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Clever Container vs Thirty-One Gifts

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Lowest cost to start

Clever Container ($49)

Highest personal commission

Thirty-One Gifts (34%)

Longest track record

Thirty-One Gifts (since 2003)

Best rated by members

Tie at 5.0 ★: Clever Container, Thirty-One Gifts

Clever ContainerNo longer operating
Thirty-One GiftsNo longer operating
The company
FoundedLongevity is the first thing the industry looks at.
2006 · 20 yrs
2003 · 23 yrsBest
Headquarters
Lake Zurich, IL
Flower Mound, TX
Reps are called
Consultants
Consultants
Estimated repsCompany-reported field force size.
1,600
100,000
Cost to start
Starter kitWhat you pay to begin selling.
$49–$99Best
$99
Sales to earn the kit backMinimum kit ÷ minimum personal commission. Lower is better.
$245 in retail sales
$495 in retail sales
How you get paid
Personal commissionYour cut of what you sell yourself.
20–33%
20–34%Best
Downline commissionOverrides on sales made by people you recruit.
2%
2–9%
Plan typeSingle-level pays on your sales only; multi-level adds overrides on a team.
Multi-level
Multi-level
On Direct Sales Aid
Member ratingPublished reviews from Direct Sales Aid members.
5.09 reviews
5.014 reviews
Consultants listed
News articles
Fan votesReaders of this comparison picking a favourite.
2 · 100%
0 · 0%
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  • Starter kit is the up-front purchase to begin selling. Some companies also charge an annual renewal or a website fee; check the company page.
  • Personal commission is your cut of your own retail sales. Downline commission is what you earn on sales by people you recruit; a plan with no downline pay is single-level, one with overrides is multi-level.
  • Sales to earn the kit back divides the minimum kit by the minimum commission. It is the retail volume you must sell before the kit has paid for itself, before any other costs.
  • Most multi-level plans publish an income disclosure statement. Ask for it, and read it, before you sign. Typical participants earn far less than the top ranks.
  • Figures are company-reported and can change. Spot something out of date? Tell us.

What members say

Thirty-One Gifts
Thirty-One Gifts
Jennifer Pasalakis Wessner wrote 2 years ago

Joining Thirty-one has been a blessing for both me and my family. I joined looking to just earn a little extra money to fill the gap of being a new stay at home mom. Thirty-one quickly became a fun hobby that helped me meet so many amazing people. The products are ones I personally use and love to gift to others. Personalization makes such a difference when gift giving and shows you took time to think of that person. Whether you are looking to save money on your own gifts or to earn extra money, I encourage you to consider the ease of Thirty-one Gifts!

Thirty-One Gifts
Thirty-One Gifts
Jerri Allaster wrote 5 years ago

I have been a customer of Thirty-One Gifts for about 5 years, and I have never been disappointed! I have loved it so much that I started selling these products about 6 months ago. These products are a high quality, reasonable pricing and shipping cost. I particularly love the ability to personalize purchases, so that they stand out even more! I am proud to be an Independent Consultant for these products!

Thirty-One Gifts
Thirty-One Gifts
Karen Barnes wrote 6 years ago

Excellent, honest company! Works very hard to please all customers! Excellent products that last for a long time!

Clever Container
Clever Container
Mindy Allen wrote 8 years ago

The products are high quality and unique. They are well priced and really fit different problem areas I have in my house. The modular closet system has transformed my closet into something I can actually use AND find my clothes and outfits easily! I love the home organizing workshop format and having the ability to try new products in my home before I buy them!

Clever Container
Clever Container
Ronald Nelson wrote 8 years ago

Unlike most direct sales companies that are geared towards women, this company has great potential for great advancements for male consultants. As of today (05/06/18) we have no male Directors or above. I am looking for some guys who want to make some cash and have fun. Our products are great for every room in your house from the closet to bathroom to office to your garage. You really should check out our new catalog and decide for yourself.

Clever Container
Clever Container
Ann Rogers wrote 9 years ago

When looking for a Direct Sales Company to represent, I wanted a line of products for which I had a passion. I love an organized home and want an environment where I can see what I have so I don't spend my life "looking" for the things I have....I want to make room for life!! I found that company in Clever Container. How about you? I would love to welcome you to my team of consultants so we can help others make room for life with Clever Container products!!

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