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Brilliant Directories vs Paddle

Brilliant Directories (Directory Builder) and Paddle (Payments) take different approaches to development. Brilliant Directories: All-in-one hosted directory platform with 30K+ sites ($2.9M revenue) Paddle: Merchant of record for SaaS with subscription management and global tax compliance

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Brilliant Directories

All-in-one hosted directory platform with 30K+ sites ($2.9M revenue)

Category
Directory Builder
Subcategory
SaaS
Pricing
~$145/mo or $950/yr
Tier
paid
directory buildersaas
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Paddle

Merchant of record for SaaS with subscription management and global tax compliance

Category
Payments
Subcategory
Merchant of Record
Pricing
5% + $0.50/txn
Tier
paid
paymentsmerchant of record

Key differences

DimensionBrilliant DirectoriesPaddle
Pricing~$145/mo or $950/yr5% + $0.50/txn
PlatformSaaSMerchant of Record
Capabilitiesdirectory builder, saaspayments, merchant of record

Choose Brilliant Directories if...

  • Brilliant Directories fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Paddle if...

  • Paddle fits your specific workflow and team preferences

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Frequently asked questions

Is Brilliant Directories or Paddle better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Brilliant Directories and Paddle are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Brilliant Directories or Paddle?
Both have a paid pricing model. Brilliant Directories: ~$145/mo or $950/yr. Paddle: 5% + $0.50/txn. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Brilliant Directories and Paddle together?
Yes — Brilliant Directories (Directory Builder) and Paddle (Payments) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Brilliant Directories and Paddle solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a directory builder or a payments.

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