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Fandom vs VK
Both stand on community platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Choose Fandom if your fan community needs free, unlimited-size public wiki hosting with mobile editing and community features. Look elsewhere if the wiki must be private or needs UCP live chat or SMW.
Visit Fandom Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
VK combines communication, media, payments, and business services in one free platform. Its Android and web access is clear, while iOS availability is limited by the stated App Store removal.
Visit VKThe facts
| Fandom | VK | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | VK Видео Премиум: 299 RUB a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | VK |
| Website | fandom.com | vk.com |
| On community platforms | #25 of 126 | #29 of 126 |
Fandom: what it does well
- Free wiki hosting has no limit to wiki size.
- Confirmed-email users can create communities.
- Mobile editing offers visual and source modes.
- Wikis include role permissions and revision history.
- Communities can use Discussions, comments, walls, and blogs.
What to know first
- Wikis are public and cannot be made private.
- UCP wikis do not offer live chat.
- SMW cannot be enabled on UCP.
VK: what it does well
- Free plan with web, Android, and iOS support
- Unlimited-participant video calls without time limits
- Music, videos, games, podcasts, and live streams
- VK ID single account across services
- Moderation tools and private spaces
What to know first
- iOS apps were removed from the App Store
- Google Play reports broad data collection
- Premium video and music plans cost extra