Communi vs phpBB
| Communi | phpBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | self-hosted, Web |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | 27 /mo | — |
| Direct messaging | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | — |
| Mobile apps | native apps | web app |
| Moderation tools | — | advanced |
| Private groups | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Online Community Platforms. On Freedom251, phpBB scores higher on our published basis.