Substack
9.0#1 in membership site platforms$50 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitSubstack vs Thread
What both publish
| Fact | Substack | Thread |
|---|---|---|
| Editor | Its editor is designed for long-form writing, supports media embeds and scheduling, and manages an archive in one CMS. | The editor has live preview and source modes, and wiki-links connect documents using double brackets. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
Substack plans
- Free publishingFree
- Free to startFree
- Custom domain$50, paid once
- Paid subscriptions—
Thread plans
- Worldbuilder$12 a month
- FreeFree
- Writer$12 a month
Pick Substack if…
Substack suits writers, journalists, podcasters, video creators, experts, educators, and media companies building a direct subscriber audience. It is useful for creators who want multiple media formats, audience discovery, segmentation, email automation, and paid subscription options.
Pick Thread if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.