Side by side
Adboard vs ShopClass
Both stand on classifieds software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
Adboard includes core listing management, search, user roles, and a protected API, with Docker Compose and SQLite support. Buyers should account for its listed technical prerequisite and the fact that payments and mobile apps remain planned features.
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Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb
ShopClass offers flexible listing formats, search, and moderation for operators prepared to manage self-hosted software. Note that events and rentals do not include booking.
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| Adboard | ShopClass | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | mindstellar.com |
| On classifieds software | #4 of 26 | #1 of 26 |
Adboard: what it does well
- Free plan and MIT License.
- Search filters include category, title, and region.
- Listings support multiple photos and user comments.
- Provides protected REST API endpoints.
What to know first
- Payments are listed as planned, not available.
- Mobile applications are listed as planned.
- Seller messaging and payment collection are not available.
ShopClass: what it does well
- Category-specific forms built without code
- Search includes location, price, keywords, and photos
- Built-in moderation and abuse controls
- Listings and user data stay under operator control
- Free plan has no per-listing fees
What to know first
- Requires PHP 8.0 or later
- Events and rentals have no booking
- Operators provide their own hosting
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