The community software you actually need, not the one we'd rather sell.
BuddyPress, BuddyBoss, PeepSo, FluentCommunity, bbPress, Jetonomy or BuddyNext: we help you choose the right fit, then build it properly.
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- Tools we build on
- Six, plus BuddyNext
- Recommended for new builds
- BuddyNext
The tools we build on
Every one of these is a first-class option in the right situation. We recommend based on what your community needs, not what we would rather build.
BuddyPress
The open-source core of WordPress community sites. The largest plugin and theme ecosystem, extended with our own 68 community add-ons.
BuddyPress developmentBuddyBoss
A polished, all-in-one theme and platform built on BuddyPress. Strong when you want a native mobile app without building one from scratch.
BuddyBoss developmentPeepSo
A lightweight community plugin with its own activity, groups and profile engine. A good fit for simpler communities that want to launch fast.
FluentCommunity
A newer community plugin built for speed and a clean member experience, without depending on BuddyPress.
bbPress and Jetonomy
Forum-first communities. bbPress for classic threaded forums, Jetonomy for a modern discussion and Q&A layer.
LMS and membership stacks
LearnDash, Tutor, Sensei, MemberPress and similar, wired into whichever community engine you choose.
LMS integrationBuddyNext
Our own community engine, built for new builds and migrations. The one we recommend when you are starting fresh.
See BuddyNextHow we choose the tool with you
An honest look at where each option is strongest. None of these is the wrong answer, they fit different situations.
BuddyPress | BuddyBoss | PeepSo | FluentCommunity | BuddyNext | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best at | Deep customization and the largest ecosystem | A polished, maintained platform with a native app | A lightweight, fast community you can launch quickly | Speed and a clean member experience | Communities built from scratch, on modern foundations |
| Cost | Free core, paid theme and add-ons | Paid platform license | Free core, paid add-ons | Free core, paid add-ons | Free |
| Good fit when | You want the largest plugin ecosystem and full control | You want an app and a maintained all-in-one platform | You want something simple and fast to launch | You want a modern, lightweight build without legacy plugins | You are starting a new community with no existing platform to keep |
Built on our own products
The products we build are proof of the engine choices we recommend: we run the same stack for our own communities.
BuddyNext
One community engine instead of stitching together forums, courses, events, jobs and marketplaces from different vendors.
Visit buddynext.comJetonomy
A self-hosted forum you own outright, no monthly per-member fees, with a straight import path off bbPress or wpForo.
Visit jetonomy.orgWPMediaVerse
A member photo and video community that runs itself: members upload, tag and share, the owner sets privacy rules and moderates. Ships with BuddyPress integration built in.
Visit wpmediaverse.comBuddyX
Own your members and your data with no monthly platform fee; launch a working community the same afternoon.
Visit buddyxtheme.comHow we pick the right tool together
We start from what the community needs to do, not from the tool we would rather build.
Tell us what the community needs to do
Members, groups, courses, a paywall, a mobile app. We start from the outcome, then match it to a platform.
We recommend a tool, with the tradeoffs
Usually BuddyPress, BuddyBoss, PeepSo, FluentCommunity or BuddyNext. You get the honest reasons for each, not a pitch for whichever one we prefer.
We build it properly
On a staging copy, in your repository, reviewed before it goes live.
WBCOM Designs has constantly updated and supported their plugins and themes. Recently the new BuddyNext project is Amazing! - and the new line of addons like Mediaverse, Jetonomy, Mediashield, and Listora.. are likewise Amazing! - and very well built. Today their online Chat solved a download problem I had immediately!
Edward S.Trustpilot review, United StatesWbcom Designs was methodical, reliable, innovative, and knowledgeable. They communicated with us every step of the way and delivered on time and on budget.
Verified Upwork clientUpwork review, Forum setup projectChoosing Wbcom Designs for our WordPress project was a game-changer. Their expertise in BuddyPress and LearnDash plugins transformed our vision into a reality, creating a seamless and engaging eLearning and community platform. The team's professionalism, responsiveness, and innovative solutions stood out, ensuring a smooth development process and a product that exceeded our expectations. The result? A stunning, user-friendly website that has propelled our business forward. For anyone in need of top-tier WordPress development, especially for eLearning and community sites, Wbcom Designs is the go-to agency. Highly recommended for their skill, dedication, and customer-first approach.
ESBO LTDTrustpilot review, BulgariaFrom the moment we partnered with Wbcom Designs in 2016, they have been nothing short of phenomenal, becoming not just our go-to website developers but also treasured friends. Their team, led by the incredibly kind and competent Varun, has saved our operations on more occasions than we can count, proving their indispensability time and again. Honestly, we would not be where we are without Varun! What sets Wbcom Designs apart is not just their exceptional coding and website building skills, which are indeed the best we've ever encountered, but also their remarkable work ethic and dedication. They are always there when we need them, no matter the request or time. This level of availability and commitment is rare and has been instrumental in our company's growth and smooth digital operations. Their expertise is vast, covering all the bases and then some, ensuring that every solution is not just effective but also innovative. Varun and his team have a way of making complex technical solutions understandable and accessible, which has been a huge relief and support to us over the years. We are endlessly impressed by how Wbcom Designs not only meets but consistently exceeds our expectations. They go above and beyond in every project, large or small, demonstrating a genuine care for our success and well-being. Their knowledgeable guidance and friendly support have been pivotal in our journey, and it's clear they invest not just their time but their hearts into their work. In a world where genuine, reliable, and high-quality web development services can be hard to find, Wbcom Designs shines as a beacon of excellence. We cannot imagine going anywhere else for our web development needs. To Varun and the entire Wbcom Designs team: thank you for being such an integral part of our story. Your work ethic, expertise, and kindness have made all the difference.
Tresne MiddletonTrustpilot review, AustraliaWe were having a critical issue with our website. We were able to quickly get through to WBcom Designs and they worked with us to give them what they needed to find the problem and correct it. I highly recommend their team and especially Pallavi.
Sandy EllingsonTrustpilot review, United StatesFantastic 6 star support. I wanted to setup a membersite and tried many solutions. I contacted Wbcom for BuddyX and tried the theme with Buddypress. I am not a webdesigner or a coder, but had a requirement that was not standaard. I contacted WBcom and Pallavi helped me from start to finish with snippets to get my requirement working. Thanks Pallavi for your patience and support.
HubertTrustpilot review, Italy
