# SocialEngine Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is SocialEngine the right Community solution for you? Explore 62 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/80406/SocialEngine/reviews --- SocialEngine 4.6 (62) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/80406/SocialEngine/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of SocialEngine Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.5 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews JH Juan A. H OwnerEntertainment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “In summary, my journey with SocialEngine PHP has been marked by innovation, ease of use, and outstanding support, making it my top recommendation for anyone seeking a comprehensive and reliable social media solution.“ November 30, 2023 Soumaila K AdministrateurInternet, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “What I find as a concern for beginners.“ January 17, 2023 Rohit G FounderFood & Beverages, Self-employedUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “many custom plugins are available to extend the functionalities.“ November 23, 2023 LJ Larry J CEOInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “You will find many emails go unanswered, and you will not get a working model. If you choose this app or company, you have been warned as they are terrible and will take your money and not deliver.“ January 29, 2021 JH Juan A. H OwnerEntertainment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The overall experience with SocialEngine PHP has been nothing short of fantastic. Since acquiring the license in 2011, it has consistently proven to be the go-to social media platform, standing out as a leader in the market.“ November 30, 2023 LJ Larry J CEOInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “This company based in India provides many bugs and doesn't deliver.“ January 29, 2021 JH Juan A. H OwnerEntertainment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Socialnetworking.solutions, in particular, has played a pivotal role in enhancing this experience over the last three years.“ November 30, 2023 LJ Larry J CEOInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “bad expert referrals“ January 29, 2021 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 62 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Soumaila K. Administrateur Internet Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "SocialEngine PHP is a platform that allows the creation of a personalized member space." January 17, 2023 4.0 This tool has allowed me, through the creation of my space, to have a solid data base and to weave very important human relationships thus favoring my activities. Pros It is a tool that is full of tools that are essential for the creation of a forum or a member space. However it is easy and simple to install. The multitude of possibilities allows you to create your own social network with ease. Cons To take advantage of the benefits of this tool, you need to have a basic knowledge of programming, especially in PHP. What I find as a concern for beginners. Review Source PE Pius E. Founder Internet Used the software for: 2+ years ### "SocialEngine PHP" May 16, 2022 4.0 SocialEngine is really awesome because you have access to the source code. Knowing how it's built allows you to add features of your own that make sense to you and your ideal users. I run a small community of dog lovers on SocialEngine Managed and it's amazing. They run regular updates to mitigate the bugs and keep improving the features for a better end-user experience. Pros You can really customize your Social Network with Plugins and take it to a whole new level. For example with Shop Plugin from the store, I was able to add social commerce and allowed a specific group of members to open stores and sell, just like in the Facebook marketplace and Instagram shops now. There are a lot of their party plugins in the marketplace to help anyone customize their social network to fit the niche they are building for. Cons SocailEngine requires a level of expertise to manage, and for me at the beginning as a NoCode builder, it was s challenge. You need to know what you are doing as you have access to the source code and you can mess up at any time when making changes. Now if you are a developer, this is not a problem, but for NoCode bulders like me out there, this will be a challenge you will face as well. Alternatives considered [phpFox](https://www.capterra.com/p/105408/phpFox/) Reason for choosing SocialEngine SocialEngine was cheaper and had the particular plugin I needed to get started with my community idea. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Outdated for years" August 19, 2018 1.0 Pros The lack of development from the SE developers side requires an extensive use of third parties modules which in many cases are not supported by the official SE platform. Cons It is amazing the lack of interest of the team working for Social Engine in terms of improving the outdated system and official modules.The Social Engine maybe was a good solution to build your network 5-10 years ago. These days it's slow,ugly and outdated which can partly be covered by few modules.In general I feel sorry I have ever tried it but when I bought this software there were no many other options available.I wouldn't recommend it mainly because of the time and the recources I have wasted so far. Review Source AC Antoine C. CEO Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "One of the best software " December 15, 2023 5.0 It was overall good & I really enjoyed the custom work. Pros How easy it is to use and how smooth the software is. It definitely can compete with the best. Cons I didn’t really dislike anything I had a great experience. Review Source JAH Juan A. H. Propietario Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Social Engine + SocialEngineSolutions = Excellency, The best Platform and the Best Plugins!" April 25, 2018 5.0 I have my Own social media site that I can manage at my will. Pros I purchase SE License on 2011 Because they really have the best social media Platform on the market, it is very competitive and very easy to customize using the different 3 party developers, I have tried a variety of diferente developers over the years, But since I found out of SocialEngineSolutions and I started working with them, (on my site for the last 3 years) I has made my job so much easier and made my site look so much better using their different plugins, they have very unique and modern way to their different plugins event tough there are already some of the same plugins develop already by different company's I believe they have the best looking and functional plugins, Plus their support team is the best, they always reply super fast and help to solve all of my problems. I highly recommend them for any job. Cons No cons so far, why do I need to have any cons... I don't know what to write here I'm just filling up space so that I can post my positive review ;) Review Source TV Texter V. Partner Hospitality Used the software for: 2+ years ### "SocialEngine+SocialEngineAddons - A Terrific Harmony of great plugins with a great platform" June 26, 2018 5.0 Could build a robust complex Social networking platform within a decent time frame. Pros Social Engine is a very stable platform with a gamut of features to create your own eco system of social users. SocialEngineAddons are the icing and embellishments on the cake. They make a great team and are suite of products that gel perfectly. Cons Could use more robust features for business and enterprise companies. A few features like refunds etc in billing could be made in real time and more thoroughly integrated with many more payment gateways. Review Source Rohit G. Founder Food & Beverages Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "social engine review" November 23, 2023 5.0 Pros it's very easy to use platform , customer support is great and always available to help in fixing the problems . many custom plugins are available to extend the functionalities. Cons just started using the platform and so far no issues found , all going well . Review Source TMN THU MUA N. C.E.O Luxury Goods & Jewelry Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Wonderfull selection !" August 3, 2018 5.0 I bought many Plugins from SEAO and felt great. Outstanding features and many of the features developed by SEAO are excellent. Whenever I need support, I get the quick service and perfect resolution of everything that I need, thanks to SEAO for all Pros Outstanding features and many of the features developed by SEAO are excellent Cons Some time i have problem with update to new version Review Source LJ Larry J. CEO Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Avoid this company at all costs" January 29, 2021 1.0 I would avoid this company and app at all costs. I can tell you they will not deliver at all. This company based in India provides many bugs and doesn't deliver. They have no support at all. This app is buggy and will not work as described. You will find many emails go unanswered, and you will not get a working model. If you choose this app or company, you have been warned as they are terrible and will take your money and not deliver. Look how few downloads they have; that should say it all. Pros Easy to install and purchase from them at first Cons terrible support buggy bad expert referrals Review Source MJ Mahmud J. General Manager Renewables & Environment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "your community is always with you" May 7, 2019 3.0 Pros good web solution for closed communities similar to our everyday networks. Cons some kind of slow, but anyway it is great Review Source DI Daler I. Director Entertainment Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Daler's review: Best company" June 28, 2019 5.0 The best company I have been working with. You have great experience in making social communities. Thank you Pros Service and plugins, timely support. Cons nothing. Everything is perfect! Review Source KG Kevin G. Business Development Online Media Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Awesome Software" December 28, 2018 5.0 Pros Its great. Its simple its functional and its modern Cons i cant say anything negative at this time as i haven't experienced anything bad. Review Source SJ Shahed J. Founder Internet Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "value for money" February 17, 2019 5.0 Pros I like their platform, I worked on a website uses their platform, it was full of features that a social network need. Cons It has a lot of features as it sometimes caused issues to me to memorize them and know what they do. Review Source FD Frederic D. Owner Used the software for: ### "SocialEngine PHP + SocialEngineAddons = THE ONLY WAY!" December 17, 2015 5.0 If you buy SocialEngine PHP script by itself, you will soon realize that your creativity will be restricted and muffled. But do not worry! SocialEngineAddons has all the plugins, widgets and themes that will complement your site and actually bring it to life. Between superior quality of their products and also one of the best Tech Support available up to date for this platform, SocialEngineAddons is the perfect combination, if not mandatory, with your SocialEngine PHP script. So don't wait any longer and make yourself a favor, buy your SocialEngine PHP script + SocialEngineAddons plugins and themes today. You will not regret it, I promise you! Thank you SocialEngineAddons for taking my site to the next level! F.D Review Source DG Daniel G. Administrator Used the software for: ### "SocialEngine support hosts make it easy for "newbies" like me!" November 3, 2015 5.0 I had initially gone with another company, but after 1 week I demanded a refund because of poor customer service and tech support. Then I found SocialEngine and I have never had any delays in response, and always the most thorough, and easy to understand explanations and instructions. Anshu and Shivani are the two main support hosts I have been working with, and they have been very patient with me and my millions of "newbie" questions. smile emoticon I would highly recommend SocialEngine, and in fact I have just purchased another month of tech support to assist me in getting this site launched by Christmas. Thank you guys for all your help. Keep up the good work! Review Source FC Fred C. Principal Used the software for: ### "SE Team Very Responsive" May 12, 2016 5.0 Our team is glad that we selected SE as a platform for our site. Working with Shivani (SE Product Manager) and associates have been great. They exhibit high level of professionalism and active listening - positively responsive in addressing our needs. Though my team still have a lot to learn; we are confident that the SE folks will always be there to assist us. We look forward to a long-term Win-Win business engagement. Fred C. Principal Review Source UH USeong H. Used the software for: ### "They are quick and perfect" October 27, 2015 5.0 SE always help me, even although I am not good in English, they always try to understand and help me, they solved my all problems, I really don't regret to buy my SE PHP, I am also thinking of buy new product of them, if they lunch, thanks a lot again, many lucks will be with your SE team. Review Source PA Pingy A. Used the software for: ### "Excellent Service" September 22, 2015 5.0 Thanks for the support from Social Engine to help build EyeDoors dot com. Couldn't have done it without SE. The reply is usually quick and valuable. Wish SE a successful startup and help more people to build their own website. :) Review Source NN Nasim N. CEO and Founder Used the software for: ### "Recommended " September 7, 2015 5.0 Very nice and amazing service, would recommend to everybody. The customer satisfaction is very high and the team are extremely collaborative. Thanks a lot Review Source EK Evalds K. Used the software for: ### "Great company, great products and great service" January 9, 2016 5.0 Special thanks to the support staff for their patience in dealing with customers. Review Source JAH Juan A. H. Owner Entertainment Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Social Engine and socialnetworking.solutions: The Ultimate Networking Powerhouse!" November 30, 2023 5.0 The overall experience with SocialEngine PHP has been nothing short of fantastic. Since acquiring the license in 2011, it has consistently proven to be the go-to social media platform, standing out as a leader in the market. The platform's competitive edge and user-friendly interface make it a joy to work with. The customization options provided by third-party developers have allowed for a seamless integration of unique features into my site. Socialnetworking.solutions, in particular, has played a pivotal role in enhancing this experience over the last three years. Their plugins not only exhibit a contemporary and distinctive design but have significantly improved the functionality and aesthetics of my site. The absence of any notable drawbacks or cons speaks volumes about the platform's reliability. Moreover, the exceptional support team has been a constant source of assistance, responding promptly to queries and efficiently resolving any issues. In summary, my journey with SocialEngine PHP has been marked by innovation, ease of use, and outstanding support, making it my top recommendation for anyone seeking a comprehensive and reliable social media solution. Pros I stumbled upon SocialEngine PHP back in 2011, and let me tell you, it's been a game-changer! It's hands down the best social media platform out there. The competition is fierce, but what sets SocialEngine apart is its user-friendly nature and the incredible ease with which you can customize it through third-party developers. After trying out a bunch of options, I found my perfect match with Socialnetworking.solutions, and it's been a dream working with them for the last couple of years on my site. Their plugins have this fantastic mix of uniqueness and modern flair, making my site not just functional but downright gorgeous. And can we talk about their support team? Lightning-fast responses and problem-solving wizards! I can't recommend them enough for any job you've got in mind. Cheers to Socialnetworking.solutions for making my online life a breeze! 🚀✨ Cons Honestly, I'm struggling to come up with any downsides for SocialEngine PHP. It's been smooth sailing, and I haven't encountered any cons. I know, it might sound too good to be true, but I genuinely can't think of a single thing that bothered me. I'm not just trying to fill up space; I'm genuinely impressed with the platform. It's rare to find a service that ticks all the boxes without any drawbacks. So, no cons from me—just a whole lot of appreciation for SocialEngine PHP! 😊 Review Source gF greg F. Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great CMS and Plugins make it even better" June 24, 2016 5.0 SE deserves 5-stars for everything, but it's the 3rd-Party Plugins that give it the 5-star for Features & Functionality. I spent over a year searching, researching, demoing, etc. many many CMS / Community Mgmt/Engagement apps. Although there were a few that were basically tied (for various reasons), it is the wealth of 3rd-Party Plugins that makes SE stand above the rest. Almost anything you can imagine can be done through existing Plugins (and if not, modifications can easily be made by some excellent devs). There were many Plugins that I have found useful by devs such as SocialEngineExperts, SocialEngineSolutions, Radcodes, Webhive, Hire-Experts, what really sold me on providing the bulk of the functionality I required was SocialEngineAddons. SocialEngineAddons offers many many Plugins that make SE actually useful for anything other than a very small community. Don't get me wrong, SE does a find job with what it offers, but SEAO is actually the primary reason I went with SE. Support has been excellent by SE, all of the devs I've worked with, as well as especially SEAO. They always go the extra mile, and start working on tickets immediately. And, like any software, there are times when things are a little more difficult to resolve than other times - and that's where they really shine. They are there and keep working on things until you are satisfied. So, if you're looking for a good CMS, SE will serve you well. If you're looking for a great CMS, SE is a great engine/back-end that other excellent devs build upon to make it more than you could ever hope for. Pros Sheesh - where do I start. I guess I'll just keep it simple - SE is a great CMS to start with, and if/when you need to build something there's a wealth of features/functionality in the Plugins that are offered by 3rd-Party devs. Cons That it's not yet compatible with PHP7, but they are working on it. Review Source AI Anthony I. CEO Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Fantastic in every way Highly recommend this company! easy" March 4, 2024 5.0 very much supportive & polite and make you feel important! Fantastic in every way Highly recommend this company! easy Cons none Love the support here.. Reason for choosing SocialEngine Fantastic in every way Highly recommend this company! easy Review Source VR Verified Reviewer support Consumer Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Very Good scrip" November 24, 2023 5.0 Pros The scrip is one of the best scrip for social networking highly recommand Cons Easy to use and install other plugin on the site Review Source GM Gladys M. Entrepreneur E-Learning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Top-Notch support and services" March 27, 2024 5.0 Pros I love everything social enegine from all the plugins to the awesome and fast support. I have known it for 12 years now and would recommend it to all looking for community software. Cons Nothing at all since i discovered it 12 years ago. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.