Side by side

Compass vs Fluxer

Both stand on team chat apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Compass

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

Compass combines broad device support with team workspaces, integrations, and extensive administrative controls. Its free plan and trial allow evaluation, while larger organizations can choose self-hosting and directory-based access control on Enterprise.

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Fluxer

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+4

Fluxer combines broad platform support, multimedia chat, moderation, and self-hosting in a free offering. Check attachment retention and the Free plan limits before choosing it for file-heavy communities.

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The facts

	Compass	Fluxer
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows	Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Business: $4.89 a month	Plutonium: $49.99 a year
Plans published	2	3
Maker	Compass	Not published
Website	getcompass.com	fluxer.app
On team chat apps	#31 of 63	#27 of 63

Compass: what it does well

Works across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android
Unlimited, indefinitely retained chat history
Two-way chatbot integration with external services
Self-hosted Enterprise deployment available
30-day trial and free plan listed

What to know first

Business and Enterprise plans have different member limits
Enterprise self-hosting is limited to Enterprise
Paid plans are billed monthly

Fluxer: what it does well

Free plan supports 100 communities
Available across desktop, mobile, and web
Self-hosting has no reduced edition
Voice includes screen sharing and camera
Moderation tools include roles and bans

What to know first

Older attachments expire automatically
Free uploads are limited to 25 MB
Bot integrations are only planned
Account support is not available by phone

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