Compare Circle and Higher Logic Thrive 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (55.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$89.00 Per Month
No pricing available
Circle
Star Rating
(394)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (87.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$89.00 Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansHigher Logic Thrive
Star Rating
(430)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Higher Logic ThriveSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Circle excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive design and minimal learning curve. Users appreciate that "the ease of use is amazing, with little to no upskill time," making it a strong choice for teams looking to quickly onboard new members.
- According to verified reviews, Higher Logic Thrive shines in fostering community engagement, with users noting that "the community forums work great to bring members together." This feature helps create a trusted space for networking and information sharing among members.
- Users say that Circle's flexibility and support are standout features, with many highlighting the platform's ability to adapt to various community needs. This adaptability is crucial for organizations that require a tailored approach to community management.
- Reviewers mention that Higher Logic Thrive offers strong integration capabilities, particularly with systems like iMIS, which helps maintain target groups effectively. This integration is a significant advantage for organizations that rely on specific membership management tools.
- G2 reviewers indicate that while Circle has a higher overall satisfaction score, Higher Logic Thrive still maintains a solid reputation for quality support, with users noting a high level of responsiveness and helpfulness from the support team.
- According to recent feedback, Circle's community engagement analytics are well-received, but some users feel that Higher Logic Thrive provides more robust insights into community interactions, allowing for better tracking of member engagement and activity.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Circle
Professional
$89.00
Per Month
Get key community building features, all in one place.
- Courses
- Events and live streams
- Website builder
Higher Logic Thrive
No pricing availableFree Trial
Circle
Free Trial is available
Higher Logic Thrive
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.6
330
8.5
372
Ease of Use
8.8
376
8.1
374
Ease of Setup
8.4
330
7.8
234
Ease of Admin
8.5
301
8.2
248
Quality of Support
8.3
293
8.9
362
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
293
9.0
242
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
324
9.2
357
Features by Category
Email Marketing
Not enough data
8.7
155
Not enough data
9.0
157
Not enough data
8.6
154
Not enough data
8.4
89
Online Marketing
Not enough data
7.8
87
Not enough data
8.2
86
Not enough data
8.6
108
Not enough data
8.2
128
Not enough data
8.3
78
Lead Management
Not enough data
7.9
58
Not enough data
8.0
68
Not enough data
8.5
77
Not enough data
8.4
42
Not enough data
8.2
42
Not enough data
8.4
65
Not enough data
8.2
42
Not enough data
7.9
52
Campaign Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
61
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Social
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Reporting & Analytics
Not enough data
8.5
147
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.5
57
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Platform
Not enough data
8.2
69
Not enough data
8.0
62
Not enough data
8.7
75
Not enough data
8.1
31
Not enough data
7.5
36
Not enough data
8.8
78
Not enough data
7.7
39
Agentic AI - Marketing Automation
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
8.2
72
Not enough data
8.1
58
Not enough data
7.9
41
Reporting Analysis
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Course Management
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customer Assistance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform Customization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Learning Platform
Not enough data
Not enough data
Community Building
7.1
209
7.8
59
6.9
194
8.0
14
9.6
12
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
9.4
48
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
8.7
23
Not enough data
9.0
39
Not enough data
Community Improvement
7.2
179
7.9
18
5.0
162
6.7
13
7.7
19
Not enough data
Customer Analytics
6.7
187
7.7
48
7.9
198
8.0
60
6.8
182
7.8
63
6.7
180
7.0
27
Community Management
8.1
213
7.6
47
9.2
10
Not enough data
9.5
18
Not enough data
8.8
30
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Community Management
7.3
16
7.3
5
6.4
15
6.3
5
5.8
21
7.3
5
6.4
18
Not enough data
6.3
16
Not enough data
6.5
17
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Circle and Higher Logic Thrive are categorized as Online Community Management
Unique Categories
Circle is categorized as Online Learning Platform
Higher Logic Thrive is categorized as Marketing Automation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Circle
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Higher Logic Thrive
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Health, Wellness and Fitness
10.6%
Professional Training & Coaching
10.3%
Marketing and Advertising
9.5%
Consulting
7.7%
Education Management
6.9%
Other
55.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
36.3%
Hospital & Health Care
5.7%
Marketing and Advertising
5.0%
Education Management
4.5%
Higher Education
2.8%
Other
45.7%
Alternatives
Discussions
Circle has no discussions with answers
CEO AMA?
1 Comment
JP
Hi Becca! Without a lot of context, we would say an Ask Me Anything (AMA) with the CEO could be a good way to boost engagement, as long as your member base...Read more
What benefits do these users get from the online community?
1 Comment
Official Response from Higher Logic Thrive
We often hear from our association customers that their community has become their members’ number one benefit. In an online member community, your members...Read more
What is an online community platform?
1 Comment
Official Response from Higher Logic Thrive
An online community is a dedicated online space created by an organization where users can connect with each other and with you.Read more
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