BetaList vs Startup Ranking
Both are startup directories that accept AI tools and SaaS products. Here is how they compare on the things that decide where you submit: cost, link type, review time, traffic and authority. All figures come from our checks in October 2026.
| Attribute |  BetaList |  Startup Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | A · Top pick | B · Strong option |
| Score | 83/100 | 71/100 |
| Type | Startup directories | Startup directories |
| Focus | General (accepts AI tools) | General (accepts AI tools) |
| Cost to list | Free, paid upgrades | Free, paid upgrades |
| Free listing | Yes | Yes |
| Cheapest paid plan | – | $29 |
| Billing | – | monthly |
| Link type | Dofollow (Confirmed) | Some listings (Confirmed) |
| Which plan gets the link | all listings | none (nofollow) |
| Badge required | Not stated | Not stated |
| Time to get listed | Not stated | Not stated |
| Launch format | Launch + permanent | Profile |
| Voting | – | No |
| Login needed | Yes | No |
| CAPTCHA | No | No |
| Monthly visitors | 10k–100k visits/mo | 10k–100k visits/mo |
| Authority | Authority 60–79 | Authority 60–79 |
| AI citations | 100–999 | 100–999 |
| Submit method | Online form | Online form |
Which should you pick?
- BetaList passes a followed link; Startup Ranking is some listings.
- Our score: BetaList 83/100, Startup Ranking 71/100.
BetaList scores higher overall, but check the cost and link type against your priorities.
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BetaList: Free, paid upgrades · 10k–100k visits/mo · 100–999 AI citations.Startup Ranking: $29 · 10k–100k visits/mo · 100–999 AI citations.
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