Compare Hivebrite and admidio on pricing, features, platforms, and ratings — both Community Platforms tools, Subscription / Enterprise vs Free (open source)…
At a Glance
Hivebrite
admidio
Primary category
Community Platforms
Community Platforms
Rating
Not documented
Not documented
Pricing model
Subscription / Enterprise
Free (open source)
Starting price
From $895/month (billed annually)
Free
Free plan
Not documented
Not documented
Free trial
Not documented
Not documented
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Web
Team collaboration
Not documented
Not documented
AI features
Yes
Not documented
Public API
Yes
Not documented
Pricing Compared
Starting price reflects the lowest paid tier, not the full cost for every team size or usage level.
Hivebrite
Core — From $895/month annual
Flex — From $1,995/month annual
Prime — Custom pricing annual/custom
Custom Fit — Custom pricing annual/custom
admidio
No individual plan breakdown documented yet.
Pros & Cons
Hivebrite
Pros
Comprehensive all-in-one platform covering directory, events, communication and monetization
AI-powered matching helps surface relevant connections within large communities
Strong fit for associations and alumni networks with complex governance needs
Every plan includes unlimited end users regardless of tier
Hands-on onboarding support included across all pricing tiers
Cons
Entry-level pricing at $895/month is high relative to smaller community platforms
Top two tiers require custom pricing negotiations rather than transparent rates
Steeper learning curve given the breadth of features aimed at large organizations
Not well suited for small creator communities or informal groups on a tight budget
Add-ons like mobile app and multi-language support are priced separately
admidio
Pros
Free and fully open source with no licensing cost
Purpose-built for clubs and associations, not a generic tool
Full data control through self-hosting
Long-running, actively maintained community project since 2004
Cons
Requires your own PHP web hosting to run
Interface is less modern than some commercial membership platforms
Smaller ecosystem and support base than mainstream SaaS alternatives
Use Cases
Hivebrite
Alumni network management — Universities and schools use Hivebrite to run branded alumni communities with directories, events and giving campaigns.
Professional association engagement — Trade and professional bodies use Hivebrite to manage member directories, events and communication at scale.
Enterprise brand communities — Enterprises build branded customer or partner communities using Hivebrite's monetization and group management tools.
admidio
Club and association membership management — Manage member records, roles, and communication for a nonprofit club or association.
Event registration for community groups — Run event sign-ups and registration for community organizations.
Document and photo sharing for members — Share files, documents, and photo albums within a member organization.