Looking for a Feedly Alternative?
Meet reader
Feed reader web app and library (so you can use it to build your own), with only standard library and pure-Python dependencies.
See how much you could save by switching from Feedly to reader
Average Feedly pricing is ~$15/user/month
5-Year Projected Savings
$0
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Feedly vs reader: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Feedly Paid SaaS | reader Open Source |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | Per-user pricing | Free (hosting only) |
| Data Ownership | ||
| Privacy Control | ||
| Self-Hosted Option | ||
| No Vendor Lock-in | ||
| Source Code Access | ||
| Customizable | Limited | Fully |
| Automatic Updates | Manual | |
| Managed Infrastructure | ||
| Official Support | Community |
Community activity and technical details from the reader repository
License
BSD 3-Clause "New" or "Revised" License
Open source license for commercial use
Forks
44
Community-maintained copies
Primary Languages
Why Switch from Feedly to reader?
Complete Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access, no data mining, and full compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
No Per-User Pricing
Pay only for hosting (~$5-20/month), regardless of team size. Add unlimited users without increasing your costs.
Full Customization
Access the source code and customize reader to fit your exact workflow. No feature limitations or paywalls.
No Vendor Lock-in
Export your data anytime. Move between hosting providers freely. Your business isn't dependent on a single vendor.
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