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DirectoryFast vs Mkdirs
DirectoryFast focuses on launching trending directories quickly, but Mkdirs adds full CMS, auth and monetization out of the box.
DirectoryFastLaunch Trending Directories in Minutes
MkdirsLaunch profitable directory website in minutes without any costWhich to pick
Pick DirectoryFast if you want…
- AI-generated niche directories
- Quick trending directories
- A free plan to start with
- Integrations with Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor (on DirectoryFast's list, not Mkdirs')
Pick Mkdirs if you want…
- Ready-to-launch directory sites
- Integrations with Next.js, Auth.js or Shadcn UI (on Mkdirs' list, not DirectoryFast's)
Side by side
- What it is
- DirectoryFast:DirectoryFast lets you create a niche directory website in minutes using AI-driven schema design, research, and publishing.
- Mkdirs:Mkdirs is an open-source boilerplate to launch a full-featured directory website in minutes.
- Best for
- DirectoryFast:AI-generated niche directories
- Mkdirs:Ready-to-launch directory sites
- Who it’s for
- DirectoryFast:Indie hackers, entrepreneurs, and makers who want a quick, AI-built listing platform.
- Mkdirs:Indie makers and developers who need a ready-made directory site with auth, payments and CMS.
- Pricing
- DirectoryFast:Freemium
- Mkdirs:Paid
- Plans
- DirectoryFast:Free $0 · Pro $29 per month per directory
- Mkdirs:Lifetime $59
- Works with
- DirectoryFast:Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Mistral Le Chat, Windsurf
- Mkdirs:Next.js, Auth.js, Shadcn UI, Tailwind CSS, Sanity, Resend, Stripe, Vercel AI SDK
DirectoryFast features
- AI schema design. Chatbot defines typed listing fields based on your niche description.
- Automated research & drafting. AI scrapes sources, normalizes data and creates draft listings.
- Instant live publishing. Edits appear on the live site within ~0.1 s without rebuilds.
- SEO-ready output. Generates JSON-LD, sitemap.xml and breadcrumbs for indexable sites.
- Design presets. Six visual themes (light/dark) applied automatically to listings.
- Monetization tools. Leaderboard mode for paid rankings and direct payment to your account.
Mkdirs features
- Feature-Rich Directory. Listings, search, filters, sortable items and detailed pages out of the box.
- Built-in Auth. Secure email/password, Google and GitHub login via Auth.js.
- Sanity CMS Integration. Manage items, categories, blogs and users through Sanity Studio.
- Monetization Options. Paid submissions, affiliate links and sponsored ads with Stripe support.
- AI-Assisted Submission. AI autofill for submission forms with rich-text editing and image upload.
- SEO & Sitemap. Automatic SEO metadata, Open Graph tags and auto-generated sitemap.
- Responsive Theme. Dark mode, customizable theme and responsive design built with Tailwind CSS.
- Email & Newsletter. React email templates, newsletter subscription and Resend email service.
DirectoryFast vs Mkdirs FAQ
Is DirectoryFast or Mkdirs free?+
DirectoryFast has a free plan and paid plans. Mkdirs is paid.
Do DirectoryFast and Mkdirs integrate with the same tools?+
Their integration lists don't overlap: DirectoryFast lists Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, GitHub Copilot and 2 more; Mkdirs lists Next.js, Auth.js, Shadcn UI, Tailwind CSS and 4 more.
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DirectoryFast
17 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Sep 17, 2024
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