Fern
7.8#1 in api generation softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitFern vs Read the Docs
Read the Docs
6.5#11 in developer documentation softwareFrom $50 a monthWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Fern | Read the Docs |
|---|---|---|
| Content analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Publishing audience | both | both |
Fern plans
- FreeFree
- EnterprisePriced on request
Read the Docs plans
- CommunityFree
- Basic$50 a month
- Advanced$150 a month
- Pro$250 a month
- Enterprise$10,000 a year
Pick Fern if…
Fern may suit teams producing API documentation and client libraries from specifications. The access controls, analytics, AI tools, and enterprise self-hosting options may also fit organizations with varied documentation needs.
Pick Read the Docs if…
Read the Docs suits open-source projects and teams publishing versioned documentation. Teams that need private repositories, access controls, or SSO can consider its paid plans.