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# Brilliant Directories

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> ✨TRY 7-DAY FREE TRIAL: BrilliantDirectories.com/Trial —— 🏆 One of the highest-reviewed membership and directory platforms on Capterra.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 803 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses Brilliant Directories?

📍 Local Directories — 🎉 Membership Clubs — 🏙️ Online Communities — 💼 Professional Networks — 🌐 Organizations — 🎗️ Non-Profits — 💻 Digital Marketers — 🏫 Educational Groups — 🎓 Alumni Networks

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.8/5** | 803 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Brilliant Directories
- **Founded**: 2008

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$1,450.00
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: English, French, German, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States

## Features

- Access Controls/Permissions
- Activity Dashboard
- Advertising Management
- Alerts/Notifications
- Application Management
- Commenting/Notes
- Communication Management
- Contact Database
- Content Management System (CMS) Software
- Customer Portal
- Customizable Branding
- Data Import/Export
- Directory Listing Management
- Dues Management
- Electronic Payments
- Email Marketing Software
- Event Management Software
- Event Scheduling
- Ideation
- Layout & Design
- Member Communication
- Member Communities
- Member Database
- Member Directory
- Member Portal
- Member Types
- Membership Renewals
- Moderation
- Payment Processing Software
- Registration Management
- Reporting & Statistics
- SEO Management
- Search/Filter
- Third-Party Integrations
- Website Management

## Integrations (24 total)

- ActiveCampaign
- ClickFunnels
- Drip
- Eventbrite
- GetResponse
- Gmail
- Google Maps
- Google Sheets
- Google Translate
- HubSpot CRM
- Kajabi
- Mailchimp
- Mailjet
- Pabbly Connect
- Pabbly Subscriptions

... and 9 more integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base Software
- Phone Support
- Chat

## Category

- [Membership Management Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/20045/membership-management/software)

## Related Categories

- [Association Management Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30113/association-management/software)
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- [Community Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/30800/community/software)
- [Directory Software](https://www.capterra.ca/directory/31816/directory/software)

## Alternatives

1. [ToucanTech](https://www.capterra.ca/software/140805/toucantech) — 4.9/5 (151 reviews)
2. [Almabase](https://www.capterra.ca/software/133653/almabase) — 4.7/5 (144 reviews)
3. [Connecteam](https://www.capterra.ca/software/153140/connecteam) — 4.6/5 (5060 reviews)
4. [Raklet](https://www.capterra.ca/software/148555/raklet) — 4.7/5 (92 reviews)
5. [VeryConnect](https://www.capterra.ca/software/149825/veryconnect) — 4.9/5 (36 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Very Comprehensive and with time easy to use interface" — 5.0/5

> **Marco** | *April 28, 2025* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: At first it’s intimidating for no developer person but I really love that they provide with lots of tutorials and constant webinars, that really make it easy to follow
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> **Cons**: I would love to see the new design / front end themes capabilities that they said it’s coming along now that the rest of the back end it’s pretty robust
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> It’s definitely a learning curve as everything in life but I love that you would deal with the headache of other methods building directories like Wordpress which I tried for many years and it was just a headache, can not believe why took me so long to find BD.

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### "the most complete package of all directory platforms out there\!" — 5.0/5

> **Mike** | *December 30, 2024* | Publishing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It was the most complete package of all directory platforms out there\!
> 
> **Cons**: There is a bit of tech to deal with, but nothing unmanageable. Besides they have a great support team and their online guides are right on\!
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> My experience has been nothing but positive so far. All of my questions have been answered... needed to book a short 15 min session, no problems... Customer support even followed up with me to make sure all was good... who does that these days? Keep it up BD\!

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### "A Solid Foundation for My Directory Dreams" — 5.0/5

> **Adrian** | *July 31, 2024* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I've been really impressed with how easy Brilliant Directories is to use. I'm not a tech whiz by any means, but I was able to figure things out pretty quickly. The search/filter function is a major standout – it's super intuitive and exactly what I need to help users find what they're looking for. Plus, I love that there are tons of customization options, even though I haven't had a chance to really dive into them yet.
> 
> **Cons**: Honestly, the design feels a bit dated. It's not a dealbreaker, but I would love to see some fresher, more modern templates. Also, while the basic SEO tools are helpful, I wish there were more advanced options for someone like me who's trying to get their directory noticed. And, fair warning, there is a bit of a learning curve – it's easy to get started, but mastering all the features will take some time.
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> Even though I'm still new to Brilliant Directories, I'm really excited about its potential. It's been super easy to use so far, and the core features are exactly what I need to build a successful directory. I'm looking forward to digging deeper and seeing just how far I can take it.

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### "Excellent membership community builder" — 5.0/5

> **Steve** | *May 6, 2025* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Great software to build my community and memberships. Excellent product. Thank you\!
> 
> **Cons**: I’d love to be able to build out sites for my clients using additional domains and separate communities.
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> Excellent experience building a community membership site for my Agency. Intuitive platform.

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### "Mature product with outdated UI though" — 4.0/5

> **Anthony** | *October 4, 2024* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: It's a mature product with well thought out details every step of the way.
> 
> **Cons**: UI is apparently outdated, like we're back in Y2K.
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> Worth to give it a spin, customize it as you like it.

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