18.2
Substack is a publishing platform for writers, creators, and subscribers, available on the web, Android, and iOS.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
Best Publishing and Subscriptions Software in 2026
Publishing and subscription software helps you publish content, manage memberships and sell access to digital work. Compare tools by the publishing and payment features that fit your workflow. If you plan to work from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet, check for an Android app first. Then compare web, iOS, API, extension and Windows support, plus free plans and trials.
28.1
Patreon helps creators build communities, share work, and earn through memberships or digital shops.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
37.9
WordPress.com is a hosted website and publishing platform with managed hosting and site management through Jetpack apps for iOS and Android.
Free planAndroidiOS
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Buttondown
Buttondown is a web-based email service with a free plan and paid plans starting at $9 per month.
Free planWebAPI7.6From $9 a month - 5
Kajabi
Kajabi is a web platform for creating and selling courses in video, audio, text, downloadable files, and quiz formats.
AndroidiOSWebAPI7.6From $179 a month - 6
Ghost
Ghost is an open-source blog and newsletter platform for creators, publishers, businesses, and developers.
Web7.1From $18 a month - 7
Writizzy
Writizzy is a web-based blogging platform for publishing and managing blogs, newsletters, and memberships.
Free planWebAPI7.1From €9 a month - 8
MagLoft
MagLoft Universal App turns publisher content into mobile-first digital experiences designed for search visibility.
AndroidiOSWeb6.9From $199 a month - 9
beehiiv
Free planWeb6.8From $517 a year - 10
Wallkit
Wallkit is a modular platform for publishers and media companies that monetize paid content, memberships, and audience segments.
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.7From $799 a month - 11
Memberful
Memberful connects payments, content, and community for businesses running memberships under their own brand.
WebAPI6.6From $49 a month - 12
Piano DMP
Piano DMP, also known as Piano Audience, collects and enriches visitor data for segmentation, analytics, targeting, and machine learning.
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.5 - 13
Poool
AndroidiOSWebAPI6.5 - 14
Steady
Steady is a web service for creators publishing content and earning through recurring subscriptions.
Free planWebAPI6.4Free plan - 15
Peekavue
Web5.9 - 16
Naviga Newsroom Planner
Naviga Newsroom Planner is a browser-based planning tool for editorial teams coordinating events, stories, and assignments from idea through publication.
WebAPI5.5 - 17
PressReader
AndroidiOSWebmacOS5.5 - 18
Exact Editions
AndroidiOSWeb5.3 - 19
Twipe
AndroidiOSWeb5.3 - 20
MagCast
AndroidiOSWeb5.2 - 21
Ream
Web4.6 - 22
SimpleCirc
Web4.6
Choosing well
Check phone support
Look for Android support when you need to publish or manage subscriptions from a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device. A web option may suit browser-based work, while iOS, API, extension and Windows support serve other workflows.
Compare plans and trials
Check whether a tool has a free plan or a free trial before committing. Paid pricing may show a starting monthly amount or be available on request, so review the paid-from and paid-subscriptions details.
Match access controls
Paywall support matters when readers must subscribe before viewing content. Compare it with membership tools and the subscription model you need, rather than choosing on price alone.
Review newsletter features
If email publishing is central to your work, compare the newsletter tools offered. Check how those features fit with your publishing schedule and subscriber experience.
Plan for growth and integration
Audience analytics can show how readers engage with your work. A custom domain can keep the publication address consistent, while API access helps connect the service with other software.
Questions people ask
Do these tools have Android apps?
Android support varies. Check the platform details for an Android app; web, iOS, API, extension and Windows support are also represented.
Can I start without paying?
A free plan or free trial may be available. Check the plan details for the tool you are considering and note any trial terms.
How are paid prices shown?
Pricing can appear as a starting monthly amount or as pricing on request. Compare the paid-from and paid-subscriptions fields.
Which features help restrict content?
Paywall support and membership features help control access to published content. Compare those fields with the subscription model you need.
Why would I need API access?
API access can connect publishing or subscription software with other services. Check for it when your workflow needs integrations.