NodeBB
8.3#7 in community platformsFrom $20 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitNodeBB vs ProBoards
What both publish
| Fact | NodeBB | ProBoards |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | NodeBB describes forums as useful for brand communities and product support boards. | ProBoards describes its forums as suitable for interest-based communities, business owners, and people seeking a hosted forum without managing software or servers. |
| Founded | 2014 | 2000 |
| Support | Paid hosting plans list priority support, and NodeBB also points users to its community support forum. | ProBoards advertises 24/7 support through its member support forum and help guide. |
NodeBB plans
- Starter$20 a month
- Hamlet$100 a month
- Village$250 a month
- City$750 a month
- Self-hostedFree
- Enterprise SolutionsPriced on request
ProBoards plans
- ProBoards free forum hostingFree
- Ad-Free (recurring subscription)$6 a month
- Ad-Free (month-to-month)$8 a month
- Change Forum URL$9.99, paid once
- Custom Domain Name$19.99 a year
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.
Pick ProBoards if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.