Meridian
8.5#3 in blogging platformsFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitMeridian vs Tistory
What both publish
| Fact | Meridian | Tistory |
|---|---|---|
| Blog analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Maker | The Meridian site credits Ali Raza as its creator. | A 2025 notice says Tistory moved under AXZ on December 1, 2025; it lists the company’s address in Bundang-gu, Seongnam, South Korea. |
| Product | Meridian is a self-hosted blog engine with memberships and newsletters built in. | Tistory is a creator platform for making blogs, portfolios, and websites. |
| Publishing | Its block-based editor stores content as structured JSON and supports posts, static pages, tags, full-text search, and RSS. | Members can create blogs, publish content, read public posts, and comment on other members’ content. |
Meridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Tistory plans
- TistoryFree
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 Tistory if…
Tistory suits people who want to publish a blog, portfolio or website with customizable skins and scheduled posts. Team roles may suit groups sharing blog responsibilities.