Hashnode
Hashnode is a free developer blogging platform that allows software developers and tech enthusiasts to publish articles on their custom domains and helps them stay connected with a growing developer community.
Pros
- Free Custom Domain Pointing
- Free SSL
- Blogging with Dev Community
- No ads or paywall
- Github Backup
- In-built Newsletter
- Syntax highlighting
- Rich Embeds
Cons
- Fully optimised for tech enthusiasts and software developers
- Writing in Markdown can be difficult for non-tech bloggers.
Ghost
Ghost is a fully open source, adaptable platform for building and running a modern online publications. They power blogs, magazines and journalists from Zappos to Sky News.
Pros
- You retain independence
- Ability to use custom domain
- Multiple theme options
- No ads or popups
Cons
- Hosted version is paid
- No commenting system
- No network effect
Svbtle
Svbtle is intentionally designed. The writing experience has been carefully tuned to help you collect and curate ideas, develop them over time into articles, and then publish when you’re ready.
Pros
- Simple to set up
- Distraction free writing
- No ads
Cons
- It's a paid service
- No community around writers
- No commenting system
Posthaven
What would it be like to make a service that lasts for 10 years? 100 years? That’s what we’re trying to build at Posthaven. We’re as sick as you are to have to switch services every few years, or worry about running your own servers and getting hacked all the time.
Pros
- According to their team, they will run this service forever
- Post by email
- No ads
- Free SSL
Cons
- No way for readers to engage with writers
- It's a paid software
Write.as
Minimalist, privacy-focused, writing and publishing platform. They eliminate notifications, streams, likes, and commentary so you can focus on your words. Enjoy a clear mind and a beautifully simple space to write your thoughts.
Pros
- Minimalist
- Privacy focused
- Distraction free writing
- Ability to auto post to twitter and tumblr
Cons
- It's a paid service
- No community around writers
- No customizations
Pagekit
Pagekit is a modular and lightweight CMS built with modern technologies. It gives you the tools to create beautiful websites. All wrapped up in a clean and intuitive user interface.
Pros
- Simple User Interface
- Built in marketplace
- Team collaboration
- Easy to use editor
Cons
- It's not exclusively for blogs
- Paid service
GitHub Pages
GitHub Pages is a static site hosting service designed to host your personal, organization, or project pages directly from a GitHub repository.
Pros
- Free custom domain and SSL
- Markdown support
- Good for static sites
Cons
- Simple to set up
- No built-in commenting facility
- No community around the authors
Telegra.ph
Post articles online without an account at Telegram’s anonymous publishing platform.
Pros
- Write Anonymously - No sign up required
- Built by Telegram
Cons
- You cannot create a personal blog
- No customisation options
- Write in Markdown
Commaful
Commaful takes everything you love about stories and makes it a bite-sized, on-the-go experience.
Pros
- Social network
- Bite-sized stories
Cons
- Content is gated
- Blog cannot be customised
Blogger
Create a beautiful blog that fits your style. Choose from a selection of easy-to-use templates – all with flexible layouts and hundreds of background images – or design something new.
Pros
- Various templates
- Flexible layouts
- Free Background Images
- Custom Domain
Cons
- Pointing to custom domain is paid
- Poorly done technical SEO