Side by side
Octo vs Thigmo
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 AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted+1
Octo combines private community features with branded apps and integrations. The free tier covers up to 99 users; larger groups may need a paid package or a custom proposal.
Visit Octo Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Thigmo combines a broad set of event, community, marketing, and CRM functions, with a free plan for unlimited members and events. Check the store limit and per-sale charge on Spark, or the monthly price of paid plans, against your needs.
Visit ThigmoThe facts
| Octo | Thigmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Kick Start: $29 a month | Catalyst: $70 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Octo | Not published |
| Website | getocto.com | thigmos.com |
| On community platforms | #6 of 126 | #10 of 126 |
Octo: what it does well
- Free plan supports up to 99 users.
- Includes feeds, discussions, polls, events, and surveys.
- Branded apps can be published in app stores.
- Offers moderation tools, private spaces, and custom domains.
- On-premise self-hosting is available.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 99 users.
- Kick Start costs $29 a month billed annually.
- Several paid plans do not list a price.
Thigmo: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited members and events.
- Events include tickets, waitlists, and QR check-in.
- Workflow builder lists 50+ triggers and 20+ actions.
- Donations have no Thigmo platform fee.
- Android, iOS, web, and API access.
What to know first
- Free store is limited to five products.
- Free plan charges 5% + $0.30 per paid sale.
- No free trial is listed.
- Paid plans start at $70/month.