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The Free Man and Written Identity are tied at 5.0/5 in this head-to-head comparison. The Free Man has 6 member reviews and Written Identity has 6. Members of The Free Man talk most about community support; for Written Identity it's community support. 100% of The Free Man reviewers would recommend it, vs 100% for Written Identity. All ratings come from real member reviews. The full breakdown below should help you decide.
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The Free Man
Written IdentityThe Free Man and Written Identity are close across ratings, reviews, and recommendations. It comes down to what matters to you. The themes and pricing above should help you decide.
I really enjoy being part of Matt’s community.
I really enjoy being part of Matt’s community. You can tell he truly cares about us. He shows up consistently, checks in often, and makes sure everyone feels seen and supported. He creates space for real, thoughtful conversations, not just surface-level posts. And what stands out is how knowledgeable he is while still being approachable and genuine. There’s a lot of value in what he shares, but it always comes from a place of wanting to help. It’s a great space to be in, and I’m grateful to be part of it.
Casey Fox · Apr 19, 2026
Great community
Lots off great and helpful info. Solid community for helping one another.
craig Igster101 (Igster101) · Jan 28, 2026
An excellent investment of time
I have been in several Mens groups in my time and I have always been drawn to authenticity and men being REAL. By that I mean, saying exactly what is going on with you, even if it is negative. Matt keeps it real. I read some of his posts and they just resonated with me, so I joined his group. From there we connected 1:1 and I'm very glad to have him as part of my journey. He provides support where necessary but will also give it to you straight. This community will be a part of my journey for a long time to come. So if you are looking for a place to invest some time and have it well spent, you have arrived.
Andrew Brooks · Jan 27, 2026
This group met me when I didn't know I needed it most.
This group met me when I didn't know I needed it most. Ali instantly welcomed me to the space. I can pour it all out with no worries, no BS, and no fakeness! It's real, raw and genuine.
Sarina Irizarry · Apr 7, 2026
This community has helped me find clarity over confused thoughts, my...
This community has helped me find clarity over confused thoughts, my overthinking mind even when messy, this was perfect way to connect with authentic self and others sharing my story. I got to grow and learn some fun facts. I do struggle being creative but Alli has made it easier for me too express, I even wrote a poem for my lost daughter. Grief expressed even when messy, written identity shared with others to spread Compassion and understanding 🙏 thank you truly!
Florentina Fuller · Apr 6, 2026
Such an Empowering Space!
I love being part of this community which values authenticity while also holding space for safely exploring. Frameworks encouraging personal exploration without judgement from ourselves (our worst critics) or others. Alli is funny, raw and so profound
Jill Hart · Jan 24, 2026
Both have a ProveWorth Score of 5.0. It's a toss-up on paper. Read the member reviews above to see which one fits what you're looking for.
The Free Man is free and Written Identity is free. Check the member reviews to see whether the price feels worth it for each one.
The Free Man is rated 5.0/5 across 6 reviews, with members praising community support. Written Identity is rated 5.0/5 across 6 reviews, with members highlighting community support.
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