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Movim vs WP Discussion Board
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 LinuxSelf-hostedWeb
Movim brings social publishing, messaging, spaces, and conferencing together around XMPP. Its server choices and self-hosting model suit groups that want control over deployment, while mobile-app absence narrows platform options.
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WP Discussion Board adds forum functions directly to WordPress, with a free one-board edition and broader Pro organization tools. Choose a paid yearly or lifetime plan when site count or discussion features exceed the free limits.
Visit WP Discussion BoardThe facts
| Movim | WP Discussion Board | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Standard — yearly: $49 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 10 |
| Maker | Movim | Not published |
| Website | movim.eu | wpdiscussionboard.com |
| On community platforms | #43 of 126 | #47 of 126 |
Movim: what it does well
- Free and open-source XMPP platform
- OMEMO end-to-end encrypted chats
- Communities, Spaces, stories, and video calls
- Self-hosting and private server options
- Custom domains and moderation tools
What to know first
- No mobile apps are listed
- Self-hosting requires PHP 8.2 or newer
- MySQL is unsupported for deployment
WP Discussion Board: what it does well
- Free version available free of charge
- Role-based access restrictions in free and Pro
- Anti-spam and new-topic moderation
- Pro supports unlimited boards and categories
- Works with any WordPress theme
What to know first
- Free version limited to one board
- Registration approval requires Pro
- Paid support comes with paid licenses
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