At a Glance
Ideal for
Open-source projects and companies wanting forums
Consider that
Hosting can be complex
Typical cost: $100/mo
Best For
Open-source projects and companies wanting forums
Product Screenshots
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About Discourse
Discourse is open-source forum software for modern communities. Rich discussions, moderation tools, and extensibility through plugins.
Key Features
Threaded discussions
Moderation tools
Trust levels
Plugins
Single sign-on
Email integration
Things to Consider
Hosting can be complex
Design can feel dated
Learning curve for mods
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Our Rating
4.0
Strong customer-support solution. Open-source projects and companies wanting forums.
Reviewed Dec 2025 by our editorial team
PricingFreemium
Est. Monthly Cost$0-300/mo
CategoryMarketing & Email, Customer Support
Founded2013
Last UpdatedDec 2025
Free Tier
Includes: Self-hosted is free
Note: Managed hosting starts at $100/mo