Campfire vs Wire

Campfire

Campfire is a group chat tool by 37signals (makers of Basecamp) sold as a one-time purchase under their ONCE brand. It runs on your own server and provides real-time messaging without recurring subscription fees.

CommunicationPaid

Wire

Wire End-to-end encrypted team messaging and video conferencing designed for regulated industries.

CommunicationFreemiumOpen Source

Quick Facts

37signalsCompanyWire Swiss

2024Year Launched2014

PaidPricing ModelFreemium

NoOpen SourceYes

CommunicationCategoryCommunication

Linux, WebPlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Campfire

Company37signals

Year Launched2024

Pricing ModelPaid

Open SourceNo

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsLinux, Web

Wire

CompanyWire Swiss

Year Launched2014

Pricing ModelFreemium

Open SourceYes

CategoryCommunication

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Web

Pricing

Campfire

Paid

ONCE: 299/one-time

Wire

Freemium

Free: $0/monthly

Pro: Custom/monthly per seat

Community Data

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