Who's In vs Hivebrite
Who's In Clubs gives you membership tiers, Stripe payments, group messaging, and event management from $10/mo. Hivebrite charges enterprise pricing ($5,000+/year) with complex implementation timelines.
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Last updated: March 20, 2026
Who's In
$10/mo • Simple & Powerful
- Membership tiers with Stripe payments
- Group messaging & announcements
- Attendance tracking across events
- Event management built-in
- WhatsApp-native communication
Hivebrite
$5,000+/yr • Enterprise
- Full-featured community platform
- White-label branding
- Advanced directory & networking
- CRM integrations
- Enterprise pricing ($5,000+/year)
- Long implementation timeline (weeks-months)
- Overkill for small/medium communities
- No WhatsApp integration
$10/mo Community Tool vs. $5,000+/yr Enterprise Platform
Hivebrite is an enterprise community management platform used by universities, alumni networks, and large professional associations. It offers white-label branding, advanced member directories, CRM integrations, and networking tools — but with enterprise pricing starting at $5,000+/year and implementation timelines measured in weeks or months.
Who's In Clubs is built for community organisers who need membership management without enterprise complexity. At $10/month, you get membership tiers, Stripe payment collection, group messaging, event management, and attendance tracking. Perfect for running clubs, social groups, hobby communities, and small professional networks.
💰 Running a 50-member book club or sports group? $10/mo on Who's In Clubs vs $5,000+/year on Hivebrite. The choice is obvious.
Hivebrite Limitations:
- • Enterprise pricing starts at $5,000+/year
- • Implementation takes weeks to months
- • Overkill for clubs under 500 members
- • No WhatsApp integration
- • No event-level attendance tracking
- • Sales process required — no self-serve signup
Who's In Clubs: What You Actually Need
- $10/mo flat — no sales calls, no contracts
- Membership tiers: free, paid, and invitation-only
- Stripe payments for membership dues and event tickets
- Group messaging and announcements to all members
- Built-in event management with RSVP and check-in
- WhatsApp-native communication and reminders
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Who's In | Hivebrite |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $10/mo | $5,000+/year |
| Self-Serve Signup | Yes — instant | Sales process required |
| Setup Time | 10 minutes | Weeks to months |
| Membership Tiers | Free, paid, invite-only | Advanced tier management |
| Payment Collection | Stripe (2.7%) | Built-in processor |
| Group Messaging | Built-in + WhatsApp | Built-in messaging |
| Event Management | Full RSVP, check-in, waitlist | Basic events |
| Attendance Tracking | Per-event + per-member history | Basic |
| WhatsApp Integration | Native | No |
| White-Label Branding | Custom branding included | Full white-label |
| Member Directory | Basic member list | Advanced searchable directory |
| CRM Integrations | Zapier/Make | Native CRM connectors |
| Multi-language | 10 languages | Multi-language |
| LinkedIn Integration | Full API — sign in, share, badges | Basic |
| QR Code Check-in | Free | No |
| Wallet Passes (Apple & Google) | Free | No |
| AI Agent API | WebMCP + REST API | No |
Which Tool Should You Choose?
Use Who's In When...
- Running a club or community under 500 members
- Need affordable membership management ($10/mo)
- Want instant setup without sales calls
- Need built-in event management with RSVP
- Want WhatsApp communication with members
- Running book clubs, sports groups, hobby communities
Use Hivebrite When...
- Managing 1,000+ member alumni networks
- Need full white-label platform branding
- Require advanced CRM integrations
- Enterprise budget with dedicated support needs
Who's In is Perfect For
Book & Social Clubs
Membership management with event scheduling at $10/mo
Running & Sports Groups
Attendance tracking and WhatsApp coordination
Professional Networks
Paid membership tiers with LinkedIn integration
Hobby & Interest Groups
Group messaging and event management for any community
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the main difference between Who's In Clubs and Hivebrite?▼
Scale and pricing. Hivebrite is an enterprise community platform ($5,000+/year) for large alumni networks and professional associations. Who's In Clubs is $10/month for community organisers who need membership management, event tools, and group messaging without enterprise complexity.
Is Who's In Clubs suitable for professional communities?▼
Yes — Who's In Clubs handles membership tiers, payment collection, event management, and group messaging. It's ideal for professional networking groups, industry meetups, and small professional associations. For large enterprise alumni networks (10,000+ members), Hivebrite may offer more advanced directory features.
Does Hivebrite have features Who's In Clubs doesn't?▼
Yes — Hivebrite offers full white-label branding, advanced member directories with search and filtering, native CRM integrations, and mentorship matching. These are valuable for large organisations but represent enterprise-level features most community organisers don't need.
Can I migrate from Hivebrite to Who's In Clubs?▼
Yes. Export your member list from Hivebrite and set up your club on Who's In in minutes. Members can join via your club page with no account friction. You'll have membership tiers and payment collection running the same day.
Does Who's In Clubs support paid memberships?▼
Yes. You can create multiple membership tiers — free, paid, and invitation-only. Stripe handles all payment processing at 2.7%. Members can manage their own subscriptions, and you get a dashboard showing revenue, renewals, and member activity.
Does Who's In Clubs integrate with LinkedIn?▼
Yes! Who's In offers LinkedIn sign-in, event sharing to LinkedIn feeds, and Verified on LinkedIn identity badges — making it ideal for professional communities that value LinkedIn connectivity.
Start free, scale when you're ready
RSVP link, automatic waitlists, reminders, QR check-in, calendar sync
WhatsApp sharing, CSV export, capacity limits, guest notes, cover images
Stripe payments, recurring events, memberships, surveys, analytics
Every feature works the moment you turn it on. No configuration required.
Every new account gets all features unlocked forever — no credit card needed, no trials, no upgrades.
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Join clubs and communities choosing simplicity over enterprise complexity.
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