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Lavvus vs Micro.blog
Both stand on blog software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Lavvus brings writing, newsletters, link pages, and automation together with European hosting and stated privacy protections. Its Free plan covers core publishing, while paid tiers add newsletters, integrations, collaborators, or multiple blogs.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Micro.blog blends personal publishing with a chronological social feed and broad interoperability. Its plans range from a free option and trial to paid tiers with expanded blogs, collaboration, and media tools.
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| Lavvus | Micro.blog | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Micro.blog Everything: $5 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Micro.blog |
| Website | lavvus.com | micro.blog |
| On blog software | #11 of 25 | #7 of 25 |
Lavvus: what it does well
- Markdown publishing without setup
- Personal link-in-bio page
- Newsletter and subscriber management
- REST API and outgoing webhooks
- Free plan requires no credit card
What to know first
- Member pricing is per blog
- Unlimited blogs require the €27.00 plan
- API and outgoing webhooks are paid-plan features
- No separate email tool is needed, but newsletter tools are not in Free
Micro.blog: what it does well
- Chronological timeline without ads or follower counts
- Supports custom domains and code-based themes
- Automatic cross-posting to three services
- Native apps for macOS, iOS, and Android
- Seven-day trial for new users
What to know first
- Blog analytics are not offered
- Paid plans start at $5 a month
- Visitor logs retain IP and browser data up to two months
- Higher features require separate paid tiers
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