bbPress
6.2#9 in forum softwareFree planFree planWebSelf-hosted
VisitbbPress vs NodeBB
What both publish
| Fact | bbPress | NodeBB |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 | 2014 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Moderation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Private spaces | Yes | Yes |
| Spam protection | The features page says Akismet support is built in for spam protection. | NodeBB lists integration with Akismet, StopForumSpam, and Project Honeypot for spam prevention. |
| Support | The project provides community support forums with installation, troubleshooting, themes, and plugins sections. | Paid hosting plans list priority support, and NodeBB also points users to its community support forum. |
bbPress plans
- bbPressFree
NodeBB plans
- Starter$20 a month
- Hamlet$100 a month
- Village$250 a month
- City$750 a month
- Self-hostedFree
- Enterprise SolutionsPriced on request
Pick bbPress if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick NodeBB if…
NodeBB may suit organizations creating member forums, brand communities, or product support boards. It offers both hosted plans and free self-hosting, with installation options across several operating systems and cloud deployment.