StarTap vs SaaSHub

SaaSHub is a big database of software alternatives with a review that can take weeks. StarTap lists you today and lets you work your way up.

At a glance

FeatureStarTapSaaSHub
PriceFree. No paid plans and no paid placement.Free review, with paid options for faster or featured placement.
Time to go liveRight away. No queue, no launch date.Up to about 32 days for a free review when we checked.
Badge or backlink requiredNo. Verify with a meta tag or DNS record instead. The Banner is optional and earns ×1.5 stars.No.
Link to your siteA public project page that links to your site, followed once you verify the domain.Product page links to your site.
How long you're visiblePermanent. Your project stays on the leaderboard and its category page.Permanent, inside alternatives and category lists.
How you rankStars from taps and automatic Sources. Play any day to climb.By SaaSHub's own scoring and user activity.
Who can back youAnyone. Fans tap your Star with no sign-up.Users upvote and review.
Best forMakers who want a free listing live today and a reason for people to come back.Established software that people compare against alternatives.

Checked October 2026, when we listed StarTap there. Terms change, so check SaaSHub for its current rules.

Why makers pick StarTap over SaaSHub

When SaaSHub is the better fit

Best of all: you don't have to choose. StarTap is free and takes a minute, so list here today and keep your SaaSHub plans.

About SaaSHub

SaaSHub is a large directory of software and their alternatives. Submissions are reviewed, which can take up to about a month for free, and it only lists released software on its own domain.

About StarTap

StarTap is a free product directory you play like a game. Makers add their website, tap a Star to earn stars, and spend them on Sources that earn more while they're away. Projects rank on a public leaderboard, every project page links to its site, and anyone can tap for a project they like without signing up.

Frequently asked questions

Is StarTap a SaaSHub alternative?

They do different jobs. SaaSHub helps buyers compare alternatives; StarTap is a free board where makers get listed today and climb by playing. List on both.

Should I list on both StarTap and SaaSHub?

Usually, yes. They don't compete for the same moment. Add your site to StarTap today, it's live in a minute, and keep it there while you wait for or run your SaaSHub listing.

Is StarTap really free?

Yes. Listing, playing and verifying cost nothing, and there's no paid tier that buys a higher rank. Stars can't be bought.