Side by side
Hestia vs Readable
Both stand on wordpress themes. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Visit Hestia Free trial Self-hostedWeb
Readable combines writer-focused layouts with WordPress editing, comments, contact tools, and listed plugin compatibility. Consider the paid plans, trial length, and PHP requirement when choosing it.
Visit ReadableThe facts
| Hestia | Readable | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Membership: $99 a year |
| Plans published | None | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | themeisle.com | proteusthemes.com |
| On wordpress themes | #16 of 34 | #20 of 34 |
Hestia: what it does well
Readable: what it does well
- Multiple article and sidebar layouts
- Includes drag-and-drop page building
- Supports video and social embeds
- Offers responsive desktop, tablet, and mobile previews
- Compatible with WooCommerce
What to know first
- No free plan
- PHP 8.2 or newer required from version 3.0.0
- Starting purchase is $67, paid once
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