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eXo Platform vs Linchpin

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

eXo Platform

Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+2

Choose eXo Platform if your organization needs an integrated digital workplace with intranet, collaboration, knowledge, and engagement features. The 14-day Hubs trial offers a way to evaluate the SaaS service, and the community version is available for customer deployment. Look elsewhere if you need a free hosted plan or a paid option without the listed 10-user minimum on Platinum.

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Linchpin

Free trial AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted+1

Linchpin combines intranet publishing, collaboration, personalization, directories, and event support around Confluence. Its pricing and Confluence dependency make it a substantial organizational purchase, while the 30-day test environment offers a way to evaluate it.

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The facts

eXo PlatformLinchpin
Free planA free trialA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, WebAndroid, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planSee the plansLinchpin intranet — up to 500 users: $29,250 a year
Plans published610
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteexoplatform.comlinchpin-intranet.com
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eXo Platform: what it does well

  • Combines communication, collaboration, knowledge, and content management.
  • Available on web, iOS, Android, and through APIs.
  • Version 7.2 supports cloud, private cloud, and on-premise deployment.
  • Integrations include email, calendars, identity providers, and document systems.
  • Security features include SSO, LDAP, and two-factor authentication.

What to know first

  • There is no free plan.
  • The listed Platinum plan requires at least 10 users.
  • Platinum pricing uses annual billing.

Linchpin: what it does well

  • Personalized content by language, role, and location
  • More than 25 communication and collaboration macros
  • Native iOS and Android mobile apps
  • Supports self-hosted and hosted deployment
  • Includes employee directory and audience targeting

What to know first

  • Confluence license is required separately
  • No free plan
  • Plans start at $29,250/yr
  • Mobile connects to Server or Data Center instances

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