# DebateBase vs discourse

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: discourse at none against DebateBase's 3. DebateBase's advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DebateBase sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. discourse asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for DebateBase against 5.0 for discourse. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DebateBase has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | DebateBase | discourse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/debatebase/id1606227567/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discourse-discussion-platform/id6472713554/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **13** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 56 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DebateBase Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606227569) | [Zainuddin Qazi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1050377324) |

## What reviewers say

### DebateBase

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/debatebase/id1606227567)

An AI-powered platform for mastering debate, critical thinking, and persuasive writing. Build, organize, and challenge ideas with AI assistance in structured debates. Ideal for students, educators, and professionals looking to refine argumentation skills.

**Highlights:** AI-powered argument generation, Structured debate formats, Personal and group research libraries, Real-time writing advice chatbot, Evolving long-term debates, Voter sentiment scale

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DebateBase Monthly | $1.99 | one-time |
| DebateBase Annual | $17.99 | one-time |
| Pro With AI (Monthly) | $22.49 | one-time |


### discourse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/discourse-discussion-platform/id6472713554)

This platform facilitates organized online discussions and debates, offering a structured alternative to typical social media forums. Users can engage in moderated conversations, receive criteria-based feedback on their opinions, and compete to become the most popular panelist.

**Highlights:** Organized discussions, Limited panel size, Criteria-based feedback, Ranking and experience, Debate-style format

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DebateBase free?

DebateBase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is discourse free?

discourse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, DebateBase or discourse?

DebateBase and discourse are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 13 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do DebateBase or discourse have ads?

Neither DebateBase nor discourse shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*