Known
6.9#71 in blogging platformsFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitKnown vs Meridian
What both publish
| Fact | Known | Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| API | Known documentation says every page is also an API endpoint and describes API calls authenticated with an HMAC signature using the user's API key. | Meridian exposes a REST API and a GraphQL endpoint, with GraphQL available in development mode. |
| Blog analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Publishing | The product supports photos, notes, stories, songs, hashtags, and an HTML or rich-text editor. | Its block-based editor stores content as structured JSON and supports posts, static pages, tags, full-text search, and RSS. |
Known plans
- Basic serviceFree
- KnownPriced on request
Meridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Pick Known 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.