BlogBowl
7.3#40 in blogging platformsFrom $19 a monthWebSelf-hosted
VisitBlogBowl vs Meridian
What both publish
| Fact | BlogBowl | Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Blog analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Newsletters | The platform includes tools to manage subscribers, create and schedule newsletters, and track email performance metrics. | Publishers can compose newsletters in the admin dashboard, and subscribers can sign up through a public form. |
| Paid from | 19 | 9 |
| Product | BlogBowl is a platform for launching and managing a blog, changelog, and help center without coding. | Meridian is a self-hosted blog engine with memberships and newsletters built in. |
BlogBowl plans
- Standard$19 a month
- Premium$89 a month
- Starter—
Meridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Pick BlogBowl if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Meridian if…
Meridian suits publishers comfortable with self-hosting who want memberships, newsletters, and Stripe subscriptions. Its web, Linux, and deployment options also fit teams choosing their own infrastructure.