Circle vs Discord vs Slack: Community Platform Comparison for Startups
Paid community platform showdown. Tested Circle, Discord, and Slack for building member communities. Features, moderation, and monetization compared.
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Max Beech
Head of Content
TL;DR
- Best for paid communities: Circle (built for monetization, courses, member profiles)
- Best for gaming/creators: Discord (free, engaging, great for large communities)
- Best for professional communities: Slack (familiar interface, integrations, professional context)
- Pricing: Circle £89/mo, Discord free-£10/user, Slack free-£12/user
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