Podia vs. Join It
A cleaner alternative to Podia

Podia delivers an allâinâone platform for creatorsâencompassing courses, downloads, webinars, coaching, community, website, email, and storefront. Join It gives you the core membership features you need, without unnecessary complexity, transaction fees, or marketing-focused overload.
Clean, modern interface
Transparent pricing
Integrates with the tools you already use

Hereâs what happens when Podia 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 memberâs lifecycle (no CRM degree required).
Useful Integrations
Connect Join It to Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Zapier, and Stripe to keep everything in sync.
Custom Checkout Options
Add optional donations, create flexible membership types, and set up oneâtime or recurring payments.
Quick, Easy Setup
Get started in minutes. Everythingâs self-serve, with fast support if you need help.
Feature by feature, hereâs 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
Alternative
Custom membership types
Join It
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Multiple admin access
Join It
Alternative
Custom fields on member profiles
Join It
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Digital membership cards
Join It
Alternative
Automated renewal emails
Join It
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Member activity timeline
Join It
Alternative
Event management
Join It
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Public and private directories
Join It
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Mailchimp and Zapier integration
Join It
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Transparent pricing
Join It
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No onboarding fees
Join It
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Fast, human support
Join It
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What sets Join It apart
Modern, distraction-free design
Join It
Clean, focused interface tailored for membership.
Podia
Feature-packed, which can feel overwhelming.

Zero transaction fees included
Join It
No feesâjust your plan price.
Podia
Mover Plan charges 5% of every transaction

Membership-first functionality
Join It
Cards, timelines, flexible typesâall membership centered.
Podia
Creator-first with courses, sales, community; less emphasis on membership essentials.

Predictable, inclusive pricing
Join It
Transparent flat rate, no hidden costs.
Podia
Higher tiers unlock key features; costs add up via email and team add-ons

Tagline How Podia & Join It are alike
Both offer built-in website, email, and product management tools.
Both offer built-in website, email, and product management tools.
Both support online courses, communities, coaching, and digital products.
Both support online courses, communities, coaching, and digital products.
Both include email automation and marketing features.
Both include email automation and marketing features.
Both provide responsive support for users.
Both provide responsive support for users.
Join It vs Podia pricing
Join It
Starting at
$29
/mo
Transparent pricing based on active members
No onboarding or implementation fees
Includes digital membership cards and key integrations
14âday free trial, no credit card required
Starting at
$39
/mo
/yr
Transaction fees apply on the entry plan (5%)
Paid tiers range up to $89/month, with higher plans removing transaction fees and adding affiliate tools and Zapier actions
Email marketing and team access may incur additional fees
Annual discounts available
Top-rated customer support
4.9 Stars on Capterra
Try Join It and see the difference
No pressure. No credit card. Just modern membership software that works the way you do.

