MemberDay vs ClubExpress
The simpler ClubExpress alternative
ClubExpress is one of the deepest feature sets in club software, and larger associations with dedicated administrators get real value from it. But per-member pricing, setup fees that start at $150, bundled payment processing at 2.99–3.99%, and a dated interface make it heavy for volunteer-run clubs.
MemberDay is the better fit for…
- Volunteer-run clubs that want simplicity over module sprawl
- Clubs that don’t want their software bill tied to their member count
- Treasurers who want their own Stripe account and zero platform markup
- Clubs that want modern software with AI and a real mobile app
ClubExpress may be the better fit for…
- Larger clubs and multi-chapter associations with a dedicated admin
- Organizations that want every conceivable module in one legacy system
- Groups that value included phone support
We'd rather you pick the right tool than the loudest pitch — this comparison names real strengths on both sides.
ClubExpress pricing vs MemberDay, by club size
Published subscription and setup pricing checked October 8, 2026 — competitor pricing and features may change, so confirm details with each provider. MemberDay is flat at every size — ClubExpress's price changes as you grow.
| Members | MemberDay Core | ClubExpress |
|---|---|---|
| 25 | $29/mo | ~$35/mo $35/mo minimum in current calculator |
| 50 | $29/mo | ~$35/mo $35/mo minimum in current calculator |
| 100 | $29/mo | ~$42/mo |
| 250 | $29/mo | ~$95/mo |
| 500 | $29/mo | ~$170/mo |
Year-one cost example — 60-member club processing $10,000/yr online
MemberDay
$318 (Core, annual — $0 setup, $0 payment markup)
ClubExpress
$570 ($420 subscription + $150 basic setup). Payment processing and optional services are additional.
Example bundles differ. Processing, taxes, domains, and optional services may be additional; see the details above. Run your own numbers →
Side by side
| MemberDay | ClubExpress | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat — unlimited members | Per active membership; $0.42 up to 200 primary memberships, with $35/month minimum |
| Setup fee | $0 | $150 basic setup; enhanced packages up to $3,800 |
| Payment fees | 0% markup — your own Stripe account | Bundled processing at 2.99–3.99% + 30¢ |
| Mobile app | iOS & Android for all members, included | Member app available |
| AI features | Built-in assistant + AI survey import | None |
| Website | Optional builder add-on, $10/mo | Full website included |
| Phone support | Email support included | Phone support included |
| Interface | Modern, built 2024+ | Comprehensive but dated |
| Ownership | Independent, founder-owned | Acquired by Lumaverse (SignUpGenius) in 2022 |
Sources: ClubExpress's published pricing and documentation, subscription and setup pricing checked October 8, 2026. Spot something outdated? Let us know.
ClubExpress reviews: what clubs praise, and who shouldn’t switch
Read ClubExpress reviews from actual club administrators and a consistent picture emerges. It is a genuinely deep platform with responsive phone support, and the complaints are about the same things every time: a dated interface, a learning curve that falls on one volunteer, and a bill that grows with the roster and the payment volume. Since Lumaverse (the SignUpGenius parent) acquired ClubExpress in 2022, the roadmap has been steady rather than dramatic. Here is our honest read.
What ClubExpress does well
- Breadth — modules for nearly everything a large association could want
- Phone support included, which many volunteer admins value
- A full website included in the subscription
- Long track record and a stable customer base
Who should look at a ClubExpress alternative
- Clubs whose officers rotate yearly and can’t afford a multi-week learning curve
- Treasurers who want their own Stripe account and zero platform markup on dues
- Boards that want the software bill to stay flat as the club grows
- Members who expect a modern app and a clean interface out of the box
Switching from ClubExpress is our job, not yours
Export your data from ClubExpress, send it to us, and our team imports your member roster free — typically within a week. Then use the rest of your 45-day trial to run real club work before your board decides.
How Free Migration WorksThe switch, step by step
- Start your free trial (no credit card)
- Export your data from ClubExpress and email it to us
- We import your members, contacts, and member types — free
- Review together, invite your officers, go live
FAQ
MemberDay vs ClubExpress
What does ClubExpress pricing actually look like for a small club?
ClubExpress’s calculator currently applies a $35 monthly minimum. For 60 primary memberships, that is $420/year plus $150 basic setup, before processing and optional services. MemberDay Core is $29/month or $318/year with $0 setup and no platform percentage markup. Website tools are bundled differently, so compare the features you need.
Isn’t ClubExpress cheaper for small clubs?
The current ClubExpress calculator shows a $35 monthly minimum plus $150 basic setup. MemberDay Core is $29/month with $0 setup, while a public website is an optional MemberDay tool. Compare subscriptions, included features, payment arrangements, and any required services before deciding.
What happens to our cost as we grow with ClubExpress?
ClubExpress bills per active member, so growth raises your bill: roughly $42/mo at 100 members and $95/mo at 250. MemberDay stays $29/mo at any size.
What does ClubExpress do better?
Breadth and phone support. It has modules for almost everything and includes a full website. If you have a dedicated administrator who can master a deep legacy system, it’s capable — our case is simplicity, modern tools, and total cost for volunteer-led clubs.
Can you migrate our ClubExpress data?
Yes — send us your ClubExpress export and we’ll migrate your member roster free, typically within a week.
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