bbPress vs Simple Machines Forum
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| Figure | bbPress | Simple Machines Forum |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Forum Software | 8.3 (#4) | 7.2 (#14) |
| Customization | The software supports customizable templates and extensions through plugins. | SMF 2.1 includes hooks and management controls to enable or disable integration hooks. |
| Support | The project provides community support forums with installation, troubleshooting, themes, and plugins sections. | The support site directs users to FAQs, community forum search, community questions, and the online manual. |
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