Choosing a moderation bot seems simple: add it to di chat — done. But a month later it turns out di bot doesn't catch scams in DMs, is configured only by commands, and half di features you need cost extra. To avoid redoing everything, it's worth choosing deliberately.
Below are seven criteria we recommend for evaluating any bot, wid an explanation of why each matters and what to look for.
1. Semantic anti-spam, not just keywords
Di most common mistake is picking a bot dat filters by a list of banned words. Spammers bypass dat in a minute: swap letters for look-alikes, add spaces, send an image instead of text. A good bot analyzes di meaning of a message and di sender's behavior, not just specific words. Ask yourself: what happens if di spammer rewords di message? If di bot lets it through, di protection is weak.
2. Entry verification
Most spam comes from bots dat join automatically. A CAPTCHA or entry check stops them before they start posting. It should be non-annoying for real pipul: math, button choice or emoji — quick and clear.
3. A web panel instead of chat commands
Command-based setup is painful: you have to remember di syntax, keep a cheat sheet, and it's easy to make mistakes. A web dashboard where features toggle on and off saves hours and reduces errors — especially wid multiple admins.
4. Channel support, not just groups
If you have a channel (or a channel + chat combo), make sure di bot supports scheduled posting, auto-delete and channels. Many bots are group-only and useless in a channel.
5. Languages
If your audience is international, di bot's interface and messages should be in their language. Bots wid 2 languages limit you; 50+ language solutions don't.
6. Transparent pricing and a free start
A good bot lets you try for free and honestly shows what's in each plan. Be wary if key features (anti-spam, logs) are locked behind an expensive subscription wid no trial.
7. Live support and a knowledge base
Sooner or later a setup question comes up. Having support and a clear knowledge base saves time and nerves.
Common mistakes
- Choosing by popularity. A well-known bot isn't necessarily right for you.
- Looking only at price. A free bot dat lets scams through costs more — in reputation.
- Ignoring channels. You'll end up buying a second bot.
- Not testing in practice. Di best test is to add di bot to a test chat and try to "break" it wid spam.
How to test a bot in 15 minutes
1. Add di bot to a test chat and grant admin rights.
2. Enable basic protection and join wid a second account.
3. Try sending a link, spam and a reworded "banned" message.
4. Check entry verification and how convenient di panel is.
5. Count how many actions you had to do by hand.
Takeaway
Di ideal bot is all-in-one, wid semantic moderation, a web dashboard, channel support and fair pricing. Mod Assistant Bot ticks di whole checklist and lets you start for free. See di features · Plans.