Best Directory Software

Hi,

I'm looking to build a series of directories, but never built one before.

So far i've only come up with scripts that visually look really generic and out of date such as this one: http://www.esyndicat.com/ or various free ones.

I've also found this one that looks fantastic, but is WAY out of my price range: http://www.edirectory.com/

Does anyone have any recommendations for genuine good quality directory scripts? Free is good, but low cost (under $100 or so) is fine too. I just can't afford to pay $1500 for the edirectory one (or pay $99 a month as the other option - what a joke).

Thanks
Matt

 

edirectory is the best out there hands down, but the 2k is funny price

 

According to me phpld is the best software for the directory sites

 

Its 2 different thing... OP asked about edirectory.com type of stuff, customizable portal for about any niche, not link directory script.