Comparison • Updated 2026

Orbator vs Directorist

Directorist is a WordPress plugin that helps you build your own directory website. Unlike Orbator, it's a directory creation tool, not a directory submission tool.

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Orbator Wins
1
Tied
2
Directorist Wins
Orbator
$19/month
Directorist
$79-$349/year

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureOrbatorDirectorist
Primary Purpose
Tie
Submit to existing directories
Build your own directory site
Directory Submission
Orbator wins
✓ Core feature (100+ dirs)
✗ Not a submission tool
Requires WordPress
Orbator wins
✗ Standalone web app
✓ WordPress plugin required
SEO Audit Tools
Orbator wins
✓ Full audit suite
✗ Not included
Backlink Building
Orbator wins
✓ Through directory listings
✗ Different purpose
Create Listings Directory
competitor
✗ Not a directory builder
✓ Full directory creation
Monetize a Directory
competitor
✗ Not applicable
✓ Built-in monetization
Submission Tracking
Orbator wins
✓ Track all submissions
✗ Not applicable
Ease of Setup
Orbator wins
✓ No setup needed
⚠ WordPress setup required
Learning Curve
Orbator wins
Low — intuitive dashboard
Medium — WordPress knowledge needed

Detailed Pros & Cons

Orbator

Pros

Directly solves the problem of getting listed on directories
No WordPress or technical setup required
Automated submission to 100+ existing high-DA directories
Built-in SEO tools and backlink tracking
Lower monthly cost than Directorist annual plans
Start getting backlinks immediately, no site building needed

Cons

Cannot create your own directory website
Not suitable if you want to build a directory business

Directorist

Pros

Powerful WordPress directory builder
Can create and monetize your own directory
Highly customizable with themes and add-ons

Cons

Does NOT submit your product to directories (common misconception)
Requires WordPress hosting and setup
Steeper learning curve for non-technical users
Additional costs for premium add-ons
Not designed for SaaS founders seeking backlinks
Annual pricing is higher than Orbator monthly
Our Verdict

Orbator wins 7 out of 10 categories

With 100+ curated directories, automated submissions, and a full SEO toolkit, Orbator delivers more value at $19/month than Directorist at $79-$349/year.

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