…

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  1. Classified ListingDirectory Software 8.8Free plan
  2. aDirectoryDirectory Software 7.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Classified Listing — where it wins

    • Custom forms, filters, maps, submissions, and listing monetization
    • AI generation, semantic search, and image enhancement tools
    • Native iOS and Android support plus multiple payment integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a WordPress website and self-hosted setup
    • Some annual plans limit the license to one site
    • The broad feature set may exceed the needs of simple directories

  • aDirectory — where it wins

    • Custom fields and drag-and-drop listing form builder
    • Advanced search with filters, maps, and OpenStreetMap integration
    • Paid listings, subscriptions, imports, comparisons, badges, and reviews

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a WordPress site and self-hosted setup
    • Pricing spans several annual and one-time plans
    • Broader directory features may exceed the needs of simple listings
  • Classified Listing8.8/10 · Free plan

    A broad directory toolkit with AI, monetization, and native mobile app support.

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  • aDirectory7.1/10 · Free plan

    A broad self-hosted directory toolkit with flexible listings, search, location, and monetization.

    Visit aDirectoryFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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