Meridian
8.5#3 in blogging platformsFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Serendipity
6.5#82 in blogging platformsFree planFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitMeridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Serendipity plans
- SerendipityFree
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.
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You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.