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Substack vs DEV (dev.to)
Compare Substack and DEV (dev.to) to find the best tool for your needs.
Substack
Publishing platform that combines newsletters, blogs, and podcasts with built-in monetization via paid subscriptions.
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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 use, 10% of subscription revenue + payment processing fees
Free
Pros & Cons
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
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