Amino vs Discord: Which is Better for Fan Communities?
With Amino gone, many users assume Discord is the only option. But Discord was built for gamers, not fan communities. Here's an honest comparison to help you choose.
The Fundamental Difference
Amino-style platforms (like Aminoka) are built around public, discoverable communities with profiles, feeds, and wikis. Discord is built around private chat servers with channels. They serve different purposes, and trying to use Discord like Amino will feel awkward.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Aminoka | Discord | Amino |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Communities | |||
| Discoverable to New Users | |||
| Community Feed/Posts | |||
| Profile Customization | |||
| Wiki System | |||
| Group Chat Rooms | |||
| Voice Channels | |||
| Video Calls | |||
| Screen Sharing | |||
| Bot Integrations | |||
| Mobile-First Design | |||
| No Ads | |||
| Free to Use |
When to Use Each Platform
Use Aminoka When...
- You want a public community anyone can discover
- Profile customization matters to your members
- You need wiki pages for characters, lore, etc.
- You want a feed for posts, art, and stories
- Your community is fandom, roleplay, or creative
- You want the familiar Amino experience
Use Discord When...
- Real-time chat is your primary need
- You need voice/video for gaming sessions
- You want extensive bot integrations
- Your community is already on Discord
- You need screen sharing features
- Privacy is more important than discoverability
For Amino Users: Aminoka Wins
If you loved Amino, Discord will feel like a downgrade. Discord is great at what it does, but it doesn't do what Amino did. Aminoka is the only platform that actually replaces Amino's features.
You can use both! Many communities have a Discord for voice chat and an Aminoka for their main community hub.
Try Aminoka FreeCommon Questions
Can I use both Discord and Aminoka?
Absolutely! Many communities use Aminoka as their main hub for profiles, wikis, and posts, and Discord for voice chats and quick conversations.
Is Discord free?
Yes, Discord is free with optional Nitro subscription. Aminoka is also completely free with no premium tier.
Which has better moderation tools?
Discord has more extensive moderation bots, but Aminoka has community-focused moderation built-in. Both are adequate for most communities.
Can people find my community on Discord?
Discord servers are not publicly searchable unless you list them on third-party sites. Aminoka communities are discoverable within the app.