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BuddyBoss alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best BuddyBoss alternative for most people is Circle (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of course and community platforms. The best free one is FluentCommunity (2.8 GPA).
BuddyBoss compared with 6 alternatives: FluentCommunity, PeepSo, Circle, Mighty Networks, MemberPress and 1 more.
BuddyBoss is a paid product, starting at $399 per year at renewal, after a first year at $199. 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BuddyBossThis tool | From $399/yr | No | Web |
| FluentCommunity | Free plan · from $199/yr | Yes | Web |
| PeepSo | Free plan · from $149/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Circle | Free trial · from $89/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Mighty Networks | Free trial · from $79/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| MemberPress | From $399/yr | No | Web |
| Ultimate Member | Free plan | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
BuddyBoss starts at $33.25 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 5 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Circle and Mighty Networks score higher without starting lower. FluentCommunity and PeepSo start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from BuddyBoss
FluentCommunity
WordPress community and course plugin, free with paid Pro licenses
- FluentCommunity starts at $199 per year for 1 site.
- FluentCommunity has a free plan, which BuddyBoss lacks.
Suits: WordPress owners who want a community on their own domain
PeepSo
WordPress social network plugin with a free core and yearly bundles
- PeepSo starts at $149 per year for 1 site.
- PeepSo has a free plan, which BuddyBoss lacks.
- PeepSo also lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: WordPress sites that need a social network without a monthly platform fee
Circle
Community platform with courses, events, payments and branded apps
- Circle starts at $89 per month, billed annually ($99 billed monthly).
- Circle also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Circle also covers workflow automation and email campaigns.
- Circle does not cover templates, which BuddyBoss does.
Suits: Creators and brands whose main product is a community
Mighty Networks
Community platform with courses, livestreams and paid memberships
- Mighty Networks starts at $79 per month, billed annually ($950 a year).
- Mighty Networks also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Mighty Networks also covers workflow automation.
- Mighty Networks does not cover templates, which BuddyBoss does.
Suits: Hosts running a paid membership with courses and live events
MemberPress
WordPress plugin for paid memberships, courses and communities
- MemberPress starts at $399 per year at renewal, after a first year for $199.50.
- MemberPress does not cover templates, which BuddyBoss does.
Suits: Site owners who want to sell memberships on their own WordPress site
Ultimate Member
WordPress plugin for member profiles, sign-up and directories
- Ultimate Member has a free plan, which BuddyBoss lacks.
- Ultimate Member also covers forms.
- Ultimate Member does not cover templates and online courses, which BuddyBoss does.
Suits: WordPress sites that need member profiles and registration
Limits worth knowing in BuddyBoss
- Listed prices are introductory; the page says all renewals are at full price, so year two costs double.
- One license covers one production site; extra sites are $99 each.
- The mobile app is a separate subscription, and Done For You builds cost more.
- It runs only inside a self-hosted WordPress site; hosting is your job.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to BuddyBoss?
The alternatives to BuddyBoss in this directory are FluentCommunity, PeepSo, Circle, Mighty Networks, MemberPress and Ultimate Member. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with BuddyBoss.
Is there a free alternative to BuddyBoss?
Yes. FluentCommunity, PeepSo and Ultimate Member have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which BuddyBoss alternatives work on Android?
The BuddyBoss listing does not include an Android app. PeepSo, Circle and Mighty Networks list one.
Which BuddyBoss alternatives work on iOS?
The BuddyBoss listing does not include an iOS app. PeepSo, Circle and Mighty Networks list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.