Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) vs WishList Member
Updated 5 Oct 2026. 25 features compared side by side.
Membership plugin formerly called Restrict Content Pro, now Kadence Memberships: free core with Stripe billing, Pro via Kadence bundles.
Premium WordPress membership plugin with unlimited levels, drip content, CourseCure LMS and 20+ payment-provider integrations.
Choose Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) if…
- You want to start with a free version
Choose WishList Member if…
- You need Zapier / automation
WishList Member has 1 that Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) lacks, including Zapier / automation. Both include 23 of the 25 features we track.
At a glance
Feature comparison
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Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) WishList MemberAccess & content6/66/6
Free version allows unlimited levels with custom duration, price and signup fee.
Unlimited modular membership levels and upgrade paths on all plans.
Restrict posts, pages, post types, categories, menus and widgets in free.
Protect posts, pages, categories and custom post types.
Drip Content is one of the Pro add-ons (paid, via Kadence Pro).
Drip content scheduling and content archiving included.
Option to show content excerpts to non-members in the free plugin.
Sneak-peek display shows part of protected content to visitors.
Download Monitor and member downloads add-ons (Pro); no native direct-file blocking.
File and folder protection included on every plan.
Official LearnDash add-on grants course access by level; needs Pro.
Built-in CourseCure LMS plus LearnDash, LifterLMS, Tutor and Sensei integrations.
Payments & billing8/88/8
Stripe is included in the free version.
Stripe integration with embedded or popup payment forms.
PayPal (plus Authorize.net and Braintree) requires Pro.
PayPal is among the built-in payment provider integrations.
Auto-renewing memberships available in the free version.
Recurring subscriptions through Stripe plans and other connected providers.
Free trials with expiry notices are a Pro feature.
Trial periods supported via connected payment providers.
Percentage or flat discount codes require Pro.
No native coupon engine; uses the payment provider's coupons (e.g. Stripe coupon field).
Upgrades and downgrades with proration included free.
Prorated level upgrades available through the Stripe integration.
Printable, brandable invoices; no built-in tax/VAT calculation documented.
Can let Stripe calculate subscription tax; no own invoicing documented.
Group Accounts add-on lets one account manage multiple members (Pro).
Team accounts included on every plan.
Members & experience4/54/5
Auto-generated account, profile editor and billing pages in free.
Self-serve member dashboard on all plans.
Custom sign-up fields need code; docs provide a custom fields tutorial.
Customisable registration forms included.
No native directory; integrates with BuddyPress or Ultimate Member for profiles.
No native directory; profile types can sync with BuddyBoss.
bbPress and BuddyPress integration add-ons (Pro).
Official BuddyBoss integration syncs levels with groups and profile types.
Activation, renewal, expiry and failed-payment emails free; templates in Pro.
Built-in member email notifications.
Integrations & tools5/66/6
Free version restricts WooCommerce products; member discounts add-on in Pro.
WooCommerce works as a payment provider to grant membership levels.
Mailchimp, AWeber, ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign and more as Pro add-ons.
Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, ConvertKit, Drip, AWeber, MailerLite and more.
No official Zapier app; available via third-party tools like WP Webhooks.
Zapier integration plus built-in automation tools.
Detailed earnings reports and analytics are a Pro feature.
Admin dashboard with member stats; no in-depth revenue/churn reporting.
CSV import and export of members in the free plugin.
Import members from CSV into membership levels.
Documented REST API, 60+ actions and filters, and WP-CLI commands.
Extensible API included on all plans.
Statuses: Yes Pro Add-on Partial 3rd-party No ?
Pricing compared
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) Freemium
| Free | $0 |
|---|---|
| Free (Kadence Memberships) | Free per year, Unlimited |
| Kadence Pro | $299 per year, Not stated |
| Kadence Elite | $499 per year, Not stated |
WishList Member Premium
| Basic | $299 per year, 1 site |
|---|---|
| Plus | $499 per year, 2 sites |
| Pro | $699 per year, 5 sites |
Downloads trend
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships)
1,798 downloads last week
WishList Member
No WordPress.org download data (premium-only plugin).
Verdict
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) and WishList Member are closely matched on features (90/100 and 92/100). The differences are in the details: WishList Member adds Zapier / automation. Only Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) has a free version. Check the features you rely on in the table below before deciding.
Biggest differences
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships): third-party. WishList Member: included. Zapier integration plus built-in automation tools.
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FAQ
Which is better, Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) or WishList Member?
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) and WishList Member are closely matched on features (90/100 and 92/100). The differences are in the details: WishList Member adds Zapier / automation. Only Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) has a free version. Check the features you rely on in the table below before deciding.
Which has more features?
WishList Member includes 24 of the 25 features we track, against 23 for Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships). Feature count is only part of the picture; check which of the differences matter to you.
Is Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) free?
Restrict Content Pro (Kadence Memberships) has a free version on WordPress.org. Paid plans start at $299/yr.
Is WishList Member free?
WishList Member is premium only. Paid plans start at $299/yr.
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