Row.so vs Listable
The Listable alternative
that charges for listings on every plan.
Listable is a clean, affordable hosted directory builder with lifetime pricing. Row.so is an AI directory website builder built around revenue — paid listings on every plan, Stripe · Lemon Squeezy · Polar · PayPal, Google Sheets 2-way sync, and Map Locator store maps.
Stripe · Lemon Squeezy · Polar · PayPal · 0% platform cut
Quick verdict
Choose Listable if you want the cheapest possible hosted directory and are happy to upgrade before charging for listings. Choose Row.so when you plan to monetize from day one, run content from Google Sheets, or need map, upvote, and community layouts.
Pricing
What you’ll pay to launch
Row.so
Launch
$24/mo
Paid listings, AI generation, Sheets 2-way sync, custom domain — every plan
Get startedListable
Starter → Growth
$9.99 → $19.99/mo
Starter caps at 100 listings and has no payments; Accept payments starts on Growth
Feature comparison
Row.so vs Listable at a glance
Highlighted rows are where Row.so typically wins for directory businesses.
| Capability | Row.so | Listable |
|---|---|---|
| Paid listings on entry plan Edge | Yes — $24/mo | Growth ($19.99/mo)+ |
| Payment providers Edge | Stripe · Lemon · Polar · PayPal | Stripe · PayPal |
| 0% platform fee on revenue | Yes | Yes |
| AI generate full directory | Categories, listings, logos, descriptions | AI setup wizard + sample listings |
| Google Sheets 2-way sync Edge | Yes | CSV import |
| Map Locator / store locator view Edge | Yes | No |
| Upvote list & comments Edge | Yes | Reviews & ratings |
| Listings on entry plan Edge | Unlimited | 100 per site |
| Custom domain + SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Custom HTML / CSS / JS | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in blog CMS | Yes | Yes |
| llms.txt / AI search SEO Edge | Yes | No |
| Lifetime one-time license | Lifetime deals (limited) | From $119 |
| Webhooks & API | Yes | Pro (REST API), MCP on Growth+ |
Feature details reflect public positioning as of 2026 and may change.
Why founders pick Row.so
Built for directories that make money
Monetize on the entry plan
Row.so Launch includes paid submissions, featured plans, and sponsor slots. On Listable, Accept payments, Collect leads, and Claim listings only unlock on Growth.
Four payment providers, 0% cut
Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Polar, or PayPal — pick the one that fits your country and tax setup. Listable supports Stripe and PayPal.
Google Sheets 2-way sync, not CSV import
Edit listings in Sheets or Row.so and both stay updated — including public submissions. Listable bulk-loads via CSV with AI column mapping, then you manage inside its dashboard.
Map Locator, Upvote List, and community layouts
Switch a directory into an interactive store-locator map or a Product Hunt-style upvote list with comments and visitor profiles. Listable focuses on classic list and grid layouts.
Who it’s for
Honest fit — pick the right tool
Choose Row.so if
Founders who want paid listings live on launch day, editors who work in Google Sheets, and niche directories that need Map Locator, Upvote List, or comments.
Choose Listable if
Budget-first builders who want a one-time lifetime license and do not need payments, Sheets sync, or map layouts yet.
FAQ
Row.so vs Listable
Is Row.so a Listable alternative? +
Yes. Both are hosted, no-code directory website builders. Row.so differs by including paid listings on every plan, supporting four payment providers, syncing two ways with Google Sheets, and offering Map Locator and Upvote List layouts on top of classic grids.
Listable is cheaper — why pay $24/mo for Row.so? +
Listable Starter is $9.99/mo but caps at 100 listings and cannot accept payments; you need Growth at $19.99/mo to charge for listings. Row.so Launch at $24/mo includes unlimited listings, paid submissions, AI generation, Sheets 2-way sync, and Map Locator — so the price gap for a monetized directory is about $4/mo.
Can I move my Listable directory to Row.so? +
Yes. Export your listings to CSV, load them into a Google Sheet, and connect the Sheet to Row.so. Map columns to custom fields, turn on payments and design, and point your domain. Most migrations finish the same day.
Does Row.so have lifetime pricing like Listable? +
Row.so runs limited lifetime deals from time to time; see the Lifetime Deals page for current availability. Monthly and yearly plans include a 7-day free trial and can be cancelled anytime.
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