Simple Machines Forum vs WoltLab Suite
Simple Machines Forum
simplemachines.org
WoltLab Suite
woltlab.comSide by side
| Figure | Simple Machines Forum | WoltLab Suite |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | €35.95/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 8 |
| Spec score · Forum Software | 7.2 (#14) | 7.6 (#12) |
| Product | SMF is free and open-source community forum software for setting up an online community. | WoltLab Suite is community and forum software for brands, businesses, and communities. |
| Security | SMF 2.1 upgrades password hashing to bcrypt and uses unique form tokens to help prevent CSRF attacks. | The product describes user permissions, one-way password storage, optional multi-factor authentication, and SSL/TLS support. |
| Support | The support site directs users to FAQs, community forum search, community questions, and the online manual. | Cloud plans include official ticket support; higher plans add extra support seats, priority processing, or video conference training. |
Plans
WoltLab Suite
- Starter (monthly)€39.95 a month
- Professional (monthly)€79.95 a month
- Self-Hosted License€129.99, paid once
- Business (monthly)€249.95 a month
- Starter (annual)€431.40 a year
- Professional (annual)€863.40 a year
- Business (annual)€2,699.40 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
Simple Machines Forum
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WoltLab Suite
WoltLab Suite has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.