Most club management systems hide their true costs behind complex tiers, "free" apps with high transaction fees, or expensive monthly website add-ons. At connectMyClub, we believe in a simple, fair, and transparent model that supports grassroots clubs.
| Feature | connectMyClub | Monthly Subscription Systems | "Free" App Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Subscription | £1 per member | Often £300 - £1,000+ | £0 (Basic features only) |
| Club Website | Included (Free) | Usually a paid extra | Often £250+ per year |
| Platform Transaction Fee | 0.7% - 0.9% | Often 1.5% - 3.0% | Often 2.0% - 3.0% |
| Payment Gateway Fees | 1.5% + £0.20 | 1.5% + £0.20 | 1.5% + £0.20 |
| Small Club Tier | Free (< 50 members) | Rarely available | Available |
| Data Ownership | Full (Independent) | Often "Locked-in" | Mobile-app only |
| Cost Item | connectMyClub | Typical "Subscription" Model | Typical "Free App" Model |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Subscription | £200.00 | £450.00 - £1,000.00 | £0.00 |
| Website Fee | £0.00 | Included | £270.00 (Standard website fee) |
| Platform Transaction Fees | £72.00 (0.9%) | £160.00 (Approx 2%) | £200.00 (Approx 2.5%) |
| Payment Gateway Fees | £130 - £160.00 | £160.00 | £160.00 |
| Total Annual Cost | £402 - £432.00 | £770.00 - £1,320.00 | £630.00 |
Many "All-in-One" systems charge a significant monthly or annual fee. While they offer many features, the cost can be a heavy burden for community clubs.
The connectMyClub difference: We don't charge high flat fees. You only pay for the members you actually have, and our software powers your website for free.
Some platforms claim to be "free" or low-cost but take a much larger percentage of every payment made by your members. This "hidden tax" can cost your club hundreds of pounds in lost revenue every season.
The connectMyClub difference: We are transparent. We charge a 0.7% - 0.9% platform fee, ensuring more of your membership money stays in the club's bank account.
Mobile-only apps are great for team chat, but they often lack a professional public presence. To get a public website or advanced admin tools, they frequently require expensive monthly upgrades.
The connectMyClub difference: We give you a professional, public-facing website system from day one at no extra cost.
Question: Is there a flat monthly fee, and does it increase if we add more teams or members?
The connectMyClub standard: We charge a simple £1 per member, per year. If you have 100 members, you pay £100. There are no "Pro" or "Elite" tiers to unlock basic features.
Question: Is a public-facing website included in the price, or is it a paid "add-on" or monthly subscription?
The connectMyClub standard: The system to power your website is completely free. While you maintain your own hosting for independence, we never charge you a monthly fee just to have a public presence.
Question: What is the total percentage taken from every payment? Does the provider add a "platform fee" on top of the Stripe/PayPal cost?
The connectMyClub standard: We are 100% transparent. We only charge 0.7% - 0.9% and Stripe charges 1.5% + 20p. Many other providers bundle these into a single, higher fee (like 3% or 4%) to hide their own profit margin.
Question: Do we have to pay a minimum monthly subscription even if we are a small startup club?
The connectMyClub standard: If your club has fewer than 50 members, connectMyClub is completely free to use. We believe in supporting the grassroots community from the ground up.
Question: If we decide to leave, do we own our website domain, or is everything "locked-in" to the provider's platform?
The connectMyClub standard: You retain full ownership of your domain and hosting. We provide the engine, but you own the car. This ensures your club is never "held to ransom" by a software provider.