BuddyPress
6.4#16 in community building platformsFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitBuddyPress vs NodeBB
What both publish
| Fact | BuddyPress | NodeBB |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2008 | 2014 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Moderation tools | Yes | Yes |
| Private spaces | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The project provides a community support forum for questions and troubleshooting. | Paid hosting plans list priority support, and NodeBB also points users to its community support forum. |
BuddyPress plans
- BuddyPressFree
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 BuddyPress if…
BuddyPress suits site owners building a WordPress-based community for a campus, company, niche interest, or product. It is for self-hosted sites that can meet its listed server requirements.
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.