Canny alternatives: 4 free & open-source picks
Curated, verified, and actually free. No trials, no crippled tiers. Star counts and last-activity dates checked by hand, not scraped and forgotten.
Comentarios, fusión de duplicados y una hoja de ruta real; la implementación es la parte menos ligera.
licenseApache-2.0
runsyour machine or their cloud
installHosted signup, or Docker Compose with the project's bundled dependencies
dataIn a self-hosted deployment the source-of-truth records live in a DynamoDB-compatible store, search/filter indexes live in MySQL/MariaDB or Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, and uploads live in S3-compatible storage; the bundled Compose profile persists these services under the deployment's data directory. The hosted edition keeps the equivalent data in ClearFlask's cloud.
the catch vs CannyClearFlask covers the feedback loop, but its AWS-shaped dependency stack, rougher administration, and smaller integration and support ecosystem are a substantial downgrade from Canny's managed product.
setupThe simple Compose command starts a large dependency stack; a public deployment still needs environment configuration, a domain/TLS, outbound email, backups, and several stateful services.
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Todo el ciclo de Canny en un solo archivo Compose, incluida la fusión de duplicados; joven, de evolución rápida y vale la pena fijarlo.
runsyour server
installDocker Compose
dataFeedback posts, votes, comments, users, roadmap items, and changelog entries live in the deployment's PostgreSQL database; uploaded assets and generated files remain in the Docker-hosted storage configured by the deployment.
the catch vs CannyQuackback implements posts, votes, duplicate merging, roadmap, and changelog, but it is younger, self-host-only, and far less proven in integrations, moderation, analytics, and support than Canny.
setupA non-expert must supply environment secrets, run and update Docker Compose, expose the service behind HTTPS, configure email, and back up its database.
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Comentarios ilimitados, hoja de ruta y registro de cambios para un administrador; la marca y el flujo de trabajo predeterminado son el costo.
licenseproprietary, free
runstheir cloud
installHosted signup, then embed the widget or publish the hosted feedback portal
dataFeedback, votes, comments, roadmap items, changelog posts, user records, and widget configuration live in Sleekplan's cloud; the internal storage format is not disclosed.
the catch vs CannySleekplan's free plan is limited to one administrator and visible branding, with advanced workflow, segmentation, integrations, and customization behind paid plans.
setupThere is no technical install hurdle, but the free Indie plan is limited to one administrator, carries Sleekplan branding, and reserves deeper workflow and customization controls for paid plans.
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Dos tableros de comentarios gratis, detección de duplicados, estados y hoja de ruta pública sin medidor de usuarios escondido cerca.
licenseproprietary, free
runstheir cloud
installHosted signup, create a board, and optionally add the widget or identify users
dataFeedback, votes, comments, statuses, roadmap and changelog entries, user identity data, and configuration live in UserJot's cloud; the internal storage format is not disclosed.
the catch vs CannyUserJot is unusually complete for free, but its younger product and smaller ecosystem do not match Canny's mature integrations, enterprise controls, analytics, and support.
setupSetup is clean, but the permanent free plan is bounded to two boards and omits paid branding, domain, segmentation, and advanced administration options.
facts verified 2026-08-10
last updated 2026-08-10 · no votes, no pay-to-list · just what's real
| tool | license | running it | platforms | stars | active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ClearFlask | Apache-2.0 | self-host, real ops | web, self-hosted | 446 | 2026-07 |
| Quackback | open source | docker to self-host | web, ios, android, self-hosted | 216 | 2026-08 |
| Sleekplan Indie | proprietary, free | they host it | web | — | — |
| UserJot | proprietary, free | they host it | web | — | — |
La gente todavía paga por Canny porque la gente paga por acceso a participantes o por un repositorio de investigación que mantiene la evidencia utilizable en toda una organización. El costo recurrente compra reclutamiento, consentimiento, programación, almacenamiento de medios, transcripción, consistencia de etiquetado, notificaciones, búsqueda y retención, no solo la interfaz visible. If none of that applies to you, any pick above saves $948 a year.
Is there a free alternative to Canny?
Yes: ClearFlask, Quackback, Sleekplan Indie and 1 more. Every tool on this page is either open source or genuinely free to use long-term: no trials, no crippled tiers.
Should I just build my own Canny?
Our verdict is PARCIAL. El bucle central es construible, pero un reemplazo confiable se convierte en un proyecto real de fin de semana o de varios días. Para Canny, recopila solicitudes de funciones, combina duplicados, publica estados y mantén una hoja de ruta. El límite difícil es la identidad del cliente, las integraciones, el registro de cambios, la priorización y el flujo de trabajo del equipo, además de la red de participantes, el flujo de síntesis y la colaboración. If you'd rather build, the exact one-shot prompt is free at puedovibecodearlo.app/canny.
