Carl-bot excels at reaction roles, embeds, and auto-mod. HiveCode matches all of that with button roles, auto-mod, and logging, adds tickets, giveaways and economy that Carl-bot doesn't offer, and gives you leveling on the free plan rather than behind Patron.
| Feature | HiveCode | Carl-bot |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-moderation | ✓ Free | ✓ Free (15 rule types) |
| Mod logging | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Reaction / button roles | ✓ Button roles free | ✓ Reaction roles (premium for more) |
| Custom embeds | ✓ Via announcements | ✓ Dedicated embed builder |
| Moderation commands | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Warning / strike system | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Leveling system | ✓ Free | Patron only |
| Welcome messages | ✓ Free | ✓ Free |
| Ticket system | ✓ Free | ✗ Not available |
| Giveaway system | ✓ Free | ✗ Not available |
| Economy system | ✓ Free | ✗ Not available |
| Server analytics dashboard | ✓ Free | ✗ Not available |
| Scheduled announcements | Enterprise | Premium only |
| Web dashboard | ✓ Full config | ✓ Full config |
| Slash commands | ✓ | ✓ |
| Import from another bot | ✓ Free, 6 data types, tops up only | Premium, MEE6 only, replaces XP |
| Custom bot colours | ✓ Free, every embed | Per embed you build |
Unlimited servers, priority support, advanced analytics
More reaction role slots, scheduled posts
Carl-bot is good at what it does. Reaction roles, auto-mod, and embeds are polished. If that's all you need, it works well. Leveling exists but only for Patrons, and there are no tickets, no economy and no giveaways at any tier. HiveCode covers Carl-bot's core strengths, gives you leveling without paying for it, and fills the gaps for active community servers.
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