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Bear Blog vs Substack
Compare Bear Blog and Substack to find the best tool for your needs.
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Bear Blog
A privacy-focused, no-nonsense, super-fast blogging platform emphasizing simplicity and minimalism.
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Substack
Publishing platform that combines newsletters, blogs, and podcasts with built-in monetization via paid subscriptions.
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Pricing
Free, Pro plan at $5/month
Free to use, 10% of subscription revenue + payment processing fees
Pros & Cons
Bear Blog
Pros
- Extremely fast loading times
- Privacy-focused with no tracking
- Free custom domain option
- Lightweight and minimalist approach
Cons
- Very limited customization options
- No built-in monetization
- Basic formatting only (Markdown)
- Limited analytics
Substack
Pros
- Integrated newsletter and blog
- Simple paid subscription model
- Full ownership of subscriber list
- Easy to start and use
Cons
- Limited design customization
- 10% fee on all paid subscriptions
- Basic analytics
- Limited content organization options