Alternatives to Mastodon

Mastodon is a Social Media tool: A decentralized, open-source social media platform and alternative to larger apps like X and Threads. Here are the 2 closest alternatives, compared on pricing, features and what real users say.

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The 2 closest alternatives to Mastodon

Ranked by how closely each one overlaps with Mastodon on category and features.

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Meta Platforms (Threads)
Social Platform
A text-based conversation app from Meta, designed for real-time updates and public conversations.
Pricing:
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Quora
Social Media
Quora is a global knowledge-sharing platform connecting people to share insights on various topics and providing a unique platform to learn and connect with others.
- Global Knowledge Sharing,
- AI Language Model Platform,
- B2B Audience Targeting
Pricing:
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Community sentiment is our own count of how positive, negative or neutral the discussions we track about each tool are, across the subreddits where its users actually post. It is not a star rating and it is not a review score. Pricing reflects each vendor's public plans and can change, so check the provider for the current price.

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More Social Media alternatives to Mastodon

Company	Rating	Visit
LemmyA decentralized, open-source social link aggregator and discussion platform for communities.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
ManyverseManyverse is a social network client that uses a peer-to-peer protocol, allowing users to create and share content offline and without central servers.	Not rated	Visit site
THThreadsA social media platform owned by Meta.	Not rated
X (formerly Twitter)Global digital town square for real-time information and conversation.	Not rated	Visit site
BLBluesky	Not rated
MetaLeading social media and technology platform connecting billions of people globally.	4.0 out of 5 (2)	Visit site
TikTokTikTok is a short-form video platform that enables users to create, share, and discover entertaining content globally.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
XiaohongshuA social media and e-commerce platform focused on lifestyle content.	Not rated	Visit site
AutomatticThe company behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Tumblr, and Jetpack, empowering individuals and businesses to build and manage their online presence.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
ShakerShaker is a social platform that creates engaging online experiences for communities and events through interactive virtual spaces.	Not rated	Visit site
PieA social app for connecting people in real life through communities and events, leveraging AI for matching and fostering real-world friendships.	Not rated	Visit site
ShapesThe app bringing humans and AI into the same group chats.	Not rated	Visit site
YopeA private social network focused on micro-communities without algorithms or ads.	Not rated	Visit site
CivitaiA leading open-source generative AI community for creating, sharing, and discovering AI-generated media.	3.3 out of 5 (3)	Visit site
WhatsAppA free, cross-platform messaging and voice-over-IP service owned by Meta Platforms.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
LetterboxdA social network for film lovers to track, discover, and share their movie tastes.	Not rated	Visit site
RedditA community-driven platform for news aggregation, discussion, and content sharing.	Not rated	Visit site
PinterestA visual discovery engine for finding ideas like recipes, home and style inspiration, and more.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
TwitchA live streaming platform focused on video games, esports, and creative content, enabling millions to interact and create entertainment together.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site
RobloxA global platform for shared experiences that empowers people to imagine, create, and share experiences with others.	3.0 out of 5 (1)	Visit site

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Mastodon alternatives: common questions

What are the closest alternatives to Mastodon?

Meta Platforms (Threads) and Quora are the closest alternatives to Mastodon by feature overlap and category. Each one is compared above on pricing, features and community sentiment.

Is there a free alternative to Mastodon?

None of the 2 closest alternatives to Mastodon lists a free plan. Pricing is each vendor's own published plans and can change, so confirm on the provider's site before paying.

How are these Mastodon alternatives chosen and ranked?

Alternatives are ranked by how closely each overlaps with Mastodon on category and features. Community sentiment is our own count of positive, negative and neutral discussions across the subreddits where users post, not a star rating. Pricing is each vendor's published plans which can change, and visitor ratings are votes from our visitors.