HackerNoon vs Inkwell
HackerNoon
hackernoon.comInkwell
useinkwell.appSide by side
| Figure | HackerNoon | Inkwell |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $299/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 5 |
| Spec score · Blogging Platforms | 8.4 (#36) | 9.0 (#8) |
| Blog analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 2016 | 2025 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | HackerNoon is a platform for technologists to read, write, learn, and publish technology stories. | Inkwell is a free, open-source, self-hosted blogging platform built on .NET 10 for writers who care about typography and content ownership. |
| Support | The help center directs users who cannot find an answer to contact HackerNoon or submit a story themselves. | The optional monthly support retainer includes priority bug triage, security patches within 48 hours, quarterly upgrades, private email, and scheduled office hours. |
Plans
Inkwell
- InkwellFree
- Enhancement$99, paid once
- Support$299 a month
- Installation$499, paid once
- Studio$2,400, paid once
In their own words
HackerNoon
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