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Medium vs DEV (dev.to)
Compare Medium and DEV (dev.to) to find the best tool for your needs.
Medium
A popular publishing platform connecting readers with writers and their ideas through a clean, minimalist interface.
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DEV (dev.to)
Community-focused platform where software developers write articles, take part in discussions, and build their professional profiles.
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Pricing
Free to publish, $5/month for unlimited reading
Free
Pros & Cons
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
DEV (dev.to)
Pros
- Large developer audience and community
- High engagement potential
- Great for technical content
- Good for personal branding
Cons
- Limited customization
- No direct monetization
- Focused only on tech/development topics
- Platform controls distribution