Circle vs Discourse
| Circle | Discourse | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $89/mo | $100/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows | self-hosted |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | $89/mo | $100/mo |
| Event hosting | Yes | Yes |
| Private spaces | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Moderation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile apps | both | both |
Both are listed in Best Community Platforms, Best Online Community Platforms, Best Customer Community Software, Best Social Networking Software. On Freedom251, Discourse scores higher on our published basis.