Meridian
8.5#3 in blogging platformsFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitMeridian vs Silvrback
What both publish
| Fact | Meridian | Silvrback |
|---|---|---|
| Blog analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Payments | Meridian connects to the publisher’s Stripe account and automatically creates Stripe Products and Prices from subscription tiers. | The maker says subscription transactions are secured through Stripe, PayPal, and Coinbase and that Silvrback does not hold users' financial data. |
| Product | Meridian is a self-hosted blog engine with memberships and newsletters built in. | Silvrback is a minimalist blogging platform focused on written expression and distraction-free writing. |
Meridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Silvrback plans
- Monthly$3.99 a month
- Quarterly$9.99 a month
- Annual$34.99 a year
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.
Pick Silvrback if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.