Brilliant Directories vs Steady
| Brilliant Directories | Steady | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $40/mo | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | $40/mo | — |
| Custom domain | Yes | No |
| Content gating | page | full_site |
| Subscription billing | both | recurring |
| Drip content | No | — |
| Member limit | 5,000 members | — |
| Transaction fee | 0% platform fee; payment processor fees apply | 10% Steady commission, plus variable payment-provider fees and VAT |
Both are listed in Best Membership Site Platforms. On The Geeks Club, Brilliant Directories scores higher on our published basis.