TidyHQ vs MemberNova
MemberNova was built from the ground up for multi-chapter associations — and that focus shows in the depth of their roll-up reporting and granular role customisation. If you are a large North American association with complex chapter hierarchies, MemberNova has architectural depth TidyHQ is still building toward. TidyHQ wins on transparent pricing, governance tools, a free tier for chapters, and native Xero integration for organisations outside North America.
Where TidyHQ wins
Published flat pricing — MemberNova does not publish pricing at all, requiring a sales conversation before you know what it costs. A free tier so individual chapters can get started without budget approval. Governance tools MemberNova does not offer: meeting minutes with action items, committee task management, 25 GB document storage. Native Xero integration for Australian and NZ organisations. A modern, clean interface volunteers adopt without training.
Where MemberNova wins
MemberNova was purpose-built for multi-chapter associations and the architecture reflects that commitment. Roll-up reporting across chapters is native, not bolted on. Non-member contact tracking lets associations manage prospects, sponsors, and partners alongside members. Granular role customisation means you can define exactly what each chapter admin can see and do. For large North American associations with 50+ chapters and complex reporting needs, MemberNova has genuine structural depth.
Best for
Associations and governing bodies that need transparent pricing, governance tools, and a free tier for chapters to self-serve. Also strong for Australian organisations needing Xero and local support.
Feature comparison
Annual subscription
TidyHQ
$890 AUD/year flatMemberNova
Not published — contact salesMulti-chapter management
TidyHQ
Via TidyConnect federationMemberNova
Native multi-chapter architectureRoll-up reporting
TidyHQ
Via TidyConnectMemberNova
Native — purpose-builtNon-member contact tracking
TidyHQ
All contacts in one databaseMemberNova
Dedicated non-member pipelineOnline memberships
TidyHQ
Tiers, auto-renewals, familyMemberNova
Tiers, auto-renewalsEvent management
TidyHQ
With member pricingMemberNova
Granular role permissions
TidyHQ
Role-based accessMemberNova
Highly granular customisationMeeting minutes & governance
TidyHQ
Agendas, minutes, action itemsMemberNova
Task management
TidyHQ
Assigned to committee rolesMemberNova
Document storage
TidyHQ
25 GBMemberNova
Basic file managementAccounting integration (Xero)
TidyHQ
Native two-way syncMemberNova
QuickBooks integrationFree tier
TidyHQ
Full features, unlimited contactsMemberNova
Published pricing
TidyHQ
On websiteMemberNova
✗ Contact salesEmail communications
TidyHQ
With status segmentationMemberNova
*Approximate conversion: 1 AUD ≈ 0.65 USD ≈ 0.50 GBP. Actual rates may vary.
Key differences
Pricing your board can see before a sales call
MemberNova does not publish pricing — you need to contact their sales team for a quote. If your association's board needs to compare options with a budget number attached, TidyHQ gives them that number tonight. TidyHQ Pro is $890 AUD/year flat. No per-contact pricing, no variable modules, no surprises at renewal.
Chapters start free and connect when HQ is ready
TidyHQ's free plan gives every chapter unlimited contacts, full features, and unlimited admin seats — no credit card required. When HQ adopts TidyConnect, those chapter accounts federate into a single dashboard. MemberNova has no free tier, so every chapter needs budget approval and a subscription before they can participate in the network.
Governance tools built in, not missing
Chapters hold committee meetings, assign follow-up tasks, and store policies. MemberNova focuses on membership and chapter hierarchy but does not offer meeting minutes, agenda management, or committee task tracking. TidyHQ includes agendas, minutes with action items, task management by committee role, and 25 GB document storage — the governance layer that actually runs a chapter.
Xero integration for organisations outside North America
MemberNova integrates with QuickBooks, which serves the North American market well. For Australian, New Zealand, and UK organisations where Xero is the dominant accounting platform, TidyHQ's native two-way Xero sync is a significant practical advantage.
What MemberNova does well
MemberNova was purpose-built for multi-chapter associations and the architecture reflects that commitment. Roll-up reporting across chapters is native, not bolted on. Non-member contact tracking lets associations manage prospects, sponsors, and partners alongside members. Granular role customisation means you can define exactly what each chapter admin can see and do. For large North American associations with 50+ chapters and complex reporting needs, MemberNova has genuine structural depth.
We think honest comparisons build more trust than pretending competitors don’t exist. Try both and see which one your committee actually uses.
Is TidyHQ right for you?
TidyHQ is the better choice if…
- You need transparent, published pricing for your budget proposal
- You want chapters to start free without a subscription commitment
- You need governance tools — meeting minutes, tasks, document storage
- Your organisation uses Xero, not QuickBooks
- Your chapter volunteers need software they can learn in an afternoon
MemberNova might be better if…
- •You run a large North American association with 50+ chapters and complex hierarchies
- •You need dedicated non-member contact tracking pipelines
- •You require highly granular role customisation across chapter admin levels
- •Your association uses QuickBooks for accounting
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about using MemberNova vs TidyHQ for membership organisations.
MemberNova has deeper native multi-chapter architecture with purpose-built roll-up reporting and granular role customisation. TidyHQ wins on transparent flat pricing, a free tier for individual chapters, governance tools (meeting minutes, committee tasks), and native Xero integration. The choice depends on whether you prioritise structural depth for complex hierarchies (MemberNova) or pricing transparency, governance, and easy chapter adoption (TidyHQ).
MemberNova does not publish pricing. You need to contact their sales team for a quote, which means your board cannot compare costs without going through a sales process. TidyHQ Pro is $890 AUD/year flat (~$574 USD), published on the website, with a free tier that includes full features and unlimited contacts.
No. MemberNova focuses on membership management, chapter hierarchy, and roll-up reporting. It does not include meeting minutes, agenda management, committee task tracking, or structured document storage for governance purposes. TidyHQ includes agendas, minutes with auto-assigned action items, task management, and 25 GB document storage.
No. MemberNova does not offer a free tier or self-serve trial. Chapters need to go through a sales process and subscription commitment. TidyHQ has a free plan with unlimited contacts, unlimited admin seats, and full features — any chapter can sign up independently and connect to TidyConnect later.
MemberNova integrates with QuickBooks, which serves the North American market. It does not offer native Xero integration. For Australian and New Zealand organisations where Xero is the standard accounting platform, TidyHQ's native two-way Xero sync is a practical advantage that eliminates manual reconciliation.
Sources
Claims in this comparison are based on publicly available information. Verify current pricing and features directly with each provider.
- 1MemberNova official website— Product overview and multi-chapter management features
- 2MemberNova on G2— User reviews for association management capabilities
- 3MemberNova chapter management— Multi-chapter features including roll-up reporting and role customisation