How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- Discord and Guilded are the closest replacements, with servers, channels, and voice chat for interest communities.
- Reddit suits topic-based discussion at large scale, with strong moderation tools for public communities.
- Telegram and Geneva cover group chats and community spaces with simpler setups.
- Tumblr and Fandom suit creative and fandom communities that center on posts and wikis.
- Fanbase offers a creator-focused community with monetization for audiences.
- Safety note: several tools here allow users aged 13 and older with parental consent rules that vary, and none replaces parental supervision for younger teens. Parents should check age rules, privacy settings, and moderation for any community a teen joins.
Quick comparison
| Tool | Best for | Starting price | Free plan |
|---|
 Discord | interest servers with text, voice, and video | See website | Yes |
 Reddit | large public topic communities | See website | Yes |
 Telegram | group chats and broadcast channels | See website | Yes |
 Guilded | gaming and interest servers with built-in tools | See website | Yes |
 Geneva | simple, private group communities | See website | Yes |
 Tumblr | creative blogging and fandom communities | See website | Yes |
 Fandom | fan wikis plus discussion for shows, games, and books | See website | Yes |
 Fanbase | creator communities with audience monetization | See website | Yes |
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The best amino alternatives
#1Discord
Best for: interest servers with text, voice, and video4.6/5 on
G2 (43 reviews, checked Oct 2026)
Visit discord.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Discord hosts millions of servers for interests from gaming and art to study groups and fandoms, with text channels, voice chat, video, and events. Server owners control roles, permissions, and moderation bots, which makes Discord flexible for communities of any size. The free plan covers most use, while Nitro adds cosmetic and upload perks.
Moderation quality varies by server, since owners set their own rules, so members should join servers with clear rules and active moderators. Discord requires users to be at least 13, with additional rules in some regions, and parents should review privacy settings, friend request controls, and direct message settings for teen users. For an Amino-style interest community, Discord is the closest and largest replacement.
What we like- Huge community range
- Voice and video
- Strong server tools
Watch out for- Moderation burden falls on server owners
- Age rules need checking
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Reddit organizes discussion into subreddits for nearly every interest, from hobbies and fandoms to learning and support, with voting that surfaces popular posts. Moderators set rules per community, and users can join many communities at once. The platform is free, with an optional premium tier that removes ads and adds perks.
Reddit is public, so posts and comments are visible widely, and community quality varies. Age rules require users to be at least 13, and some communities set higher age limits or stricter rules. Parents should discuss public posting risks with teens, since Reddit posts can be hard to remove fully. For topic-based discussion at scale, Reddit is unmatched.
What we like- Huge topic range
- Strong voting and moderation
- Free
Watch out for- Public exposure
- Community quality varies widely
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Telegram offers group chats up to very large sizes plus broadcast channels, which suits communities that center on chat rather than forums. Setup is fast, the app works on phones and desktops, and media sharing is easy. Channels let creators broadcast to followers without open replies, while groups allow full discussion.
Moderation tools are lighter than Discord, and public group quality varies, so members should prefer groups with active admins and clear rules. Telegram requires users to be at least 16 in some regions and 13 in others depending on local rules, so check the rules that apply to your location. For chat-first communities, Telegram is a simple and popular pick.
What we like- Large groups
- Channels
- Easy setup
Watch out for- Moderation tools are lighter than Discord
- Public groups vary
#4
Guilded
Best for: gaming and interest servers with built-in tools
Visit guilded.gg
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Guilded offers servers with built-in forums, calendars, documents, scheduling, and voice chat, which suits gaming and interest communities that want more than chat alone. The free plan covers core use, and the interface feels familiar to Discord users. Teams and clubs use Guilded for organized events and announcements.
The community is smaller than Discord, so finding an existing server for a niche interest may be harder, and third-party bot options are fewer. Guilded requires users to be at least 13, with parental guidance advised for younger teens. For a community that wants forums plus chat in one server, Guilded is a strong Discord rival.
What we like- Built-in forums, calendars, and docs
- Good voice chat
- Free
Watch out for- Smaller community than Discord
- Fewer third-party bots
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Geneva builds group communities called homes, with rooms for chat, forums, events, and announcements, in a simple interface. It suits friend groups, clubs, and small interest communities that want a private space without Discord's complexity. Setup takes minutes, and the app works on phones and desktops.
The community is smaller than Discord or Reddit, so discovery of new groups is limited, and advanced features are fewer. Geneva requires users to be at least 16 in many regions, so it suits older teens and adults more than younger teens. For a small, private community, Geneva is a clean and simple pick.
What we like- Simple setup
- Rooms for chat, forums, and events
- Private groups
Watch out for- Smaller community
- Fewer advanced features than Discord
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Tumblr hosts creative blogging communities around art, writing, fandoms, and personal interests, with reblogging that spreads posts through networks. It suits creators and fans who express interests through posts, images, and writing rather than chat. The platform is free, with optional paid features for customization.
Tumblr is public, so posts can spread widely, and moderation varies by blog and community norms. Age rules require users to be at least 13, and parents should discuss public posting and stranger interaction with teens. For creative and fandom communities, Tumblr remains a distinctive and active home.
What we like- Creative posting
- Strong fandom culture
- Free
Watch out for- Moderation varies
- Public exposure
#7
Fandom
Best for: fan wikis plus discussion for shows, games, and books
Visit fandom.com
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Fandom hosts wikis and discussion forums for thousands of shows, games, books, and other media, letting fans document lore, characters, and stories together. Discussion boards attached to wikis give fans a place to talk, theorize, and share creations. The platform is free to read and join, supported by ads.
Ads appear on free wikis, and community quality varies by fandom, with larger wikis moderated more actively. Age rules require users to be at least 13, and parents should note that wikis are public and editable. For fandom communities centered on shared knowledge, Fandom is the best wiki-plus-discussion pick here.
What we like- Huge wiki range
- Discussion forums
- Free
Watch out for- Ads on free wikis
- Community quality varies
Starting priceSee website
Free planYes
Fanbase is a creator-focused social platform with posts, audio rooms, video, and monetization tools such as subscriptions and tips. It suits creators who want to build an audience community and earn from it, with features for live audio conversations and exclusive content. The free plan covers basic use.
The community is smaller than Discord or Reddit, and the platform is newer, so discovery and third-party tools are fewer. Fanbase requires users to be at least 13, with additional rules for monetization features. For a creator-led community with earning options, Fanbase is a growing pick worth watching.
What we like- Creator monetization
- Audio and video rooms
- Growing community
Watch out for- Smaller community
- Newer platform
How we chose
We compared these tools on community features, moderation, safety controls, age rules, pricing, and fit for different community types. We checked vendor pages and public comparison guides, and where pricing was not published we wrote See website instead of guessing. We kept the list to tools a real user can join today, and we left out tools that only cover one narrow social feature.
Start with the community type. Chat and voice communities point to Discord or Guilded. Public discussion points to Reddit. Private small groups point to Geneva or Telegram. Creative fandom points to Tumblr or Fandom. Creator audiences point to Fanbase. Picking by community type matters more than popularity, since the wrong format frustrates members fast.
Next, check safety controls before joining or inviting others. Review age rules, privacy settings, friend and message controls, blocking and reporting tools, and moderator activity. For teen users, parents should set up accounts together, review settings, and agree on rules for stranger contact, personal information, and what to do about harassment or unwanted messages. No platform replaces that conversation.
Finally, test the community itself, not just the app. Join, read for a week, and check whether moderators enforce rules, whether discussion stays respectful, and whether the tone fits. A well-moderated small server beats a large chaotic one every time, especially for younger users. Leave any community that feels unsafe, and report harassment through the platform's tools.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amino used for?
Amino is a mobile app for interest-based communities, where users join groups for fandoms, hobbies, and topics, with chats, posts, and quizzes. Users replacing it usually need the same interest-community experience from another platform.
Which alternative is closest to Amino?
Discord is closest overall, with servers, channels, and voice chat for interest communities, while Guilded is a close rival with built-in forums and events. Reddit suits topic discussion, while Tumblr and Fandom suit creative and fan communities.
Are these platforms safe for teens?
Safety varies by platform and by specific community, not just by app. All tools here require users to be at least 13, with some requiring 16 in certain regions, and all offer blocking and reporting tools. Parents should review settings with teens, choose well-moderated communities, and agree on rules for stranger contact and personal information. Teach teens never to share their full name, school, address, or photos that reveal location, and agree that they can come to a parent without punishment if something online feels wrong.
What age rules apply to these platforms?
Most require users to be at least 13, while Geneva and Telegram require 16 in some regions under local privacy rules. Check the current terms for your location, since age rules change and vary by country. Parents of younger teens should supervise account setup and use.
How do I find a well-moderated community?
Look for clear posted rules, active moderators who enforce them, and respectful discussion over several days. Avoid servers or groups with no rules, unchecked spam, or frequent harassment. Ask friends for recommendations, since a trusted invite beats a random public listing.
Can I create a private community?
Yes. Discord, Guilded, Geneva, and Telegram all support private or invite-only groups, which suit friend circles, clubs, and classrooms. Private groups still need moderation and clear rules, since small groups can also develop problems without active oversight. Invite only people you know and trust, and review the member list regularly. Remove inactive members sometimes to keep groups small and safe for everyone involved regularly.
Sources we checked (8)
- https://discord.com
- https://www.reddit.com
- https://telegram.org
- https://www.guilded.gg
- https://www.geneva.com
- https://www.tumblr.com
- https://www.fandom.com
- https://www.fanbase.app
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