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Compare Hivebrite and Ning 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.4% of reviews)
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
$25 per month (billed annually)
Hivebrite
Star Rating
(201)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Contact Us Per Year
Browse all 3 pricing plansNing
Star Rating
(16)3.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (50.0% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$25 per month (billed annually)
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Hivebrite significantly outperforms Ning in overall user satisfaction, with a much higher G2 Score reflecting its strong market presence and positive user experiences. Users appreciate Hivebrite's responsive support team and the ability to activate multiple features and modules tailored to their needs.
- Users say that Ning offers unique capabilities like white labeling and branding options, which are particularly appealing for those looking to create a personalized community experience. However, some users have noted challenges in meeting specific workflow requirements, which can hinder its effectiveness.
- According to verified reviews, Hivebrite excels in customer support, with users highlighting the exceptional assistance provided during onboarding. One user mentioned that their sales representative was always available to help, making the transition to the platform smooth and efficient.
- Reviewers mention that both platforms have similar ease of use ratings, but Hivebrite's overall user experience is enhanced by its modern interface and the ability to make backend changes easily. Users appreciate the look and feel of Hivebrite, which contributes to a more engaging community environment.
- Users report that while Ning has made improvements and introduced new features, it still struggles with user engagement compared to Hivebrite. Hivebrite users have noted a higher level of engagement from their communities, facilitated by the platform's robust features.
- According to recent feedback, Hivebrite's comprehensive reporting tools and customer intelligence features are well-received, helping organizations track engagement effectively. In contrast, while Ning offers some reporting capabilities, users feel it lacks the depth and functionality found in Hivebrite's offerings.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Hivebrite
Connect
Contact Us
Per Year
An “out of the box” configuration that includes the community fundamentals needed to bring together and empower your members.
- Custom landing pages
- Global admins with custom permissions
- Resource libraries
Ning
BASIC
$25
per month (billed annually)
- Members 1,000
- Administrators 2
- Email Support
Free Trial
Hivebrite
No trial information availableNing
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.2
162
7.2
12
Ease of Use
8.5
162
8.5
12
Ease of Setup
8.1
136
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
8.3
145
Not enough data
Quality of Support
9.3
155
8.1
9
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
138
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
154
3.2
12
Features by Category
Platform Basics
8.5
26
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
9.0
28
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
8.3
29
Not enough data
6.6
17
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.0
28
Not enough data
8.6
27
Not enough data
8.3
29
Not enough data
6.6
17
Not enough data
8.7
17
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
6.8
17
Not enough data
7.4
18
Not enough data
8.1
21
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
6.8
17
Not enough data
8.1
21
Not enough data
8.0
14
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Social Networks
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Community Building
7.8
99
8.7
5
7.2
87
8.0
5
7.3
61
Not enough data
7.2
62
Not enough data
8.0
64
Not enough data
8.0
68
Not enough data
Community Improvement
7.0
62
Not enough data
7.0
62
Not enough data
6.1
58
Not enough data
6.1
54
Not enough data
Customer Analytics
7.5
90
8.3
6
7.8
99
8.1
6
7.8
91
7.8
6
7.0
70
Not enough data
Community Management
8.0
83
8.3
6
8.2
96
8.3
5
8.2
56
Not enough data
Community Analytics
7.6
54
Not enough data
6.7
51
Not enough data
7.8
55
Not enough data
8.2
55
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Online Community Management
5.8
18
Not enough data
6.2
18
Not enough data
6.5
19
Not enough data
6.2
17
Not enough data
6.1
17
Not enough data
6.3
17
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Hivebrite and Ning are categorized as Online Community Management
Unique Categories
Hivebrite is categorized as Alumni Management
Ning is categorized as Social Networks
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Hivebrite
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Ning
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
Non-Profit Organization Management
24.9%
Higher Education
14.3%
Education Management
7.9%
Professional Training & Coaching
4.2%
Civic & Social Organization
3.7%
Other
45.0%
Marketing and Advertising
13.3%
Education Management
13.3%
Arts and Crafts
13.3%
Accounting
13.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.7%
Other
40.0%
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Discussions
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Ning has no discussions with answers
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