The verdict
Evidence note: This is a research-based breakdown of published pricing, documented features, and independent user-rating data. It is not presented as a hands-on test unless explicitly stated.
Disciple scores 3.7/5 in our comparison model. Based on the available evidence, it's best suited to established creators and brands wanting a native app and membership businesses monetizing courses at scale. Truly white-label apps under your own brand. The main trade-offs: expensive relative to web-only platforms; no self-serve free trial; demo and sales led; fewer native integrations than some competitors. Pricing starts at $505/mo.
What Disciple looks like
A live snapshot of Disciple's site so you can eyeball the look and feel before clicking through.
Pros & cons
- Truly white-label apps under your own brand
- No Disciple cut of revenue (0% platform fees)
- Strong, well-reviewed support and onboarding
- Expensive relative to web-only platforms
- No self-serve free trial; demo and sales led
- Fewer native integrations than some competitors
Key features
- Fully branded native iOS and Android apps plus web
- Multiple groups to segment members with admin roles
- Built-in courses, posts, video and livestreaming
- Monetization via subscriptions, in-app purchases, Stripe
- 0% Disciple transaction fees on community revenue
- Analytics, custom domain, Zapier and API on higher tiers
Pricing
Priced in GBP and demo-led; entry 'Branded App' is ~$505/mo, billed annually. USD figures are approximate.
| Plan | Monthly | Annual (per mo) | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branded App | $505 | $505 | 5 groups, 2 admins |
| Branded App Plus | $760 | $760 | 10 groups, 5 admins, custom domain |
| Branded App Pro | $1269 | $1269 | Unlimited groups/admins, API access |
| Organisation | Custom | Custom | Custom enterprise pricing |
Transaction fees: 0% Disciple fee (Stripe ~3% on web; app-store fees apply). Prices verified against Disciple's pricing page; verify current pricing ↗.
Who should use Disciple?
Good fit
- Established creators and brands wanting a native app
- Membership businesses monetizing courses at scale
Look elsewhere
- Hobbyists or early-stage creators on a tight budget
Weighing the field? See Disciple alternatives →.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Disciple cost?
Disciple starts at $505/mo. Priced in GBP and demo-led; entry 'Branded App' is ~$505/mo, billed annually. USD figures are approximate.
Does Disciple charge transaction fees?
Transaction fees: 0% Disciple fee (Stripe ~3% on web; app-store fees apply). You keep the full sale (minus your payment processor).
Who is Disciple best for?
Disciple is best for established creators and brands wanting a native app and membership businesses monetizing courses at scale. It's less ideal for hobbyists or early-stage creators on a tight budget.
