Isso vs Commento

Compare Isso and Commento to find the best tool for your needs.

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Isso

Self-hosted commenting server that's lightweight and privacy-focused.

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Commento

Lightweight, privacy-focused commenting platform that's fast and simple to implement.

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Quick overview

Pricing

Free (self-hosted open source)
Self-hosted: Free (open source), Cloud: from $10/month

Pros & Cons

Isso

Pros

  • Complete control and data ownership
  • No external dependencies
  • Lightweight implementation
  • Privacy-focused

Cons

  • Requires server setup and maintenance
  • More technical to implement
  • Limited features compared to hosted solutions
  • Smaller community for support

Commento

Pros

  • Extremely lightweight script
  • Privacy-respecting by design
  • Open-source with self-hosting option
  • No ads or tracking

Cons

  • Smaller user base than major platforms
  • Fewer features than comprehensive solutions
  • Limited styling options
  • Self-hosting requires technical knowledge