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HTMX vs Mmhmm

HTMX logo

HTMX

Web Development

Lightweight JavaScript library enabling AJAX, WebSockets, and server-sent events in HTML

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Mmhmm logo

Mmhmm

Remote Work

Presentation platform for video calls

From
$10/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only HTMX has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: HTMX best suited for server-rendered architectures, not pure client-side SPAs; Mmhmm renamed to Airtime and split into four separate tools, Camera, Recorder, Creator and Stacks, rather than the single app the mmhmm name refers to
  • They diverge on capability: HTMX covers AJAX requests, Mmhmm covers Custom layouts.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HTMX and Mmhmm actually diverge.

Attributes where HTMX and Mmhmm differ
AttributeHTMXMmhmm
Starting priceFree$10/month
Pricing modelopen-sourcefreemium
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebDesktop Mac, Desktop Windows
CategoryWeb DevelopmentRemote Work
FoundedUnknown2020

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in HTMX

  • AJAX requests
  • HTTP verb support
  • DOM targeting
  • Swap strategies
  • WebSocket support
  • Server-sent events
  • Out-of-band updates

Only in Mmhmm

  • Custom layouts
  • Screen sharing
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Picture-in-picture
  • Recording
  • Zoom
  • Google Meet
  • Microsoft Teams

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

HTMX

  • Building interactive applications without JavaScript framework complexitynot Mmhmm
  • Server-rendered applications requiring dynamic updatesnot Mmhmm
  • Adding interactivity to existing server-side applicationsnot Mmhmm
  • Hypermedia-driven applications using HTML-first approachesnot Mmhmm

Mmhmm

  • Putting a presenter on screen over slides during a video callnot HTMX
  • Recording a screen walkthrough up to an hournot HTMX
  • Adding effects and reactions to a webcam feednot HTMX
  • Collecting materials for a meeting in a shared stacknot HTMX

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

HTMX

  • Best suited for server-rendered architectures, not pure client-side SPAs
  • Limited client-side state management capabilities compared to frameworks
  • Smaller ecosystem with fewer third-party libraries and tools
  • Learning curve for developers from JavaScript framework backgrounds

Mmhmm

  • Renamed to Airtime and split into four separate tools, Camera, Recorder, Creator and Stacks, rather than the single app the mmhmm name refers to
  • Screen recordings are capped at one hour
  • Windows support requires Windows 10 or 11
  • Pricing is not shown on the product pages

Pricing, plan by plan

HTMX

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the HTMX review.

Mmhmm

$10/month
  • Individual$10/month
    • Single user
    • Unlimited meetings and recordings
    • No storage or time limits
  • Individual Annual$120/year
    • Single user
    • 17% savings vs monthly billing
  • Team$10/month
    • Per-seat billing
    • Admin dashboard
    • Centralized billing
  • Team Annual$120/year
    • Per-seat billing
    • 17% savings vs monthly

Which should you pick?

Choose HTMX if

  • You need ajax requests.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want http verb support.
HTMX review

Choose Mmhmm if

  • You need custom layouts.
  • You work on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
  • You also want screen sharing.
Mmhmm review

Questions people ask

Is HTMX or Mmhmm better?
Neither clearly leads. HTMX starts at Free and Mmhmm at $10/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, HTMX or Mmhmm?
HTMX has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for HTMX and $10/month for Mmhmm.
Does HTMX or Mmhmm run on more platforms?
HTMX runs on Web. Mmhmm runs on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
Can I use HTMX for free?
Yes. HTMX has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Mmhmm starts at $10/month.
What is HTMX best used for?
HTMX is most often used for building interactive applications without javascript framework complexity, server-rendered applications requiring dynamic updates, adding interactivity to existing server-side applications, hypermedia-driven applications using html-first approaches. Of those, building interactive applications without javascript framework complexity and server-rendered applications requiring dynamic updates are not what Mmhmm is typically brought in for.
What can HTMX do that Mmhmm cannot?
HTMX covers AJAX requests, HTTP verb support, DOM targeting, Swap strategies. Mmhmm covers Custom layouts, Screen sharing, Virtual backgrounds, Picture-in-picture.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

HTMX: How big is the HTMX JavaScript library?

HTMX is only 16 kilobytes minified and gzipped with zero external dependencies.

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Mmhmm: How much does Airtime cost?

Airtime (formerly mmhmm) costs 10 USD/month for Individual plan or 120 USD/year with annual billing providing 17% savings. Team plans also charge 10 USD per seat per month or 120 USD per seat per year.

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HTMX: Can HTMX work with JSON APIs?

While HTMX is optimized for HTML responses, it can work with JSON through additional configuration and response handling.

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Mmhmm: Is there a free trial?

Yes, a 14-day free trial is available with full access to Creator, Camera, and Stacks. Recorder feature is limited to 5 recordings of 5 minutes each during trial. No credit card required.

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HTMX: Does HTMX support real-time features like WebSockets?

Yes, HTMX includes support for WebSockets and server-sent events for real-time bidirectional communication.

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Mmhmm: What are the seat limits?

Individual plan supports single user; Team plan uses per-seat billing with volume discounts available for 20+ users under Enterprise plan.

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