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DirectoryKit vs useSAASkit

useSAASkit offers configurable Next.js templates but isn’t specialized for directories.

Which to pick

Pick DirectoryKit if you want…

  • Fast-track directory site launches
  • Integrations with TypeScript, Tailwind CSS or Prisma (on DirectoryKit's list, not useSAASkit's)

Pick useSAASkit if you want…

  • Full-stack SaaS boilerplate with AI support
  • Configurable SaaS templates
  • Integrations with Supabase, Resend or Vercel AI SDK (on useSAASkit's list, not DirectoryKit's)

Side by side

What it is
DirectoryKit:DirectoryKit is a white-label Next.js template for launching fully featured directory websites quickly.
useSAASkit:A Next.js and Supabase boilerplate with auth, billing, multi-org, AI, and marketing features.
Best for
DirectoryKit:Fast-track directory site launches
useSAASkit:Full-stack SaaS boilerplate with AI support
Who it’s for
DirectoryKit:Developers building directory or listing sites who want a ready-made solution.
useSAASkit:Founders, indie hackers, agencies, and developers building SaaS or AI apps.
Pricing
DirectoryKit:Paid
useSAASkit:Paid
Works with
DirectoryKit:Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Prisma, Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Google OAuth
useSAASkit:Next.js, Supabase, Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Resend, Vercel AI SDK

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.

useSAASkit features

  • Authentication. OAuth, email-password, magic link, and phone auth via Supabase Auth.
  • Billing. Stripe (and Lemon Squeezy) integration for subscriptions, trials, and customer portal.
  • Multi-Org Support. Built-in workspace management with RBAC for collaborative SaaS platforms.
  • AI Ready Codebase. Includes Vercel AI SDK with OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, Grok support.
  • Marketing Pages & Emails. Pre-built landing pages, SEO, and Resend email workflows.
  • Admin Tools. Super admin panel for user impersonation, role management, and insights.
  • i18n & Localization. Translation support with language detection and switcher.
  • Tailwind UI. Ready-made UI components styled with Tailwind CSS.

DirectoryKit vs useSAASkit FAQ

Is DirectoryKit or useSAASkit free?+

No, both are paid and neither has a free plan.

Do DirectoryKit and useSAASkit integrate with the same tools?+

Partly. Both list Next.js, Stripe and Lemon Squeezy. DirectoryKit also lists TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Prisma and Google OAuth; useSAASkit also lists Supabase, Resend and Vercel AI SDK.

On DevHunt

DirectoryKit

163 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Jan 3, 2023

useSAASkit

41 upvotes · Launched on DevHunt on Nov 19, 2024

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