Add On IDX vs IDX Broker

Add On IDX logo
Add On IDX embeds MLS property search widgets into virtually any website—Webflow, WordPress, Squarespace, Wix, and more—covering 450+ boards across the U.S. and Canada, with no long-term contracts.
$149/mo
IDX Broker logo
The most widely-deployed IDX data provider for US real estate — offers a WordPress plugin plus standalone hosted property-search pages.
$55-85/mo (+ Enterprise)

Add On IDX vs IDX Broker: feature comparison

FeatureAdd On IDXIDX Broker
Custom CSS / Design Control
Lead Capture Forms
Map-Based Search
Market Report Widgets
Multi-MLS Coverage
Saved Search / Client Alerts
Standalone Hosted Pages
WordPress Plugin

Add On IDX — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Supports virtually any website platform via JavaScript embed—not just WordPress
  • Covers 450+ MLS boards across the U.S. and Canada
  • Month-to-month billing with no long-term contracts
  • Webflow Premium Partner with native integration for modern no-code builds

Cons

  • MLS paperwork approval delays account activation by 1–7 business days
  • No demo environment available due to MLS data regulations—buyers must commit before testing
  • No standalone hosted IDX website; requires an existing website or builder
  • Higher starting price ($149/mo) than IDX Broker ($55/mo) or Showcase IDX ($59.95/mo)

IDX Broker — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Widest MLS coverage in the category
  • Mature WordPress plugin with thousands of deployments
  • Platinum tier offers deep custom CSS/design control
  • Standalone hosted pages work on any CMS

Cons

  • Data/search layer only — not a full website
  • Platinum tier required for most customization
  • Learning curve for non-technical agents
  • Some MLSs require separate setup fees