Meridian
8.5#3 in blogging platformsFrom $9 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitMeridian vs Typecho
What both publish
| Fact | Meridian | Typecho |
|---|---|---|
| Custom domain | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | Meridian is released under the GNU Affero General Public License version 3. | Typecho is distributed under the GPL version 2 license. |
| Product | Meridian is a self-hosted blog engine with memberships and newsletters built in. | Typecho is a blog program built with PHP for publishing text and images. |
Meridian plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Managed Cloud$9 a month
Typecho plans
- TypechoFree
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 Typecho if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.