Currently tracking 169 SaaS directories · Last updated
Category hub · 2026
Best SaaS Directories
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SaaS buyers discover tools through comparison sites, launch platforms, and vertical directories long before they hit your homepage. Each approved listing puts your product in front of founders, operators, and team leads who are actively shopping for software—not scrolling generic social feeds.
Directory submissions matter for SaaS because they compound: a credible backlink and referral path can keep sending trials months after launch week ends. The key is prioritizing properties with real domain rating, editorial standards, and an audience that matches your ICP.
AjLaunch ranks SaaS-focused directories by domain rating so you can batch high-intent submissions instead of guessing from outdated spreadsheets. Use this hub to shortlist where to spend your next launch afternoon.
Directories ranked by domain rating
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| Directory | DR | Catalog category | Submission | Link type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS Curate | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Kickoff | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| smollaunch | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Sentry | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Get Byte | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Beta Founder | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Emoji Launch | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Wirecutter | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Lifehacker | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Riot | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| LogRocket | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Prodpapa | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| New Relic | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Inkscape | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Comparatify | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Noon launch | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Mattermost | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Indie Deals | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Firsto | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Contentsquare | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Glitch | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Maker move | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Zabbix | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Slack | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Icinga | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Startup Stage | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Next Big Product | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Hotjar | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Solo Push | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| InVision | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Show Startup | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| AppSee | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| SaaSpage | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Huntscreens | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| SEOmonitor | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Tutanota | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| App Rater | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Fastmail | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Wire | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| BetterUptime | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Systemli | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Carrd | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Riot | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Open Hunts | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Balsamiq | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Creately | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Find Your SaaS | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Pulse | 0 | SaaS Directories | Paid | Varies |
| Stimpack | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
| Top 10 Now | 0 | SaaS Launch Platforms | Paid | Varies |
How to choose
Start with domain rating, but do not treat it as the only signal. A DR 70 niche SaaS directory with engaged reviewers often outperforms a generic DR 85 list that buries new products. Check whether listings get comments, whether categories match your wedge, and whether the site still updates its homepage.
Match submission cost to stage. Bootstrapped teams should exhaust free, high-DR platforms first, then pay for featured slots only when analytics prove referral quality. Read dofollow vs nofollow policies honestly—traffic and branded search still help even when PageRank does not pass.
Prepare reusable assets once: positioning line, two screenshots, pricing clarity, and a founder account ready to reply. Batch five to ten submissions per week so you can measure which categories drive activations, not just approvals.
Finally, link every live listing back to your CRM or AjLaunch export. Directory SEO is a system; the teams that win treat discovery pages as living inventory, not a one-time checklist.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many SaaS directories should I submit to?
- Most teams start with 15–30 high-DR properties, then expand to 100+ over a quarter. Quality and audience fit beat raw volume in week one.
- Are SaaS directory links dofollow?
- It varies by site. This hub shows dofollow status per listing where known—always verify on the live page after approval.
- When should a SaaS startup prioritize directories vs paid ads?
- Directories shine at launch and when you need credible backlinks for SEO. Paid ads scale once positioning is proven; many teams run both in parallel.
- Do directories work for B2B SaaS only?
- B2B has the deepest coverage, but PLG and prosumer SaaS also fit—filter by category and read each site's accepted product types.
- How does AjLaunch keep this list current?
- We sync catalog metadata regularly and surface DR, fees, and link policies so you can re-prioritize without rebuilding research from scratch.
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