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DirectoryKit vs SwipeToLaunch

DirectoryKit focuses on quickly building directory websites, not community voting on products

Which to pick

Pick DirectoryKit if you want…

  • Fast-track directory site launches

Pick SwipeToLaunch if you want…

  • Community-driven product ranking
  • A free tool

Side by side

What it is
DirectoryKit:DirectoryKit is a white-label Next.js template for launching fully featured directory websites quickly.
SwipeToLaunch:SwipeToLaunch lets users vote on new apps and tools by swiping cards, showing community approval scores.
Best for
DirectoryKit:Fast-track directory site launches
SwipeToLaunch:Community-driven product ranking
Who it’s for
DirectoryKit:Developers building directory or listing sites who want a ready-made solution.
SwipeToLaunch:Product enthusiasts and early adopters looking to discover and influence new tools.
Pricing
DirectoryKit:Paid
SwipeToLaunch:Free
Works with
DirectoryKit:Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Prisma, Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Google OAuth
SwipeToLaunch:—

DirectoryKit features

  • Admin dashboard. Manage posts, categories, reviews, and featured content from a built-in admin panel.
  • Search & filter. Users can search and filter listings by categories.
  • User interactions. Support for upvoting and bookmarking posts.
  • Monetization options. Integrate Stripe for paid posts, ads via Google Adsense, and affiliate links.
  • Auth integration. Google OAuth and magic link authentication out of the box.
  • Tailwind UI design. Responsive, Tailwind-styled components for rapid UI development.

SwipeToLaunch features

  • Swipe voting. Swipe right to launch a product or left to pass, each swipe counts as a vote.
  • Public approval scores. Each product shows the percentage of swipes that voted to launch.
  • Community ranking. Products are ordered by approval percentage weighted by total swipes.
  • Add product via link. Paste a product URL and the site auto-fetches name, logo, screenshot and description.
  • No account required. Free to use without signing up; voting takes about a minute.

DirectoryKit vs SwipeToLaunch FAQ

Is DirectoryKit or SwipeToLaunch free?+

DirectoryKit is paid. SwipeToLaunch is free.

On DevHunt

DirectoryKit

163 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Jan 3, 2023

SwipeToLaunch

1 upvote · Launching on DevHunt on Feb 12, 2030

Based on each tool's website and DevHunt data. Details may change; check the official sites.