Member365 vs. Join It

A simpler alternative to Member365

Member365 is an all-in-one platform built for associations, but its bundled system means more tools to learn and higher starting costs. Join It offers a cleaner way to manage members and works with the tools you already use.

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

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

Join It

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Integrates with your tools

Join It

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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

Any questions on this Join It as an alternative to Member365?

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Top-rated customer support

4.7 Stars on Capterra

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ZFIT found Join It to be very simple to understand due to its clean layout and stellar customer support. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for membership software!
ZFIT
Bernd Z.
The Modern Whig Institute appreciated how easy it was to set up their membership program and then make adjustments as needed. Would highly recommend Join It to others.
Modern Whig Institute
Kevin J Rogers
Easily handles our membership management needs with a minimum of fuss. Excellent value for the money. Tremendous customer support (can't say this enough!)
The Orient Association
Tony A.

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
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