Javo Directory alternative

A Javo Directory alternative without a theme to maintain.

Javo Directory, by javothemes, is a WordPress directory theme on ThemeForest with a submission form builder and pricing packages through WooCommerce; it was last updated in May 2026. Owners look elsewhere when WordPress, WooCommerce and the theme take the time the directory needs. Here are the options and what each costs in year one. [1]

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Last checked: 23 October 2026. Facts about other products come from their own websites; the sources are listed at the end of this page.

Why owners look elsewhere

What sends people looking for a Javo Directory alternative.

Six months of supportThe $59 licence includes 6 months of support from javothemes; 12 months cost extra. [1]

Packages through WooCommercePaid listing packages run through WooCommerce, another plugin to keep updated. [1]

WordPress is yoursAs a WordPress theme, it runs on hosting you choose, update and back up. [1]

The options

4 alternatives to Javo Directory, and who each one suits.

Year one means what a working site costs in its first year, from each product's own prices. Hosting for self-hosted software depends on the host you choose, so it is left out.

Yclas

A hosted directory and classifieds platform: business data to fill it, paid listing levels, claims, reviews with replies, deals, leads and AI, in 44 languages.

Year one	$678 on Starter ($19 a month for 3 months, then $69 a month)
Good for	Owners who want the directory tools built in rather than bought as add-ons.

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MyListing

A WordPress directory theme on ThemeForest with paid submissions, claims, reviews, maps and messages built in; 6 months of support. You run the WordPress hosting. [2]

Year one $119 + hosting

Good for A WordPress directory that wants the paid features in one theme purchase.

Year one	$119 + hosting
Good for	A WordPress directory that wants the paid features in one theme purchase.

GeoDirectory

A free WordPress directory plugin; paid listings (Pricing Manager), claims, multi-locations and ratings by criteria are paid add-ons, all in its membership. You run the WordPress hosting. [3]

Year one	$139 (membership, 1 site) + hosting
Good for	A WordPress site that wants a free directory to start with and add-ons later.

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Directorist

A WordPress directory plugin with a yearly membership for its extensions, on hosting you run, against a hosted directory platform.

Year one $129 + hosting

Good for Your site already runs on WordPress and you want the directory inside it.

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Year one	$129 + hosting
Good for	Your site already runs on WordPress and you want the directory inside it.

Switching

Moving from Javo Directory

Bring your listings across as a CSV file with the Yclas import.

Export your listings and users from WordPress as CSV files, for example with an export plugin.
Start a free trial, choose a business directory in the sign-up wizard, and open Move your site to Yclas, then choose CSV.
Match the columns, check the dry run (a preview with any errors, nothing is saved yet), then import.

Listings come across with their categories, prices, addresses and photos from their web addresses, and users as accounts. Passwords are not copied: imported users set a new one. You can undo the latest import within 7 days.

When to stay with Javo Directory

You want the directory inside WordPress with the theme's design.
Its WooCommerce packages cover everything you sell.
You look after WordPress yourself and want a one-time theme price.

Questions

Questions people ask

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What does Javo Directory cost?

$59 on ThemeForest with 6 months of support, plus the WordPress hosting you run; extending support costs extra.

Can I move my Javo directory to Yclas?

Yes, with the CSV import: export your listings and users as CSV files and bring them in after a dry run you can check. You can undo the latest import within 7 days.

Can businesses pay for listings on Yclas?

Yes. Paid listing levels, featured listings, sponsored results and claims are built in, paid into your own Stripe, PayPal or other account.

Do I need WordPress for Yclas?

No. Yclas is hosted: no WordPress, theme or plugins to install, with hosting, updates and backups included.

Sources

Checked on 23 October 2026. Prices change: the vendor's own page is always the latest word. If something here is out of date, tell us and we'll fix it.

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