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Easiest directory theme to work with?

by mmsearch
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Hi

I am planning on building a few directories and or coupon sites in my city.

I have read many of the threads about directory themes bit looking for some specific feedback.

Specifically, i would like to find a theme that is newbie friendly in terms of ease of use and hopefully doesnt
Have a huge learning curve.
Looking for something that is easy to set up, easy to add listings/coupons/advertising etc as well as
Easy payments set up.

The two themes that have caught my eye so far are premiumpress and appthemes.

Not sure how easy they are to set up.

If anyone has experience with these or have some knowledge of others please let me know.

Much appreciated.
#directory #easiest #theme #work
  • Profile picture of the author Marketer Matt
    Hey there. I'll find just about everything you want to know here:

    Local Business Directory Themes - Geo Places, Geo Theme, City Guide, Vantage Comparison Reviews

    I compared the top local directory themes out there against each other for one of my own projects and that post contains my research.

    Both directorypress and vantage (by appthemes) are about the same in terms of user-friendliness, but you're going to have to expect a learning curve with any theme that is as robust as these are.

    If you still have questions after your read that post, just contact me through that site, and I'd be more than happy to help answer any other questions you might have.
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  • Profile picture of the author mmsearch
    Thanks for the link

    Very informative. I do have more questions so i will send them.
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  • Profile picture of the author redcell1
    There are a few plugins that are supposed to be used or local directories. This would allow you to be flexible on the design of the site but still have the features you want.
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    Just here to see the shenanigans.

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    • Profile picture of the author MarkJez
      I use BusinessDirectoryPlugin.com for one of my client sites.

      It's a free plugin, but there are extra add-ons which cost.

      wordpress.org/extend/plugins/business-directory-plugin/

      In terms of themes, I have used DirectoryPress by Premium Press and Vantage by App Themes.

      These are both exceptionally good products.

      However, in my opinion, the directory theme market leader is GeoTheme.

      It has more features than the other directory themes, but, not surprisingly, it has a steeper learning curve. Fortunately, there are video tutorials which guide you through it.

      If you like the idea of a large Google map with colored pins representing your advertisers, and clickable links to their details, then it's the best IMHO.

      Otherwise go for one of the others.
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      Mark Jerram

      http://www.bouncycastlemanufacturers.org.uk

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  • Profile picture of the author pmarketing
    eDirectory.com - Online Directory Software Solution, Custom Development, Business Directory Script, PHP . Cost $, but is worth it.
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