--- description: Detailed reviews on Brilliant Directories based on features, pricing, usability, and ratings. Get a quick overview advantages and disadvantages. Compare Brilliant Directories with similar products. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: Brilliant Directories Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp Canada 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Membership Management Software](/directory/171/membership-management/software) > [Brilliant Directories](/software/107889/brilliant-directories) # Brilliant Directories Canonical: https://www.getapp.ca/software/107889/brilliant-directories Page: 1 / 33\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.ca/software/107889/brilliant-directories?page=2) > Brilliant Directories is a cloud-based directory software for creating directory websites, with built-in themes, member management, payment processing, and more > > Verdict: Rated **4.8/5** by 803 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of Brilliant Directories Brilliant Directories offers customizable themes, with control over layouts, font styles, colors, and branding, and also includes a range of developer tools for advanced site customization and theme creation. Users can customize the integrated search modules to allow visitors to find content and members by location, category, or keyword, and custom drop-down menus can also be created. Free and paid membership packages can be created, with options for monthly, semi-annual, and annual billing, and more than 40 control for member access restrictions and privileges. Integrated payment processing allows users to accept one-time payments and setup recurring subscriptions, with automated payments, tools for managing past-due payments, and sales of additional products and services. The built-in library of over 50 customizable email templates covers welcome emails, forgotten passwords, account upgrade confirmations, and more, and users can also create and send newsletters to subscriber lists, and segment members for marketing communications. ## 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 - @mentions - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Accounting Integration - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Advertising Management - Alerts/Notifications - Application Management - Attendance Tracking Software - CRM Software - Calendar Management - Chapter Management - Chat/Messaging - Commenting/Notes - Committee Management - Communication Management - Contact Database - Contact Management Software - Content Management System (CMS) Software ## 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.getapp.ca/directory/171/membership-management/software) ## Related Categories - [Association Management Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/165/association-management/software) - [Membership Management Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/171/membership-management/software) - [Community Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/585/online-community/software) - [Directory Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/2571/directory/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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(Nor are cars with all the safety systems, a larger family car, or sports cars.) > > I have tried other directories, from the best sellers to others that are very simple and low payment. However, I have also had problems with them and mainly with translation. Every time the loco translate plugin was updated, it would misconfigure everything, or with the theme itself when it was updated, it would get something unconfigured. Mainly in the part where customers showed their information, which is in Spanish. And that was very frequent. And the creator of that directory preferred sales to having translation into another language natively. And this was a real headache: to stop paying attention to other things to correct this. To begin with, that's why I switched to Brilliant directories, because it already has the Spanish language by default. And now that I have your attention, let me tell you how good and how bad Brilliant directories has been for me and why FOR ME, IT WAS A HEADACHE NOT TO HAVE USED IT BEFORE: The Good: You save a lot of effort. Short and fast learning curve. Its basic tutorials to get started are clear. If you're not a developer, this is your best buy. The support team is fast and effective. You will save yourself something that is more expensive in your entire life: time. (Time that you don't have enough or that you can dedicate to other projects). The Bad: It's not cheap. (Nor are cars with all the safety systems, a larger family car, or sports cars.) However, for me, it's worth every penny I spent. If you are an entrepreneur and you are starting out and you do not have many resources, I suggest that you save and invest in it. Even if it's with the basics. For me it is a way of investing in an asset that will generate passive income. So I consider it to be a good investment in the short and long term, or a good expense that is worth making. That's why I'm telling you. It will be a headache if you don't have brilliant directories, you're going to waste a lot of time updating other directories ----- ### "Top notch all the way\!" — 5.0/5 > **James** | *December 17, 2024* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Well thought out, everything is in there. I was trying to cobble together a directory site in WordPress, what a mess. This is so smooth and efficient, love it\! > > **Cons**: I haven't found anything yet to be honest. > > Excellent product and super support and service. Top notch all the way. ----- ### "So far, not bad" — 3.0/5 > **Nasser** | *December 28, 2015* > > On the positive side, Brilliant Directories is very easy, in fact effortless, to initially get up and running. That's good. On the negative side, I'm finding it difficult to understand how to customize the system according to my needs. I am a web developer with years of experience with php, javacscript, SQL Server, etc. I just a simple set of documentation which tells me how I can access the source code, and what the API is (if there is one). The Customer Service response time is very fast, and so far they have been very good at helping with DNS changes. However, with regards to customization, so far I have only received responses telling me it can't be done, or I have to ask for a quote in the marketplace, or I have to spend $100 of my allowance to set up a call with an expert. I am a web developer\! I want to do this stuff myself. Please help me out here. (I've already paid a reasonable amount of money. If I need something that I can't do myself then, rest assured, I'll pay you more). Thank you. ----- ### "Exciting Journey to Build a Thriving Local Directory" — 5.0/5 > **Mark** | *October 4, 2024* | Marketing & Advertising | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I like most about Brilliant Directories is how comprehensive and user-friendly the platform is, making it possible for someone like me, with no prior experience, to build a directory that serves my community. The range of features provides local businesses with a powerful way to reach thousands of potential customers, while also allowing locals and visitors to discover hidden gems and great deals. > > **Cons**: The learning curve can feel a bit steep for someone who's new to building directories, but the support and resources available help bridge that gap. It's a challenge, but one I'm excited to tackle because the potential benefits are well worth the effort. > > Overall, my experience with Brilliant Directories is both exciting and educational. It's taken me out of my comfort zone, but in a good way. While it's still a work-in-progress, I'm confident that the end result will be a powerful tool for connecting local businesses with potential customers and showcasing the best our region has to offer. ----- ### "Amazing platform for a start up" — 5.0/5 > **David** | *December 7, 2024* | Professional Training & Coaching | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It has the possibility of having not just a website or a membership site, but a business in a few days. Very good. > > **Cons**: At the start took me some time to figure out how to get where I wanted. Perhaps the website builder is not so intuitive, but I see other people's webs, and I guess this is something possible reading the documentation. > > The platform is very customizable, with a lot of features, and offers immediate opportunities for having a business. 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