Community Platforms Compared (2026): Skool, Mighty Networks and Circle
We summarize what each platform publishes about its plans. We do not score or rate these tools, and we have not used them hands-on.
Community platforms differ most in how they charge: Skool takes a transaction fee that drops on its higher plan, Mighty Networks and Circle charge more per month and sell add-ons.
| Platform | Lowest published plan | Next plan |
|---|---|---|
| Skool | Hobby $9/month, 10% fee | Pro $99/month, 2.9% fee |
| Mighty Networks | Launch $79/month ($950/year) | Scale $179/month |
| Circle | Professional $89/mo (annual billing) | Business $199/mo |
All three host courses inside the community. For course-first platforms, see online course platforms compared.
Last checked 2026-11-04: prices taken from each vendor's public pricing page, in USD before tax. Plans change, so confirm on the vendor's site before you pay.