How much do MicroConf Masterminds cost?

There's a one-off application fee scaled to your ARR, from US$250 (US$500 to US$5K ARR) up to US$2,500 (above US$500K ARR). It includes one year of rematching.

Who can join a MicroConf Mastermind?

You need at least US$500 in ARR, or to have founded or co-founded a business before. The FAQ describes the audience as B2B SaaS founders.

When does MicroConf Mastermind matching open?

The page says matching opens again in Fall 2026, and you can join the waitlist to hear first.

Can I get a refund on a MicroConf Mastermind fee?

Only if they can't place you. Once your group introduction is sent, refunds are no longer available.

MicroConf Masterminds: price, who can join and alternatives

MicroConf Masterminds at a glance

What	Detail	Source
Application fee	The fee is scaled to ARR: US$250 at US$500 to US$5K ARR, US$450 at US$5K to US$25K, US$750 at US$25K to US$100K, US$1,500 at US$100K to US$500K, and US$2,500 above US$500K.	microconf.com
Eligibility	You need at least US$500 in ARR, or to have founded or co-founded a business before.	microconf.com
Waitlist	Matching is closed for now and the page says it reopens in Fall 2026 (northern autumn).	microconf.com
Matching	A proprietary system recommends groups, then a person reviews every application.	microconf.com
Cadence	Groups commit to at least two months of sessions at a cadence they choose, with the first meeting within two weeks of matching.	microconf.com
What's included	Two live mentor sessions, weekly conversation prompts, a hub to share resources and track goals, and one year of rematching.	microconf.com
Refunds	No refunds unless they can't place you; once your group introduction is sent, refunds end. The refund policy page says refunds aren't available for the matching service.	microconf.com
Size claims	It says it has made over 1,000 mastermind matches across more than 50 countries and 20 time zones.	microconf.com

Who it suits

B2B SaaS founders with at least US$500 ARR who want a small accountability group.
Founders outside the US, since it says matches span 50+ countries and 20 time zones.

Who it doesn't suit

Pre-revenue first-time founders, who don't meet the US$500 ARR or previous-business rule.
Anyone wanting a refundable trial, since refunds end once your group introduction is sent.

Alternatives to MicroConf Masterminds

Community	Price	Entry rule
Indie Hackers	Free to join; Indie Hackers Plus US$198 a year	Open
MicroConf Connect	US$49 a month or US$499 a year, paid once accepted; 30-day refund	Short application, reviewed within 3 business days; paused until 17 November
Remote Builders (ours)	Free	Instant join; directory profiles and dinner seats checked by hand
CEO Pavilion	Not shown on the CEO page	US$5M to US$500M ARR; six hub cities; application
Dynamite Circle	US$697 a year	US$100K+ annual revenue to apply
Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO)	US$2,470 global dues plus US$3,500 initiation, prorated by join month, plus chapter dues	US$1M+ revenue; chapter interview
Founders Network	US$75, US$134 or US$249 a month, billed annually	Invite-only; committee review
Hampton	Annual dues, amount not published; 45-day refund	US$3M+ revenue or raised, or US$10M+ exit; 18 chapter cities

Compare all 54 founder communities, each row dated.

Questions about MicroConf Masterminds

How much do MicroConf Masterminds cost?: There's a one-off application fee scaled to your ARR, from US$250 (US$500 to US$5K ARR) up to US$2,500 (above US$500K ARR). It includes one year of rematching.
Who can join a MicroConf Mastermind?: You need at least US$500 in ARR, or to have founded or co-founded a business before. The FAQ describes the audience as B2B SaaS founders.
When does MicroConf Mastermind matching open?: The page says matching opens again in Fall 2026, and you can join the waitlist to hear first.
Can I get a refund on a MicroConf Mastermind fee?: Only if they can't place you. Once your group introduction is sent, refunds are no longer available.