Comparing Gitalk to FormKeep

Compare Gitalk with FormKeep for adding forms to your static site.

Gitalk

A comment system based on GitHub Issues

Overview

Last updated 2021; similar to Utterances but uses the older Issues API; development stalled

+ Pros

  • Open source
  • uses GitHub Issues
  • Markdown support
  • multiple themes
  • notifications

− Cons

  • Requires GitHub login
  • no responses display widget
  • only works with GitHub
  • older project

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FormKeep

The only all-in-one form backend

Partial free

Overview

Trusted by Duke's Education; Harry's; The Economist; Condé Nast; Kickstarter; Shopify; Logitech

+ Pros

  • Visual form builder
  • Google Sheets integration
  • spam filtering
  • file attachments
  • webhooks
  • autoresponder
  • team roles

− Cons

  • Limited free tier
  • pricing higher than competitors
  • form builder may be overkill for simple needs

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