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JBake vs Open Live Writer
Both stand on blogging platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
JBake combines open-source static publishing with broad content, template, and build-tool support. Choose it when custom code and self-hosted control matter more than a graphical publishing service.
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Open Live Writer provides free offline blog editing with media support and scheduled publishing. Check the Windows version requirements and the listed platform limitations before installing.
Visit Open Live WriterThe facts
| JBake | Open Live Writer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Open Live Writer |
| Website | jbake.org | openlivewriter.com |
| On blogging platforms | #68 of 125 | #72 of 125 |
JBake: what it does well
- Free plan and MIT-licensed source
- Supports AsciiDoc, Markdown, and HTML
- RSS, Atom, tags, archives, and scheduling
- Multiple template and scripting engines
- Linux, macOS, Windows, and self-hosting
What to know first
- Requires Java Runtime Environment 8 or later
- No free trial is listed
- Documentation lists a v2.6.7 reference manual
Open Live Writer: what it does well
- Offline composition and later publishing
- Supports photos and videos
- Lists five supported blog services
- Post scheduling available
- MIT-licensed and free
What to know first
- Windows XP unsupported
- Spell checking unavailable on Windows 7
- Mac and Linux ports require work
- SmartScreen warnings may appear
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