MemberPress vs. Join It

A leaner alternative to MemberPress

MemberPress delivers a robust, all‑in‑one WordPress membership and LMS plugin—packed with content protection, drip features, course building, analytics, and upsell tools. Join It gives you the core membership tools you need, without the WordPress dependency, plugin tug-of-war, or developer maintenance.

Clean, modern interface

Transparent pricing

Integrates with the tools you already use

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

Before (with MemberPress)
WordPress plugin requiring self-hosting, plugin updates, and technical setup
Annual license pricing—Basic at ~$179.50/year, Plus ~$299.50/year, Pro ~$399.50/year—with features like LMS, gifting, corporate accounts, and order bumps tiered across plans
Rich functionality: paywalls, course builder, coaching tools, forums, analytics, content rules, and add-ons—but setup can be complex for non-technical users
Requires time for setup wizard, plugin configuration, and maintaining upgrades/customizations
After (with Join It)
Clean, intuitive interface built for ease and clarity
Transparent plans starting at $29/month, with no hidden licensing or renewal quirks
Seamless integrations with Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Stripe, Zapier—no coding needed
Core membership essentials like digital membership cards, member timelines, automated renewals, and self-service dashboards—right out of the box
Fast, self-serve setup plus friendly, expert support—no developer or plugin admin required

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

Member Timeline

Track key actions across each member’s lifecycle (no CRM degree required).

Useful Integrations

Useful Integrations

Connect Join It to Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Zapier, and Stripe to keep everything in sync.

Custom Checkout Options

Custom Checkout Options

Add optional donations, create flexible membership types, and set up one‑time or recurring payments.

Quick, Easy Setup

Quick, Easy Setup

Get started in minutes. Everything’s self-serve, with fast support if you need help.

Feature by feature, here’s how it compares

From ease of configuration to total cost of ownership, see why Join It is the smarter, leaner choice.

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Use with your existing website

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Custom membership types

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Multiple admin access

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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

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Event management

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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

Membership-first simplicity

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Clean, intuitive, all hosted.

MemberPress

Powerful but requires WordPress, hosting, and maintenance.

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All essential features by default

Join It

Digital cards, timelines, integrations included.

MemberPress

Must upgrade or install add-ons for features like LMS, gifting, corporate accounts.

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Transparent flat pricing

Join It

$29/month includes everything you need.

MemberPress

Feature gate costs hidden in tiered licensing.

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No code, no plugins, no hosting

Join It

Self-serve, no tech stack required.

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Requires technical knowledge to manage and troubleshoot.

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Tagline How MemberPress & Join It are alike

Both support membership tiers, subscriptions, coupon codes, automated emails, and member dashboards.

Both support membership tiers, subscriptions, coupon codes, automated emails, and member dashboards.

Both empower you to monetize content, courses, and digital resources.

Both empower you to monetize content, courses, and digital resources.

Both handle self-service subscription management and offer robust member experiences.

Both handle self-service subscription management and offer robust member experiences.

Join It vs MemberPress pricing

Join It

Starting at

$29

/mo

Transparent, inclusive pricing with no hidden tiers

No installation or hosting required

Includes digital cards, core features, and integrations

14-day free trial—no credit card required

Starting at

$179.50

/mo

/yr

Paid tiers range up to ~$399.50/year with additional features

Requires WordPress hosting and manual setup

Add-ons or premium tools may increase complexity and overall cost

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Top-rated customer support

4.9 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!
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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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