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beehiiv vs Medium
Compare beehiiv and Medium to find the best tool for your needs.
beehiiv
A newsletter platform built for creators and publishers focused on growth, monetization and audience insights.
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Medium
A popular publishing platform connecting readers with writers and their ideas through a clean, minimalist interface.
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Pricing
Free plan, paid plans from $42/month
Free to publish, $5/month for unlimited reading
Pros & Cons
beehiiv
Pros
- Powerful newsletter analytics
- Multiple monetization options
- Advanced automation tools
- Referral programs and growth tools
Cons
- Higher pricing for advanced features
- Less focus on traditional blogging
- Newer platform with evolving features
- Limited web presence customization
Medium
Pros
- Built-in audience and distribution
- Clean reading experience
- Partner Program for monetization
- Simple to use with no technical setup
Cons
- Limited customization options
- Platform owns the audience relationship
- Monetization requires membership
- Limited SEO control