Clubforce vs. Join It
A simpler alternative to ClubForce
ClubForce is built for grassroots sports clubs in Ireland and the UK that fundraise through club lotto, with plans billed annually. Join It is all-in-one membership software for clubs of every kind: payments, automated renewals, member emails, event registration and Wallet cards, month to month. Choose Clubforce for lotto. Choose Join It for membership.
Clean, modern interface
Transparent pricing
Integrates with the tools you already use
Here’s what happens when Clubforce users switch to Join It
Built to support your workflow, not replace it
Join It offers all the essential membership tools, without forcing you into a closed ecosystem.
Member Timeline
Track key actions across each member’s lifecycle (no CRM degree required).
Useful Integrations
Join It integrates directly with the tools associations use most, Mailchimp, Eventbrite, QuickBooks, plus thousands more through Zapier on every plan.
Custom Checkout Options
Add optional donations, create flexible membership types, and set up one‑time or recurring payments.
Quick, Easy Setup
Get started in minutes. Everything’s self-serve, with fast support if you need help.
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Feature by feature, here’s how it compares
From integrations to support to how pricing actually works, see what sets Join It apart.
Join It
Use with your existing website
Join It
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Custom membership types
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Multiple admin access
Join It
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Custom fields on member profiles
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Digital membership cards
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Automated renewal emails
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Member activity timeline
Join It
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Event management
Join It
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Public and private directories
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Mailchimp and Zapier integration
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Transparent pricing
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No onboarding fees
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Fast, human support
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What sets Join It apart Tagline
Modern design that’s easy to use
Join It
Clean dashboard built for clarity and speed.
Clubforce
Feature-rich but risks complexity for users seeking simplicity.
No bundled bloat
Join It
Just the features you need — nothing extra to pay for or maintain.
Clubforce
Includes lotto, website, app, reporting, competitions, mobile app… whether you need them or not
Digital membership cards included
Join It
Members get scannable, branded digital cards at no extra cost.
Clubforce
No mention of digital membership cards.
True integrations
Join It
Connect to external tools like Eventbrite, Zapier, and Stripe.
Clubforce
Integrations mostly within its own ecosystem; limited mention of external tools
How Clubforce & Join It are alike
Custom membership types
Set up different levels or tiers based on your organisation’s structure.
Set up different levels or tiers based on your organisation’s structure.
Multiple admin access
Let your whole team manage members and access key features.
Let your whole team manage members and access key features.
Automated renewal emails
Save time with automatic reminders and follow‑ups.
Save time with automatic reminders and follow‑ups.
Member directories
Share searchable directories with the public or restrict to members.
Share searchable directories with the public or restrict to members.
Join It vs Clubforce pricing
Join It
Starting at
$29
/mo
Transparent pricing per active members
No onboarding or implementation fees
Includes digital membership cards and key integrations
30‑day free trial with no credit card required
From
$33
/mo
/yr
for Membership or Fundraising
Pricing bundled by feature
Support and training included
Website included for free with any package
No public trial explicitly listed; demo offered
What is the best ClubForce alternative for sports clubs that want flexible membership management?
Join It is a strong ClubForce alternative for sports clubs that want to manage members, dues, renewals, events, digital cards, check-in, and records in a flexible membership platform.
How does Join It compare to ClubForce for sports club dues, attendance, and member records?
Clubforce is sports-club specific, while Join It is a flexible membership platform that can be configured for sports, fitness, recreation, and other member-based groups.
Can I migrate from ClubForce to Join It?
Yes. Sports clubs can migrate from ClubForce to Join It by exporting member records and importing them into Join It’s member database, with bulk import included for free on every Join It plan.
Real people. Exceptional support.
Clubs, associations and nonprofits in 40+ countries run their membership on Join It — and tell us about it in public.
“We have tripled our membership since using Join It. All our records are in one place, while automated emails, renewals, payments and receipts save us so much time.”
“I now know of only 2 membership management companies — Join It and others. I'm normally reserved on reviews but this one deserves more than my normal polite comments. Exceptional experience.”
“Join It has rescued us from WildApricot. This company understands the modern world. They integrate with the best technologies. And they excel in service, knowing that's the best way to serve their bottom line.”
Try Join It and see the difference
No pressure. No credit card. Just modern membership software that works the way you do.
Clubforce vs Join It: how to choose
The short answer: Clubforce suits grassroots sports clubs in Ireland and the UK, especially GAA clubs, that raise money through club lotto and draws. Join It suits clubs, associations and nonprofits anywhere whose main income is membership. As of September 2026, Clubforce costs €25 a month per plan, or €35 for membership and fundraising together, paid annually. Join It suits small associations, chapters and clubs that want a simple all-in-one for membership, renewals, payments, events and member emails that works alongside their existing website, with plans from $29 a month, month to month, and a 30-day free trial with no credit card.
What is Clubforce built for?
Clubforce started as My Club Finances in the west of Ireland and says more than 2,000 clubs use it. Its core customers are GAA, soccer, rugby and other grassroots sports clubs in Ireland and the UK, along with leagues and county boards. Alongside membership, it offers club lotto and 50/50 draws, in-person Tap to Pay, a marketplace for tickets and merchandise, email and SMS, a website builder and league and fixture management.
How much does Clubforce cost?
As of September 2026, Clubforce's Membership plan and Fundraising plan each cost €25 a month, and a bundle of both costs €35 a month, all paid annually. Onboarding support is free. Clubforce payments run through Stripe.
Join It publishes all of its pricing, in US dollars. Plans start at $29 a month on Starter (3% platform fee). Total, at $99 a month (2%), adds digital membership cards, member check-in, a member directory and API access, and Extra, at $199 a month (1.5%), adds custom domains and a dedicated account manager. Plans are month to month, Stripe's processing fees apply, and there are no setup fees. Annual billing saves 10%, and nonprofits get an additional 10% off. See full pricing.
Compare Clubforce's annual price with Join It's monthly price plus platform fees, using your own numbers.
When is Join It the better choice?
Join It is the better choice for clubs whose main income is membership fees and that want month-to-month plans and digital membership cards without a club app.
- Membership is your club's main source of income, rather than lotto or draws.
- You're outside the Irish and UK sports club model: a social, hobby, alumni or sports club anywhere in the world.
- You want membership on members' phones without a club app. Clubforce works through its own club app. On Join It's Total plan and above, members get a branded digital membership card in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, and you can check in members at the clubhouse door with any phone camera.
- You want simple built-in tools that also connect to the ones you already use. Join It has simple event registration and targeted member emails built in. When you need more, it integrates directly with the tools clubs use most, such as Mailchimp and Eventbrite, plus thousands more through Zapier on every plan.
- You don't need a full club website. Clubforce includes a website builder. Join It works alongside the website you already have, and if you only need a simple online home for your members, the Join It member portal gives you one without building a whole site: share posts, list upcoming events and give members a searchable directory (Total plan and above).
- You'd rather pay month to month. Clubforce plans are paid annually. Join It plans are month to month.
When Clubforce may be the better fit
Clubforce may be a better fit than Join It if:
- Club lotto and draws are a major part of your fundraising.
- You're a GAA or Irish sports club and want software built around how those clubs run.
- You need league, fixture and competition management.
Questions to ask before you choose
- Where does most of our income come from: membership fees or fundraising?
- What will we pay in a typical year, including payment fees?
- Do we need lotto, league management or SMS?
- How will members prove their membership at the clubhouse or at events?
Join It is trusted by more than 4,000 membership organizations in 40 countries and has processed over $100 million in membership payments since 2016.
Comparing other options? See all Join It alternatives and comparisons.
Last reviewed: October 1, 2026. Clubforce pricing and product details are taken from clubforce.com and may change. Check their current pricing before making a decision.
