Member365 vs. Join It

A simpler alternative to Member365

Member365 is an all-in-one platform for associations, from $299 a month plus a setup fee, with integrations sold as add-ons. Join It is all-in-one and simpler: payments, automated renewals, member emails, event registration and Wallet cards, from $29 a month, with every integration included. Set it up yourself, no setup fee.

Clean, modern interface

No long onboarding or setup delays

Integrates with Eventbrite, Mailchimp, and more

Here’s what happens when Member365 users switch to Join It

Before (with Member365)
All-in-one system with dozens of built-in tools to learn
Higher starting price and add-ons for advanced features
Locked into one ecosystem with limited external integrations
Complex backend that can feel overwhelming
Longer setup and onboarding process
After (with Join It)
Use just the tools you need — no bloated software
Starts at $29/month with clear, flat-rate pricing
Connects with Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Stripe, and more
Clean, intuitive design for both admins and members
Quick setup and helpful, human support from day one

Built to support your workflow, not replace it

Join It offers all the essential membership tools, without forcing you into a closed ecosystem.

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

Join It

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Multiple admin access

Join It

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Custom fields

Join It

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Payment processing

Join It

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Digital membership cards

Join It

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Automated renewal emails

Join It

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Member activity timeline

Join It

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Mailchimp integration

Join It

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Event management

Join It

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Flexible pricing

Join It

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Transparent billing

Join It

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Integrates with your tools

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What sets Join It apart

Modern, intuitive interface

Join It

Clean, easy-to-use design built for simplicity — no training required.

Member365

Dense menus and configuration-heavy workflows can feel overwhelming.

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Digital membership cards included

Join It

Mobile-friendly cards with QR codes are built in at no extra cost.

Member365

No digital membership cards offered.

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Works with the tools you already use

Join It

Connects with Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Stripe, Zapier, and more.

Member365

Built as an all-in-one — limited native integrations with external tools.

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Flat-rate pricing with no surprises

Join It

Clear pricing by plan, not feature count or member volume.

Member365

Starts at $149/month, with additional tiers and feature-based pricing.

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Member activity timeline

Join It

See a full log of member actions — payments, renewals, emails, and more.

Member365

No centralized timeline view for member engagement.

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How Member365 & Join It are alike

Custom membership types

Set up multiple levels with unique pricing, access, and benefits.

Set up multiple levels with unique pricing, access, and benefits.

Multiple admin access

Invite teammates to manage memberships, payments, or communications.

Invite teammates to manage memberships, payments, or communications.

Automated renewal emails

Trigger reminder emails when memberships are about to expire.

Trigger reminder emails when memberships are about to expire.

Online payments

Collect dues or donations with integrated credit card processing.

Collect dues or donations with integrated credit card processing.

Event management options

Host events, track attendance, and offer member pricing.

Host events, track attendance, and offer member pricing.

Member portals

Let members log in, update their info, and access private content.

Let members log in, update their info, and access private content.

Email tools

Send newsletters, updates, or onboarding emails to your contacts.

Send newsletters, updates, or onboarding emails to your contacts.

Join It vs Member365 pricing

Join It

Starting at

$29

/mo

Pricing scales based on active members

No setup fees or long contracts

30-day free trial — no credit card required

Includes digital membership cards, admin access, and integrations

Starting at

$3985

/mo

/yr

All-in-one system with bundled tools

Pricing depends on organization size and features

Additional tiers and add-ons for LMS, CE tracking, and fundraising

No public trial details listed

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Frequently Asked Questions about Member365 vs Join It

What is the best Member365 alternative for associations that want simpler membership workflows?

Join It is a strong Member365 alternative for associations that want focused membership management without adopting a broad association suite they may not fully use.

Member365 can be useful for associations looking for a bundled system with many association-management components. Join It is better suited to teams that want to manage core membership workflows cleanly: member records, membership types, payments, renewals, events, member portals, digital cards, and integrations. Join It has supported 4,000+ membership organizations since 2016, processing over $100M in payments, with a 4.7 Capterra rating overall and 4.9 for customer service. For associations that already have tools they like for email, events, websites, or finance, Join It provides a more flexible way to improve membership operations without replacing the entire stack.

How does Join It compare to Member365 for day-to-day association administration?

Member365 leans toward a larger association-management suite, while Join It focuses on making everyday membership administration easier to run and easier to understand.

Associations often need reliable member data, straightforward dues collection, renewal reminders, event connections, and reporting that staff or volunteers can use without a long learning curve. Join It is built around those everyday workflows and keeps them connected to a central member database. This makes it a good fit for organizations that want a practical membership system rather than a wide suite of modules that may take more time to configure, train on, and maintain.

Can I migrate from Member365 to Join It?

Yes. Associations can migrate from Member365 to Join It by exporting their member data and importing it into Join It.

A Member365 migration should start by identifying the membership data that needs to move: member records, membership types, statuses, renewal dates, custom fields, and payment-related history where available. Join It can then be configured around your membership structure, with bulk import included for free on every plan. This gives your team a clear path to move from a broader suite into a more focused membership platform without rebuilding the member database manually.

4.7 stars across Capterra, G2 & Trustpilot

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.”

Illawarra Folk Club Inc
Paul G.

“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.”

Zimbabwe Voluntary Association
Sasha R.

“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.”

International Coach Federation Oregon
Dominic K.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 by membership admins on:
Software Advice — Join It rated 4.7 out of 5
GetApp user reviews — Join It rated 4.7 out of 5
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Try Join It and see the difference

No pressure. No credit card. Just modern membership software that works the way you do.

30 day free trial
Transparent pricing
Quick setup and live support
Software Advice — Join It rated 4.7 out of 5
GetApp user reviews — Join It rated 4.7 out of 5
Capterra badge — Join It rated 4.7 out of 5

Member365 vs Join It: how to choose

The short answer: Member365 suits associations that want one system for events, committees, forums and continuing-education tracking, with guided onboarding from a dedicated coach. Join It suits organizations that want to set up membership themselves, month to month. As of September 2026, Member365 starts at $299 a month plus a setup fee, with Zapier, QuickBooks and API access sold as add-ons. 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 Member365 built for?

Member365 serves professional and trade associations, chambers, nonprofits, unions and regulatory bodies. It combines a membership CRM with events, email, a member portal, committees, forums, a job board, an online store and voting. Continuing-education tracking and a learning platform are available as add-ons. New customers get guided onboarding with a dedicated coach, and data is hosted in Canada.

How much does Member365 cost?

As of September 2026, Member365 starts at $299 a month plus a one-time setup fee that depends on your onboarding needs. Review sites list higher tiers at $399 and $499 a month, based on the number of contacts. Integrations such as Zapier and QuickBooks, API access, continuing-education tracking and the learning platform are paid add-ons. Ask Member365 for a quote that includes setup and the add-ons you'll need.

Join It publishes all of its pricing. 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.

Member365 usually costs more than Join It: it starts at $299 a month plus a setup fee, with integrations as paid add-ons, while Join It starts at $29 a month with no setup fees. Member365's price includes guided onboarding with a dedicated coach.

When is Join It the better choice?

Join It is usually the better choice over Member365 for organizations that want to set up membership themselves, month to month, with integrations included on every plan, particularly if:

  • You want to set it up yourself, without a setup fee. Member365 charges a one-time setup fee tied to its guided onboarding. With Join It there are no setup fees, and you can be live in days.
  • You don't want to pay extra for each connection. Member365 sells Zapier, QuickBooks and API access as paid add-ons. Join It integrates directly with the tools associations use most, such as Mailchimp, Eventbrite, QuickBooks, HubSpot and Salesforce, plus thousands more through Zapier on every plan, with no add-on fees.
  • You want a lower starting price. Member365 starts at $299 a month before setup and add-ons. Join It starts at $29 a month, and API access is included from the Total plan at $99.
  • You'd rather not sign up for more than you need. Member365 bundles committees, forums, a job board, an online store and voting. Join It is a simpler all-in-one, with membership, payments, simple event registration, targeted member emails and a member portal, month to month, plus integrations when you need more.

When Member365 may be the better fit

Member365 may be a better fit than Join It if:

  • You need continuing-education tracking or a learning platform alongside your member records.
  • You run committees, elections or forums and want them in your membership system.
  • You need your data hosted in Canada.

What do Member365 reviews say?

On Capterra, as of September 30, 2026, Join It scores 4.7 from 83 reviews and Member365 scores 4.3 from 47.

SiteJoin ItMember365
Cap­terra4.7 (83 reviews)4.3 (47 reviews)

Member365 reviewers value having everything in one place and the support team. The most common complaints are a learning curve and limits on customization.

Does Member365 offer digital membership cards?

Yes, but not in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet: Member365 members can download a branded card from the member portal. Join It's digital membership cards live in your members' Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, show live membership status and can be scanned to check in members at the door with any phone camera, and work alongside events you run with Join It's built-in event registration.

Can I switch from Member365 to Join It without members re-entering card details?

Yes, if your members already pay through your own Stripe account: Join It's team can bring their existing Stripe subscriptions across, so they won't need to re-enter their card details.

  • Check your renewal date and any notice period in your agreement.
  • Start a Join It free trial and set up your membership types and renewal emails.
  • Export your member records from Member365 and import them into Join It. Join It's team can do the import for you on any plan, even during your free trial.
  • Plan the payment switch. If you use a payment processor other than Stripe, members will set up card payments with Stripe when they next renew, so time the move before your main renewal period.

Questions to ask before you choose

  • What will the first year cost, including setup and any add-ons?
  • Which integrations do we need, and are they included?
  • Do we need continuing-education tracking, committees or forums?
  • Do we want a guided setup, or would we rather do it ourselves?
  • How will members prove their membership 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.

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Last reviewed: October 1, 2026. Member365 pricing is taken from member365.com, G2 and Capterra, and ratings from Capterra. Both may change. Check their current pricing before making a decision.