Compare Disciple and Khoros Communities on pricing, features, platforms, and ratings — both Community Platforms tools, Subscription vs Enterprise / Custom…
At a Glance
Disciple
Khoros Communities
Primary category
Community Platforms
Community Platforms
Rating
Not documented
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Pricing model
Subscription
Enterprise / Custom
Starting price
$399/month (billed annually)
Custom pricing
Free plan
Not documented
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Free trial
Not documented
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Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Web
Team collaboration
Not documented
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AI features
Not documented
Yes
Public API
Yes
Yes
Pricing Compared
Starting price reflects the lowest paid tier, not the full cost for every team size or usage level.
Disciple
Branded App — $399/month (annual) or $469/month (quarterly) Annual or quarterly
Branded App Plus — $599/month (annual) or $699/month (quarterly) Annual or quarterly
Branded App Pro — $999/month (annual) or $1,169/month (quarterly) Annual or quarterly
Fully white-labeled, independently app-store-listed iOS and Android apps
0% transaction fees on member and course revenue across all plans
Combines community, courses, and livestreaming in a single platform
No coding required to launch and configure the app
Cons
Entry pricing starts at $399/month, higher than many community-platform alternatives
Admin seats, groups, and video minutes are capped on lower tiers
Monetizable courses require the Plus tier or above
Custom Organisation-tier pricing is not publicly listed, requiring a sales conversation
Khoros Communities
Pros
Long operating history in enterprise community software via the Lithium lineage
Strong SEO and ticket-deflection focus for high-traffic consumer brands
Combines community, social customer care, and marketing in one suite
Deep gamification and moderation tooling built for very large communities
Proven at scale with recognizable enterprise customers
Cons
No published pricing, requiring a sales process to get a quote
Enterprise contract values are high, out of reach for small and mid-market teams
Implementation and configuration can require significant setup time
Recent ownership changes (Vista to IgniteTech) may affect roadmap continuity
No self-serve free trial or free tier
Use Cases
Disciple
Creator and coaching membership communities — Coaches and creators launch a branded app combining paid courses, group discussion, and livestreams for their audience.
Brand and fan communities — Brands and artists build a dedicated, ad-free space for fans and customers separate from mainstream social platforms.
Khoros Communities
Customer support deflection — Brands host peer-to-peer support forums so customers can resolve issues without contacting paid support agents.
Product feedback and ideation — Companies collect and prioritize customer feature requests and feedback through structured idea boards.
Brand community building — Consumer brands create branded spaces for enthusiasts to discuss products and build loyalty.