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Khoros alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Khoros alternative for most people is Circle (2.8 GPA), first in our ranking of course and community platforms. The best free one is Discourse (2.6 GPA).
Khoros compared with 5 alternatives: Bettermode, Discourse, Disciple Media, Circle and Mighty Networks.
Khoros's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 5 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KhorosThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Bettermode | Free trial · from $149/mo | Trial only | Web |
| Discourse | Free plan · from $100/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Disciple Media | Free trial · from $599/mo | Trial only | 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 |
How each one differs from Khoros
Bettermode
Branded community platform with Q&A, events and AI search
- Bettermode starts at $149 per month, billed yearly ($199 billed monthly).
- Bettermode also covers team chat.
Suits: Companies building a customer or product community on their own domain
Discourse
Open-source discussion forum software with hosted plans
- Discourse starts at $100 per month.
- Discourse has a free plan, which Khoros lacks.
- Discourse also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Discourse is open source, according to its own site.
- Discourse also covers team chat.
Suits: Public forums, support communities and product feedback boards
Disciple Media
White-label community app for iOS, Android and web
- Disciple Media starts at $599 per month, billed yearly.
- Disciple Media also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Disciple Media also covers online courses.
- Disciple Media does not cover AI search, which Khoros does.
Suits: Organizations that want a community inside its own branded mobile app
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, email campaigns and online courses.
- Circle does not cover AI search, which Khoros 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 and online courses.
- Mighty Networks does not cover AI search, which Khoros does.
Suits: Hosts running a paid membership with courses and live events
Limits worth knowing in Khoros
- No prices are published; every plan is sold through sales, so cost could not be verified.
- Aimed at enterprise customers; no self-serve sign-up or free plan was found on the site.
- The old khoros.com address now redirects to khoros.ai.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Khoros?
The alternatives to Khoros in this directory are Bettermode, Discourse, Disciple Media, Circle and Mighty Networks. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Khoros.
Is there a free alternative to Khoros?
Yes. Discourse has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Khoros alternatives work on Android?
The Khoros listing does not include an Android app. Discourse, Disciple Media, Circle and Mighty Networks list one.
Which Khoros alternatives work on iOS?
The Khoros listing does not include an iOS app. Discourse, Disciple Media, Circle and Mighty Networks list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Khoros?
Discourse is described as open source on its own site.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 17, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.