Best startup directories for product submissions
IndieTools compares curated startup directories, product directories and launch platforms by price, approval, link status and submission route.
71 directories across 10 categories
Destination verification dates are shown on individual entries when available.
1–24 of 71 directories
Directories
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Product Hunt
producthunt.comLaunch platformsDaily launch board where a scheduled post competes for upvotes over a 24-hour window.
- Pricing
- Free
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 91 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
BetaList
betalist.comLaunch platformsQueue-based listing for products that are still pre-launch or in early access.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 77 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
Uneed
uneed.bestLaunch platformsWeekly launch board for indie tools, with a free queue and paid slots that skip it.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 76 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
MicroLaunch
microlaunch.netLaunch platformsLaunch board aimed at micro-SaaS and one-person products rather than funded startups.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 64 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
Fazier
fazier.comLaunch platformsLaunch board with a weekly leaderboard and an embeddable badge once a product is listed.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 84 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
Startup Fame
startupfa.meLaunch platformsSubmission-based startup listing with a free queue and paid placement options.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 84 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
Launching Next
launchingnext.comLaunch platformsLong-running listing of newly launched startups, reviewed before it publishes an entry.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 55 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
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BetaPage
betapage.coLaunch platformsDirectory of new products and betas, published after an editor reviews the entry.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 53 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
TinyLaunch
tinylaun.chLaunch platformsLaunch board for very small products, featuring one at a time.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 57 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Dev Hunt
devhunt.orgLaunch platformsLaunch board restricted to developer tools, on a weekly voting cycle.
- Pricing
- Free
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 67 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Peerlist
peerlist.ioLaunch platformsProfessional network for builders where a project page doubles as a public listing.
- Pricing
- Free
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 77 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Tiny Startups
tinystartups.comLaunch platformsCommunity and newsletter that features small products picked from submissions.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 72 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Crunchbase
crunchbase.comStartup directoriesCompany database used by press and investors; a basic company profile is free to claim.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 91 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Wellfound
wellfound.comStartup directoriesStartup profile and hiring platform, previously AngelList Talent.
- Pricing
- Free
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 87 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
F6S
f6s.comStartup directoriesFounder network and startup profile directory, widely used for accelerator applications.
- Pricing
- Free
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 83 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Startup Stash
startupstash.comStartup directoriesCategorised catalogue of startup tools, with paid options for a faster review.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 65 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
StartupBase
startupbase.ioStartup directoriesCommunity directory of new startups where members comment on submissions.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 74 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Startup Buffer
startupbuffer.comStartup directoriesDirectory of newly launched startups with a free queue and a paid fast-track.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 44 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Startup Ranking
startupranking.comStartup directoriesRanks startup websites and keeps a public profile page for each one.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 62 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
SaaSworthy
saasworthy.comStartup directoriesSaaS catalogue organised by category, with user reviews and comparison pages.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 75 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Submit
G2
g2.comSoftware directoriesSoftware review marketplace; a vendor claims a product page and collects reviews.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 91 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Capterra
capterra.comSoftware directoriesBusiness-software catalogue listing products by category and by review score.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 91 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
GetApp
getapp.comSoftware directoriesBusiness-app catalogue that shares its vendor programme with Capterra.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 85 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
- Visit site
Software Advice
softwareadvice.comSoftware directoriesBuyer-facing software recommendation site in the same vendor network.
- Pricing
- Free, paid options
- Approval
- Manual review
- Links
- Not verified
- Authority
- 87 (Domain Rating by Ahrefs, checked Oct 13, 2026)
How to choose the best startup directories for your launch
The best shortlist starts with your audience and product stage. A software buyer comparing options, a founder looking for launch feedback and a developer searching for an integration have different needs. Compare the catalogue’s category, listing price, review process and recorded link status together.
| Your goal | Start with | Confirm before submitting |
|---|---|---|
| Introduce a new product | Launch platforms | Product eligibility, review process and launch scheduling. |
| Reach software buyers | Software directories | Relevant categories, profile requirements and listing terms. |
| Keep submission costs low | Recorded free listing options | What the free route includes and whether promotion is optional. |
| Find a specialist audience | AI, developer or maker categories | Audience fit, contribution rules and how products may be shared. |
A directory’s Domain Rating is one domain-level measurement, not a forecast of visitors or sales. Where a fresh measurement exists it is shown on the entry. A missing measurement or unverified link status remains unknown; neither is a reason to invent a ranking.
Product submission research
Choose directories by fit, terms and review model
The catalogue records where founders can submit a product and keeps unknown values explicit. Compare the audience, pricing, approval process and last recorded link status before opening a destination.
- What are the best startup directories to submit to?
- The right directory depends on the product, audience and launch stage. IndieTools keeps a curated comparison of startup directories, product directories, launch platforms, marketplaces and communities so founders can evaluate fit before submitting.
- How are startup directories compared?
- Each entry records its audience category, pricing model, approval process, submission destination and followed-link status when that status has been verified. Unknown values remain labelled as unverified instead of being guessed.
- Is every directory listing free?
- No. Some destinations are free, some offer both free and paid options, and others charge for review or placement. Use the pricing filters and confirm current terms on the destination before submitting.