Head-to-head · Nonprofit Membership Management Software
WildApricot vs Glue Up
WildApricot leads on 0 checks, Glue Up on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreWildApricot · 8.9/10
- Free trialonly WildApricot
WildApricot scores higher on our rubric for nonprofit membership management software: 8.9 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
WildApricot is the better fit for nonprofits seeking an all-in-one membership system. Glue Up is the better fit for associations managing members, events, and communities.
- WildApricot fits best
Nonprofits seeking an all-in-one membership system
- Glue Up fits best
Associations managing members, events, and communities
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Side by side
| Feature | WildApricot 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Glue Up 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #1 in Nonprofit Membership Management Software | #8 in Nonprofit Membership Management Software |
| Best for | Nonprofits seeking an all-in-one membership system | Associations managing members, events, and communities |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $56.10/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 60 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Docs, Phone, Live chat | |
| Compliance | PCI DSS, GDPR | GDPR, SSO/SAML |
| Integrations | 1,600+ integrations | 13 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features WildApricot 0/5 · Glue Up 0/5 | ||
| Online dues payments | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Automated renewals | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Member directory | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Event management | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Member communications | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Member limit | 100 members | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | WildApricot brings together membership records, recurring dues and renewals, event registration, communications, a website builder and online store tools. It is aimed at associations, nonprofits, clubs and other member-based organizations… Read the review → |
Glue Up brings membership administration, events, communications, payments, and community features into one cloud-based platform. It is aimed at associations, chambers of commerce, nonprofits, and other member-based organizations that want… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
WildApricot — where it wins
- Combines member records, dues, renewals, events and member-only pages
- Includes responsive website templates and member and administrator apps
- Offers a 60-day trial without a credit card and no platform transaction fee
Where it doesn't
- The listed entry tier covers 100 contacts
- Monthly billing starts at $66
- Payment-provider fees may apply even though platform transaction fees do not
Glue Up — where it wins
- Combines applications, approvals, renewals, dues, and recurring payments
- Includes event registration, ticketing, payments, and member communications
- Offers member directories, community groups, messaging, and self-service
Where it doesn't
- Professional starts at $3,000 per year, with annual billing
- Payment processing fees vary by processor and configured fee settings
- Multi-chapter management and a dedicated success manager are Enterprise features
- WildApricot8.9/10 · 60-day trial
An all-in-one membership platform with a 60-day trial and a 100-contact entry plan.
Visit WildApricotFull verdict → - Glue Up8.2/10 · Paid
A broad membership and event platform, with annual plans starting at $3,000.
Visit Glue UpFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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