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Head-to-head · Directory Software

Directify vs Directorist

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score Directify #4 in Directory Software 7.9/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 6 of 6 features Visit Directify
Directorist #7 in Directory Software 7.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 6 of 6 features Visit Directorist

Directify leads on 0 checks, Directorist 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 scoreDirectify · 7.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Directify

Directify scores higher on our rubric for directory software: 7.9 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.

Directify is the better fit for broad directories with monetization and automation. Directorist is the better fit for self-hosted multi-directory WordPress projects.

  • Directify fits best

    Broad directories with monetization and automation

  • Directorist fits best

    Self-hosted multi-directory WordPress projects

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Side by side

Feature Directify 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Directorist 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.6
Ranking #4 in Directory Software #7 in Directory Software
Best for Broad directories with monetization and automation Self-hosted multi-directory WordPress projects
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $12/mo $129/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 7 days —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Self-hosted, Cloud
Platforms Web, Chrome extension Web
Support Email, Live chat, Community, Docs Tickets, Live chat, Docs, Community
Integrations 15 integrations 8 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Directify 6/6 · Directorist 6/6
Custom listing fields ✓ ✓
Search and filters ✓ ✓
Location features ✓ ✓
Public submissions ✓ ✓
Paid listings ✓ ✓
Import and export ✓ ✓
Specs
Listing limit 50 Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • AI can generate categories, fields, sample listings, and SEO
  • Supports maps, advanced search, submissions, imports, and paid listings
  • REST API, webhooks, and integrations support automation and growth
  • Unlimited custom fields, advanced search, geolocation, and radius search
  • Supports multiple directories, paid listings, payments, and CSV migration
  • Integrates with Elementor, WooCommerce, WPML, BuddyPress, and Mailchimp
Cons
  • The Free plan allows only 1 directory and 10 listings
  • Unlimited listings and payments begin on the $39/month Pro plan
  • Advanced capabilities are spread across five paid and free tiers
  • Requires a WordPress site and self-hosted setup
  • Paid annual plans start at $129 per site per year
  • One-time Agency pricing covers 20 sites rather than unlimited sites
Our verdict

Directify is a hosted, no-code platform for creating searchable directory websites for businesses, products, professionals, locations, and communities. It suits operators who need public listings, visitor search, custom fields, maps,…

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Directorist is a WordPress plugin for creating and managing online directories across niches such as businesses, services, real estate, jobs, restaurants, and classified ads. It combines a drag-and-drop directory and form builder with…

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  1. DirectifyDirectory Software 7.9Free plan · 7-day trial
  2. DirectoristDirectory Software 7.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Directify — where it wins

    • AI can generate categories, fields, sample listings, and SEO
    • Supports maps, advanced search, submissions, imports, and paid listings
    • REST API, webhooks, and integrations support automation and growth

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan allows only 1 directory and 10 listings
    • Unlimited listings and payments begin on the $39/month Pro plan
    • Advanced capabilities are spread across five paid and free tiers

  • Directorist — where it wins

    • Unlimited custom fields, advanced search, geolocation, and radius search
    • Supports multiple directories, paid listings, payments, and CSV migration
    • Integrates with Elementor, WooCommerce, WPML, BuddyPress, and Mailchimp

    Where it doesn't

    • Requires a WordPress site and self-hosted setup
    • Paid annual plans start at $129 per site per year
    • One-time Agency pricing covers 20 sites rather than unlimited sites

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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