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In this side-by-side look at two self-development communities, CLUES leads at 5.0/5 compared to The Iron Circle at 4.8/5. CLUES has 11 member reviews and The Iron Circle has 6. Members of CLUES talk most about community support; for The Iron Circle it's community support. 100% of CLUES reviewers would recommend it, vs 100% for The Iron Circle. All ratings come from real member reviews. The full breakdown below should help you decide.
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CLUES
The Iron CircleCLUES comes out ahead on ratings, review count, or recommendation rate. That said, The Iron Circle might still be the better pick depending on what you're after. The review themes above break down what each one does well.
My favorite community experience on Skool at the moment!
CLUES is a special place because of its unique charismatic leader. Ruben ensures an utmost level of integration and organization of all the parts that go into a fleshed out, thriving community. When you decide to go with the current no-brainer offer that gets you the Premium package at a heavily reduced price, Ruben personally audits your community within days! The feedback provided is very very helpful. There are so many things for you to improve upon that only an outsider can notice. Except not just any outsider, but one who knows how to engineer the near-perfect Skool community culture in their own community. Inside CLUES, this dedication to excellence is on the daily agenda.
Max Orlewicz · Mar 21, 2026
Curiosity Leaves CLUES
I have enjoyed the challenges and how my own curiosity has been re-sparked. A great community of adventurers supporting each other.
Mary N. · Mar 10, 2026
Curiosity is what drives us all - especially inside CLUES
Ruben is amazing guy, always curious and friendly, making everyone feel great. I’ve joined to learn what works and what not for making my own community engage better, and I’ve learned many lessons just seeing what Ruben does and how he interacts with everyone.
Moshe Mikanovsky · Mar 9, 2026
I recommend the Iron Circle community.
I recommend the Iron Circle community. Great people and everyone is motivated and helpful.
Fred Grambs · Jun 18, 2026
I really enjoy the community.
I really enjoy the community. The men are incredibly knowledgeable and supportive. The resources are very detailed and well layed out.
Adam Nichol · Jun 17, 2026
Refreshing, inspired and community
As the co- founder I’ve found myself be blessed by the very men I’m trying to bless. What an encouragement it is to be in The Iron Cirlce
Zeke Medders · Feb 26, 2026
CLUES scores higher (5.0 vs 4.9), based on ratings, review count, and trust signals. But the right pick depends on what you need from a community.
CLUES is free and The Iron Circle is free. Check the member reviews to see whether the price feels worth it for each one.
CLUES is rated 5.0/5 across 11 reviews, with members praising community support. The Iron Circle is rated 4.8/5 across 6 reviews, with members highlighting community support.
Yes. There are plenty of other self-development communities with member reviews. Browse the Self-Development directory or check the best self-development communities page for the complete ranked list.